Thousands line NYC streets to pay tribute to brave veterans during annual parade

Last updated: November 11, 2026 7:46 pm

Published: November 11, 2026

Thousands line NYC streets to pay tribute to brave veterans during annual parade

People carry a large American flag along Fifth Avenue in the Veterans Day Parade. — Thousands participate in the Veterans Day Parade along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

NASA astronaut Suni Williams waves during the Veterans Day Parade in New York City. — NASA astronaut Suni Williams waves during the Veterans Day Parade in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. AFP via Getty Images

Participants dressed in colonial-era military uniforms march in the Veterans Day Parade along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. — Thousands participate in the Veterans Day Parade along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani gathers with guests of honor ahead of the annual Veterans Day Parade in New York City. — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani gathers with guests of honor ahead of the annual Veterans Day Parade. AFP via Getty Images

U.S. Navy service members in uniform during a Veterans Day ceremony. — People attend the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

Members of the Fire Department New York (FDNY) hold US flags during the Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. — Members of the Fire Department New York hold US flags during the Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

A Statue of Liberty tribute moves along Fifth Avenue during the Veterans Day Parade in New York. — A Statue of Liberty tribute moves along Fifth Avenue during the Veterans Day Parade. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani participates in the annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony on Veterans Day in New York City. — Mayor Zohran Mamdani participates in the annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony on Veterans Day. REUTERS

Gennard Codispoti, 7, and Luke Bartolomeo, 8, attend the Veterans Day Parade in Manhattan. — Gennard Codispoti, 7, left, and Luke Bartolomeo, 8, attend the Veterans Day Parade in Manhattan, New York. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

People gather during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York. — People gather during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. REUTERS

Three veterans ride in a military vehicle during the Veterans Day Parade on Fifth Avenue. — Thousands participate in the Veterans Day Parade on Fifth Avenue. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

William Fio Rito, 6, reacts as he receives a U.S. flag during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. — William Fio Rito, 6, reacts as he receives a U.S. flag during a Veterans Day parade. REUTERS

Members of the FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and Drums perform in a Veterans Day parade. — Members of the FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and Drums perform. REUTERS

NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch waves and holds a small American flag during the Veterans Day parade in New York City. — NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch gestures on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

Veterans march in the New York City Veterans Day Parade. — People march in the 107th New York City Veterans Day Parade on Fifth Avenue. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

Mayor Zohran Mamdani looks at a baby in a stroller, surrounded by a crowd. — Mamdani attends the Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

People gather on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan to watch a Veterans Day parade. — People gather for a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

A veteran in uniform rides a mobility scooter, holding an American flag during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York City. — A veteran takes part in a Veterans Day parade. REUTERS

Julie Menin, Speaker of the New York City Council, attends NYC's Veterans Day Parade on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. — Julie Menin, Speaker of the New York City Council, attends NYC’s Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

A marching band plays instruments on Fifth Avenue during a Veterans Day parade in Manhattan. — People march in a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

A single yellow rose placed in a name inscribed on the 9/11 Memorial. — Attendees gather for the Veterans Day ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

Participants take part in a wreath laying ceremony during the Veterans Day Parade on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, New York. — Participants take part in a wreath laying ceremony during the Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

People holding American flags gather behind metal barricades during a Veterans Day parade. — People gather for a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

Participants lay a wreath during the Veterans Day Parade. — Participants lay a wreath during the Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

A young girl holding an American flag watches the Veterans Day parade, accompanied by police officers on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. — A girl looks on during a Veterans Day parade. REUTERS

A police officer presents a folded American flag to a veteran during a ceremony. — People attend the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

A veteran wearing a military-style hat and jacket with American flags takes part in a parade on Fifth Avenue in New York City. — A veteran takes part in a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

People march in the New York City Veterans Day Parade. — People march in the 107th New York City Veterans Day Parade. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

A woman holds a sign reading "We Love Our Veterans" with an American flag heart in Manhattan during the Veterans Day Parade. — A woman holds a sign reading “We Love Our Veterans” with an American flag heart in Manhattan during the Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

Members of the U.S. Navy League Cadet Corps march along Fifth Avenue during a parade in New York City. — Members of the US NAVY League Cadet Corps march along Fifth Avenue during the Veterans Day Parade. AFP via Getty Images

A member of the New York City Department of Correction smiles and holds American flags during a Veterans Day parade. — A member of the New York City Department of Correction reacts during a Veterans Day parade. REUTERS

A child in a blue sweater stands before a large wreath of white and yellow flowers at the 9/11 Memorial. — People attend the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

Service members bow their heads during a Veterans Day ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. — People attend the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

People hugging during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. — People hug during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

A person dressed as Santa Claus, a U.S. Marine, and a mascot in a Marine uniform wave to the crowd from a float during a parade. — A person dressed as Santa Claus attends a Veterans Day parade. REUTERS

A veteran in a decorated military uniform and sunglasses holds a South Korean flag during a parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York City. — A veteran takes part in a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

A group of people, including veterans, walking outdoors with an American flag and a folded flag during a ceremony. — People attend the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

Mayor Zohran Mamdani walking in the Veterans Day Parade on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, NYC, during a wreath-laying ceremony. — Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends a wreath-laying ceremony during the Veterans Day Parade. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stands with his hand over his heart at the annual Wreath-laying Ceremony in Manhattan, New York. — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends the annual wreath-laying Ceremony on Veterans Day. REUTERS

A woman holds a sign reading "WELCOME HOME HONOR RESPECT" with an American flag attached to it during a Veterans Day Parade in Manhattan. — People gather for a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. Matthew McDermott for NY Post

A veteran holds a U.S. flag during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. — A veteran holds a US flag during a Veterans Day parade on Fifth Avenue. REUTERS

Three uniformed individuals salute a memorial wreath at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. — Attendees gather for the 25 Years: Honoring Global War on Terror Veterans ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Paul Martinka for NY Post

U.S. Marines and Sailors stand at parade rest on the deck of the USS San Antonio as it arrives in New York City with the skyline in the background. — U.S. Marines and Sailors stand at parade rest as the USS San Antonio arrives in New York City for Veterans Week. ZUMAPRESS.com

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