November 11, 2025Veterans Day 2025 events in the Los Angeles and Orange County area
Los Angeles Area Highlights
1. Forest Lawn–Hollywood Hills (Los Angeles)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. SoCalPulse+2WE LIKE L.A.+2
- Location: Hall of Liberty, Forest Lawn–Hollywood Hills, 6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles. SoCalPulse
- Details: The 66th Annual Veterans Day Celebration includes a flyover by the Condor Squadron, color guard, wreath-laying, patriotic music (LAPD Concert Band & others) and sign-language interpretation. SoCalPulse+2WE LIKE L.A.+2
- Why go: A major Los Angeles remembrance event with strong ceremony and tradition.
2. Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach / LA County)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 — 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. LAC DMVA
- Location: Long Beach (LA County)
- Details: Free admission for veterans and active-duty personnel, in recognition of Veterans Day. LAC DMVA
- Why go: If you’d like something more relaxed and family‐friendly, this combines an outing with remembrance.
3. San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade (San Fernando Valley, LA)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025; parade begins at 11 a.m., travelling ~1.1 miles from San Fernando Mission Blvd & Laurel Canyon Blvd to Paxton Street. NBC Los Angeles
- Why go: A community parade-style event, good for families, groups, or local neighborhood participation.
Orange County Highlights
1. OC Fair & Event Center – Heroes Hall (Costa Mesa)
Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. South OC Beaches+1
- Location: 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. South OC Beaches+1
- Details: Free admission. Live music from 1960s/70s, family-friendly activities, exhibits featuring veterans’ stories, booths by veteran organisations. South OC Beaches+1
- Why go: A fun-filled, early weekend event with a focus on community, families and veteran recognition — good if you want to start your Veterans Day weekend a bit early.
2. Huntington Beach Veterans Day Ceremony (Huntington Beach)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy OC+1
- Location: Pier Plaza, 325 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Orange County
- Details: Includes the annual ceremony plus a veteran-themed car show running from ~9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (proceeds benefit wounded vets). Enjoy OC+1
- Why go: Great for those who appreciate classic cars as part of the community remembrance — and want an outdoor, coastal-town vibe.
3. Irvine Veterans Day Ceremony (Irvine)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Enjoy OC+1
- Location: Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606. Orange County+1
- Why go: A formal ceremony with strong community participation; good for a respectful, meaningful tribute.
4. Laguna Niguel Veterans Day Ceremony (Laguna Niguel)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Enjoy OC+1
- Location: Sea Country Senior & Community Center, 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. Enjoy OC
- Details: Includes virtual participation options + a chalk-wall where people may write messages to veterans (beginning Oct 31). Taylorannrealestate
- Why go: Slightly smaller scale, community-focused event with an interactive element.
5. Fountain Valley Veterans Day Ceremony (Fountain Valley)
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10 a.m. Taylorannrealestate
- Location: Veterans Park, 17635 Los Alamos St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708. Fountain Valley+1
- Details: Hosted by the City of Fountain Valley and VFW Post 9557; features standard tribute elements (flag ceremony, speakers) in a smaller city setting. Fountain Valley
- Why go: Ideal if you’re based in the area and prefer a shorter, simpler ceremony.
6. Tustin Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show (Tustin)
Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Tustin+1
- Location: Veterans Sports Park, 1645 Valencia Avenue, Tustin, CA. Tustin
- Details: Ceremony + car show + vendors + food trucks + beer garden. Tustin
- Why go: A fun kickoff event for Veterans Day weekend — more festival than formal ceremony.
Tips for Attending
- Arrive early: Many ceremonies begin at 10 or 11 a.m., and parking/seating may fill fast.
- Check for weather & timing: Outdoor events may shift start times or logistics.
- Prepare for parking / traffic: Coastal cities (like Huntington Beach) or major venues (like Irvine) may have heavier traffic.
- Wear respectful attire: Even though some events are casual, it’s appropriate to dress respectfully (e.g., business casual or patriotic colours).
- Bring water / sunscreen: November can still be sunny in SoCal, especially in midday outdoor events.
- Vet resources available: Many large events list veteran support resources, booths or community organisations — great if you or someone you know may benefit.
Posted by Johnny Ice at 11:11 AM