When:
Wednesday, November 11th, 2026,10:50 A.M.
Where:
The parade begins at the corner of Lincoln Way and Cleveland Ave. The parade will pause at the Central Square at 11:00 A.M. There will be a brief patriotic ritual with the release of doves, followed by a three volley rifle salute and TAPS. The parade will resume onto High Street and end at the Gold Country Fairgrounds.
More Info:
The first 500 veterans will be awarded a commemorative medal honoring all veterans. The medals will be distributed at the top of Lincoln Way.
A pancake and eggs breakfast for all attendees will be prepared by the Auburn Jeep Club. The breakfast is free to Veterans and $5 for non-veterans. It will be at the parking lot of the First Foundation Bank near the check-in tent.
American flags and programs listing the units in the parade will be distributed to spectators along the parade route.
There will be rides provided to veterans who wish to be in the parade but cannot walk that distance.
Contact: Parade Director Chuck Spinks, chuck.spinks@outlook.com
A pancake and eggs breakfast for all attendees will be prepared by the Auburn Jeep Club. The breakfast is free to Veterans and $5 for non-veterans. It will be at the parking lot of the First Foundation Bank near the check-in tent.
American flags and programs listing the units in the parade will be distributed to spectators along the parade route.
There will be rides provided to veterans who wish to be in the parade but cannot walk that distance.
Contact: Parade Director Chuck Spinks, chuck.spinks@outlook.com
Parade Check-In:
All parade entries will check-in at the VFW Post 904 booth at the top of Lincoln Way & Elm Ave. before going to their assigned location in the line of march. The American Legion Riders, Post 84, will assist entries with locating in the line of march.
All parade entries will check-in at the VFW Post 904 booth at the top of Lincoln Way & Elm Ave. before going to their assigned location in the line of march. The American Legion Riders, Post 84, will assist entries with locating in the line of march.
Snack:
There will be complimentary snacks served to all attendees at the Placer Building at the Fairgrounds. The public is invited to attend.
"Proud to be an American" Celebration:
This special celebration and ceremony will be held following the luncheon.
Auburn Veterans Day Committee:
Cynthia Haynes, Chair
Frank Calvillo
Paula Celick
Terry Crouson
JD Duenas
Gene Freeland
Scott Kipf
Dan McClain
Dusty Byers
Bonnie Potter, Treasurer
Charleta Spinks, Secretary
Chuck Spinks, Parade Director