The Town of Mooresville invites the community to honor the men and women who served our country during its annual Veterans Celebrations this November. A series of ceremonies, gatherings and special events throughout November will provide opportunities to honor local veterans, recognize their service and come together in appreciation of the men and women who have served our country. Highlights include the Annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, along with additional opportunities to honor veterans throughout the month.
Event Schedule
- Monday, November 2: POW/MIA Flag Processional & Ceremony | 9 a.m. – The processional will begin at Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street) and proceed to Town Hall (413 N. Main Street), where a commemorative ceremony will honor prisoners of war and those missing in action.
- Thursday, November 5: Veterans Breakfast | 8-10 a.m. – Veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary breakfast hosted by the Top of the Lake Rotary Club at the Charles Mack Citizen Center (215 N. Main Street). Please RSVP to TOTLRotaryclub@gmail.com
- Saturday, November 7: “One Nation Under God” Veterans Luncheon | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Hosted by Richard’s Coffee Shop and sponsored by the Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman, this complimentary luncheon will take place behind Richard’s Coffee Shop (165 N. Main Street). Each veteran may bring one guest.
- Wednesday, November 11: Glenwood Park Memorial & Veterans Day Parade
- Memorial Ceremony | 11 a.m. – Join the community at Glenwood Memorial Park (273 Glenwood Drive) for a ceremony honoring local veterans.
- Veterans Day Parade | 1 p.m. – The annual parade will travel down Main Street in Downtown Mooresville, inviting the community to gather in recognition of those who have served. Main street will be closed beginning at 10:30 a.m. to accommodate parade staging. The parade concludes at approximately 3 p.m.
- Sunday, November 22: Letters From Home | 2 p.m. – The Veterans celebration continues with Letters From Home at the Mooresville Performing Arts Center (161 N. Magnolia Street). This high-energy musical performance brings the spirit of the 1940s to life through powerful vocals, tap dancing, classic wartime songs, humor and heartfelt tributes to veterans and military families. This is a free non-ticketed event. Seating for this event will be first come, first served.
Participation Information
- Veterans Day Parade: Organizations, veteran groups and other interested participants are encouraged to apply to participate in the parade. The application is available on www.mooresvilleevents.com
Journalists and media representatives are welcome to attend and cover the celebrations. Media representatives are encouraged to arrive early for the flag processional and Veterans Day Parade to secure preferred positioning.
