Join Us for the
2008 CT Veterans Day Parade!!

The Connecticut Veterans Day Parade is attended by 25,000 to 40,000 spectators, includes 40 Veterans groups, 25 bands, and over 3,500 marchers from 96 units representing 49 towns. This is the largest Veterans Day Parade in New England, and one of the largest in the country.

The parade includes a Moment of Silence, with a tolling of the Center Church bell and a stirring rendition of the national anthem. It is a sight to remember!

Please join us! Show your support for the men & women who bravely serve our country...MARCH...VOLUNTEER...SPONSOR...ATTEND!!!

Click below to watch a wonderful video on how to say "Thank You" to Veterans every day.

2007 Commemorative Parade Pins are sold out. Check back in the summer for the 2008 pin design.

Did you march in the 2003 Parade? Commemorative Pins available - call 860.724.2649 x16

CLICK HERE for information on the Student Essay Contest.

The Connecticut Veterans Day Parade is proudly supported by:

Title Sponsors:
Aetna; Connecticut Light & Power; Connecticut National Guard; The Hartford Courant; Hartford Steam Boiler; United Technologies; and WDRC Radio

Associate Sponsors:
Bank of America; Colt Defense LLC; Greater Hartford Arts Council; ING, Kaman Corporation; Prudential Financial; and Travelers

The parade is produced in cooperation with:
Albert Bros; Fritz Blasius; Bob’s Discount Furniture; Bob Garthwait; Carmen Anthony Restaurant Group; Cary Gagnon; City of Hartford; Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs; Eljen Corp; Fitchman Eye Care Center; Jonsar, LLC; Pratt & Whitney; Shaker's; St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center; State of Connecticut, and The Exchange Club of Rockville

In Kind Sponsors are:
American Medical Response; Monaco Ford; Mr. Trophy; and R2 Graphics