Alamogordo NM
11-06-2026 9:20am

Regional Veterans Day Observances Begin Saturday with Alamogordo Parade

Alamogordo, NM — The annual Alamogordo Veterans Day Parade returns Saturday, November 7, 2026, stepping off at 10 a.m. sharp along 10th Street. The free event, organized by AFSA Chapter 1257 at Holloman Air Force Base, runs from Cuba Avenue to Maryland Avenue.

In a community with a strong military presence centered on Holloman Air Force Base, the parade serves as one of the most visible local tributes to those who have served. Spectators are welcome to line the route; admission is free.

Parade Details

• Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026

• Start time: 10 a.m.

• Route: 10th Street, beginning at Cuba Avenue and ending at Maryland Avenue

• Entry check-in: Corner of 10th Street and Oregon Avenue, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

• Cost to watch: Free

Entries that submitted after the Thursday, November 5 deadline will be placed at the end of the parade line. Categories include animal entries, musical and non-musical marching units, floats, and motorized units. Safety rules prohibit throwing items from entries (handouts are allowed by walkers), require a dedicated clean-up person for animal entries, and mandate proof of insurance for motorized vehicles. Children under 18 must either ride or walk and remain supervised.

The Patriot Guard Riders are among the groups participating, staging earlier in the morning to join the procession honoring veterans.

Related Events in Alamogordo

The same Saturday, the Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport hosts its free Open House and Veterans Appreciation Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3500 Airport Road, featuring aircraft on display, food trucks, and STEM activities.

AFSA Chapter 1257 is also holding its 13th Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner on Tuesday, November 10, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center. The dinner is free for local veterans and a guest.

Regional Veterans Day Observances

Communities across the region are also marking the holiday.

• Cloudcroft: Cloudcroft Schools will hold its annual Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 11, at 9:30 a.m. in the Cloudcroft High School Gym. Veterans, families, and the community are welcome.

• Tularosa: The town has traditionally held a Veterans Day Observance at Tularosa Veterans Memorial Park on November 11, typically beginning at 11 a.m., with involvement from American Legion Post 108 and other local groups. Tularosa High School also hosts student-led recognition ceremonies honoring local veterans.

• Ruidoso: The Village of Ruidoso and the American Legion Auxiliary have regularly hosted a Veterans Day Flag Raising ceremony at the Ruidoso Community Center (501 Sudderth Drive), traditionally starting around 10:30 a.m. on November 11, with lunch to follow. Organizers encourage the public to attend.

Veterans Day itself falls on Wednesday, November 11.

Organizers of the Alamogordo parade encourage residents and visitors to arrive early for a good viewing spot along 10th Street. 

For questions, call (575) 437-6120. Details are drawn from the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce, the official 2026 Veterans Day Parade sign-up materials, and regional community calendars.

Times and details can change; check with local organizers for the latest information.

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