Name: 38th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade
Start: 2026-11-11
End: 2026-11-11

First constructed in 1904, the newly renovated Artillery Barracks is a must-see part of your [visit to Fort Vancouver](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/). Although originally built as a place to house 240 soldiers who were trained to go into combat with cannons and other mounted guns, its elegantly-restored tin ceilings, historically accurate white-oak hardwood floors, and state-of-the-art audio visual equipment make each room an ideal setting for meetings, weddings, and celebrations.

Artillery Barracks at Fort Vancouver

Allen's Crosley Lanes offers 42 high quality lanes with easy automatic scoring for family, friends, and league bowling. Enjoy cosmic bowling on Friday and Saturday nights, as well as Saturday afternoons. There are arcade games, a snack bar, and a 21-and-over bar inside the alley.

Allen's Crosley Lanes

Experience the beautiful and historic 1919 charm of the E.B. Hamilton Hall. Your neighborhood space for weddings, receptions, holiday parties and community events for 20-200 people.

Red Cross Community Room

Dovetail is a small and personal wine tasting room in a historic downtown building, rooted in the local Vancouver scene. By visiting, you’re not just sipping wine—you’re supporting a craft, a neighborhood, and a story that’s still being told.

Dovetail Cellars

Paying homage to their Western cattle rancher roots, Black Angus offers the finest Certified Angus Beef and USDA Choice steaks and burgers, in addition to seafood, salads, sides and desserts for the entire family. The Bulls Eye Bar serves a robust menu of craft beer, wine and hand-crafted cocktails.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Step into the world of European-inspired elegance at The French Door, an upscale vintage home and garden shop located in located in the Vancouver Mall. With over 8 years of history, their carefully curated collection includes authentic European home goods and vintage treasures that bring charm to any room.

The French Door

Located in downtown Vancouver, this 12 theater complex shows all of the latest releases. Stroll the streets of downtown before or after the movie.

Regal City Center 12

Nom Nom offers a culinary blend of rich Vietnamese and Thai heritage using only the freshest ingredients. It is open late and located next to the Regal Cinemas City Center 12, with all-day happy hour on Tuesdays and Sundays.

NOM NOM Restaurant & Grill

Come explore the world of wine at Evergreen Wine Cellar. A small family business since 2007, they take pride in seeking out the best wine to suit every occasion and palate. Join a weekly wine tasting or search the shelves for a perfect bottle.

Evergreen Wine Cellar, LLC

Located in the Historic Providence Academy building plus an online shop find the perfect gifts for the quilter, crafter or vintage lover in your life. Handmade items, repurposed vintage linens, recycled wool yarns, aprons, craft kits, baby gifts, sewing classes and more! Enchanted Rose Emporium has also officially created the new "Fort Vancouver Quilts of Valor" group, contact for more details.

The Enchanted Rose Emporium

Vancouver WA provides the perfect blend of [outdoor adventure](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/ "outdoor recreation"), [urban activities](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/neighborhoods/downtown/ "Downtown Vancouver WA"), and [accessibility](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/community-profile/accessible-travel-vancouver/ "Accessible Travel"). Conveniently located between the picturesque Cascade Mountains and the mighty Columbia River, Vancouver is a sports lover's playground.

Whether it’s indoor or outdoor sports, Vancouver WA has the advantage! Your athletes will compete with pride at our amazing natural [venues](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports/venues/ "Sports Venues") and diverse sporting facilities. Vancouver offers boundless options for teams of all sports and sizes, which is why past events run the gauntlet from the NAIA Cross Country National Championships at [Fort Vancouver National Historic Site](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/ "Fort Vancouver") and the Lucas Oil National Motocross Series at [Washougal MX Park](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/listing/washougal-motocross-park/2139/ "Washougal Motocross Park") to the US Rowing Northwest Junior District Championships at [Vancouver Lake](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/vancouver-lake-park/ "Vancouver Lake").

We also work with local sports leagues to grow their programming, raise awareness for events, and assist with securing venues and hotel rooms. Some of our many sports partners include Columbia Premier, Ridgefield Raptors, HoopSource Basketball and the Vancouver Lake Rowing Club.

Visit Vancouver Washington

The parade will take place, rain or shine, on **Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11:00am** at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. The parade route begins at the east end of Officers Row at East Reserve Street and Evergreen Boulevard, winds through the Fort Vancouver National Site, and concludes on 5th Street near Pearson Air Museum. The event will be broadcast live on CVTV for those unable to attend in person.

**Parking** will be available at the Clark PUD lot on the corner of Fort Vancouver Way and Mill Plain Blvd, in the lot to the south of the O. O. Howard House, and in the Fort Vancouver Parking Lot on E 5th street.

**While you are at the parade, we invite you to stop by the [Gesa Credit Union](https://www.gesa.com/) booth!**

Happening alongside the parade is the **[Veterans Day Open House](https://www.thehistorictrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/cmac-open-house-flyer-1-1.jpg)** hosted by Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC). The Open House will be held at Pearson Air Museum, 1115 E 5^th^ St., Vancouver, WA 98661, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Local employers and organizations who support veterans will be on hand to connect with fellow veterans and community members. **Learn more at: https://cmac11.com/cmac-events/veterans-day-open-house/**

38th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade

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