The Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs has announced a variety of scheduled events for November 10 through November 13, 2026, to honor military veterans. These community gatherings and ceremonies are organized by various local organizations, universities, and community groups across the state.
On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Hurricane Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Veterans Day Luncheon. The event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at the Grafton Building at Legacy Park in Hurricane. Attendees are asked to bring their own chairs as seating is limited.
In Salt Lake City, the annual Veteran's Day Concert is scheduled for November 11 at 7 p.m. at the Tabernacle at Temple Square. The performance, titled "The Hello Girls," is set against the backdrop of World War I and follows the journey of a group of women. Active duty service members and veterans can receive free admission by using the code "military" to remove the ticket service fee, while other veterans receive a $3 discount on tickets.
Several university-led celebrations are scheduled for November 11. Utah Tech University will hold a Veterans Day celebration honoring the 2nd Battalion, 222nd Field Artillery and all who have served. The commemoration begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Utah Tech Veterans Memorial near the McDonald Building, followed by a 2:00 p.m. presentation of "The Miracle of Gapyeong" in the College of Education (COE) Room 121.
Utah Tech Student Association and the Service Branch will host a Veterans Day Triple Deuce March and Community Celebration on the Utah Tech campus in St. George. Check-in is scheduled for 7:00 p.m., with a flag ceremony at 7:30 p.m. and a 2.22-mile Triple Deuce March or run to follow.
Utah Valley University and MASH will host an annual Veterans Day Brunch featuring a panel discussion titled "One Team, Many Perspectives: Finding Belonging Through a Shared Purpose." This event will feature military-affiliated community members sharing their experiences. Additionally, the BYU Wind Symphony will present "For Heroes Proved: A Veterans Day Celebration" at 7:30 p.m. on November 11, featuring Broadway and television star Laura Osnes. Veterans and their immediate family members are invited to attend this performance free of charge by contacting the BYU Ticket Office at 801-422-2981 to reserve tickets.
Other regional events include the West Valley City Veterans Committee and the Community Engagement and Culture Department's Veterans Day Dinner. This evening of recognition will feature keynote speaker Brigadier General Charlene Dalto and a performance by the Echoing Spirit Dancers.
In Cottonwood Heights, the Star-Spangled Finale is scheduled for November 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Butler Middle School. The event will feature Ridgecrest Elementary students performing songs from each branch of the military.
Other activities include a 4-mile ruck to honor the military, where participants can donate canned food and meet at the doTERRA Dome. The Utah Veteran Business Resource Center will also host the Utah Veteran Entrepreneur Networking Event to allow veteran entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses and build networks.
The scheduled events provide multiple opportunities for the community to honor military service members through various forms of commemoration, including meals, musical performances, and athletic activities.
