For Veterans Day this weekend, honor local heroes and men and women who have served our country in the United States military at these events and ceremonies in the Hudson Valley. Join in on a parade, attend a wreath-laying ceremony, or enjoy free events and meals if you are a veteran yourself.

Hudson, Kingston, Poughkeepsie, and Red Hook
November 11

As a thank you to the Hudson Valley’s veterans, Savona‘s Trattoria serves up a three-course Italian meal from the special Veterans Day menu, including dishes like eggplant parmigiana, chicken marsala, and meat lasagna. The lunch or dinner is free for all veterans with a military I.D. at all locations.

Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park

November 12

The Culinary Institute of America was founded in 1946 to prepare returning World War II veterans for a career in the culinary arts. On Veterans Day, in honor of this history, all veterans will receive a complimentary lunch or dinner at one of these CIA restaurants: American Bounty, The Bocuse, Apple Pie Bakery Café, or The Egg.

Veterans Memorial Park, Walden

November 10, 1pm
Walden remembers our veterans during its 14th annual brick dedication ceremony. Help honor the men and women who have served our country in the United State military on Sunday, November 10 at Walden Veterans Memorial Park.