ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 25, 2026 — The City of Orlando has two free community events on its calendar for the first half of November, according to official city event pages. One honors service members. The other invites families outdoors.
Nov. 7: The 27th Annual Veterans Day Parade
The City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is the 27th annual parade, and the city calls it one of Mayor Buddy Dyer's signature events (City of Orlando).
The city says the parade is meant "to show our gratitude to active-duty service members, veterans, and military families" (City of Orlando). This year's theme is "Veterans Helping Veterans and Their Families" (City of Orlando). The city's event page says that, in recognition of America's 250th anniversary, the 2026 celebration "will pay special tribute to those who have answered the call to duty" (City of Orlando).
The parade is hosted in partnership with Tavistock and the Lake Nona VA Medical Center, the city says, and the page names K92.3's Obie, Chloe & Slater as emcees (City of Orlando).
Where: The parade will begin and end at Lake Nona Town Center, 6955 Lake Nona Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827. It will flow through the town center and end near Boxi Park, where an official ceremony and sponsor vendor exhibits will follow (City of Orlando).
Parking: Street parking is available throughout Lake Nona, according to the city, which asks visitors to follow signs and instructions (City of Orlando). The page notes there will not be space in the garage to park large floats, buses or vehicles (City of Orlando).
Cost: Free (City of Orlando).
Organizations interested in ads in the parade program or sponsorships can contact ashley.monaghan@orlando.gov, the city says (City of Orlando).
Nov. 14: Nature in November at Bill Frederick Park
A week later, Nature in November runs Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bill Frederick Park, 3401 South Hiawassee Road, Orlando, FL 32835 (City of Orlando).
The city's event page lists live music, hayrides, guided nature hikes and farm tours (City of Orlando). Visitors can also meet environmental and agricultural professionals from across Central Florida, who the city says are "excited to share their passion for wildlife, farming and conservation" (City of Orlando).
The park's daily admission will be waived for the day, according to the city (City of Orlando). The listed contact is Antonio Ulivella at antonio.ulivella@orlando.gov (City of Orlando).
At a glance
| Event | Date and time | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterans Day Parade (city page) | Sat., Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Lake Nona Town Center | Free |
| Nature in November (city page) | Sat., Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Bill Frederick Park | Admission waived |
The city's general information line is 407.246.2121 (City of Orlando). Details can change, so check the city's event pages before you go.
Sources
- City of Orlando, "2026 Veterans Day Parade" event page: https://www.orlando.gov/Events/2026-Veterans-Day-Parade
- City of Orlando, "Nature in November at Bill Frederick Park" event page: https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Nature-in-November-at-Bill-Frederick-Park
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