- Time and Route. The parade runs from 4:00 PM to approximately 5:30 PM along Main Street in historic Downtown Russellville.
- Special Tribute. This year's event places a special emphasis on honoring Gold Star Families who have lost a loved one in military service.
- Grand Marshal. U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran Specialist Fifth Class (SP5) Phillip Neal “Phil” Golladay of Russellville has been selected to lead the 2026 parade as Grand Marshal.
- Parade Participants. According to the Russellville Tourism event announcement, the lineup includes marching bands, veterans organizations, restored military vehicles, classic cars, scout groups, motorcycle clubs, emergency vehicles, local businesses, floats, and elected officials.
- Spectator Guidance. Community members are encouraged to line Main Street and wave American flags to show gratitude to local veterans and their families.
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- 9:00 AM. Complimentary meet-and-greet breakfast.
- 10:00 AM. Veterans Day assembly featuring student performances, guest speakers, military vehicle displays, and a presentation by the Russellville High School JROTC.
VETERANS DAY
FREEBIES!
List of restaurants offering FREE MEALS to military heroes on Veterans Day - Wednesday, November 11th, 2026...
Buffalo Wild Wings
On
Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy 10 FREE
boneless wings + fries with valid proof of service at participating Buffalo
Wild Wings sports bars, dine-in only.
Chili’s
FREE Veterans Day meal
- all veterans and active military members get a free meal on Veterans Day,
Nov. 11 at all participating Chili's Grill & Bar restaurants. Call ahead
for menu choices at your local Chili's.
Golden Corral
Golden
Corral is honoring veterans and active-duty service members a “Thank You”
buffet and beverage during Military Appreciation Night. Hours: Wednesday, Nov.
11 from 4 p.m. to close. All current U.S. service members, retired military and
veterans are invited to enjoy a FREE meal for their service.
IHOP
IHOP
will offer a free red, white and blueberry pancake combo to veterans and
active-duty service members on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 7 a.m. to
7 p.m. at participating restaurants.
Olive Garden
Olive Garden is thanking members of the military for their service on Nov. 11
(dine-in only) with a complimentary entrée - chicken parmigiana and fettuccine
alfredo. As always, entrees come with unlimited breadsticks and soup or
salad.
Denny’s
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Denny’s Restaurant will honor U.S. military personnel and veterans with the Free Original Grand Slam Breakfast, 5 AM – noon at participating locations. Military ID required.
