Veterans Day Archives - Potomac Local News

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:43AM

All public schools in Stafford County, Prince William County, Fredericksburg City, Manassas City, and Manassas Park City will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day, as announced by the school divisions.

Regular classes and activities will resume on Wednesday, November 12. School offices and administrative buildings may have varied operating hours; families are encouraged to check their division’s website for details: Prince William County, Stafford County, Fredericksburg City, Manassas City, and Manassas Park City.

Prince William

Prince William County Announces Veterans Day Operating Schedule

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:28AM

The James McCoart Building at the Prince William County Government Center. [Photo by Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

The department noted that the Pat White Center at Ben Lomond, Veterans Memorial Park Community Center, Birchdale Community Center, and George Hellwig Administration Building will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg City Government Offices to Close for Veterans Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 8, 2025 at 12:34AM

Fredericksburg City Hall

“In observance of Veterans Day, City of Fredericksburg Government offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11,” City of Fredericksburg Government announced. “Looking to honor our Veterans? Join us for the Veterans Day Procession and Commemoration Ceremony at 10 a.m.”

City officials noted that trash and recycling collection will run on a normal schedule, but there will be no leaf collection. The Belman Road Recycling Center and Stafford Landfill will be open, while FXBGO! transit services will not operate. The Fredericksburg Visitor Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the City Council meeting originally scheduled for November 11 will instead be held on Tuesday, November 18.

Manassas Park

Manassas Park Honors Veterans During Flag Ceremony on the Plaza

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 9:11PM

“Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Plaza today as we honored all Veterans — past, present, and future — during our Veterans Flag Ceremony,” the City of Manassas Park shared. “It was a meaningful moment of gratitude and reflection for those who have served and continue to serve our country.”

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Features

Free Tickets Available for U.S. Army Band ‘Pershing’s Own’ Veterans Day Concert at Hylton Center

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 1:15PM

“Join us for an afternoon of music and meaningful moments as we give a thunderous ‘thank you’ to our nation’s heroes,” The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” announced. “We’re shining the spotlight on the loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage of our Veterans.”

The U.S. Army Band is partnering with George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative to present A Salute to Veterans!—a free concert honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The performance will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, and tickets are available at no cost through the Hylton Center Ticket Office.

Manassas

Crowds gather for the 2025 Veterans Parade in Downtown Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 2, 2025 at 8:16AM

[Photo: Manassas City Government]

“Here are a few brief moments from the 2025 Veterans Parade in Downtown Manassas,” Historic Manassas, Inc. posted. “If you see yourself, tag away (and don’t forget to check out the photo gallery).”

The annual parade in Downtown Manassas celebrated local veterans and military families, featuring marching bands, community groups, and classic vehicles as residents lined the streets to honor those who served.

Stafford

Stafford County announces Veterans Day closures and modified services

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 27, 2025 at 11:48AM

“Stafford offices, departments, facilities, and all courts will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, for Veterans Day,” Stafford County announced. “Both locations of the R-Board/Regional Landfill (Eskimo Hill and Belman Road) will be open on Veterans Day.”

The County confirmed that Fire and Rescue, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Magistrate’s Office will remain operational, along with all outdoor parks, which will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Essential services such as emergency response and law enforcement will continue uninterrupted during the holiday.

Features

Northern Virginia Veterans Parade returns to Old Town Manassas on November 1

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 25, 2025 at 11:12AM | Updated October 27, 2025 at 11:49AM

“The Northern Virginia Veterans Parade, honoring all Veterans and their families, will take place Saturday, November 1 at 11:00 a.m. in Old Town Manassas,” VetPar, Inc. announced. “This year marks the 17th annual celebration — attendees are encouraged to arrive early to grab seats along the parade route.”

Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg to Host Veterans Day Procession and Commemoration on November 11

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 23, 2025 at 5:03PM | Updated October 27, 2025 at 11:48AM

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“Join us for the Veterans Day Procession on November 11 to remember and honor all those who served our country,” the City of Fredericksburg announced. “All are welcome to view the procession along Washington Avenue and join the Veterans Day Commemoration at the Fredericksburg Area War Memorial on George Street.”