Kentucky Veterans Parade & Celebration

This community gathering honors 16 years of the Kentucky Veterans Parade, bringing families together to celebrate and recognize the service of our veterans. The event takes place in NuLu along East Market Street, featuring a parade route that runs from Campbell to Hancock. Beyond the traditional parade procession, there's plenty to explore—local shops, food vendors, and cultural offerings from the NuLu neighborhood add to the festive atmosphere. Families will find interactive experiences throughout the celebration. Kids can get up close to military vehicles, including jeeps and a real tank, take photos, and chat with the veterans who served in them. After the parade concludes, each color guard participates in a special blessing of the colors ceremony led by a chaplain—a meaningful tribute to service and sacrifice. The community is also invited to nominate deserving veterans to be recognized as part of a special unit during the parade itself, making this a truly inclusive celebration of local heroes.