Chandler honors veterans with two special events

Oct. 9, 2023
Veterans Memorial Ribbon Cutting

CHANDLER, Ariz. – The City of Chandler honors and celebrates the brave men, women and families who have fought and sacrificed for our liberty and freedom early this November. 

On Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, active and retired military service members and their loved ones are invited to the 3rd Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast for a morning of fellowship, appreciation and information gathering from community resources. This free event will be held at Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. 

The City’s celebration culminates with the annual Veterans Day event on Saturday, Nov. 11 at the acclaimed Field of Honor, located within Veterans Oasis Park. The celebration begins at 4:30 p.m. with acknowledgments recognizing our local heroes. Live music will be provided by local band, Shiftwork, immediately after the ceremony.

Presented by the Military and Veterans Affairs Commission and Community Services Department, these civic events honor all who have served and continue to serve our country. 

Field of Honor is located within Veterans Oasis Park at 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler. Free parking is available on-site.

For more information about these events, visit Chandler Veterans Day.

Media Contacts:
Kate Smith, Marketing and Communications Analyst
480-782-2865

Rebecca Kuiper, Recreation Superintendent
480-782-2908