The city of Surprise Veterans Day Parade parade begins 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, along Bullard Avenue, to honor and celebrate those who served in the United States Armed Forces.

The parade route will travel between Paradise and Tierra Buena lanes. The procession features various community entries, including local organizations, schools and service groups, all honoring the servicemen and women who served the country.

Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, grab a bite and find a spot along the parade route before the procession begins.

The parade will open with the "The Star-Spangled Banner," performed by U.S. Navy Retired Petty Officer 1st Class Steven Powell.  Food trucks will be available near the parade route 7:30-11:30 a.m.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternate routes and exercise caution when traveling near the celebration as there will be road closures and traffic restrictions in place throughout the event area for the safety of participants and attendees.

Note: Road closures remain in place until 2 p.m.  Nov. 11.

The following roads will be affected:

• Bullard Avenue – Closed in both directions from Bell Road to Tierra Buena Lane
• Buck O’Neil Way – Closed from
• Paradise Lane to Bullard Avenue
• Paradise Lane – Open to local traffic only between Bullard Avenue and Buck O’Neil Way

The south library parking lot is closed and will reopen 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11.

There will be no public parking in the Surprise Stadium lot. Access the celebration area from the following locations:

• Civic Center Drive and Bell Road
• Civic Center Drive and Greenway Road
• Litchfield Road and Statler Boulevard

Visit surpriseaz.gov/VeteransDay for more information.