Join us in honoring Veterans at community events Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026

Join your neighbors in honoring those who have served in America’s armed forces at two events Saturday, Nov. 7, in Douglas County.

The day begins with a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. at Veterans Monument Plaza, 301 Wilcox St. in Castle Rock. At 1 p.m., the community is invited to the Douglas County Fairgrounds for a ceremonial groundbreaking and dedication of World Trade Center steel at the future site of Heroes Hall.

Veterans Day ceremony — 11 a.m.
The Board of Douglas County Commissioners, Douglas County Veterans Service Office and Douglas County Veterans Monument Foundation invite you to recognize the service and sacrifices of our nation’s Veterans.

This year’s ceremony will feature a keynote address from Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly. Other speakers include Col. Sean Pechon (USMC, Retired), Douglas County Veterans Service Officer Chris Maes (US Army, Retired) and Douglas County Commissioners George Teal (US Army), Kevin Van Winkle, and Abe Laydon.

Local musician Michael MacFarlane will provide music.

Heroes Hall groundbreaking and dedication — 1 p.m.
Continue the day of recognition at the Douglas County Fairgrounds with a ceremonial groundbreaking for Heroes Hall and the dedication of World Trade Center steel at its future site.

Douglas County Government offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

Sponsor a wreath for Wreaths Across America on Dec. 19
You can also honor Veterans by sponsoring a wreath or volunteering for a wreath-laying ceremony Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026. Ceremonies will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Castle Rock and Fort Logan National Cemetery as part of Wreaths Across America’s nationwide remembrance.

The Cedar Hill ceremony begins at 10 a.m. and is organized by American Heritage Girls Troop 8909. Volunteers are welcome to help place wreaths.

Sponsor a wreath for Cedar Hill Cemetery or visit WreathsAcrossAmerica.org for other sponsorship opportunities.

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