Pueblo Honors Veterans in 25th Annual Parade
Pueblo's Veterans Day Parade drew crowds down Union Avenue, with 102-year-old World War II veteran Luther Williams leading as honorary grand marshal.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Civic
Pueblo held its 25th annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 7, moving down Union Avenue to honor local heroes and military personnel from every service branch. World War II veteran Luther Williams, 102, led the procession as honorary grand marshal.
Why it matters
The parade reflects Pueblo's longstanding recognition of its veterans, a city known as the Home of the Heroes for its high number of Purple Heart awardees. Events like this keep military service visible to residents across the community.
The 25th annual parade honored Luther Williams, a 102-year-old World War II combat veteran who earned two Purple Hearts. Attendance totals and participant counts were not reported.
The players
Luther Williams
A 102-year-old World War II combat veteran who earned two Purple Hearts and served as honorary grand marshal of the parade.
Dale Sinks
A Vietnam War veteran who has attended Pueblo's Veterans Day Parade for eight years.
The details
Regional musical ensembles, veterans groups, and military organizations marched in the procession, energizing the route with music and patriotic displays. Vietnam War veteran Dale Sinks has attended the parade for eight years.
Timeline
Saturday, November 7, 2026: Pueblo's 25th annual Veterans Day Parade held along Union Avenue.
Civic Tradition
This year's 25th annual parade extends a quarter-century tradition in which Pueblo, known as the Home of the Heroes, publicly honors its Purple Heart awardees. The event continues that practice with honorary leadership from a 102-year-old World War II veteran.
Residents along Union Avenue experienced temporary route closures and crowds during the parade. The event offers a public opportunity to attend and show support for local veterans.
The takeaway
Public events honoring veterans offer residents a direct way to recognize service members in their own community. Attending local parades is a simple step for anyone looking to support those who served.
Further reading
Explore more civic news in Pueblo for other community events and local traditions.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX21 News.
