The city of Bowling Green, KY and Warren County, KY will host their annual Veterans Parade on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 10 a.m., inviting veterans, families and spectators to gather downtown for a heartfelt tribute to those who have served.
The free event is organized through the city’s Parks & Recreation department and the Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, under the theme “Honor, Courage, Service, Sacrifice.”
The parade line-up begins around 8:30 a.m. in downtown Bowling Green, and the route kicks off at 10 a.m., starting near Circus Square Park, proceeding up College Street, then turning left onto 10th Avenue, then onto State Street and concluding at 6th and State Street.
Local schools have also been invited to take part in an essay contest for 4th-6th grade students: selected winners will read essays at the flag-raising ceremony at the Warren County Courthouse.
For the Bowling Green community — home to active duty, veterans, and families — this annual parade underscores local gratitude and civic pride.
A parent of a participating student shared: “My daughter’s essay contest entry got her front row in the parade. It’s a wonderful way for kids in Warren County to engage with veteran stories.”
Event & Participation Details:
Date & Time: November 8, 2025 • Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. (Line-up by 8:30 a.m.).
Location & Route: Downtown Bowling Green — starting near Circus Square Park, up College Street → left onto 10th Avenue → left onto State Street → ends at 6th & State.
Cost: Free to attend and free to participate.
Note: For safety, participants should not throw candy; if handing out candy, assign one designated person.
Registration: Those wishing to march or take part in the parade can sign up ahead of time—check the city’s event page for details.
This parade offers more than just a Sunday-morning event — it strengthens community ties in Warren County, highlights local veterans’ stories, and invites children and families to actively participate in civic life. The event also drives traffic to downtown Bowling Green, supporting local businesses and encouraging foot traffic in the historic district. Using keywords like “Bowling Green Veterans Parade”, “Warren County KY veteran event”, and “downtown Bowling Green community celebration” will help locals find event details online.
Bowling Green’s Veterans Parade isn’t just a route on a map — it’s a moving salute, a community coming together, and a tangible way for locals in Bowling Green and Warren County to say “thank you” to those who served. Mark your calendar, invite your friends and family, and let’s make November 8 a day the city remembers with respect and pride.
