Eagle Pass Honors Veterans With Patriotic Parade and Proclamation Ceremony

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc.

Hundreds of local residents attended a Veterans Day parade and ceremony Saturday, November 7, 2026 as the City of Eagle Pass joined local veterans organizations in honoring the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.

Rain did not keep participants and spectators from coming together for the celebration, which included periods of sunshine as the community recognized local veterans and

Following the parade, city officials, veterans and community members gathered at the Eagle Pass Public Library for a proclamation ceremony.

The parade featured over 40 entries including City Councilwoman Jessica Rey Ramon as Parade Grand Marshal, the Eagle Pass High School Mighty Eagle Marching Band and Color Guard, school cheer and dance teams, beauty queens and kings floats, VFW Color Guard and Motorcycle Club, local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, City of Eagle Pass float, lots of students. and local businesses and organizations with Veterans Day-themed floats.

Mayor Aaron Valdez and Council Members Jessica Rey Ramon and Elias Diaz participated in presenting the proclamation honoring local veterans. The recognition acknowledged their courage, dedication and sacrifices in serving the nation.

The city thanked the organizations, parade participants and residents who supported the celebration despite the changing weather.

Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11 to honor all who served in the United States military during wartime or peacetime. Originally known as Armistice Day, the observance commemorated the end of fighting in World War I on November 11, 1918. It became Veterans Day in 1954, expanding its recognition to American veterans of all wars. This year, the holiday falls on Wednesday.

Saturday’s celebration gave Eagle Pass residents an opportunity to express their appreciation directly to local veterans and recognize the contributions they continue to make throughout the community.