Baltimore to hold Veterans Day parade Saturday with street closures and health fair

Baltimore will honor veterans with its annual Veterans Day parade on Saturday, according to The Baltimore Banner. The event starts at noon and lasts about two and a half hours, concluding around 2:30 p.m.

The parade route covers roughly 0.7 miles, beginning at the intersection of Charles and Centre streets near the Washington Monument and ending at War Memorial Plaza. Streets along the route, including parts of Charles, Centre, Lexington, Guilford, Saratoga, Holliday, and Gay streets, will be closed starting around 9 a.m., as reported by The Baltimore Banner.

The event will also feature a health and resource fair running from noon to 3 p.m., offering fresh produce giveaways, blood pressure screenings, wellness services, entertainment, food trucks, and family activities. The Baltimore Banner noted that the parade includes marching bands, honor guards, ROTC programs, and military units honoring veterans and service members.

CBS News Baltimore is a media partner for the parade and will stream the event live online. The parade aims to build community connections and support for veterans and military families, emphasizing recognition of their contributions and sacrifices.