How Many Days Until Veterans Day?

Your Always-Live Veterans Day Countdown

Our Veterans Day countdown recalculates every second using UTC-safe math. No hard-coded years—just the exact days, hours, minutes, and seconds until November 11. Perfect for planning ceremonies, honoring veterans, or preparing for observances. Whether you're counting down from summer or the final week, our timer updates in real-time, showing you exactly how much time remains until this important federal holiday that honors all who have served in the U.S. armed forces.

What Day Does Veterans Day Fall On?

Veterans Day is always celebrated on November 11, regardless of the day of the week. This date was chosen because it marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I on November 11, 1918. Unlike Memorial Day and Labor Day, Veterans Day is not moved to create a long weekend—it remains on November 11 each year. Our countdown automatically calculates to the next November 11, so you'll always know exactly how much time you have to plan ceremonies, parades, or ways to honor veterans.

Veterans Day History & Significance

Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day, established in 1919 to commemorate the end of World War I. In 1954, after World War II and the Korean War, Congress changed the name to Veterans Day to honor all American veterans of all wars. The holiday was briefly moved to the fourth Monday in October from 1971 to 1977, but it was returned to November 11 in 1978 due to the historical significance of the date.

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are approximately 18 million living veterans in the United States. Veterans Day provides an opportunity to recognize and thank these men and women for their service and sacrifice.

Veterans Day Traditions & Observances

Veterans Day is observed with various traditions across the United States:

• National Moment of Silence: At 11:00 AM on November 11, Americans observe a moment of silence to honor veterans.
• Parades: Many communities hold Veterans Day parades featuring veterans, military units, and patriotic displays.
• Ceremonies: Wreath-laying ceremonies are held at memorials, cemeteries, and veterans' organizations.
• Free Meals: Many restaurants offer free meals to veterans on Veterans Day.
• Flag Display: The U.S. flag is displayed at full-staff on Veterans Day.

Difference Between Veterans Day and Memorial Day

It's important to understand the distinction between Veterans Day and Memorial Day:

• Veterans Day (November 11): Honors all military veterans who have served in the U.S. armed forces, whether in wartime or peacetime, living or deceased.
• Memorial Day (Last Monday in May): Specifically honors those who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Both holidays are important for recognizing the service and sacrifice of military personnel, but they serve different purposes. Use our Memorial Day countdown to track that important holiday as well.

Veterans Day Observances & Community Events

Veterans Day is observed with ceremonies, parades, and community events across the United States. If you're tracking how many days until Veterans Day, this is a great time to plan how you'll honor veterans in your community. Many communities hold special events including parades, memorial services, and educational programs.

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Day provides an opportunity to recognize and thank veterans for their service. Many restaurants offer free meals to veterans on Veterans Day, and communities organize volunteer opportunities to support veterans' organizations. Use our countdown to plan your participation in these meaningful activities.

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