Veterans Day 2020 In MA: Nearby Celebrations, Closures

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The 111th Veterans Day in the U.S. will, like most holidays, be different this year due to the coronavirus pandemic — but there are still celebrations being held across the region.

Veterans Day will also mean closures of most municipal offices, including libraries and schools. The U.S. Postal Service won't deliver mail on Nov. 11, and some banks and other businesses may be closed.

Here are some events planned across the MetroWest and Worcester region for Veterans Day 2020.

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Framingham

City officials will mark Veterans Day with a virtual a medal ceremony for veterans. The city's Memorial Hall will also be lit in red, white and blue. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. and will be broadcast on the Framingham Government Channel, RCN channel 13, RCN-HD channel 613, Verizon channel 42 and Comcast channel 99.

Worcester

Project New Hope Inc. will be hosting a food drive for veterans all week in Worcester, Grafton and Auburn. Find drop-off locations and more details here.

Wayland

The Wayland Public Ceremonies Committee will host an outdoor event at the town's veterans memorial (rain or shine). Find more details here.

Marlborough

The city has recently decorated streets with banners honoring local veterans. The banners are up in the downtown area, but you can use this map to find specific people who are being honored.