Events

Join us for Franchising 101 for Military Veterans, where we'll cover all the basics of researching & buying your own franchise business. Franchising 101 for Military Veterans is a must-attend online event designed to help veterans learn about the franchising industry and how to get started on the path to business ownership. Whether you're a retiree […]

Join us at this event to support and explore the importance of networking within the veteran community, shedding light on the benefits of connecting with veterans, veteran supporters, businesses owned by veterans and organizations providing resources for veterans.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). In honor of this year’s SAAPM, the Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Program will be hosting an in-person luncheon for MST survivors on Wed., April 30. Our goal is to support survivors and highlight available resources at VA and in the community. Due to limited capacity, anyone […]

Networking event for Veteran and First Responder Owned Businesses. All local small & medium business owners are welcome.  

Vietnam Remembrance CeremonyLocation American Legion Post 24Tombstone AZDate: Wednesday April 30thTime: 1730hrs Dinner to be served after ceremony bySquadron 24 and ALA Unit 24 Local Vietnam Veterans to Speak at Ceremony. Full Honor Guard by Marine Corps League Wild West Detachment

Come learn about resources and benefits to you as the Veteran! 10am-2pm Kingman AZ, the next Veteran Stand Down is coming up! May 2, 2025! From 10AM until 2PM! Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce (309 E. Beale Street, Kingman, AZ 86401) Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA staff and volunteers […]

HHA Outreach ProgramFemale Veteran/Soldier Appreciation EventHosted byAmerican Legion Auxiliary Unit 53Join us for this creative activity. “Declaration” A mixed media collage on 6x12" canvas board.Select from several styles of cursive script cardstock Tickets: $25.00Women Veterans: FREE WhenFriday, May 2nd6:00-8:00pm WhereBuckeye Community Veterans Service Center402 East NarramoreBuckeye, AZ 85326 Preregistration Required Register with Unit 53 - […]

USA 4 Veterans Foundation Duel in the Desert Pickleball Challenge Arizona Athletic Grounds Date: Saturday, May 3 Time: 7:00am - 12:00pm 4 Brackets: (2.0 - 3.0) (3.0 - 3.5) (3.5 - 4.0) (4.0+) $30 per Player Individual / Round Robin / Rally Scoring Ask Yourself One Question: What can I do to help improve the […]

Our Event Join us for our inaugural "Break the Cycle" mountain bike race. We are taking over the Brownlow Trail in Prescott! Located across the street from Kayla's Hands Playground this will be something for the whole family. Don't miss you chance to WIN $2,500 being the last person standing! Every rider in each heat […]

Our next membership meeting is May 3rd, 2025!The zoom call opens up at 9AM and the meeting ends at 11. We welcome all veterans and veteran-focused groups, organizations, family and caretakers to listen in as we share valuable information for the #ArizonaVeteranCommunity

East Valley’s one-stop resource fair for veterans, on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the American Leadership Academy Applied Technologies Campus located at 7729 East Pecos Road Mesa, AZ 85212. The success of past Drop Zone events is due to the willingness of vendors and community leaders to lend a […]

We are hosting a corn hole tournament on Saturday, May 3rd - another effort to continue supporting our Veterans, their Families and our Community.Come on out, throw some bags, and raise some money for a good cause!

Join us for our annual 22 for the 22 Ceremony to honor Veterans lost to suicide. We are hosting the event on Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 9am-12pm at the American Legion Post 1 Luke-Greenway, 364 N. 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ..The event will include presentations, speakers, brunch, Color Guard, Vet to Vet Connections, and Veteran […]

Join us for the launch of the 3rd edition of ISSUED: Stories of Service, a powerful military journal sharing the voices and experiences of those who served. Enjoy live readings by contributors Bob Beard, Jennie Blair, Chuck Hale, John M. Johnson, Chad McLean, Megan Merchant, Brian O’Hare, Anna Lea Seago, and the ISSUED editors. This […]

You're invited to celebrate the power of storytelling and service! Join us for the launch of the third edition of ISSUED: Stories of Service — a journal dedicated to uplifting the voices of veterans and military-connected writers through poetry, prose and lived experience. 📅 Sunday, May 4 🕓 4–6 p.m. (MST) 📍165 N. Centennial Way, […]

Tempe Community Salutes is a meaningful recognition ceremony honoring future military service members and their families, celebrating the young men and women from our community who have chosen to serve our nation. A light reception with refreshments will follow the ceremony.  

Do you love to help people, lead teams and make a difference? Do you want to meet and learn how to better uplight and support women who fight and protect our freedoms as current or former members of the U.S. Armed Forces? If yes, please join us for the special 2025 Women Who Lead Summit […]

You are invited to join us for the 2025 Military Induction Ceremony, hosted by Triple MVAC, at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, located within the Westgate Entertainment District. This event is dedicated to honoring recruits from all branches of the military, celebrating their commitment and service to our nation. Witness hundreds of local […]

The AVHOFS Patriotic Awards Luncheon honors Arizona's finest Patriots and Veteran & High School Student Scholars The Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society’s Patriotic Awards Luncheon (PAL), formerly known as the Copper Sword Gala or the Patriotic Gala, has grown to become one of the most anticipated events of the year and attracts our service […]

Change of Command and Officer Installation ceremony for DAV East Valley Chapter 8 in Mesa. Lunch at 1100, ceremony at 1200.  

West Valley Women Veterans 2nd Annual Tea Party @ The Spicery You are cordially invited to a special Women Veterans Tea Party! Join West Valley Women Veterans for an afternoon of camaraderie, conversation, and connection over a cup of tea and delicious refreshments. Come share stories, experiences, and wisdom with fellow women who are serving/have […]

MCL Det. 901 Monthly Meeting https://vfw1677.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=91725

Join the Echo Group Riders, MAY 13, 2025! We will be retiring a flag and raising a brand spankin' new one! Meet up at the Lake Havasu VA Clinic (145 Park Ave) at 0945am. We will RIDE to Lake View Terrace Memory Care Home (320 N Lake Havasu Ave) and arrive by 1015am. We will […]

Join Us for the Military/Veteran Helper Training By attending this training, you will become a part of the Be Connected Community Corps and receive ongoing support for your role as a helper from the Be Connected team. Our collective goal is to extend upstream support to all who serve and their families, improve social determinants of health and reduce the overall suicide […]

Connecting Homeless Veterans , At-Risk Veterans, All Veterans and their Families with the Essential Community Services They Need VA Enrollment • VA Services • VA Mobile Vet Center • Clothing & Surplus Disability, Improved Pension & Survivors Benefits • Hygiene Kits . AZ DES, Dental, Vision & Medical Assistance• Haircuts • The Great Outdoors, Veterans’ […]

VETERANS CAUCUSSAVE THE DATEMay 15, 2025 – Thursday11:30 AM to 1:15 PM House of Representatives - Copper Room What is Arizona doing right in supporting Veterans? What is Arizona doing wrong in supporting Veterans? What should we be doing for Veterans that we are not? What are we doing for Veterans that we should not […]

RSVP at NATURALRESTORATIONS.ORGClick on EVENT CALENDAR for details & registrationMust register for participation Are you a military veteran? Join us for a fun morning on the Lower Salt River picking up trash & knocking invasive apple snail eggs into the river with fellow veterans next Saturday, May 17th from 7am to 12:30~1pm. We'll wrap up […]

Join us for the Armed Forces Day FreedomRide 2025, a day of honoring our military heroes with a thrilling motorcycle ride! Armed Forces Day FreedomRide 2025 Come join us at Culture in Glendale, AZ on 5/17/2025 for a day of honoring our brave men and women in uniform along with our Veterans and First Responders. […]

You’re Invited! Join us for Christmas in the Summer at EmpoweRanch on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 8:30AM–12:30PM! This fun-filled FREE event is open to all past, present, and prospective participants—including kids, families, and veterans! Come enjoy: • Ranch activities • Connection & community • Tons of surprises and summer cheer! Location: 308 W Siesta […]

All Active Duty Military and Veterans are welcome for Lunch with the Heroes on Saturday May 17th, 2025 from 11am - 2pm.

West Valley Women Veterans and the public are invited to join The Belles of Liberty for their annual flag placement event in honor of Memorial Day. They are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to serving veterans! Together, we will place approximately 3,600 flags on the graves of our fallen heroes as a tribute to their service […]

Growler's Taphouse is hosting the first Rockin' 4 Heroes fundraising event to support our 4 Hero groups: First Responders, Active Military, Veterans and Gold Star Families. Live music will be provided by the No Sand Beach Band. We will conduct a 50/50 cash raffle and offer Rockin' 4 Heroes merchandise for sale (cash sales only). […]

Join us for the 4th Annual Fairways For Warriors Golf Tournament - a day of golf, fun, and support for our military heroes! Welcome to the Fairways For Warriors 4th Annual Golf Tournament! Join us at the beautiful Dobson Ranch Golf Course for a day of fun on the greens. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting […]

We will have representatives from AZ Dept of Vet Services, VAMC Prescott, Nation’s Finest, U.S. Vets, N. AZ Alzheimer’s Association, Red Cross, Catholic Charties, and more.

C'mon! UP and at 'em! Come and join us for some good food, good company, and relaxed conversation before your day gets crazy hectic. Bring a friend!

Meeting Details We are excited to invite you to an introductory meeting with the Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce. This meeting aims to provide an opportunity for veterans to connect, network, and learn about the resources and support available through the Chamber. Place:   Sun Lakes Country Club, in the Mirror Room                                                             25601 S. Sun […]

VA2K 15th Walk and RollFOR VETERANS AND EMPLOYEES We are accepting cases of bottled water for donation to homeless Veterans.(Now through May 21, 2025) For more information,contact Meghan Rangel and Sherry Whitener atMeghan.Rangel@va.gov or Sherry.Whitener@va.govor 623-322-6241 MAY 21FROM 6:00 - 10:00 AMAT THE NORTHWEST VA CLINIC13985 WEST GRAND AVENUESUITE 101SURPRISE, AZ 85374

Grab your friends, a flag or even dust off your ole rucksack and be sure to join us for our patriotic Gut Check Flag 5k/10k Trail Run/Ruck, Memorial Day weekend as we pay tribute to the brave men and women that gave the ultimate sacrifice for this great Nation of ours. - Our goal is […]

100% of profits will benefit The Veterans In Need Project, a non-profit organization. Join us Memorial Day weekend for the 5th Annual Maricopa Memorial Day 5k sponsored by ACP Painting! Run or walk our spectator-friendly course at the beautiful Copper Sky Recreation Center in Maricopa, AZ. This is a chip-timed event. All participants will receive […]

5th Annual Memorial Poker Run ending @Superstition Harley-Davidson®All Are Welcome!Honoring All Our Lost Brothers & Sisters Benefiting Arizona Patriot Guard Riders & Trolls Teddy Bear Run$15 Donation for Rider / $5 for Passenger Sign In 7-9am @ Local Legends Ride to a Veterans Memorial and then to Superstition Harley-Davidson to finish up the festivities. Hosted […]

No hero should spend Memorial Day alone. This Memorial Day weekend, volunteers are mobilizing across the country to visit fallen heroes. Join us on Memorial Day weekend to lay hand-crafted commemorative tokens at interment locations of fallen heroes, pausing for a moment of reflection and honoring them on a sacred day of remembrance in our […]

Come hungry and bring a friend—start your morning with hot coffee and homemade biscuits and gravy. Open to all!  

MVP Phoenix Chapter, Youth For Troops, Home of Record Project, and Youth For Troops invite you to the Memorial Day 5k Walk. Our Community events are designed to provide members, their families, and associated communities with a deeper level of engagement and understanding of life outside the uniform. These events are open to the public. […]

Join RidersUSA for our 19th annual "Flags for Our Fallen" Memorial Day Rally. We will be lining up the flags and motorcycles on Cave Creek Road south of Pinnacle Peak Road at the entrance to the National Cemetery to salute the families of our veterans as they come in for the Memorial Day service. Visit […]

Join us for our 5th annual Memorial Day hike, honoring our fallen brothers and sisters. Details coming down range soon, so stay frosty. https://www.facebook.com/events/1170479264320099?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

Kick-off at Vietnam Veterans Memorial Trailhead meet at 8:00 AM Lace up your hiking shoes and join us at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Trailhead for a day of raffle prizes and honoring the fallen. Whether you’re seasoned or just looking for a good time, this event is great for everyone whether a veteran or civilian. […]

Join the Phoenix VA Health Care System at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona Memorial Day Ceremony, May 26. This event, starting at 8 a.m., includes wreath presentations, a color guard, the playing of Taps, and musical accompaniments from the Army National Guard Band. The keynote speaker will be The Honorable Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary […]

The Official 11th Annual 22 Too Many 5K Race is a run/walk to benefit the families of fallen soldiers from PTS left behind.   Approximately 22 veterans a day take their own lives. Through athletic events, 22 Too Many seeks to serve as a living memorial, reducing the stigma by increasing public knowledge and awareness […]

Shred for a Cause - Free Community Event - Your donation will help train & delivery of a life changing service dog to a wounded veteran or first responder! $10 per box suggested donation

Come out and help us raise money for veterans in Arizona. All money raised goes to financially assist veterans and their families.  

GARY MICHAEL HAMM & DAVID FEATHER American Legion Post 26 Proudly Presents:CHARITY MAGIC SHOW & DINNER - MAY 31ST 2025 Evening Show:(Corporate Friendly | All Ages)Doors Open – 5:00pm / Show Starts – 6:00pmTickets: $30 per Adult / $15 per child 12 and under $10 SPAGHETTIW/ GARLIC BREAD!Half of proceeds go to Veteran’s Children Funds […]