AZ Veterans

Veteran Learn-to-Play; Wheelchair Football
2025-06-03 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center, 5031 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Veteran Learn-to-Play; Wheelchair Football
Our veteran learn-to-play clinic aims to teach you the ins and outs of Wheelchair Football. Joined by coaches of the Arizona Wheelchair Cardinals, you’ll leave with an array of knowledge, skill, and love for the sport.
ALL abilities are welcome.
Free for Military/Vets & families with memberships
Date: June 3rd & June 24th, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Location: Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center
Questions? Please email Mary Kay Junis at marykayj@ability360.org

SWVCC - East Valley Networking Luncheon
2025-06-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Floridino’s, 590 Alma School Rd, Chandler, 85224, United States
LUNCH at Floridino’s in Chandler (Alma School and Ray) starts at 1130. $22 per person. We hope to see you there, bring a friend and join us. Go to www.swvcc.org to register so we can let the restaurant know how many are coming.
At the Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce, you gain access to an exceptionally rewarding community full of networking opportunities, rich education, and professional business collaboration.
Floridino’s Restaurant
590 N. Alma School Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85224
11:30 – 1:00
Lunch: $22.00

East Valley Women Veterans 1st Monday Outing
2025-06-02 17:00 - 19:30 | Azura Vets Coalition, Defenders Den, 165 N. Centennial Way #101, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
East Valley Women Veterans are having our First Monday Outing on June 2nd with t-shirt screen printing and dinner! We will be doing t-shirt screen printing with our EVWV logo. PLEASE bring a t-shirt to screen print. Join us for a fun evening with friends, camaraderie, and dinner of salad with protein choices and fruit will be provided. You can also bring your own food if you would like.
When: June 2nd from 5p – 7:30p
Where: Azura Vets Coalition Defender’s Den 165 N Centennial Way #110 Mesa, AZ 85201
RSVP: eastvalleywomenveterans@gmail.com

Women Veterans - Building Connections Brunch
2025-06-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Brothers Family Restaurant, 8466 W Peoria Ave #1, Peoria, 85345, United States
West Valley Women Veterans – Building Connections Brunch Attention Women Service Members & Veterans – All Eras, All Branches! Join Us for Our Monthly Building Connections Brunch: Connect with fellow women service members and veterans in a welcoming and supportive environment! This exclusive gathering is a chance to celebrate your service, share stories, and build lasting connections with those who truly understand your journey. Event Details: When: First Sunday of every month at 10 a.m. Where: Brothers Family Restaurant (Starting January 5, 2025) What: A casual brunch featuring great food, meaningful conversations, and camaraderie. Why Attend? • Celebrate your service and achievements. • Build a network of like-minded women who share your experiences. • Enjoy a delicious meal in a private room designed to foster connection. • Feel empowered, uplifted, and part of a strong, supportive community. Important Notes: • All attendees are responsible for their own food and drink.

CHARITY MAGIC SHOW & DINNER
2025-05-31 17:00 - 19:30 | American Legion Post 26, 505 W 2nd Ave, Mesa, 85210, United States
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
DINNER @ 5PMSHOW @ 6PM
ACT NOW!!!TICKETS SELL FAST!PRE-SALE TICKETS AVAILABLEENDS MAY 14TH
PERFORMANCE FOLLOWED BYMEET & GREET
American Legion post 26505 W. 2nd Ave.Mesa, Az 85210
PROCEEDS BENEFIT VETERAN’S CHILDREN FUNDS
Tickets are currently discounted until the 14th! So don’t wait!Tickets sold on EventBrite’s website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charity-magic-show-dinner-at-the-american-legion-post-26-tickets-1312924766319?aff=ebdsshios&fbclid=IwY2xjawKQ3BhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBUWliaTgxMnM1U3VPRVRHAR5dLFDzRtOcx-XVsp2V5G3ww2ako5FbKX_9v98mm5B_vLaT7sLVxHuq-m879w_aem_H1tIGltGN0Q1HoDftEp__w

FUNdraiser Night
2025-05-31 16:00 - 20:00 | Sultana Bar, 301 Historic Rte 66, Williams, AZ, 86046, United States
Come out and help us raise money for veterans in Arizona. All money raised goes to financially assist veterans and their families.

Shred Important Docs - Help raise money for service dogs
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Heather Guzman Country Financial, 9835 E Bell Rd. Ste 120, Scottsdale, 85260, United States
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

11th Annual 22 Too Many 5K Race
2025-05-31 06:30 - 15:00 | Arizona Falls, 5690 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, United States
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 of PTS. They provide resources, support and comfort to the grieving families left behind.

Their goal is to see 22 a day reduced to 0 through raising public awareness. You can also donate directly at https://22toomany.org/.

Their pictures on our backs – Their names in our hearts! – 22 Too Many Come meet Keri Jacobs from 22 Too Many. All ages and ability levels are welcome! We will be carrying photos of fallen soldiers in remembrance and posting them on social media for their families to see!

Early Registration is $30. ($35 after 4/1 and $40 after 5/19). All participants receive a custom finisher medal, lapel pin and special wristband. (Optionally add a 22 Too Many Tech Shirt for $15 more)

No packet pickup is necessary! Check is from 5:30 – 6:45 am on race day. The race is scheduled to start at 7:00 am, so please arrive early! The race is chip timed with age group awards in 14 categories and includes a free raffle drawing. Water, Gatorade and popsicles will be provided.

The course is located at AZ Falls, 5802 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 with overflow parking located at the Lutheran church, just North of the park off 56th Street.

Virtual option: If you can’t make the date, you may run/walk your race virtually on any day, time or course that you choose. Simply report your finishing time by email or post a photo in the event page. Share with us who you ran for!

Email Shawn@RunYourRaceAZ.com with question or concerns.

Friday Night Karaoke - American Legion Post 138
2025-05-30 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-05-23 19:00 - 22:00 | American Legion Post 138, 1264 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Friday Night Karaoke. Fun Time for All !!
Every Friday 7pm-10pm

Female Veteran Support Circle
2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Televeda – Virtual Platform, AZ, United States
Join us in a nurturing and empathetic environment designed specifically for veterans like you. Engage in meaningful discussions on topics that resonate with your experiences and connect with fellow veterans who comprehend the challenges you face.
Female Veteran Groups (2)

Azura Vets Weekly Spotlight Podcast
2025-05-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Defenders Den Wellness Lounge, 165 North Centennial Way #110, Mesa, 85201, United States
Weekly podcast with Nicole Pogue!
This is a weekly virtual event on YouTube!

Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce
2025-05-27 11:15 - 13:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 16405 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, 85254, United States
SWVCC 4th Tuesday Luncheon at Maggiano’s in Scottsdale

Memorial Day Event: Home of Record Project x Phoenix Symphony at Frasher's Smokehouse
2025-05-26 17:00 - 19:30 | FRASHER’S SMOKEHOUSE, 3222 E INDIAN SCHOOL RD, Phoenix, 85018, United States
PLEASE RSVP TO YP@PHOENIXSYMPHONY.ORG
MEMORIAL DAY BBQ PARTY JOIN US ON THIS SPECIAL DAY FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT ENJOYING GOOD COMPANY, BBQ, DRINKS, AND A SPECIAL BRASS QUINTET PERFORMANCE BY PHOENIX SYMPHONY MUSICIANS. $25 DONATION INCLUDES BBQ BUFFET. MONDAY, MAY 26TH 5PM – 7PM ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HOME OF RECORD PROJECT AND THE PHOENIX SYMPHONY
LOCATION: FRASHER’S SMOKEHOUSE 3222 E INDIAN SCHOOL RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85018

Memorial Day BBQ
2025-05-26 10:00 - 15:00 | VFW 1760, 65 South Macdonald, Mesa, 85210, United States
Memorial Day BBQ honoring our vets!

SAVCO 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony
2025-05-26 08:30 - 10:30 | Posse Ground Park, 525 Posse Ground Rd, Sedona, 86336, United States
Join us in honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
This year’s ceremony will feature Guest Speaker Navy Veteran & Sedona Fire Chief Mezulis, whose dedication to military and community service reflects the true spirit of Memorial Day.
Come together with fellow residents, veterans, families, and community leaders for a morning of remembrance, gratitude, and unity.
Location: Pavilion at the Posse Ground Park, Sedona AZ Time: Ceremony begins promptly at 8:30 AM
Presented by SAVCO – Sedona Area Veterans Community Outreach Let us never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
All are welcome. #MemorialDay #SAVCO #SedonaVeterans #HonorAndRemember #CommunityUnity

2nd Annual Dr. McCray Raffle Run
2025-05-26 08:00 - 13:00 | Vietnam Veterans Memorial Trailhead, 11022 W Jomax Rd, Peoria, AZ, 85383, United States
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.
$25.00 Event raises funds for local veterans mental health nonprofits

Memorial Day Service
2025-05-26 08:00 - 11:00 | National Veterans’ Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, 85024, United States
Registration Deadline – 24th of May 2025
NATIONAL MEMORIAL CEMETERY OF ARIZONA
Support Committee
This correspondence contains information on the Memorial Day Service to be held at the National Veterans’ Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, on 26 May 2025, at 8:00 AM. As in the past, we wish to have as many organizations as possible participate in the wreath ceremony.
We realize that many of you have more than one commitment on this day and have scheduled this program early in the day so that you could attend and still make your other commitments.
So as not to place extra work on the cemetery staff, we ask you to complete the form on the bottom of the attached page and return it to the committee by 24th of May 2025 if you wish to be included in the printed program : use email (lilsarge@mindspring.com) or mail (1832 East Weldon, Phoenix, AZ 85016). No fax is available
Should you have questions, feel free to call Sue Wudy, 602-525-6209. She has voice messaging when not home.
Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-9qUtfqnH_MxA0sR-J7NROQOQwz6A_sy/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawKY2pNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFFYXp2U3g0bHJld245WkZtAR53Ck62_ZhttlxrH16p0eL5HSWZZV5rpEQrACUG_xF078kLS2cZBU4cmWsamg_aem_5xguWwxbmCsvU-8PtVYgWw&tab=t.0

2025 Memorial Day Hike
2025-05-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Thunderbird Conservation Park, 22800 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85310, United States
Join us for our 5th annual Memorial Day hike, honoring our fallen brothers and sisters. Details coming down range soon, so stay frosty.

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Memorial Day Program - Phoenix VA Healthcare System
2025-05-26 08:00 - 09:00 | National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 2929 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, 85024, United States
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 of State and Marine Corps Veteran.
VSOs and other organizations interested in placing wreaths during the Memorial Day ceremony, should RSVP with Susan Wudy, 602-525-6209.

19th annual "Flags for Our Fallen" Memorial Day Rally
2025-05-26 06:00 - 10:00 | National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 2929 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, 85024, United States
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 our website event page here: https://ridersusa.net/event-6035304

The event is free but we are taking $10 donations for flag sponsorship’s. If you know a veteran that you would like to honor with a name ribbon attached to one of the flags, visit our website at https://ridersusa.net/page-59159 to make a donation in memory of a fallen vet.

We will be out on the corner of Cave Creek and Pinnacle Peak Roads the entire Memorial Day weekend and the 500 flags will be flying by Saturday afternoon and sponsored ribbons should all be up by Sunday afternoon. Stop by, say hello and sponsor a flag for a veteran.

Flag Display & Salute to arrivals: 6:00 AM. Motorcycles will park along the 500 plus flags lined on Cave Creek Road south of Pinnacle Peak Road and say “thank you” to those that are going into the cemetery for the service. The Arizona Central T-Buckets and Mopar Outlawz will be joining us and lining up their hot rods along Pinnacle Peak Road just east of Cave Creek Road. Southwest Industrial Rigging will again hang a 50 foot American flag from a crane over the corner.

As family members go into the cemetery, we salute them and let them know we honor those that gave their lives for our freedom and are never forgotten. Event Pins available for the first 300 bikes.PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT AND INVITE ALL YOUR FRIENDS. This a a family oriented event. Feel free to bring the kids. Restrooms and water will be available. RidersUSA will provide “thank you” signs for everyone to hold up.

Ride into the Cemetery: 7:45 AM Bikes that want to, will proceed inside and attend the Official Memorial Day Ceremony at 8:00 AM.

Black Rifle Coffee Merging Vets & Players The Home of Record Project and Youth For Troops Memorial Day Event
2025-05-26 05:30 - 11:30 | Merging Vets with Players, 5105 S Power Rd, Mesa, 85212, United States
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. https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/rMYjTZHJPD6O02rW58AH.

AWA Launch & Memorial Day Fundraiser
2025-05-24 12:00 - 16:00 | The Dark Side TFM, 805 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, 85281, United States
Healing Through Music and Community

Benefit Concert & Public Launch of Arizona Warriors Assembly

Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 12:00–4:00 PM

The Dark Side (formerly Tempe Farmers Market) | 805 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, AZ
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of live music, guest speakers, and healing arts in honor of Memorial Day and in celebration of the official launch of Arizona Warriors Assembly (AWA)—a new nonprofit dedicated to supporting the healing journeys of military veterans and first responders.

This free, community-centered event features performances by Jason Moon & Tim Sadow, Allen Wadlo Williams, Bright Side Blue, and others, alongside guest presenters, healing demonstrations, and testimony from those impacted by sacred Earth-based medicine and spiritual practices.

AWA’s mission is to provide a sacred, supportive space for veterans and first responders to heal and reconnect with their true essence through indigenous principles and holistic practices. Our vision is to build a heart-centered community where healing is collective, spiritual growth is shared, and those who have served are deeply cared for.

This event also announces two upcoming retreats:
• Seri New Year Retreat (Sonora, Mexico): June 24 – July 2, 2025
• Colombia Healing Retreat with Guru Ji: June 4 – 17, 2025

Admission is free — donations gratefully accepted.

Come be part of the movement. Heal. Celebrate. Support.

If you can’t make the event, a donation can be given at – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=HYU343DGTTNTL&fbclid=IwY2xjawKTgt5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxR0FIdEVrdlRQdGJaNkswAR7X2VUhN_cTn78R2gWS4PzKv_LaXW4fa1UM4u41rjEn9N8k-f6LQlDf4B0IRA_aem_DJ15_NpMk8SSI2mQ_P2XHA

Inaugural Ice Cream Social - Post 138
2025-05-24 12:00 - 16:00 | American Legion Post 138, 1264 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Fun with the whole family with games and raffles! $5 suggested donation
To benefit the Post 138 Annual Children Christmas Party

Biscuits and Gravy
2025-05-24 09:00 - 11:00 | VFW Post 1433, 7618 N 63rd Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85301, United States
Come hungry and bring a friend—start your morning with hot coffee and homemade biscuits and gravy. Open to all!

The Honor Project
2025-05-24 07:30 - 12:00 | National Memorial Cemetary of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85024, United States
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 country.

TMF will send registrants more details about this event, including arrival times, parking and other details, in May. We will have an opportunity to stay after the Honor Project to work alongside USAA to place flags at each gravesite.

Please register to let us know you are attending: https://donate.travismanion.org/…/the-honor…/e660621

5th Annual Memorial Poker Run
2025-05-24 07:00 - 12:00 | Local Legends, 7303 East Main Street, Mesa, 85207, United States
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 By Trolls Biker WorldQuestions Call Troll @ 360-451-1795

5th Annual Maricopa Memorial Day 5k
2025-05-24 06:30 - 12:00 | Copper Sky Multigenerational Center, 44345 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Maricopa, 85138, United States
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 custom finishers’ medals and an event tech shirt. In addition, an award ceremony to follow the event for 1st-3rd Overall Male/Female Winners, Male/Female age group winners, and Top Co-Ed Teams will be held.
https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Maricopa/MaricopaMemorialDay5K

Daisy Mountain Veterans - Gut Check Flag 5k/10k Trail Run/Ruck
2025-05-24 06:00 - 11:30 | Black Canyon National Recreation Trail, Black Canyon City Trailhead, 35490 Warner Rd, Black Canyon City, AZ, 85324, United States
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 to get as many people as possible to carry an American flag during the event, high and proud, either individually or with a team.– There are two different distance options to choose from, either the 5k or the 10k.– You can run/hike the 5k or 10k, with a 35lb rucksack or without.– Both courses are an out and back on the very scenic Black Canyon Trails.– This is a cupless event to prevent extra waste. STRONGLY RECOMMEND bringing either a handheld water bottle or a Camelbak bladder.– It could be hot so please dress accordingly.

Event Details:
– Event Check-in – 0600-0640 hours– Event Race Briefing – 0645 hours– Event Start – 0700 hours promptly

All donations and a portion of the proceeds will go to the local Anthem – Daisy Mountain Veterans. They are a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, established in 2012, comprised of former service members, active duty military, families of above, or anyone whose interest is the well-being of Veterans and their families. Their mission is to honor, support, and thank all who have served and who are currently serving in our Military. Their organization has a history of serving communities, promoting Americanism, family values, youth programs, freedom, and liberty. The members celebrate the achievements and sacrifices of members of our Armed Forces with whom they, as Veterans, share
common experiences.

Get out there, fly your flags and most importantly, let’s honor those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We look forward to seeing you on the trail Memorial Day Weekend.

The Sandbox
2025-05-22 18:30 - 22:00 | Marley Park Heritage Clubs, 15210 W Sweetwater Ave, Surprise, 85379, United States
🎙️ ANNOUNCEMENT: The Sandbox is Here 🇺🇸 Join us for the first-ever Sandbox Networking Event — a new monthly gathering led by veterans, police, firefighters & first responders.
This is where camaraderie, purpose, and community come back to life. 🗓️ Wednesday, May 22 📍 Marley Park Community Center 🕕 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟️ Free & open to veterans, first responders, and civic allies This month’s spotlight: 🎙️ Live Podcast Guest: USMC Veteran Joseph Warhol 🎗️ Nonprofit Highlight: The Home of Record Project — supporting veterans with housing, healing, and hope. ✅ Real Connection. Shared Purpose.
Great Mission. We’re picking up where the VFW left off — with the heart of the Lions Club and the mission that never ends. 📲 RSVP now. Show up. Dig in. https://eventhi.io/events/the-sandbox-11879
