Commemorating Veterans Day 2022 in and around Asheville

From family events to equine therapy, here’s how to honor Veterans locally.

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A Veteran connects with a horse at Heart of Horse Sense.

Photo via Heart of Horse Sense

Veterans Day takes place Friday, Nov. 11, and we’re highlighting a a few area events to commemorate the brave people who have fought to protect our country.

  • The third annual Honor a Veteran event will be hosted by nonprofit Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry on Friday, Nov. 11 from 12-1 p.m. at four locations across Buncombe, Henderson, Haywood + Transylvania counties. The events will include a free catered lunch and a short recognition ceremony at each location.
  • Marshall-based nonprofit Heart of Horse Sense , will hold its Mane Event on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The event will include hands-on demonstrations, meet and greet with horses, children’s activities, and food. Learn more about the organization’s trauma-informed equine therapy services.
  • Enjoy free entry to any National Park Service site on Veterans Day, courtesy of The National Park Service.
  • The second annual car show at Equinox Ranch takes place Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Folks can enjoy a variety of classic rides and community along the facility’s riverfront property in nearby Cullowhee.
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Born and bred in Western North Carolina, Brook is based in Asheville, NC and has written for publications including Thrillist, Vice, the Guardian, and Salon. Prior to joining 6AM City in 2019, she worked as the assistant editor of WNC magazine. She enjoys cooking, reading, and exploring the city with her family.