Organizers were prepping for the 105th Central Valley Veterans Day Parade on Sunday.
Parade coordinator Paul Haros said he’s excited and energized after working for roughly ten months on planning for the parade on Monday.
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“We want to honor our veterans, and we do it by hosting this extraordinary parade,” said Haros.
The parade honors all six military branches but this year, Haros says they will highlight a U.S. Navy Captain.
“His name is Captain Adan Covarrubias, and naval aviator, retired, and will be having him out there,” said Haros.
The parade starts at 11 a.m. at Fresno City Hall and ends at Chukchansi Park. The parade is expected to last about two hours.
Organizers said roughly 20,000 people are expected to line the streets in Downtown Fresno. With more than 114 participants expected to walk and show support in the parade. Organizers said downtown roads are expected to be closed by 6 a.m. on Monday morning.