The B.R. Ryall YMCA in Glen Ellyn will welcome the community for a Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 9 a.m..

The observance will take place by the flagpole at the YMCA, located at 49 Deicke Drive in Glen Ellyn.

Neighbors are invited to gather in recognition of the veterans whose military service represents dedication, commitment and sacrifice.

The program will include remarks by B.R. Ryall YMCA CEO Rob Wilkinson and a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance led by students from Bright Beginnings Preschool.

Those attending can enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts as part of the morning gathering.

The participation of local preschool students brings together generations in a simple but meaningful expression of respect for those who served.

For community members planning to mark Veterans Day before work or other activities, the early-morning start offers an opportunity to pause, reflect and connect with neighbors.

Veterans Day is observed nationally on November 11, honoring all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

At the Glen Ellyn YMCA, that recognition becomes a community moment, with families, veterans and neighbors invited to stand together.

Whether a veteran is part of your own family or you simply want to show appreciation, the ceremony is an opportunity to make gratitude visible.

The celebration begins at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11 at the B.R. Ryall YMCA.

Attendees may wish to dress for an outdoor flagpole observance in November.

The morning is a chance to offer a sincere thank you for your service and share the meaning of Veterans Day with the next generation.