Douglas County Announces Veterans Day Closures, Community Events for November 11
Douglas County government offices will close November 11 for Veterans Day, while parks, museums and recreational facilities remain open. The 71st Annual Veterans Day Parade and other community events are also scheduled throughout the county.
ROSEBURG, Ore. - Douglas County government offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day, while several county-operated facilities and recreational areas will remain open to the public.
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners announced the holiday schedule Thursday, November 5, along with information about Veterans Day events taking place throughout the county.
County Office Closures
The following Douglas County facilities will be closed to the public on Veterans Day:
- Douglas County Courthouse
- Douglas County Justice Building
- Douglas County Courthouse Annex
- Douglas County Fairgrounds
- Douglas County Landfill and Transfer Sites
- All external Douglas County government offices
County officials said that although government offices will be closed, some employees and officials will continue working on county projects and providing essential services.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office lobby will also be closed, but deputies, 911 dispatchers and other emergency personnel will remain on duty.
Residents experiencing an emergency should call 911. For non-emergency assistance, the Sheriff's Office dispatch center can be reached at 541-440-4471.
Parks, Museums and Recreational Facilities Remain Open
Several county-operated attractions and recreational facilities will remain accessible during the holiday.
The Douglas County Museum of History and Natural History in Roseburg and the Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum in Winchester Bay will both be open during their regular business hours.
County parks, campgrounds and boat ramps will also remain open.
At Salmon Harbor Marina in Winchester Bay, docks, boat ramps and camping areas will remain accessible, along with the Winchester Bay RV Resort.
Residents looking for campground reservations or additional information can contact Douglas County Parks at 541-957-7001 or Salmon Harbor Marina at 541-271-3407.
Veterans Day Parade Returns to Downtown Roseburg
One of the county's largest Veterans Day traditions will return to downtown Roseburg on Wednesday, November 11.
The 71st Annual Douglas County Veterans Day Parade is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m., continuing a tradition that dates back to 1955.
This year's parade theme is "Honoring America's 250th Anniversary – 1776-2026," recognizing the nation's upcoming semiquincentennial celebrations.
The parade will follow its traditional route, beginning at the intersection of NE Jackson Street and NE Diamond Lake Boulevard.
Participants will travel south along Jackson Street, turn left onto SE Lane Street, then left onto SE Main Street before concluding near the Douglas County Courthouse on SE Douglas Avenue.
County officials are encouraging spectators to gather along the entire parade route to recognize the participating veterans.
Additional parade information is available through the Douglas County Veterans Day Parade Committee.
Additional Veterans Day Events
Other communities and organizations throughout Douglas County are planning events to recognize military veterans.
Canyonville Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony
The City of Canyonville will hold its annual Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 11, at the Veterans Memorial in front of Canyonville City Hall, located at 250 N. Main Street.
The approximately 30-minute ceremony will include guest speakers, musical tributes and a community flyover, weather permitting. Light refreshments will be served afterward.
UCC Veterans Day Concert
Umpqua Community College will host a Veterans Day concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 11, in Jacoby Auditorium.
The concert will feature the UCC Symphonic Band, directed by Jeff Soffer, and the Roseburg Concert Chorale, directed by Dr. Jason Heald.
The program will include patriotic music and traditional selections performed by both groups.
County Participates in Operation Green Light
Douglas County commissioners have also proclaimed November 2026 as Veterans and Military Families Month.
As part of the observance, the county is participating in Operation Green Light, a nationwide initiative intended to recognize veterans and their families.
Throughout November, the front of the Douglas County Courthouse will be illuminated with green lights.
County officials are encouraging residents to participate by displaying a green light on their porch or exterior light fixtures during the month.
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11, marking the anniversary of the armistice that ended fighting in World War I in 1918. Originally recognized in the United States as Armistice Day, the holiday was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to honor American military veterans.
Residents planning to visit county offices or use county services next week are encouraged to account for the Wednesday holiday closure.
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