Military and Veterans Day at The New Mexico Legislature

Military and Veterans Day At The Legislature

“Celebrating Our History, Building Our Future”

New Mexico will proudly honor its military Veterans, National Guard members, reservists, and active-duty service members during the 2026 Military and Veterans Day at the Legislature on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the New Mexico State Capitol, 490 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501. Information tables will open at 8:00 a.m. in the East and West exhibition halls, followed by a formal ceremony at 12:00 p.m. in the Capitol Rotunda, bringing together service members, Veterans, families, and state leaders to recognize military service.

Presented by the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) in partnership with the New Mexico National Guard (NMNG), this annual event reflects New Mexico’s strong commitment to honoring those who have served and supporting the military and Veteran community across the state.

The day will offer opportunities to meet with legislators and engage in conversations about supporting Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Attendees can also connect with service organizations dedicated to improving the lives of past and present service members across the state.

“Celebrating Our History, Building Our Future” is this year’s theme and carries special significance. Following the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps in 2025, and as our nation and New Mexico now mark 250 years of history, we recognize the men and women whose courage, commitment, and sacrifice built and defended both New Mexico and the United States.

Veterans, service members, families, and the public are invited to attend. Military and Veterans Day at the

Legislature honors service, connects attendees with resources, and reaffirms New Mexico’s commitment to those who have defended our freedoms while strengthening the future of our military and Veteran community.

Media and event inquiries contact public relations coordinator Sam Newton at: DVS.PIO@dvs.nm.gov