# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 11 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm – Tue, 11 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: As America approaches its 250th birthday, Ephrata will honor the millions who have defended our freedom with the annual Veterans Day Luminary Trail on Monday, November 11, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Winters Leadership Memorial along the Winters Memorial Trail.

This year marks a special milestone as Wreaths Across America joins the ceremony for the first time, offering attendees a new way to honor veterans throughout the holiday season.

Over 500 luminaries will illuminate the Veterans Plaza and Winters Memorial Trail, honoring the more than 41 million Americans who have served in the U.S. Military. Since 2014, this moving tribute has become one of Ephrata's most cherished community events.
"As we commemorate 250 years of American freedom, there's no better time to honor those who have protected it," said Joy Ashley, Executive Director of Mainspring of Ephrata.

The tribute begins at sunset and is free and open to all, inviting visitors to walk through the illuminated trail in remembrance and gratitude.

Event Highlights

The event features several meaningful additions to enhance the experience:
• Hogs & Heroes Foundation PA2 Chapter presenting a patriotic
   flag line
• Patriotic music provided by Roger Fitzwater and Woodcrest
   Audio
• Fulton Elementary School students placing mini flags along the
   trail
• Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company displaying a large American Flag
   via ladder truck
• Local Boy Scouts assisting with luminary placement
• Refreshments available from Griddle & Grind Cafe & Creperie

To sponsor a luminary, you can donate at the event, visit the Mainspring of Ephrata office (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), or donate online:
https://form.jotform.com/MainspringofEphrata/veterans-plaza-donation

Want to honor a veteran in a lasting way? Order a personalized Veterans brick to be placed at the Winters Leadership Memorial Plaza, email lisa@mainspringofephrata.org for an order form or online at:
https://form.jotform.com/223063586153051
All bricks placed at the memorial automatically receive a luminary bag every year!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ephrata/veterans-day-luminary-trail-2025/200027808791630
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, veterans-day, nonprofit, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 131

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ephrata
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Winters Leadership Memorial
- **lat**: 40.17659
- **long**: -76.18092
- **full address**: Winters Leadership Memorial, 229 Railroad Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-2327, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025 being held?
  - **A:** Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025 takes place on Tue, 11 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Tue, 11 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm at Winters Leadership Memorial, 229 Railroad Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522-2327, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025?
  - **A:** Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025 is organized by Mainspring of Ephrata.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Veterans Day Luminary Trail 2025 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ephrata, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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