Veterans Day 2026 in Alamogordo: Free Meal and More
Published 20 October 2026
Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, 2026, and D.H. Lescombes Winery and Bistro in Alamogordo is offering a free meal to U.S. veterans and active duty military that day, with reservations recommended. Alamogordo Public Schools are closed for the holiday. It is also a good week to connect with local veterans groups, several of which meet in November and welcome veterans.
Alamogordo is a military town through and through, and with Holloman right next door, a lot of our neighbors have served. Here is a simple guide to saying thank you and getting connected.
Where can veterans get a free meal in Alamogordo on Veterans Day?
D.H. Lescombes Winery and Bistro posted its Veterans Eat Free page for Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at all its locations, including Alamogordo.
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Where | D.H. Lescombes Winery and Bistro, 261 Panorama Blvd., Alamogordo |
| When | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (bistro hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays) |
| Who | U.S. veterans and active duty military |
| What | One free meal from a set menu |
| Menu choices in Alamogordo | Isabelle's Chicken Salad, New Mexico Cheesesteak, Pasta New Mexico, Southwest Meatloaf or Beef Bourguignon |
| Reservations | Recommended, (575) 616-5595 |
Bring proof of service. The restaurant accepts a Uniformed Services ID or retired ID card, a current Leave and Earnings Statement, a DD214, a veteran organization card, or wearing your uniform.
Are Alamogordo schools closed on Veterans Day?
Yes. The Alamogordo Public Schools 2026-2027 calendar lists Wednesday, November 11, as a Veterans Day holiday with no school. My post on Alamogordo school days off in November and December has the rest of the dates, including Thanksgiving and winter break.
What local veterans groups can I connect with?
KZZX Your Country 105.3 lists several veterans groups in its public service announcements. Here are their next meetings.
| Group | Next meeting | Where | Who can come |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Otero County Veteran Leadership Council | Wednesday, November 4, 10 to 11 a.m. (first Wednesday monthly) | Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce Center | All veterans |
| Marine Corps League Detachment 850 | Saturday, November 14, 1 p.m. (second Saturday monthly) | Elks Lodge | Open to everyone |
| American Legion Post 34 | See nmlegion34.org | Alamogordo | Veterans seeking help or membership |
If you just PCSed here or recently left the service, groups like these are a great way to meet people who understand military life.
How can I honor a veteran this Veterans Day?
A few simple ideas:
- Retire a worn flag. The Holloman Air Force Base Honor Guard helps retire old, worn U.S. flags. KZZX says you can drop them at First National Bank, 414 E. First Street, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. My post on how to retire a worn American flag in Alamogordo has the details.
- Visit the Space Museum. In 2025, the New Mexico Museum of Space History offered free admission to New Mexico veterans and active duty service members the day after Veterans Day. It had not posted 2026 plans when I checked, so call (575) 437-2840 to ask.
- Say thank you. A handwritten note to a neighbor who served goes a long way.
What does Veterans Day mean in a military town like Alamogordo?
Holloman Air Force Base shapes so much of life here, from the neighbors on your street to the jets you hear overhead. Veterans Day is a reminder of how many military families and veterans call Alamogordo home. If you are relocating with the military, my Holloman AFB relocation guide is a good place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is Veterans Day 2026?
Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Alamogordo Public Schools are closed that day.
Where can veterans eat free in Alamogordo on Veterans Day 2026?
D.H. Lescombes Winery and Bistro at 261 Panorama Blvd. is offering a free meal to veterans and active duty military on November 11. Reservations are recommended at (575) 616-5595.
What proof of service does Lescombes accept?
It accepts a Uniformed Services or retired ID card, a current LES, a DD214, a veteran organization card, or wearing your uniform. Bring one with you.
Is there school in Alamogordo on Veterans Day?
No. The Alamogordo Public Schools calendar lists November 11, 2026, as a Veterans Day holiday.
How can I retire a worn American flag in Alamogordo?
The Holloman AFB Honor Guard helps retire worn flags. Drop them at First National Bank, 414 E. First Street, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Details come from D.H. Lescombes Winery and Bistro's Veterans Eat Free and Alamogordo location pages, the Alamogordo Public Schools 2026-2027 calendar, KZZX Your Country 105.3 public service announcements, and the New Mexico Museum of Space History's 2025 event page, all checked on 20 October 2026.