As Veterans Day approaches, residents across Massachusetts are preparing to celebrate servicemembers with parades, remembrances, deals and more.

The holiday, originally known as Armistice Day marking the end of World War I before its name was changed in 1954, will honor all those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on Tuesday this year.

Though Boston hosted its annual parade on Saturday, towns including Lexington, Westfield, Fall River, Quincy, Natick, Fairhaven and more will host local parades on the holiday itself.

In Boston, Gov. Maura Healey, Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago and administration officials will join veterans from across the Commonwealth in the Great Hall of the State House at 11 a.m. for an annual ceremony. Past ceremonies have included presentation of awa

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