The VA Lebanon Healthcare System is hosting Vet Fest, a free, family-friendly outreach celebration designed to bring local veterans, their families, and caregivers together while connecting them with essential benefits and support programs.
The event serves as the healthcare system’s largest outreach event of the year, blending a community festival atmosphere with comprehensive on-site veteran support.
Event Details: When & Where
Date: Saturday, August 8
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Lebanon VA Medical Center Campus
1700 South Lincoln Avenue, Lebanon, PA 17042
Admission: Free and open to veterans, military families, and the general public.
On-site representatives and enrollment staff will be available throughout the day to guide veterans through available healthcare options, benefits applications, and administrative support. Key services offered include:
VA Healthcare Enrollment: Direct assistance with eligibility screening and signing up for VA healthcare services.
PACT Act & Claims Assistance: Guidance from Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) representatives regarding disability claims and toxic exposure screenings.
National Cemetery Association: Information on memorial benefits and pre-need eligibility.
Mental Health & Wellness: Resources for mental health support, housing assistance, and caregiver programs.
Facility Tours: Guided tours of the main Lebanon VA campus.
In addition to resource desks and assistance tables, Vet Fest features entertainment and activities for all ages:
Car Show: Displaying over 150 vehicles, ranging from classic cars and hot rods to tractors and race cars.
Military & Equipment Displays: Interactive equipment exhibits, including military helicopter displays.
Live Music & Food: Live entertainment accompanied by food trucks and local vendors.
Kidz Korner: Children’s activities, including face painting, games, and a rock-climbing wall.
Community & Business Expo: Booths highlighting local veteran-owned businesses, community partners, and volunteer opportunities.
The initiative is part of a broader effort across Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN 4) to bring care directly to veterans in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.
“Vet Fest was created as a way to bring Veterans and their families together in a fun, welcoming environment while also ensuring they’re aware of the many services available to them,” said Jeffrey Beiler II, Medical Center Director at Lebanon VA.
For additional information or inquiries regarding enrollment and services, veterans and families can contact the Lebanon VA Medical Center directly at 717-272-6621 or visit va.gov/lebanon-health-care.
