Veterans Day is coming up this Friday, Nov. 11th and below you’ll find 30+ opportunities for veterans and their families to celebrate this year.
This list includes free meals, food deals, entertainment and travel discounts, retail reductions, and service deals for all Veterans to enjoy as a thank you for their service.
Free Meals for Veterans
There are so many restaurants participating in Veterans Day this year and offering free meals for veterans.
7-Eleven
Veterans can get a free Quart-Pound Big Bite 100% all-beef hot dog on Nov. 11 both in store and via delivery through the 7NOW app.
Applebee’s
Active duty military, veterans, reserves and members of the National Guard will get a free meal when order from a special menu on Nov. 11. They will also receive a $5 Bounce Back Card that can be redeemable for dine-in, to-go, or delivery orders.
Bar Louie
Active military and veterans can head to Bar Louie on Veterans Day for a free Bar Louie Craft Burger. Choose from several options like That’s My Jam Burger, Bourbon BBQ Burger and GastroBuger.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., get a free All American Burger and a side of chips.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Veterans will get 20% off their meals when they choose to dine-in at Bubba Gump on Nov. 13. (Note, this is a Veterans Day deal that doesn’t land on the actual federal holiday.) Unfortunately, this discount does not apply on alcoholic beverage purchases.
California Pizza Kitchen
If you’re sitting down for a meal at CPK, order a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage and one entree from a special menu.
Carrabbas’s Italian Grill
Veterans and active-duty military can get a free dine-in appetizer or dessert, paired with a soft beverage at all restaurants. Carrabba’s also has a 10% year-long discount, too. If you’re a fan of leftovers, opt for the $10 Take Home Meal; order a dine-in entree and take home a full meal that includes soup or salad all for just $10.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Get a free Pulled Pork Sandwich using the code VETFREE. The discount can be applied for both in-store and online purchases.
Fazoli’s
From Nov. 10 to 11th, Fazoli’s will offer active-duty military and veterans a free regular spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara sauce.
Fire Department Coffee
Active military, veterans. first responders and emergency dispatchers get a 15% discount for life at Fire Department Coffee.
Friendly’s
On Monday, Nov. 15 from 5 p.m. to closing, all active-duty military and veterans will receive a free Thank You dinner (includes buffet and a beverage). This deal cannot be applied to spouses or family members.
Golden Corral
On Monday, Nov. 15 from 5 p.m. to closing, all active-duty military and veterans will receive a free Thank You dinner (includes buffet and a beverage). This deal cannot be applied to spouses or family members.
Greene Turtle
Nov. 11, active and retired members of the military will receive 15% off their dine-in meals (excluding alcohol).
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream
Veteran or active-duty military can enjoy a complimentary Little Joe pizza of their choice for dine in or for carryout at participating Happy Joe’s locations. Try your luck and share your military hero’s story on the Happy Joe’s Facebook page for a chance to win free pizza for a year.
Kona Grill
Active-duty military and veterans can receive 50% off the entire Kona Grill menu between Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13.
Logan’s Roadhouse
On November 11, Logan’s Roadhouse is inviting all active duty and retired U.S. military personnel to enjoy a free meal between 3–6 p.m. from the American Roadhouse menu at participating Logan’s Roadhouse restaurants nationwide.
Macaroni Grill
Veterans, active-duty military and reserves can get a free order of Macaroni Grill’s famous Mom’s Ricotta meatballs and Spaghetti when dining-in.
Metro Diner
Year-round, active and retired military receive 10% off at Metro Diner. But for Veterans Day this year, they can receive 50% off their meals.
Miller’s Ale House
With proof of service, Miller’s Ale House will offer 50 percent off entrées of choice on Veterans Day.
Mr Brews Taphouse
10% of your meal at Mr Brews Taphouse will be donated to Folds of Honor, a non-profit organization that provides scholarships to family members of fallen or disabled military. Donation period sales will apply to orders made between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom
Get a free appetizer at Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom on Veterans Day.
Orange Leaf
Active-duty and retired military members can get $2 off any item when ordering at a participating Orange Leaf location.
Pie Five Pizza
Any in-store orders by active and retired military veterans will earn a free personal pizza upon presenting valid military/veteran ID at the register.
PJ’s Coffee
Active-duty military and veterans get a free 12-ounce hot coffee or cold brew at PJ’s on Veterans Day.
Red Mango
Get $2 off any item at Red Mango on Friday, Nov. 11.
Red Lobster
Participating Red Lobster locations will offer active and retired military a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, fries and coleslaw between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Vetrans day this year. Walt’s Favorite Shrimp features six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, that is served with cocktail sauce.
Red Robin
Come hungry to Red Robin. Veterans and active-duty members will receive a free Red’s Tavern Double® burger served with Bottomless Steak Fries® at participating restaurants nationwide.
Schlotzsky’s
Choose from these two Veterans Day deals at Schlotzsky’s this year: free chips and a drink and limited edition military themed e-gift card.
Starbucks
Caffeinate yourself at Starbucks for free this year on Veterans Day. Veterans and active-duty military service members (plus spouses) can get a free tall hot brewed coffee or iced coffee.
STK Steakhouse
Throughout Veterans Day weekend, active-duty military and veterans will receive 50% off the menu at STK Steakhouse when dining-in.
Taco John’s
Use the code VETERAN22 on the Taco John’s app to receive a free small beef combo, which features two crispy beef tacos. Customers must show QR code to redeem the deal in restaurant.
Walk-On’s
Walk-On’s is offering a free scholarship burger and fries for dine-in guests who are active-duty military or veterans.
Wendy’s
Visit a Wendy’s to get a free breakfast combo on Veterans Day. Customers must order between 6:30 to 10;30 a.m. and show valid military ID or a Veterans Advantage card to snag this deal and.
White Castle
Get a free Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal for all veterans and active-duty service members who dine at a participating White Castle restaurant on Friday, Nov. 11. Plus, sliders will be served in limited-edition patriotic packaging: a box that features red and white stripes beneath the classic White Castle logo.
Veterans Day Military Discounts
Academy Sports + Outdoors
From October 23 until November 13, members of the military and first responders receive 10% off in-store and online purchases at Academy Sports + Outdoors.
Carhartt
Maker of iconic men and women’s work gear, Carhartt offers all verified members of the military a 25% discount on apparel and accessories, on Veterans Day and year-round.
Champion
Saluting members of the military, Champion offers a discount in thanks for your service. Get 10% off your online purchase on Veterans Day and year-round.
Cole Haan
Saluting U.S. military members including active-duty, reserves, Guard, retirees and veterans, Cole Haan offers an exclusive 20% discount for online purchases on Veterans Day and year-round.
Dickies
Famous for its durable workwear, Dickies offers a 10% military discount on Veterans Day, as well as year-round.
Eastbay
Athletic footwear, sports equipment and apparel retailer Eastbay is offering a 10% discount to all active and retired U.S. military personnel, on Veterans Day (and year-round).
Foot Locker
To active duty, reserve and retired military members, on Veterans Day (and year-round), Footlocker offers a 10% discount.
HYLETE
Veterans, reservists and active members of the U.S. armed forces can get 30% off their purchase of affordable athletic wear at HYLETE on Veterans Day and (year-round).
Lululemon
Active-duty members of the military, (and their spouses) and active emergency first responders receive a 15% in-store and online discount at Lululemon.
Michael’s
Military members and veterans can enjoy 15% off their purchases at Michaels on Veterans Day (and year-round).
The North Face
In appreciation for their service, The North Face proudly offers a 10% discount to all active, reservists, veteran and retired U.S. military personnel and to spouses and dependents of active personnel.
Samsung
Veterans, active military members, and their families can receive as much as 30% discount when they sign up for Samsung’s Military Discount Program. You can save money on phones, tablets, smartwatches and more when shopping on Samsung.com.
Under Armour
Veterans can count on Under Armour® to provide a 20% discount on purchases made by active-duty service members, retirees, veterans, military spouses and military family members.
Vera Bradley
To honor military personnel, Vera Bradley proudly offers a special 15% discount on online purchases on Veterans Day (and year-round).
Goodyear
To celebrate Veteran’s Day this year, all active, former and retired military members and first responders can take advantage of Goodyear’s free inspections on tires, brakes and batteries. Not to mention they can also get an extra 10% off tires and services. Eligible guests can resent a valid ID and schedule appointments between November 10 and 14, with services being redeem until November 17.
Entertainment & Travel Discounts for Veterans
This list includes places that offer free admission for veterans on Veterans Day, along with some other places that are offering Veterans Day discounts.
- 9/11 Memorial and Museum: Paying tribute to our country’s veterans during their annual Salute to Service, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is offering FREE admission to veterans. This offer is good from Saturday, Nov. 9 through Saturday Nov. 13.
- Aquarium of the Pacific: On Wednesday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific is offering FREE admission for veterans and military personnel from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: On Veterans Day from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. veterans, including their immediate family, can enjoy half priced admission at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
- Mount Vernon: In honor of our nation’s veterans, Mount Vernon offers FREE admission to all active duty, former or retired military personnel on Nov. 11, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for a special event showing.
- Nashville Zoo: The Nashville Zoo invites active military personnel, military veterans and their immediate families to receive FREE admission for its Military Appreciation Day on Sunday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
- National WWI Museum and Memorial: Admission to the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, MO is FREE for veterans and active-duty military personnel, Saturday, November 11 through Sunday, November 13.
- World of Coca-Cola: From November 4 through November 13, members of the Armed Forces receive a 50% discount on up to four general admission tickets when purchasing using the code VETS2022.
Service Deals for Veterans
Grace for Vets
Honoring current members of the military as well as those who have served, Grace for Vets thanks you with a FREE car wash each year on Nov. 11.
Great Clips
During their annual promotion, Veterans and active military members can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 and receive either a FREE haircut that day or a FREE haircut card to use at a later date.
I think it is important to teach our children to honor the men and women who sacrifice their lives daily so we can live ours!
To help you with this I have gathered what I consider to be some of the greatest FREE Veteran’s Day Activities for Kids available.
For the most up-to-date list of Veterans Day specials, timings and locations, as well as more info on which entities require proof of service.
Thanks to Retailmeknot.com for helping compile this list.
