Restaurants, businesses, and attractions are extending their thanks to veterans and military personnel by offering freebies and discounts on Veterans Day and throughout the weekend of Nov. 11-12, with some savings lasting even longer.
Get details and links to some of the offerings below; more discounts will be added in advance of the holiday. (**-New deal published Nov. 7; *-New deal published Oct. 30.)
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Food and Dining
**Applebee’s Grill and Bar: All veterans and active duty servicemembers receive a free entrée from a special menu Nov. 11 at select locations.
**bb.q Chicken: Veterans and active duty servicemembers (with valid ID) receive 25% off all day Nov. 11, in-store only, at participating locations. The restaurant will donate a portion of the proceeds from sales on Veterans Day to Honor Flight Network.
**BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: Servicemembers and veterans receive a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie® with a minimum purchase of $11.95 on Nov. 11 during a dine-in visit. In addition, they can receive a free appetizer coupon on their next visit ($14.95 purchase required) valid Nov. 12-Dec. 31 for dine-in and takeout.
*Bob Evans Restaurants: Veterans and active duty military personnel can receive a free meal on Veterans Day. Guests who dine in at their local Bob Evans Restaurant on Nov. 11 can choose from one of 10 farm-fresh breakfast items from a special menu available all day. Proof of service is required.
*Bombshells Restaurant & Bar (Texas): Veterans get a free entrée Nov. 11, and other items will be discounted 20%. In addition, families accompanying veterans will receive a 20% discount on entrees and other items. Alcoholic beverages are excluded.
*California Dreaming: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get 50% off any entrée Nov. 11 at locations in Augusta, Ga.; Charleston, S.C.; Columbia, S.C.; Greenville, S.C.; Spanish Fort, Ala.; and Surfside Beach, S.C.
[MORE DISCOUNTS: Military.com]
**California Pizza Kitchen: All veterans and active duty servicemembers receive a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage and a choice of one entrée from a prix-fixe menu on Veterans Day.
*Chili’s: Veterans and active duty servicemembers receive a free meal from a select menu Nov. 11 at participating Chili’s Grill and Bar restaurants.
*Cicis Pizza: All veterans and active duty military personnel get a free buffet Nov. 11. The offer is valid for dine-in only, and it does not include taxes or drink.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store: Cracker Barrel is offering multiple deals for U.S. veterans, active duty military and supporting guests, including: On Saturday, Nov. 11, U.S. military veterans can receive a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola® Cake with in-store purchase. From Oct. 27-Nov. 13, Cracker Barrel invites guests to show their support for our U.S. armed forces during Military Family Appreciation Month by offering 25% off U.S. military-themed products in stores and online.
**Denny’s: Veterans and military personnel receive a free Original Grand Slam® on Friday, Nov. 10 from 5 a.m. to noon.
Golden Corral: Servicemembers (active duty, Guard and Reserve) and veterans get a free dine-in meal Monday, Nov. 13, from 5 p.m. to close.
**Hamburger Stand: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free hamburger, regular fries, and small Pepsi when they present their military identification or wear their military uniform to any participating location Nov. 11.
Hard Rock Café: Selected North American cafes will be offering a complimentary Legendary® Burger to all active duty and retired military members Nov. 11. This offer is also redeemable with Hard Rock Cafe’s 15% military discount.
**IHOP: All veterans and active duty servicemembers get free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancakes on Nov. 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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**Max & Erma’s: Veterans and servicemembers get a free Best Cheeseburger in America with endless seasoned fries, a fountain drink, and a chocolate chip cookie Nov. 11.
**McCormick & Schmick’s: Veterans, Gold Star Spouses, and Gold Star Parents can receive a half-priced entrée from a special menu Sunday, Nov. 12 at participating restaurants. The offer is for dine-in only.
**Menchie’s: On Nov. 11, all veterans and active duty military will receive their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt free.
Mission BBQ: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free sandwich Nov. 11.
*New York Prime: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get 50% off any entrée Nov. 11 at locations in Atlanta, Boca Raton, Fla., and Myrtle Beach, S.C.
**O’Charley’s: On Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, veterans can order a free entrée from a select menu and/or receive a free slice of pie at dinner. Both offers are for dine-in only.
Pilot, Flying J, and One9 Fuel Network Travel Centers: From Nov. 10-12, servicemembers and their families verified through ID.me in the myRewards Plus app will receive a free meal credit, valued up to $12. The offer can be redeemed through the myRewards Plus app at participating Pilot, Flying J, and One9 Fuel Network travel centers on a wide variety of food and beverage options, including hot and cold deli items, name-brand snacks, fountain drinks, Pilot coffee, and meals at participating on-site restaurants. The $12 Veterans Day meal credit will be a rolling balance, allowing guests to use any remaining balance the next time they stop over Veterans Day weekend during the offer period.
*Red Robin: All veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free Red's Tavern Double Burger with free refills of Bottomless Steak Fries® when they dine in Nov. 11.
[MORE DISCOUNTS: Military Times]
*Shoney’s: Veterans and servicemembers can enjoy a free all-you-care-to-eat, freshly prepared breakfast bar Nov. 11, from open to 11 a.m. local time.
*Starbucks: Veterans, active duty servicemembers, and military spouses can get a free tall (12-ounce) hot or iced brewed coffee on Veterans Day. The offer is limited to one per customer and must be ordered in store or by drive-though, not through the Starbucks app. Cold brew is not included.
White Castle: The chain is offering a free individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal to all veterans and active duty servicemembers who dine at a participating White Castle restaurant. The special offer is valid Saturday, Nov. 11.
**Wienerschnitzel: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free chili Dog, small fries, and a small Pepsi when they present their military identification or wear their uniform to any participating location Nov. 11.
**WOB Bar & Kitchen: From Thursday, Nov. 9, to Sunday, Nov. 12, veterans and servicemembers will receive an order of Crispy Chicken Sliders for free at participating locations across the country. This offer can be redeemed by presenting a military ID, VA card, or proof of service and is eligible to be redeemed once per day. In addition, WOB is furthering their gratitude by serving pup cups to retired and current service animals.
Shopping, Products, and Services
Academy Sports: Servicemembers and first responders get 10% off in store and online Oct. 22-Nov. 12.
**Duane Reade: Veterans and servicemembers and their families will receive 20% off regular-price-eligible store items Nov. 10-13.
**Great Clips: Veterans and active duty servicemembers can visit a salon Nov. 11 and receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a future visit. In addition, non-military customers who get a haircut on Veterans Day will receive a free haircut card to give to an active service member or veteran they know as a way of saying thank you. The cards can be redeemed for a free haircut from Nov. 12 through Dec. 1, 2023.
**Kohl’s: Active and former military personnel and veterans and their families will receive 30% off qualifying in-store purchases from Friday, Nov. 10, through Sunday, Nov. 12. Valid military ID is required.
**Kroger: Servicemembers and veterans and their dependents with a valid military ID will receive a 10% discount in stores nationwide on Veterans Day. Kroger veteran associates can take advantage of the savings on top of their 10% Our Brands discount.
*Publix: Veterans and active military personnel can save 10% on groceries Nov. 11.
Rack Room Shoes: Servicemembers and their families get 20% off their entire in-store purchase with valid ID.
**Rite Aid: From Nov. 10-12, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service are eligible for 15% off regular-priced items at any Rite Aid store location. Rite Aid customers must be members of the Rite Aid Rewards program; enrollment is available in-store or online.
Sports Clips: Many participating Sport Clips locations are offering free Veterans Day haircuts for those with military ID.
Target: Active duty servicemembers and veterans as well as their spouses and children get a 10% across-the-board discount, which guests can use twice from Oct. 29 through Nov. 11. To redeem the offer, guests must verify eligibility by registering at this link.
Tractor Supply Company: Active duty and former military members and their dependents will get a 15% discount in stores nationwide on Veterans Day with a valid military ID or proof of service.
**Walgreens: Veterans and servicemembers and their families will receive 20% off regular price eligible store items Nov. 10-13.
*ZIPS Car Wash: All veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free car wash Nov. 11.
Attractions and Lodging
9/11 Memorial & Museum (New York City): From Nov. 8-12, veterans and active servicemembers, as well as and Blue and Gold Star family members, will receive free museum admission.
Akron Zoo (Ohio): All veterans and servicemembers receive free admission with valid military ID, and immediate family members receive 50% off admission Nov. 8-12. To receive Veterans Appreciation Days discount, come to the ticket counter to purchase tickets.
Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach, Calif.): Veterans and active duty military personnel who show valid service ID will receive free admission Nov. 11. Advance reservation is required.
Colonial Williamsburg: All active duty servicemembers, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and military retirees and their dependents receive free admission Nov. 10-12.
Des Moines Botanical Center (Des Moines, Iowa): Veterans receive free admission Nov. 11. Immediate family members receive 50% off admission.
Mount Vernon (Mount Vernon, Va.): All active duty, former, or retired military personnel receive free admission Nov. 11.
National World War I Museum and Memorial (Kansas City, Mo.): Veterans and active duty military personnel receive free admission Nov. 10-12. The general public receives half-price admission.
**Pinecrest Golf Club (Bluffton, S.C.): Servicemembers and veterans get a special rate of $15 for 18 holes and a cart/$10 for nine holes and cart as well as 50% off the pub menu at B’s Kitchen.
Six Flags: Many Six Flags parks are offer veterans and active military members free, admission, a drink bottle, and commemorative gifts Nov. 10-12. Friends and family members (up to four) of veterans also receive discounted admission tickets.
World of Coca-Cola (Atlanta): Military members (active duty, reserves, and retirees) can enjoy a visit to World of Coca-Cola free of charge year-round, but from Friday, Nov. 3 to Sunday, Nov. 12, military members can purchase up to four general admission tickets at half price. The discounted tickets can be purchased online starting Nov. 1 using the promo code VETS2023. Members will be asked to present their valid armed forces ID when they arrive at the attraction.
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