Veterans Day freebies and deals are small tokens of appreciation to honor the bravery of our nation’s veterans. Many national chains really step up to say “thank you.” These acts of generosity include free meals, free haircuts, and more freebie perks. Hand down, Veterans Day is one of the best food holidays for our military members.
As a thank you to those who serve, we put together an annual list of exclusive Veterans Day freebies and discounts. Our hope here at KCL is that you get a chance to take advantage of as many of these freebie offers as you can!
Here are over 115 Veterans Day deals we hope to see this year on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
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Offers, prices, and local participation may vary. You may need to show valid ID, proof of military service, or wear a military uniform to receive the following offers.
On Veterans Day, businesses and restaurants honor veterans with deals and freebies all day long.
On Veterans Day, lots of businesses express appreciation for veterans and active-duty military members by offering freebies and discounts. These include free meals at restaurants like Applebee's, Cracker Barrel, and Chili's, as well as free coffee from Dunkin' and Starbucks. Fast food chains like Subway and Wendy's also offer free food or discounts, while retailers such as Kohl's and Target have special discounts.
There are a lot of other kinds of Veterans Day discounts, from free car care checks and discounted tires, complimentary collectible pins, free admission to tourist attractions, and even free coworking workspace.
Veterans Day happens every year on Nov. 11.
Veterans Day is Nov. 11 every year. In 2025, Veterans Day will be on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The day marks the end of fighting during World War I (often regarded as the war to end all wars) in the eleventh hour of the eleventh month in 1918. In 1938, the day became a national holiday. And, in 1954, President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming the holiday would be known as Veterans Day. The holiday is marked with national ceremonies, plus local parades, tributes, and more for those who serve.
When and where can I find Veterans Day freebies?
Each year the list of businesses offering free items or services to veterans and active military on Veterans Day grows. Typically these freebies are only offered on actual Veterans Day, Nov. 11. However, occasionally you’ll find a deal that extends the offer through a weekend. It’s important to pay attention to the hours a deal is being offered. For example, if it’s a restaurant, it may include a free breakfast. But if they only serve breakfast from 7 a.m. – 11 a.m., you’ll need to get the freebie within that window.
Predicted Veterans Day Deals 2025
Another Broken Egg Cafe: Another Broken Egg Cafe will likely celebrate Veterans and active military members with a free Patriot French Toast and a Barista House Blend Coffee on Nov. 11, 2025.
Applebee's: Veterans, active-duty military, reserves, and the National Guard can look forward to a free meal of their choice from a select menu at Applebee's on Veterans Day.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar: This year, watch for Bad Daddy's Burger Bar to honor veterans and active military with a free 5-ounce BD’s All American Burger with cheese and your choice of side from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Veterans Day.
Baker's Square: On Veterans Day 2025, veterans and active military members will likely receive a FREE 2-2-2 Breakfast at Baker's Square.
Bar Louie: We anticipate Bar Louie will give veterans a free burger from Nov. 10 - 11, 2025.
Beef 'O' Brady's: Veterans can look for a free BYOB and fries at Beef O' Brady's on Veterans Day.
Beyond Juicery + Eatery: Beyond Juicery + Eatery will likely offer veterans a free Classic Smoothie on Veterans Day.
Biggby Coffee: This year, watch for Biggby Coffee to offer veterans a FREE 16-ounce beverage of choice on Nov. 11.
BJ's Restaurants: We predict a FREE Chocolate Chunk Pizookie when you dine-in at BJ's Restaurants on Veterans Day. Plus, if you dine in on Nov. 11, 2025, you'll also likely receive a voucher for a FREE appetizer on your next visit.
Bubba's 33: On Nov. 11 (from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.), active, former, and retired military can expect a free lunch (from a select menu) or a voucher for a future visit at Bubba's 33.
Buca di Beppo: In 2025, watch Buca di Beppo to offer veterans a free lunch entree on Veterans Day.
Buffalo’s Cafe: Veterans and active duty military can anticipate a discount on their meal (dine-in only) on Nov. 11, 2025, at Buffalo's Cafe.
Buffalo Wild Wings: On Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, veterans and active military members can look forward to free boneless wings and fries at Buffalo Wild Wings for dine-in or takeout. Buffalo Wild Wings also offers a year round 15% military discount.
California Pizza Kitchen: California Pizza Kitchen will likely offer veterans and active military a FREE entree and drink from a select menu on Veterans Day. Military members who dine-in on Veterans Day can also anticipate a BOGO coupon for any pizza, pasta, or salad, redeemable on a future visit in 2025.
Casey's: Next Veterans Day, look for Casey's to thank veterans with a free any size coffee or fountain drink.
Charley's Cheesesteaks: In 2025, we predict Charley's Cheesesteaks will offer a free regular-sized Gourmet Fry for active-duty military members and veterans on Nov. 11.
Chicken Salad Chick: This year, veterans and active military can watch for a free Chick Meal (either a scoop or a sandwich, plus a side, and regular fountain drink) at Chicken Salad Chick.
Chili's: Veterans and active military personnel will likely receive a free entree from a select menu at Chili's.
Cicis Pizza: Look for Cicis Pizza to have a free adult buffet for retired and active military members on Veterans Day.
Country Kitchen: On Nov. 11, 2025, veterans and active military can look forward to a FREE Country Scramble at Country Kitchen.
Cracker Barrel: We anticipate veterans and active military will receive a complimentary Sunrise Pancake at Cracker Barrel.
Dave & Buster's: This year, on Veterans Day, veterans and active military members will likely get a FREE entree and a Power Card at Dave & Buster's. You also get 15% off all food and beverage purchases year round.
Denny's: Watch for Denny's to serve veterans and active military a free Original Grand Slam at from 5 a.m. - noon on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
Duck Donuts: On Veterans Day, look for Duck Donuts to offer veterans and other service members a free medium coffee or cold brew.
Duffy's Sports Grill: We predict veterans will eat free (dine-in only) on Tuesday, Nov. 11 (from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.) at Duffy's Sport's Grill. Duffy's also offers active military 40% off food purchases year round.
Dunkin': Dunkin' will likely offer retired and active military a free donut on Veterans Day in-store only.
Eddie Merlot's: On Tuesday, Nov. 11, watch for Eddie Merlot’s honor all veterans and active military with a FREE Eddie’s Prime Cheeseburger with fries.
Famous Dave's: Veterans can look forward to a FREE lunch at Famous Dave's.
Farmer Boys: Farmer Boys will likely honor veterans and active military with a free Big Cheese burger on Veterans Day.
Fazoli's: We anticipate Fazoli's will offer active military and veterans a free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce when dining in or ordering online on Nov. 11, 2025.
Firehouse Subs: This year, on Nov. 11, veterans and active military will likely get a free combo meal (medium sub, chips or a cookie, and a drink) at Firehouse Subs.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Watch for Freddy's to honor veterans and current military members who visit on Veterans Day with a FREE combo meal card.
Friendly's: Veterans can expect a free cheeseburger and drink at Friendly's on Veterans Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Genghis Grill: Service members will likely get a discount on any bowl at Genghis Grill on Veterans Day.
Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard: Look for Good Times to honor all veterans and active duty military next Veterans Day with a free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo.
Golden Corral: This year, Golden Corral Buffet will likely offer active military and veterans a FREE "thank you" dinner buffet and a beverage from 4 p.m. to close on Nov. 11.
Granite City Food & Brewery: On Veterans Day 2025, watch for Granite City Food & Brewery to offer all service members a free lunch from a select menu.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria: All military personnel can anticipate a discount on Veterans Day at Grimaldi's Pizzeria. They also offer a year-round 15% military discount.
Grubhub: The week of Veterans Day, look for Grubhub to have several deals Grubhub+ members can grab on Veterans Day 2025.
Hacienda Mexican Restaurants: Veterans and active military members will likely get a free large Wet Burrito at Hacienda Mexican Restaurants when you dine in or order carry out on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream: This year, veterans and active duty military can look forward to a FREE Happy Joe's lunch smorgasbord and a drink or a free two-topping pizza.
Honey Dew Donuts: Watch Honey Dew Donuts offer veterans a free coffee (in-store only) on Veterans Day.
Hooters: We predict Hooters will offer veterans and active military members a FREE meal from a select menu with the purchase of a beverage on Veterans Day.
Huddle House: Look for Huddle House to honor veterans and active military members with a free MVP Breakfast Platter on Nov. 11.
Hurricane Grill & Wings: All veterans and active duty military will likely receive a complimentary entree from a select menu at Hurricane Grill & Wings on Nov. 11, 2025.
IHOP: This year, we predict IHOP will thank veterans and active-duty military personnel with a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo for dine-in only for Veterans Day.
Insomnia Cookies: Watch Insomnia Cookies to offer active-duty military personnel and veterans one FREE Deluxe cookie with an in-store purchase.
Johnny Rockets: To salute veterans and those serving in the military, we anticipate Johnny Rockets will offer a Free Single Burger with the purchase of any drink or shake on Nov. 11, 2025.
Kona Grill: Veterans and active military personnel will likely get a discount on all food at Kona Grill.
Krispy Kreme: Look for Krispy Kreme to give veterans and active military members a free doughnut of choice and a small coffee, hot or iced, no purchase necessary.
Krystal: On Veterans Day 2025, we predict Krystal will offer veterans a FREE breakfast sandwich from opening to 11 a.m.
Kum & Go: This year, veterans and active military can look forward to a free (up to a large size) at Kum & Go on Monday, Nov. 11.
Logan's Roadhouse: Logan's Roadhouse will likely offer a free meal (from a select menu) for military members from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Veterans Day 2025.
Main Event: Look for Main Event to honor veterans and active military members with a FREE double cheeseburger, fries, and a 30-minute Timecard for free play on Veterans Day.
Maverik - Adventure's First Stop: On Monday, Nov. 11, 2025, Maverik will offer military personnel a free coffee (up to a large size).
Metro Diner: Veterans and active military will likely get a discount on their Veterans Day meal at Metro Diner on Monday, Nov. 11.
Mission BBQ: This year, watch Mission BBQ to offer a free sandwich to all military, past and present, on Veterans Day.
MOD Pizza: We predict MOD Pizza will offer veterans, active military and their spouses a FREE Mega Cookie with the purchase of a MOD-size pizza or salad.
Mooyah: Look for Mooyah to offer all veterans and active military a free Freedom Rings Burger with the purchase of fries or a drink on Nov. 11.
Mr. Gatti's Pizza: In 2025, veterans can look forward to a free buffet and drink at Mr. Gatti's Pizza on Veterans Day.
Native Grill & Wings: Veterans and active duty military will likely get a free select meal on Nov. 11 at Native Grill & Wings.
Next Level Burger: Watch for Next Level Burger to offer military (retired and active) and their families receive a discount on Veterans Day.
O'Charley's: We anticipate O'Charley's will give veterans and active military members a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (local time) on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
On The Border: In 2025, veterans and active military will likely get a FREE Choose 2 Combo at On The Border.
Outback Steakhouse: Look for Outback Steakhouse to offer veterans a free Bloomin' Onion with the purchase of an adult entree on Nov. 11.
Perkins American Food Co.: All active military can expect a free Great American Trio meal at Perkins American Food Co. on Veterans Day.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grill: Veterans who visit Perry's Steakhouse & Grill on Veterans Day will likely get a free pork chop when you bring a guest who purchases an entree. If you dine alone or with other veterans, you'll get 50% off your pork chop.
Peter Piper Pizza: We predict a BOGO free buffet at Peter Piper Pizza for veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
Pilot: Watch for Pilot to offer ID.me verified military members (and their families) a free meal when you order using the myRewards Plus app for Pilot, Flying J, and One9 Fuel Network travel centers.
Pollo Campero: Pollo Campero will likely offer a discount on any individual meal in-store on Nov. 11, 2025.
Polly's Pies: Veterans and active military can look for a FREE slice of pie (no purchase necessary) at Polly's Pies on Veterans Day 2025.
Qdoba: Watch Qdoba to honor veterans and active military personnel with a discount on any full-size entree when you dine in.
Raising Cane's: On Nov. 11, 2025, we predict Raising Cane’s will give active or nonactive military, fire, police, EMTs, and their spouses a discount on their entire purchase when they mention the Hero Discount Program at the register.
Red Robin: Next Veterans Day, active military and veterans will likely get a Free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Side (including Fries, Yulon Chips, Steamed Broccoli, or Salad) at Red Robin.
Red Lobster: Veterans, active military members, and reservists can anticipate a FREE Veteran's Shrimp & Chips at Red Lobster on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Plus, veterans get 10% off every day.
Roosters Wings: Look for Roosters Wings to thank military members with a $10 Roosters Buck on Veterans Day.
Round Table Pizza: Round Table Pizza to offer a Veterans Day discount for dine-in, carry-out, and delivery orders.
Scooter's Coffee: Scooter's Coffee will likely give military personnel a free medium drink on Monday, Nov. 11. Limit 1 per customer.
Sheetz: In 2025, veterans and active duty military members can look forward to a free half turkey sub and regular fountain drink at Sheetz on Veterans Day. Military members can also get a free car wash.
Sizzler: On Tuesday, Nov. 11 (until 4 p.m. local time), we expect Sizzler will honor veterans and active military a free lunch from a select menu.
Smashburger: Veterans and active military members will likely receive a FREE All-American Single or Double Burger at Smashburger (in-store only).
Smokey Bones: On Nov.11, 2025, veterans and active military members can anticipate a FREE Create Your Own (one protein and one side) at Smokey Bones. They also offer a year-round 20% military discount.
Sonic Drive-In: Look for Sonic Drive-In to offer discounted shakes on Veterans Day in 2025.
Spaghetti Warehouse: We predict Spaghetti Warehouse will thank veterans and active military with a FREE spaghetti and meatballs (dine-in only) on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Staples: Watch for Staples to give veterans and active-duty military members a discount on in-store purchases for Veterans Day.
Starbucks: This year, Starbucks will likely offer veterans, active military, and their spouses a free tall (12-ounce) hot or cold coffee.
STK Steakhouse: In 2025, we anticipate STK Steakhouse will honor veterans and active military personnel a discount on food.
Stewart's Shops: Everyone, including veterans and active military members, can enjoy a discounted single scoop at Stewart's Shops on Veterans Day (Tuesday, Nov. 11).
Sullivan's Steakhouse: Watch for Sullivan’s Steakhouse to thank veterans and active military members with a FREE Signature Angus Burger and fries.
Taco John's: On Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, veterans and active military personnel can look for a free Combo #1 (Small Crispy Beef Taco) at Taco John's.
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe: This year, veterans will likely receive a free grilled chicken gyro meal (includes chips and a side) on Veterans Day at Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe.
Texas Roadhouse: On Nov. 11, we predict Texas Roadhouse will give veterans and active military members a meal voucher (from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.) that you can redeem on a future visit.
TGI Fridays: Look for TGI Fridays to offer veterans a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will likely offer all military personnel a free regular drink on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
The Brass Tap: Veterans can anticipate a FREE Pub Burger and fries at The Brass Tap on Nov. 11 .
The Broken Yolk Cafe: In 2025, look for The Broken Yolk Cafe to honor all military personnel with a free short stack of pancakes on Veterans Day.
The Greene Turtle: This year, The Greene Turtle will likely serve veterans a free meal (up to $15) on Veterans Day.
Tiff's Treats: Veterans can expect a FREE cookie at Tiff's Treats (in-store) on Veterans Day.
Tim Hortons: In 2025, watch Tim Hortons to give veterans and active military members a free classic donut on Nov. 11.
Twin Peaks: Veterans can look forward to a free lunch (from a select menu) at Twin Peaks on Veterans Day from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Village Inn: Village Inn will likely thank all veterans and active military with a FREE 2-2-2 Breakfast on Veterans Day.
Vitality Bowls: Watch for a free smoothie at Vitality Bowls on Veterans Day.
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux: Next Veterans Day, we anticipate Walk-On's will offer veterans a free Scholarship Burger on Nov. 11, 2025.
Wendy's: Look for Wendy's to honor veterans and active military members for their service with a free Breakfast Combo (includes any beverage, breakfast sandwich and seasoned potatoes) during breakfast hours on Nov. 11, 2025.
Whatburger: In 2025, we predict Whataburger will offer veterans and active military members a FREE 16-ounce hot or iced coffee on Nov. 11.
White Castle: Veterans and active-duty military personnel will likely get a free combo meal (#1 to #7) or a Breakfast Combo Meal at White Castle on Veterans Day.
Wienerschnitzel: All veterans and active military can anticipate a FREE chili dog, small fries, and a small soda at Wienerschnitzel. Offer valid for in-store on Nov. 11, 2025.
Wings and Rings: Wings and Rings will likely offer a free lunch (dine-in only, from 11a.m. - 2 p.m.) to veterans on Veterans Day.
Yogurtland: On Nov. 11, 2025, we predict Yogurtland will give veterans and active-duty military a discount on in-store orders.
Retail savings for Veterans Day
Academy Sports + Outdoors: Look for Academy Sports + Outdoors 10% military discount (on entire purchases) to return during the first part of November in 2025.
Albertsons: Veterans and active military members can save 10% on your in-store purchase at Albertsons on Veterans Day.
Big Lots: This year, we anticipate Big Lots will offer active military and veterans 20% off everything for Veterans Day. Military members also get a 10% discount year round.
Duluth Trading Co.: Watch for the Duluth Trading Co. offer a 10% discount in honor of Veterans Day. They also have a year-round 5% military discount.
Food Lion: On Nov. 11, 2025, veterans and active military will likely get a 10% discount (for in-store purchases only) at Food Lion. You must have a Food Lion MVP card and a valid military ID.
Kroger: In 2025, we predict Kroger will have an exclusive 10% discount for all service members, including active and former members and their dependents on Veterans Day.
Sam's Club: Active and former military members and their immediate family will likely have a chance to join Sam's Club for $20. You'll have to verify your eligibility through ID.me.
Target: Look for the Target 10% off Circle military discount that allows eligible military members to save 10% on two qualifying purchases. You'll need to be a Target Circle member (free to sign up) and verify your eligibility (upload your government ID or other proof) online on Target.com or in the Target app.
Tractor Supply: On Veterans Day 2025, we predict Tractor Supply will offer active military members, veterans, and their dependents a 10% discount (in-store purchases).
Walgreens: This year, watch for Walgreens to have a Veterans Day discount for veterans, active military members, and their families.
Miscellaneous Veterans Day freebies
Aquarium of the Pacific: Veterans and active military members will likely get free admission (with valid ID) to the Aquarium of the Pacific on Nov. 11 ( 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.). Advance reservations required.
Autobell Car Wash: In 2025, look for Autobell Car Wash to thank veterans and active military members with a FREE Ride-Thru Exterior wash at (or the equivalent value toward another car wash option).
Busch Gardens and SeaWorld: Veterans and active-duty military can purchase an annual pass to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld for unlimited admission, free parking and single day admission (for military member), discount admission for military family members, and no blackout dates.
Grace for Vets: Grace for Vets will likely offer a free car wash when you visit one of their partners on Veterans Day.
Great Clips: We predict Great Clips will give free haircuts to veterans and current military members on Nov. 11, 2024. If you're nonmilitary and you purchase a service at Great Clips on Veterans Day, you'll get a free haircut card to give to a veteran you know.
Nashville Zoo: This year, watch for the Nashville Zoo to offer free admission to veterans, active military members and their immediate families.
Red Roof Inn: In 2025, veterans, active military, and their families will likely get discount when they visit to Red Roof Inn, Red Roof PLUS+, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof, or The Red Collection hotels. You'll need to use a promo code when booking direct with the hotel, at RedRoofInn.com, in the Red Roof app, or by phone at (800) 733-7663.
Sport Clips: We predict active-duty U.S. service members and veterans will get a free haircut deal at Sport Clips with proof of service. They'll also donate $2 from every haircut to Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) as part of their Help a Hero Campaign.
U.S. National Park Service: The U.S. National Park Service lets military veterans and Gold Star families enjoy the parks' beauty for free. Congress passed legislation 2021 that offers a free lifetime pass to national parks and other federal recreation areas.
Venture X and Office Evolution: Look for Venture X and Office Evolution to offer free coworking workspace to veterans for the month of November in 2025. Amenities include coffee, refreshments and high-speed internet.
But Wait, There’s More
Search locally for free or discounted Veterans Day offerings at MilitaryBenefits.info. The site provides great resources for local meals, parks, and museums for U.S. Armed Forces members and military families.
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