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!
While we don't have all the deets for Veterans Day 2024, the following deals from last year can give you an idea of what to expect on Monday, Nov. 11. We’ll update this post with confirmed deals as the holiday gets closer.
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Offers, prices, and local participation may vary. You may need to show valid ID 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 Chick-fil-A 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 2024, Veterans Day will be on Monday, 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.
Confirmed deals for Veterans Day 2024
Applebee's: Veterans, active-duty military, reserves, and the National Guard can enjoy a free meal of their choice from a select menu at Applebee's on Veterans Day.
Aquarium of the Pacific: Veterans and active military members can get free admission (with valid ID) to the Aquarium of the Pacific on Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Advance reservations required.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar: Bad Daddy's Burger Bar is honoring 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.
Bar Louie: Bar Louie will give veterans a free burger from Nov. 10 - 11. Offer valid in-store only.
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.
Eddie Merlot's: On Monday, Nov. 11, Eddie Merlot’s is offering all veterans and active military a FREE Eddie’s Prime Cheeseburger with fries.
Friendly's: Veterans can enjoy a free cheeseburger and drink at Friendly's on Veterans Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard: Good Times is honoring all veterans and active duty military this Veterans Day with a free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo. Offer valid from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. for dine-in only.
Golden Corral: This year, Golden Corral Buffet is offering active military and veterans a FREE "thank you" dinner buffet and a beverage from 4 p.m. to close on Nov. 11.
Grace for Vets: Grace for Vets will offer a free car wash when you visit one of their partners on Veterans Day.
Great Clips: Great Clips is offering 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. Limit one card per customer.
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream: On Nov. 11, 2024, veterans and active duty military can enjoy a FREE Happy Joe's lunch smorgasbord and a drink. If you prefer, you can get a free two-topping pizza.
Krispy Kreme: Krispy Kreme is offering veterans and active military members a free doughnut of choice and a small coffee, hot or iced, no purchase necessary.
Krystal: On Veterans Day, Krystal is offering veterans a FREE breakfast sandwich from opening to 11 a.m.
Logan's Roadhouse This Veterans Day, Logan's Roadhouse has a free meal (from a select menu) for military members from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m..
Nashville Zoo: This year, the Nashville Zoo is offering free admission to veterans, active military members and their immediate families on Sunday Nov. 10 for the zoo's Military Appreciation Day. Reservations aren't required.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grill: Veterans who visit Perry's Steakhouse & Grill on Veterans Day can enjoy a free pork chop when you bring a guest who purchases an entree. If you're dining alone or with other veterans, you'll get 50% off your pork chop. Offer valid from 4 p.m. - close on Veterans Day.
Raising Cane's: Raising Cane’s is offering active or nonactive military, fire, police, EMTs, and their spouses a 10% discount on their entire purchase when they mention the Hero Discount Program at the register. Offer valid on Nov. 11.
Red Robin: On Veterans Day, active military and veterans who show valid ID can enjoy a Free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Side (including Fries, Yulon Chips, Steamed Broccoli, or Salad) at Red Robin. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Red Roof Inn: Veterans, active military, and their families get 15% off a visit to Red Roof Inn, Red Roof PLUS+, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof, or The Red Collection hotels through Nov. 14, 2024. Use the promo code 606732 when booking direct with the hotel, at RedRoofInn.com, in the Red Roof app, or by phone at (800) 733-7663.
Sam's Club: Active and former military members and their immediate family can join Sam's Club for $20. You must verify your eligibility through ID.me. Current Sam's Club military members can renew their membership plus $10 off an in-club purchase.
Smashburger: Veterans and active military members can enjoy a FREE All-American Single or Double Burger at Smashburger (in-store only).
Sport Clips: Active-duty U.S. service members and veterans can get a free haircut 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.
Staples: Staples is offering veterans and active-duty military members a 25% discount off in-store purchases from Nov. 10 - 12.
Sullivan's Steakhouse: Sullivan’s Steakhouse is honoring veterans and active military members a FREE Signature Angus Burger with fries
Target: Target is offering 10% off Circle military discount. Now through Nov. 11, 2024, eligible military members can 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.
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe: This year, veterans can get a free grilled chicken gyro meal (includes chips and a side) on Veterans Day at Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe.
The Greene Turtle: This year, The Greene Turtle is offering veterans a free meal (up to $15) on Veterans Day.
Tim Hortons: Veterans and active military members can get a free classic donut at Tim Hortons on Nov. 11.
Tractor Supply: On Veterans Day, Tractor Supply is offering active military members, veterans, and their dependents a 10% discount (in-store purchases).
Twin Peaks: Veterans can get a free lunch (from a select menu) at Twin Peaks on Veterans Day from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m..
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.
Vitality Bowls: Enjoy a free smoothie at Vitality Bowls when show your military ID on Veterans Day.
White Castle: Veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a free combo meal (#1 to #7) or a Breakfast Combo Meal at White Castle on Veterans Day.
Yogurtland: On Nov. 11, Yogurtland is offering veterans and active-duty military 15% off in-store orders.
Restaurant specials and food deals we hope return this Veterans Day
Grab some grub with these Veterans Day restaurant free meals across the country. Here are all the restaurants that we hope will offer free or discounted food and beverages for veterans and active-duty military in 2024. Most of these promotions will only be available on Nov. 11 and will require a military ID.
Arby's: Select Arby's locations will likely offer a free roast beef sandwich to military members on Nov. 11.
bb.q Chicken: Watch bb.q Chicken to offer veterans and active-duty-military personnel 25% off in-store orders with an ID.
Biggby Coffee: Biggby Coffee will likely give active-duty military personnel and veterans a free 24-ounce coffee on Veterans Day 2024.
Biscuit Belly: Look for Biscuit Belly to offer veterans a free meal with a coffee or fountain drink on Friday, Nov. 10. Military personnel also get a 10% year-round discount.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: We predict BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse will give all veterans a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie for dine-in only. Plus, veterans will also likely receive a coupon for a free appetizer (valid from Nov. 12 to Dec. 31).
Bob Evans: On Veterans Day, watch for Bob Evans to offer veterans and active-duty military personnel a free meal off a select menu for dine-in only.
Bonefish Grill: Veterans and service members will likely receive an order of Bang Bang Shrimp with a beverage at Bonefish Grill on Nov. 11.
Buffalo's Cafe: We anticipate Buffalo's Cafe will offer veterans and active-duty military members who dine in on Veterans Day a complimentary entree.
Buffalo Wild Wings: On Veterans Day 2024, look for Buffalo Wild Wings to give 10 free boneless wings to veterans and active-duty military personnel with a military ID.
BurgerFi: BurgerFi will likely have a 20% (dine-in only) discount for active military members and veterans on Nov. 11.
California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans who dine in at California Pizza Kitchen on Veterans Day will likely receive a free entree and complimentary drink, plus a BOGO free coupon redeemable from Nov. 12 to 21.
Caribou Coffee: We predict Caribou Coffee will offer a free small coffee of the day or cold press to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and spouses on Veterans Day.
Carrabba's: Look for Carrabba's to give veterans and active-duty military a free appetizer or dessert with a soft drink when you show your ID.
Casey's: On Nov. 11, Casey's will likely offer a free coffee or fountain drink to veterans, active military, first responders, law enforcement, fire, and EMS workers.
Charley's Cheesesteaks: Watch for Charley's Cheesesteaks to offer a free order of Gourmet Fries to all veterans and active military members on Nov. 11, 2024, no purchase necessary.
Chicken Salad Chick: We anticipate Chicken Salad Chick will give veterans and active-duty military personnel a free meal on Veterans Day.
Chick-fil-A: Look for Chick-fil-A to give away a chicken biscuit from open -10:30 a.m. (local time) and a Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich from 10:30 a.m. – close (local time) to veterans and active military members on Monday, Nov. 11.
Chili's: This year, on Veterans Day, we predict Chili's will honor veterans and active-duty military personnel with a free entree of their choice from a select menu.
Circle K: Circle K will likely offer veterans and active military members a free cup of coffee on Nov. 11.
City Barbeque: On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, we anticipate City Barbeque will give veterans and active military members a free meal (dine-in or carryout).
Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar: Watch for Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar to offer veterans and active military members a free meal from a select menu on Monday, Nov. 11.
Cotton Patch Cafe: We predict veterans and active-duty military personnel will receive a free Country Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken at Cotton Patch Cafe.
Cracker Barrel: Look for Cracker Barrel to offer veterans and active-duty military personnel a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake with any purchase on Veterans Day.
Crooked Pint Ale House: Military members will likely get their choice of a Classic Lucy and Fries, Grilled Clubhouse and Fries, Chicken Pot Pie, or Bourbon Cranberry Chicken Salad for free at Crooked Pint Ale House on Monday, Nov. 11.
Dave & Buster's: This Veterans Day, we predict Dave & Buster's will give military members with valid ID a free entree and a $10 Power Card.
Denny's: Watch for Denny's to offer a free Original Grand Slam to veterans, non-active military, and active military members on Monday, Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. (or store opening) to 12 p.m. (local time).
Dunkin': On Veterans Day, Dunkin' will likely give veterans and active-duty military personnel a free donut.
El Fenix: We anticipate El Fenix will honor veterans and active-duty military personnel with a free enchilada or taco plate for dine-in orders on Veterans Day.
Famous Dave's: Look for Famous Dave's to give a free meal to veterans (dine-in or to-go orders).
Farmer Boys: Farmer Boys will likely have a free Big Cheese burger for veterans and active-duty military personnel.
Fazoli's: Veterans or active-duty military with valid ID will likely receive a free Fazoli's Regular Spaghetti with meat or marinara.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Look for Freddy's to offer veterans who dine in on Nov. 11 a free Double with Cheese combo meal card that you can use until Nov. 30.
Gold Star Chili: We predict Gold Star Chili will give veterans and active-duty military a meal of their choice for dine-in, carryout, or drive thru.
Green Mill: Green Mill will likely honor veterans with their pick of a freebie from a select menu all day long. They also offer a 10% military discount at all Minnesota and Wisconsin locations.
Hacienda Mexican Restaurants: Hacienda offers a 10% year-round military discount. Plus, we anticipate they will give veterans and active military members a free large Wet Burrito on Veterans Day with proof of service.
Hamburger Stand: This Veterans Day, look for Hamburger Stand to offer veterans and active military members a free hamburger, regular fries, and a small soda. You'll need a valid military ID or wear a uniform.
Hat Creek Burger Company: We anticipate Hat Creek Burger Company will offer military and veterans a free Big Hat Burger on Veterans Day.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill: Look for Hawaiian Bros to give veterans and active military a free classic plate lunch on Nov. 11.
Hooters: Hooters will likely honor veterans and active military personnel with a free dinner from a select menu with a free beverage.
Hurricane Grill & Wings: On Veterans Day 2024, veterans and active-duty military personnel can look forward to a complimentary entree off a select menu at Hurricane Grill & Wings.
Hy-Vee: We predict Hy-Vee will host their free annual Veterans Day breakfast from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 8. Additionally, veterans and active-duty military personnel will likely get 15% off their groceries all day long on Nov. 8.
IHOP: Veterans and active-duty military personnel can expect a free IHOP pancake combo for dine-in only for Veterans Day 2024.
Insomnia Cookies: Look for Insomnia Cookies to provide veterans and active-duty military personnel a free 6-pack of cookies for Veterans Day.
Kolache Factory: This year, watch for Kolache Factory to offer veterans and active-duty military a free Kolache and a cup of coffee from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day.
Kona Grill: Kona Grill will likely give active-duty military personnel and veterans 50% off orders from Nov. 10 - 13.
Lion's Choice: Watch for Lion's Choice to give a free original roast beef sandwich to veterans and active military personnel with a valid ID.
Main Event: Look for Main Event to honor veterans with a double cheeseburger, fries, and thirty minutes of free play on Veterans Day.
Max & Erma's: We predict Max & Ermas will offer military members a free cheeseburger, endless fries, a fountain drink, and a chocolate chip cookie.
Menchie's: Look for Menchie's to celebrate Veterans Day for the twelfth year in a row with a 6-ounce frozen yogurt for free.
Metro Diner: This Veterans Day, we predict Metro Diner will offer 50% off to veterans and active military members on Nov. 11.
Mission BBQ: Watch Mission BBQ to give a free sandwich to all military, past and present, on Veterans Day.
Native Grill & Wings: We anticipate Native Grill & Wings will offer veterans and active-duty military their choice of a half-pound Stripper Combo, half-pound Boneless Combo, or Native Burger with fries for free.
Nothing Bundt Cakes: On Nov. 11, Nothing Bundt Cakes will likely have a BOGO free deal for rewards members, in store only. You have to show your military ID or veteran ID to claim the offer.
O'Charley's: Look for O'Charley's to offer veterans and active military members a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (local time) on Sunday, Nov. 10 and Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.
Olive Garden: Olive Garden will likely give a free entree to all veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day.
Outback Steakhouse: In addition to offering a 10% discount to military members every day, this Veterans Day, we aniticpate Outback Steakhouse will offer a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage to all veterans and active-military personnel with the purchase of an adult entree. Plus, any active or retired service member who visit on Veterans Day will likely receive a $10 off coupon that they can use from Nov. 12 - Dec. 17.
Peet's Coffee On Nov. 11, we predict Peet's Coffee will give active-duty military and veterans a free small drip coffee or tea.
Perkin's American Food Co.: Watch for Perkin's American Food Co. to offer a free Magnificent 7 platter to veterans on Monday, Nov. 11.
PJ's Coffee: Look for PJ's Coffee to give veterans and active-duty military personnel a free 12-ounce cup of coffee on Veterans Day.
Pilot Flying J: We anticipate Pilot Flying J will honor service members and their families with a free meal Nov. 10 - 12, 2024.
Playa Bowls: Veterans with an ID will likely receive a free bowl (no purchase necessary) at Playa Bowls on Veterans Day.
Pokeworks: Watch for Pokeworks to offer veterans and service members 20% off an order with a military ID from Nov. 11 - 12.
Potbelly: On Veterans Day, veterans and active military members (with valid ID) will likely receive a free drink or cookie with the purchase of an entree at Potbelly (in store).
Red Lobster: We predict Red Lobster will give veterans and active-duty military personnel a voucher (Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.) for a free Shrimp & Chips on a future visit.
Romano's Macaroni Grill: Look for Romano's Macaroni Grill to offer military members a free Mom's Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti entree for dine-in or carryout.
Round Table Pizza: Customers can expect a discount at Round Table Pizza on Veterans Day with a promo code.
Scooter's Coffee: We predict Scooter's Coffee will offer a free handcrafted drink (any size) for veterans and active military members on Nov. 11, 2024.
Sheetz: Veterans and active-duty military personnel will likely get a free half-turkey sub and a medium drink on Veterans Day at Sheetz.
Smokey Mo's BBQ: On Nov. 11, 2024, we predict Smokey Mo's BBQ will offer veterans a free breakfast taco from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Veterans Day 2024.
Smoothie King: Smoothie King will likely celebrate veterans and active-duty military personnel with a 20-ounce smoothie of their choice.
Starbucks: We anticipate Starbucks will offer veterans, active military, and spouses a free tall (12-ounce) coffee on Veterans Day.
Snuffer's: On Nov. 11, look for Snuffer's to give veterans and active-duty military a free burger or sandwich of their choice.
Sugarfire Smokehouse: Sugarfire Smokehouse will likely honor military personnel and veterans with a free burger on Veterans Day. Sugarfire Smokehouse offers a 10% military discount year-round.
Texas Roadhouse: We predict Texas Roadhouse will give a free lunch to veterans and active-duty military from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 11.
The Copperfield: This Veterans Day, The Copperfield will likely offer military members a free menu item from a select menu.
Tijuana Flats: On Nov. 11, Tijuana Flats will likely celebrate veterans and active military members with a free adult entree with a purchase of a medium drink. Tijuana Flats offers a 20% off everyday hero discount.
Tocaya: Watch for Tocaya to give veterans 50% off all in-store purchases with a military ID.
TXB: TXB will likely offer veterans a free medium cup of coffee or cappuccino on Nov. 11.
Wendy's: Look for Wendy's to thank veterans and active military members for their service with a free Breakfast Combo during breakfast hours on Nov. 11.
Wienerschnitzel: This Nov. 11, look for Wienerschnitzel to offer veterans and active military members a free chili dog, small fries, and a small soda.
More Veterans Day Savings we expect to see in November
Retail savings for Veterans Day
Academy Sports + Outdoors: Look for Academy Sports + Outdoors to resume their 10% discount (on entire purchases) for active-duty military and veterans mid-October and run through Nov. 12.
Dollar General: Dollar General will likely offer active military and veterans a 20% in-store discount to veterans and active military members from Nov. 9 - 12. Look for this offer to be in addition to DG's 11% military discount on the second Wednesday of each month.
Food Lion: Watch for Food Lion to offer a 10% discount (in-store purchases only) for veterans and active military on Nov. 11. You must have a Food Lion MVP card and valid military ID.
Kohl's: We predict Kohl's will offer a 30% discount to veterans, active military members, and their immediate families (with valid ID) from Friday, Nov. 8 - Monday, Nov. 11. Kohl's also has Military Mondays with a 15% discount every Monday year round.
Kroger: On Nov. 11, look for Kroger to have an exclusive 10% discount for all service members, including active and former members and their dependents on Nov. 11, 2024.
Office Depot: We anticipate Office Depot/Office Max will offer veterans and active-duty military personnel 25% off qualifying regular and sale-priced purchases Nov. 11 - 13.
Rite Aid: This year, Rite Aid will likely offer a 15% discount (off in-store regular priced items) to Rite Aid Rewards members with a valid military ID from Nov. 10 - 12.
The Vitamin Shoppe: We predict The Vitamin Shoppe will offer a 25% discount (on entire in-store purchases) for veterans and current military members from Nov. 11 - 13, 2024.
Walgreens: Look for Walgreens to offer veterans, active military members, and their families 20% off eligible store items from Nov. 10 to 13.2024.
Miscellaneous Veterans Day freebies to watch for in 2024
Goodyear: We anticipate Goodyear will give veterans and active military members free Car Care Checks and 10% off tires and additional services.
Lowe's: Look for Lowe's to hand out a free collectible pin to the first 150 veterans that visit each store on Nov. 11, 2024. Lowe's also offers a 10% year-round military discount.
Venture X and Office Evolution: Look for Venture V snd Office Evolution to offer free coworking workspace for the month of November for veterans. Amenities included 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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