Veterans can save money this Veterans Day by taking advantage of these nationally available discounts on meals and other ways businesses and organizations are giving back to those who served in the U.S. armed forces.
Meal and restaurant discounts
Bob Evans – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty military personnel receive a special menu of 7 homestyle favorites for free at local restaurants. Dine-in only. Visit the Bob Evans website for more details.
The Chop House – Nov. 11
Veterans and active military receive a 50% discount off any entrée with a valid military ID on Nov. 11. Dine-in only. Call ahead to your local Chop House if you have any questions about the discount or visit the Chop House website for additional details.
Cotton Patch Cafe – Nov. 11
All veterans and active military members are being offered a Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken free on Nov, 11. Call ahead to your local Cotton Patch Café if you have any questions about the discount.
IHOP – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty military are being offered free red, white and blue pancakes on Nov. 11.
Lucille’s BBQ – Nov. 11.
Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Lucille’s Original Pulled Pork Sandwich and one side item on Nov. 11. Must show proof of service. During the month of November, dine at any Lucille’s location to round up your bill to the nearest dollar where your donations will support Operation Homefront’s Holiday Meals for Military.
McCormick & Schmicks – Nov. 7
Veterans, Gold Star parents, and Gold Star spouses can enjoy a half-priced entrée from a special menu on Nov. 7, at McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants. Contact your nearest location for details.
Red Robin – from now through Nov. 14
Veterans and active-duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members are being offered a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries anytime from now through Nov. 14 for dine-in or to-go. Visit the Red Robin website for details.
Yard House – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary appetizer on Nov. 11. Visit the Yard House website or contact your nearest location for details.
California Pizza Kitchen – Nov. 11
Veterans and active military get a complimentary entrée and beverage when they dine-in and show proof of service on Nov. 11. In addition, all veterans who dine with California Pizza Kitchen will receive a BOGO, redeemable from Nov. 12-20.
Chili’s – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on Nov. 11. Available for in-restaurant only.
Denny’s – Nov. 11
Veterans and active military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon. Dine-in only.
Golden Corral – Nov. 11
Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on Nov/ 11 from 5 p.m. to close. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.
Mission BBQ – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich on Nov. 11.
Shoney’s – Nov. 11
Veterans and active-duty service members get a free All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar on Nov. 11 until 11 a.m. Dine-in only.
Texas Roadhouse – Nov. 11
Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 pm. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.
Logan’s Roadhouse – Nov. 11
Logan’s Roadhouse will be offering all veterans a free American Roadhouse Meal from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 11.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – Nov. 11
BJ’s is serving those who have served by teaming up with Dr. Pepper, offering a complimentary meal from a select menu and a Dr. Pepper beverage to all current military personnel and veterans with proof of service.
Red Lobster – Nov. 11
In honor of Veterans Day and to thank veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering a free appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11.
Olive Garden – Nov. 11
Free entrée from a special menu for each veteran and current member of the military. Simply show proof of military service. Dine-in only. All entrées include freshly baked garlic breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or house salad.
Veterans CAnteen Service – Nov. 10
Veterans Canteen Service locations are honoring veterans with a free coffee or fountain beverage.
Haircut discounts
Great Clips – Nov. 11,
Veterans and active-duty military can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 to receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date. Visit the Great Clips website for details.
Sports Clips – Nov. 11
Some locations will be offering free haircuts to veterans and active-duty service members on Nov. 11. Visit the Sports Clips website for details and participating locations.
Smart Style Hair Salons – every day
Veterans and active-duty military are being offered a 10% discount on any service and professional product. Show proof of service to receive this discount at participating salons. Walk-ins welcome. No double discounts. Discounts may vary per location. Visit the SmartStyle website for details.
Retail & Services
B&B’s for Vets – Nov. 10-11
B&Bs for Vets is offering one free room night on Nov. 10 and 11. Preference will be given to “first timer” veterans and active-duty personnel; those who have not participated in the program in the past will be given preference. Offer is valid in all 50 U.S. states. Visit the B&Bs for Vets website for additional details and locations.
Bed, Bath & Beyond – Nov. 11
For active-duty U.S. military, vets, and spouses, Bed, Bath & Beyond is offering 25% off any in-store purchase on Nov. 11. Call or visit your nearest location for details.
Brown Bear Car Wash – Nov. 11
Free Beary Clean car wash for all current or former members of the military on Veterans Day, from 8:00 a.m. – 8 p.m. local time, at participating locations. Please contact your nearest location for details.
Hyvee (Midwest) – Nov. 11
Free curbside breakfast for veterans and active-duty military members. Many stores will also offer planned programs, displays, entertainment, or other activities in addition to breakfast. Contact your nearest location for details.
Rack Room Shoes – Nov. 11
20% off all purchases for veterans and military on Veterans Day, 10% off purchases year-round. Visit the Rack Room Shoes website for details.
Sun Viking Lodge (Daytona Beach, FL) – No dates given
Use promo code “hero” to receive 30% off your next booking with your military ID. Please visit their website for details.
Target – Nov. 11
Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families a 10% discount off the guest’s full basket. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering here. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time-use 10% Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online.
TOPS Market – Nov. 11
All veterans and active-duty military personnel may receive an 11% off discount on any total order on Veterans Day.
Walgreens – Nov. 11 – 14
Military, veterans, and their families receive 20% off eligible, regular-price purchases when using myWalgreens membership.
Fun things to Do
Americanforcestravel.com – Every day
Exclusively serves active duty, Reserve, veterans, and DoD civilians with discounted airfare, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and event tickets.
National Parks – Nov. 11
All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission on Veterans Day.
Akron Zoo (Akron, OH) – Nov. 11 – 14
From 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov. 11 – 14, all veterans receive free admission with valid military I.D. and immediate family members receive 50% off admission. Visit their website for details.
Alabama State Parks – Nov. 11
Free admission for veterans and active-duty service members to the parks that charge an entrance fee or day-use fee. Visit the website for details.
Aquarium of the Pacific – (Long Beach, CA) Nov. 11
Free for veterans and military personnel with service ID. Advance reservations are required. Please visit the website for details.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife – Nov. 11
Active-duty and veterans are admitted free to Colorado state parks on Veterans Day. The military member or veteran must show proof of military service (photo ID, DD-214). All other park fees (camping, etc.) are still charged. Visit the website for details.
Columbus Zoo (Columbus, OH) – Nov. 11
All active-duty members, veterans, and their immediate family members receive free admission to the zoo on Veterans Day. Offer valid from 10 a.m, – 5 p.m. Show valid ID. Visit the website for details.
Grace for Vets – Nov. 11
Veterans and service personnel are being offered a free car wash on Nov. 11/ Grace for Vets is a non-profit organization that has gathered over 1,500 independent car washes in four countries to offer this service. Visit the website for details.
Hagley Museum (Wilmington, DE) – Nov. 11
Free admission for current military members, veterans, and their families. Visit the website for details.
Hardman Farm Historic Site (Sautee Nacoochee, GA) – Nov. 11
All veterans, military members, and their families get free admission from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Nov. 11. Show your valid ID and receive a free tour of Hardman Farm. Visit the website for details.
Maryland Science Center – (Baltimore, MD) Nov. 11
Free admission to all current and former military members and a $2 discount to their guests. Proof of service is required. Offer valid from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Veterans Day. Visit the website for details.
Mines & Meadows ATV/RV Resort – (Wampum, PA) Nov. 11 – 14,
Veterans ride free. Visit the website for details.
Montgomery Zoo – (Montgomery, AL) Nov. 7 – 13
During Veterans Appreciation Week, all veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their dependent family members receive a 50% discount on regular daytime admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Visit the website for details.
Mount Vernon – (Mount Vernon, VA) Nov. 11
Free admission for all active-duty, former, or retired military personnel. Visit the website for details.
New Zoo – (Green Bay, WI) Nov. 11
Free admission for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Visit the website for details.
Old Town Trolley Tours – (St. Augustine, Key West, FL) Nov. 11
Free admission for veterans and active-duty military personnel to Old Town Trolley Tours, Old Jail, Oldest Store Museum Experience, and St. Augustine History Museum. Veterans must show a current ID card for active-duty or retired or a DD214 (proof of release from the military) at any of the Old Town Trolley booths. Please visit its website for details.
Sedgwick County Zoo – (Wichita, KS) Nov. 11
Complimentary zoo admission to all military personnel and their immediate families. To receive free admission, visitors must show a military or Veteran ID, discharge papers, or other official identification. Families of deployed military personnel must show an active-duty ID. Visit the website for details.
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – (Ashland, NE) Nov. 11
Free admission for active, retired, and veteran service members. Visit the website for details.
Washington State Parks – (Multiple locations WA) Nov. 11
Veterans Day is a pass-free day for Washington State Parks, where a Discover Pass is not required to visit a state park. Visit the website for more details.