Veterans Day Free Food and Discounts for 2025

_{A list of National 2024 Veterans Day free services or discounts, includes free or discounted hotels, haircuts, car washes, and many more deals specifically for veterans and active-duty military.} 

Veterans Day: Where To Get Free Food and Discounts

Being raised in a military family, I have seen and felt firsthand the hardships that military families endure. It is of great pleasure to say, THANK YOU for your service!! I want to mark this special day by presenting to you a list of Veterans Day Discounts & Freebies you can enjoy.

Each year businesses honor Veterans and Service Members by offering Veteran’s Day discounts on goods, services, and dining. Please make sure you bring your Military ID with you.

Also, make sure you pay attention to the dates listed below. There are some offers that are occurring after Veterans’ Day. Be sure to bring your military identification card, shopping list, and appetite.

Veterans Day meals started as a tradition shortly after September 11, 2001 as a way to support, honor, and say “thanks” to America’s military veterans

Wondering about Year-Round Military Discounts? You can check out this comprehensive list.

Expect Veterans Day discount changes

Just because the restaurant you love is still offering a Veterans Day discount this year, it may not be safe to assume it’s the same discount offered in years past. Pay attention to the details. Not all franchise locations participate in their national chain’s Veterans Day programs – be sure to contact your nearest establishment to make sure they are participating.

How to Get Veterans Day Free Meals Deals

A few things to remember before you head out to grab your free meals and discount offers.

• You will need a form of Military ID
• It May not be valid for spouses or dependents
• Not all locations participate
• This isn’t a right or a privilege, but a gesture of thanks
  Please remember to tip

Veterans Day Discounts 2024

*Have not been confirmed for 2024. Don’t forget to sign up for a SheerID account, they are offering additional discounts through other retailers. Sign up here!

All Seasons Uniforms

Is a family-run business that provides everything from industrial work uniforms to fashion and casual wear, offering 10% off to all Veterans. To get your discount, fill out this form.

Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops offers a 10% Legendary Salute military discount year-round. (There’s a 5% discount on firearms.) Some restrictions apply. Present your proof of active duty or veteran status to receive the discount in-store. 

Big Lots

All veterans and active military get 10% off, every day. To redeem in-store, show a valid military or veteran ID to the cashier. To redeem online, sign in to your BIG Rewards account and enter promo code SERVICE10 before checkout. The discount will be automatically applied.

Busch Gardens

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg are proud to honor those that serve and their families by extending the Military Annual Pass to include veterans as well as active duty military for a limited time. Veterans who purchase a Military Annual Pass will enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates and free parking through the end of 2025. Veterans and active duty United States Armed Forces personnel can purchase a Military Pass online at WavesOfHonor.com or select military bases.

Cabela’s

Cabela’s offers a 10% Legendary Salute military discount year-round. (There’s a 5% discount on firearms.) Some restrictions apply. Present your proof of active duty or veteran status to receive the discount in-store. 

Chess House

Chess House is offering a 15% discount to all military personnel. This exclusive offer is their way of saying thank you for your service and dedication. They believe that every member deserves a treat, whether it’s for personal enjoyment or family fun. Click here to read offer details.

Dave & Busters

Veterans get a free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid veterans ID card on November 11.

Home Depot 

Offers a 10% discount to all Veterans during Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day. Home Depot offers a 10% discount year-round for active duty and retirees. If shopping with Hannaford To Go, use promo code VETERAN10 at checkout.*

FAMR

Is offering a 10% discount on their VOSB (Veteran Owned Small Business Certification) service throughout November. VOSB empowers veteran-owned businesses to be eligible to vie for federal contracts. For every VOSB sold in November, FAMR will also donate $50 to the Wounded Warrior Project in honor of American veterans.

Fire Department Coffee

In honor of Veteran’s Day on November 11th, Fire Department Coffee proudly announces 20% off our online store with code Veteran20. This code will be active from November 1st, 2024 at 12:00 AM CT to November 30th, 2024 at 11:59 PM CT.

Foot Locker

Veterans, Servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), and their immediate families with a Foot Locker Veterans Advantage Card receive a 10% discount every day of the year. That offer is good both online and at any store location, including Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Foot Action, and Champs Sports — even on-sale items.

Good Year

This Veteran’s Day, Goodyear Auto Service and Just Tires invite the U.S. military and first responder communities to enjoy special discounts at any of its more than 550 locations nationwide, as well as take advantage of the free car care checks currently being offered. See offers here.

Kohl’s

Kohl’s offers a weekly in-store discount for service members every Monday. Military discounts are available for all military members and U.S. Veterans and are honored in-store only.)

LL Bean

Is offering 10% off your order. You will need to sign up for a SheerID account to receive your discount offer. Offer valid all year round.

Lowe’s 

All Veterans receive the 10-percent discount on Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, and the Fourth of July. The offer is available in stores only and is limited to in-stock and special-order purchases of up to $5,000.

Mazda

Mazda, is offering a $500 cash bonus on the purchase or lease of any new vehicles for over 10 years as part of their Military Appreciation Incentive Program. The offer is available at all Mazda USA dealers for active-duty service members, reserves, and veterans. The program is also available to the Space Force branch, disabled veterans with a Summary of Benefits letter from the VA, service members retirees with 20 or more years of active service, and family members living in the same household. The end date for our current Military Appreciation Program incentive is October 31, 2024, although it may be extended. You can view all of the details on our promotions page HERE.

Ocean State Job Lot

 All Active Duty Military and Retired Personnel, Veterans, National Guard, Reservists, and their families spend $20 or more to get back 40% on a crazy deal gift card. Valid on everything in all stores. Valid 11/7 – 11/13/2024.

OZ Moving & Storage

American heroes can take advantage of a 10% discount on all local moving and storage services and a 5% discount on long-distance moves. For more details visit their website.

PC Liquidations

Get 10% off for military and veterans on any refurbished gadget products with no minimum purchase.

Red Roof Inn

Military, veterans and their families will receive 15% off their visit at any Red Roof Inn®, Red Roof PLUS+®, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof® or The Red Collection® property when they book and stay from October 11 – November 14, 2024. Guests can book directly with the hotel, on redroof.com, on the Red Roof app or by calling 800.RED.ROOF, using VP code 606732.

Samsung’s Military Discount Program

Through Samsung’s Military Offers Program, active and veteran service members and their families can enjoy as much as 30% off on phones, tablets, smartwatches, and more when shopping on Samsung.com. This includes products such as Tab S10 series, the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6. In addition, veterans can get up to 40% off Samsung products through Veterans Advantage. To access the discount, veterans must be enrolled in Veterans Advantage’s VetBenefits program.

Seaworld

SeaWorld is proud to honor those who serve and their families by extending the Military Annual Pass to include veterans as well as active duty military for a limited time. Veterans who purchase a Military Annual Pass will enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates and free parking through the end of 2025. Veterans and active duty United States Armed Forces personnel can purchase a Military Pass online at WavesOfHonor.com or select military bases. Complementary single-day admission is also available to active duty military, along with discounted admission for their family members.

Target

Target is offering a 10% Military Discount on In-Store & online Purchases. To get this promotion, you will need to Register HERE. The coupon will be sent available through Target Circle. Offer valid 10/27- 11/11.

True REST Float Spa

True REST is committed to helping veterans and active military. They will donate free floats on the 11th of each month – every month. Each flotation therapy session is 60 minutes and encourages rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Please call a participating spa available at TrueREST.com/free-floats-for-military-veterans. Military individuals must mention they qualify over the phone and provide a military ID or on the day of the appointment.

Tractor Supply

 This Veterans Day, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service and their dependents will receive 15% off their entire purchase at Tractor Supply. This discount will be offered on November 11th. And will be available at all of Tractor Supply’s stores.

Verizon Wireless

As a valued active service member or veteran, Verizon offers a listing of discounted services for Veterans.

Walgreens

On Friday, Nov. 8 through Monday, Nov. 11, veterans, military, and their families will receive 20 percent off regular price eligible store items* at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore nationwide

Veteran’s Day Free Services

Autobell Car Wash

Autobell Car Wash will offer all veterans and active-duty service members a free Ride-Thru Exterior wash, or an equivalent credit toward another wash option, at all Autobell locations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware on Monday, November 11, 2024 (rain date will be Tuesday, November 12). No coupon, barcode, or ID is required.

Great Clips

Veterans and current active members who are serving can get a FREE Haircut at Great Clips on Veterans Day!

Hoffman’s Car Wash 

This Veterans Day, all active or retired military personnel can receive a free Hoffman car wash. Plus get a Hoffman Jiffy Lube Signature Service oil change for $9.99.

Colonial Car Wash

Free Car Wash for veterans & active military on 11/11

Free Fishing Days 

Veteran’s Day has been declared a free fishing day. Anyone can fish the fresh or marine waters of New York State and no license is required.

Hotels

Get 10% off hotel booking at select hotels with a verified Troop ID.

Sport Clips

Veterans and active-duty U.S. service members with proof of service can stop in on November 11, to get a free haircut at any participating Sport Clips.

US National Park Service 

 The U.S. National Park Service is waiving fees at most of its day-use recreation sites over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, 11/11. Go online to find a national forest or grassland near you.

Veteran’s Day Free Meal Deals

We have not confirmed all listed restaurants as participating in 2024. Those not confirmed are indicated with *

7-Eleven

7-Eleven has partnered with Veterans Advantage to offer exclusive deals to America’s veterans.

Applebees 

All Veterans and Active Duty Military who visit an Applebee’s on November 11 will receive a free meal and $5 towards their next meal.

Bar Louie

Active-duty military and veterans get a free Craft Burger on November 11 with a valid ID. Dine-in only. Check our restaurant search tool to find locations in the Dinova dining program.

Bob Evans 

Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Dine-in only. Choose from one of 10 farm-fresh breakfast items from a special menu available all day. 

Bonefish Grill

Bonefish celebrates those who serve our country and community with 10% off their check all day, every day. Active-duty service members and veterans get a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp with a soft beverage on November 11 with valid ID.

Bruegger’s Bagels

Veterans and active-duty military get a free hot or iced coffee (any size) with a purchase in-store on November 11. 

California Kitchen

Veterans and active-duty military members get a complimentary meal November 11. They will also receive a BOGO offer to redeem for a pizza, pasta or salad of equal or lesser value that can be redeemed from November 12 to November 25. 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

Veterans and active-duty military that dine in on November 11 receive an appetizer or dessert and a non-alcoholic beverage with military ID.

Chili’s 

All veterans & active military members can get a free meal (from a select menu) on Veterans Day November 11 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available for in-restaurant only.

Circle K

All day Nov. 11th at every location that serves coffee throughout the U.S., Circle K will be honoring all military members and thanking them for their service with this free coffee. This offer will be available through the Circle K App. Follow the instructions under the deal tab.

Cracker Barrel 

On Veterans Day, November 11, veterans get a complimentary pancake breakfast.

Denny’s

Offers all active, inactive, and veteran military personnel with valid ID will get a free Grand Slam on Veteran’s Day. This offer is for dine-in only. The offer is valid for dine-in only at participating locations from 5 a.m. to noon* with a valid military ID.

Dunkin Donuts

On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, with no purchase necessary.

Farmers Boy

Farmer Boys will be offering a FREE Big Cheese burger to all Veterans and active duty military on Monday, November 11th! The Big Cheese® is made with a ¼ lb 100% USDA fire-grilled pure beef patty, American cheese, crisp lettuce, freshly sliced tomato, dill pickles, yellow onion, and house-made thousand island dressing on a toasted sesame seed bun. 

Golden Corral 

It is celebrating military appreciation night on Veterans Day. On 11/11/2024, from 5 PM to close, all veterans and active military will enjoy a dine-in experience.

Hy-Vee

On Monday, Nov. 11, we invite veterans and active-duty military members to enjoy a free buffet-style breakfast from 6-10 a.m. at Hy-Vee stores. Veterans and active-duty military members can also receive 15% off their grocery purchases in store or online using code VETS2024, valid Monday, Nov. 11 only.

Hooters 

On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, vets or active-duty military who present proof of service or a military ID, with the purchase of a beverage, may order a free dinner entree from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu. This offer is valid for dine-in only at participating Hooters locations. The menu includes five of Hooters’ select entrees:

1. 10-Piece Boneless Wings
2. Hooters Burger
3. Grilled Chicken Sandwich
4. Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
5. Buffalo Chicken Salad

IHOP 

All active duty and Veterans are invited to come in and enjoy Free Red, White, & Blue Pancakes on Monday, November 11, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. IHOP also offers a 10% military discount to veterans and active-duty members

Krispy Kreme

On Veterans Day Saturday, November 11th, Krispy Kreme will celebrate our veterans the sweetest way we know how: a free doughnut and coffee! Veterans can treat themselves to one free doughnut and brewed coffee; it’s just one of our ways to say thank you for your service.

Little Caesar

On Monday, November 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., veterans and active military can enjoy a complimentary Lunch Combo, which includes four slices of Little Caesars signature Detroit-style Deep Dish pizza and a 20-ounce Pepsi beverage.

Menchies

First 6 oz. free cups of frozen yogurt to veterans and active-duty military all day on 11/11. You’ll need to show military ID or dress in uniform to receive this offer.

Olive Garden

On November 11, veterans and current members of the military who dine in get a free entrée from a special menu.

Outback Steak House

Will be offering a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage. Family members might also find a discount as well as anyone with a military ID for a certain amount of time. Veterans who show proof of service can get this deal. Valid November 11th. Plus, get 10% off your entire check every day.

Red Lobster 

Red Lobster is offering FREE Veteran’s Shrimp & Chips* – featuring six Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, served with cocktail sauce and ketchup, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw – on Monday, November 11th. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this dine-in only offer. Additionally, Red Lobster shows appreciation for Veterans every day by offering 10% off their check** when dining in-restaurant, with proof of service or valid Military ID.

Red Robin

A free Tavern Double Burger with bottomless fries to all veterans and active-duty military any time on 11/11 for dine-in or to-go. This dine-in offer is for a Red’s Big Tavern Burger* and side Bottomless Steak Fries only on Monday, Nov. 11, not valid for online or to-go orders. Substitutions or additions may result in an added charge.

Sheetz

On Saturday, November 11, Sheetz invites all veterans and active duty military personnel to enjoy a free half-turkey sub and a regular-size fountain drink at any of Sheetz’s 700+ store locations. The offer includes extras & add-ons to the sub. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash to veterans and active duty military. This offer only applies to the $9 car wash option and is only available at Sheetz stores that have a car wash.

Stewarts Shops

Will be offering 99¢ single scoop cones for everyone on 11/11 in honor of Veterans Day!

Starbucks

Veterans, military service members, and military spouses get a free tall (12-oz) hot brewed coffee at participating stores on November 11.

Texas Roadhouse 

At participating locations, active-duty military and veterans can dine in or receive a meal voucher on Nov. 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a form of military ID. These vouchers are good for dine in or carry out at a later time. The voucher is good until May 30, 2025. If you choose to dine in on November 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m, there will be a specific menu to select from.

Texas de Brazil

We at Texas de Brazil would like to say “Thank You” to the heroes out there by offering a 15% Texas de Brazil discount on dine-in dinner and lunch prices (salad area only too!) for service members, EMS, and teachers! 

Wendy’s

In honor of Veterans Day, Wendy’s^® is thanking those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Military with a FREE breakfast combo offer* with a valid military ID or a Veterans Advantage card.

Whataburger

This Veterans Day, Whataburger is saying “thank you” to the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country with a free 16-ounce Hot or Iced Coffee. Starting Nov. 11, veterans and active-duty armed forces members in uniform or with a valid ID can stop by any dining room to grab their free coffee.

White Castle

White Castle is celebrating Veterans Day by offering a free individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal to all veterans and active-duty service members who dine at a participating White Castle restaurant. The special offer is valid on Monday, Nov. 11.

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