60 Freebies & Discounts for Veterans Day 2024

Veterans Day, celebrated annually on November 11, is a day set aside to show appreciation for our military heroes and Veterans for their service and sacrifice to keep our nation safe. While many retailers, like Target and Home Depot, offer year-round military discounts, many restaurants and businesses offer free meals and special deals only for Veterans Day. Please note that while some of these offers are exclusively available on November 11, others may extend throughout the entire month of November. Be sure to check the details for each promotion to maximize your savings!

Many of our members and employee team are Veterans, or spouses of Veterans, and we want to say a sincere thank you for your service. We stand ready to serve you and your families on Veterans Day and every day. 

Here's a list of 60 November 11 freebies and discounts to help you plan your day around the deals!

• 7-Eleven—Free coffee or Big Gulp for Veterans and active-duty military members when you sign in or register with 7Rewards.
• Amazon—20% discount on Veterans Day. No ID required.
• Apple—Verify through ID.me and take 10% off select items.
• Applebee's—Free meal off a special menu for Veterans and active-duty military.
• AT&T—25% off select cell phone plans.
• B&Bs for Vets—The Association of Lodging Professionals lists bed and breakfasts that offer a free room on November 10 and 11 to Veterans and active-duty military, so they can attend Veterans Day observances. Preference is to those who haven't participated, available in all 50 states.
• Bob Evans—Special free menu for Veterans.
• Bonefish Grill—Active-duty service members and veterans get a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp and a soft beverage with valid ID.
• Buffalo Wild Wings—Free order of boneless wings and side of fries for all Veterans, active-duty military, both dine-in and takeout, at participating U.S. locations.
• California Pizza Kitchen—Free meal and non-alcoholic drink from a special menu Nov. 8-10, both dine-in and takeout for Veterans, active-duty military; 20% of all sales on those three days will be donated to Disabled American Veterans.
• Car wash—Nonprofit Grace for Vets has compiled more than 1,500 independent car washes across the U.S. that provide free car washes to Veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
• CheapOAir—Save up to $25 off CheapOAir's fees on flights when you book now through November 15. Use promo code VTRN25.
• Chevys Fresh Mex—Veterans and active-duty military get a free two-Item combo when dining in November 10 and 11. Must show uniformed service identification. Promo code VET 2-ITEM.
• Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia—Free admission for Veterans, active-duty military, and families on Veterans Day weekend.
• Cracker Barrel—In-store specials on November 11 for veterans, including free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with their meal; promotions throughout November to support military families, in partnership with Operation Homefront.
• Dave & Buster's—Veterans get a free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid Veterans ID card.
• Dell Electronics—10% discount for Veterans purchases.
• Denny's—Free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 am until noon for Veterans, active-duty military.
• Dunkin'—Free doughnut, all locations nationwide, no purchase necessary, for Veterans, active-duty military. (Veterans get 10% off doughnuts and coffee year-round.)
• Golfpass —Take 20% off a full year of golf benefits, including $120 in tee time credits, waived booking fees, curated instructional videos, and more.
• Golden Corral—Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on November 11 from 5 pm to close. This includes a free "thank you" meal when dining in.
• Great Clips—Veterans and active-duty military can get a free haircut on November 11, or a coupon to use later.
• Great Wolf Lodge—Get up to 25% off your stay.
• Greene Turtle—Veterans receive a free meal up to $15 with valid ID on November 11. Dine-in only.
• IHOP—Free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes for Veterans, active-duty military, all locations, for dine-in customers.
• Ikea—Veterans get a free meal in-store.
• Jiffy Lube—Get a free signature oil change on Veterans Day (15% discount year-round). Offer excludes batteries, rakes, alignment and diagnostic services.
• Kohls—Get a 15% in-store discount. Cannot be used with other discounts.
• Krispy Kreme—Free doughnut and coffee for Veterans.
• L.L. Bean—Boosts their year-round 10% discount for Veterans and active-duty military to 15% November 1-11.
• Lululemon—Get a 15% discount for in-store purchases. You can use the discount on markdown prices also.
• Macaroni Grill—Free Mom's Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti for Veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
• Melting Pot—Get a free meal with the purchase of a full-priced four-course meal on Veterans Day. Select locations only.
• Mission BBQ—Veterans get a free sandwich on November 11.
• National Parks—All U.S. national parks and historic sites managed by the National Park Service will have free admission for all visitors November 11.
• Office Depot/Office Max—Veterans and dependents can save 25% off qualifying purchases, both regular and sale-priced items.
• Old Navy—Get a 20% discount on your purchase.
• Olive Garden—Free entrée from a special menu (includes breadsticks and choice of soup or salad) for Veterans and active-duty military.
• Outback Steakhouse—Free bloomin' onion and Coca-Cola for Veterans and active-duty military.
• Paramount+—Get 25% off any streaming plan.
• Rack Room Shoes—Take 20% off entire purchase. Dependents included. In-store only.
• Rise Up Coffee—Offers Veterans and active service members a free drink on Veterans Day. A valid military ID is required.
• Road Runner Sports—Get a 10% discount, but bump that up to 20% when you join the VIP Family program.
• Sheetz—On November 11, Veterans and active-duty military get a free half turkey sub and regular size fountain drink at any location. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash for Veterans and active-duty military. This offer only applies to the $9 car wash option and is only available at stores that have a car wash. Military ID or proof of service must be presented.
• Sherwin-Williams—Get 15% off paint, stains, and painting supplies.
• Shoney's—Free all-you-care-to-eat breakfast until 11 am for Veterans and active-duty military.
• Sleep Number—Take 20% off most Sleep Number 360 smart beds, all bases, and most bedding purchases.
• Smoothie King—Free 20-ounce smoothie for Veterans and active-duty military.
• Sports Clips – Free haircuts for Veterans and active-duty military at select locations.
• Starbucks—Free 12-ounce (tall) hot-brewed coffee for Veterans, active-duty military, reservists, and military spouses.
• Target—Military and Veterans get 10% off their entire order through November 11, 2024. The discount can be used twice, and is available for military family members as well. To use the discount, add your military affiliation to your Target Circle account via ID.me.
• Texas Roadhouse—At participating locations, active-duty military and Veterans can dine in or receive a meal voucher on November 11 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm with a form of military ID. If you choose to dine in on November 11, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, there will be a specific menu to select from.
• TGI Fridays—Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free lunch on November 11 from 10 am to 3 pm from a select menu.
• T-Mobile—Save 40% on family lines.
• Under Armour—Verify through ID.me for 20% off all purchases. Family members included. Use the discount while shopping on UA.com, UA App, and UA Brand House. Get 10% off at UA Factory House. Choose "Military and First Responder Discount" at checkout.
• Uno's Pizzeria & Grill—Free entrée or individual pizza with the purchase of second meal of equal or greater value for Veterans and active-duty military.
• Walgreen's—Veterans and family members receive 20% off regular priced, eligible items. In-store only.
• Wawa—Veterans, active-duty military, and family members get a free any size hot coffee on November 11.
• Wendy's—Free small breakfast combo, no purchase necessary, for Veterans and active-duty military.
• White Castle—Free breakfast combo or Castle Combo for Veterans and active-duty military.

Things to know before you go

Most businesses that offer Veterans Day deals and discounts require proof of service, and the means of proof can vary, depending on the business, as well as whether you're a Veteran or active-duty military.

Here's a list of the most common proofs of service, and most businesses will likely accept:

• Veteran ID Card (VIC), issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs
• Uniform Services ID Card
• Common Access Card (CAC)
• Veteran designation on a state driver's license or ID
• Dependent ID Card
• DD Form 214 (DD214 – the discharge form used to access VA benefits)
• Department of Defense Form 2 (the form that identifies service members as reserved, retired, or reserve-retired)

Some businesses with online deals and discounts also use an ID service, like ID.me, VerifyPass, or SheerID, which are accredited official identity programs. Many businesses also partner with Veterans Advantage, a free military benefits program that connects Veterans and military members with discounts and other deals. If you join, your ID information is part of being a member.

It's a good idea to call ahead to check what kind of ID you'll need. Some businesses are very specific; others just want to make sure you're a Veteran or military member.

Also, since restaurant and store policies can change quickly, be sure to double-check they are offering the deal before you sit down to eat, shop online, or visit a retail store.

Bonus tip: American Legion, VFW, and other Veterans' organizations, as well as churches, Elks lodges, community nonprofits, and more, host free special breakfasts, lunches, dinners, parades, giveaways, and events on Veterans Day for Veterans. Check your local news listings and search on Google to see what's happening in your area.