100+ Veterans Day Military Deals and Discounts for 2025

While military and other organizations across the country pause to honor veterans on Nov. 11, businesses also get into the spirit.

Veterans Day, the days around it, and even the entire month of November, is a great opportunity for veterans, military members, and their families to find military discounts and freebies.

Free meals are a nice salute to service, but retail stores, services and even parks and zoos also recognize veterans with free items, deals and discounts.

Check out 100+ places – in alphabetical order! – where vets and military members can get free or discounted services from businesses.

How Do You Get a Veterans Day Discount?

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.

Any of the following are proof 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)

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.

Some businesses with online deals and discounts also use an ID service, like VerifyPass or SheerID, which are accredited official identity programs. They have a monthly fee but help protect your identity and are efficient if you often take advantage of veterans or military discounts.

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.

Some businesses also offer Veterans Day discounts to members of the reserves, National Guard, ROTC and more, even if they don’t specify that in their promotion.

Before heading out, or clicking on “buy,” for online deals, be sure you understand what’s required to get your veterans’ freebie or discount. Discounts and deals also may change year to year, so make sure the deal is still in place before heading out.

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Veterans Day Restaurant Deals & Free Meals

Restaurants, coffee shops, pubs and more across America have Veterans Day deals, many with free meals or items for vets and active-duty military members.

These are just some of what’s available on Veteran’s Day. Check locally to see if your favorite restaurant has a Veterans Day deal. Restaurant policies can change quickly, so be sure to double-check before you sit down to eat. Deals are for Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted and require ID, unless noted.

1. 7-Eleven – Free coffee or Big Gulp, must sign in or register with 7Rewards, for veterans, active-duty military members.
2. Another Broken Egg Cafe – Complimentary Patriot French Toast topped with strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream as well as a Barista House Blend Coffee for dine-in guest only.
3. Applebee’s – Free meal off a special menu for veterans, active-duty military.
4. Beef ‘O’ Brady’s (national chain) – Free burger and fries all day for veterans, active miliary at participating locations, no proof of service required. Tax, alcohol, gratuity not included.
5. Aroma Joe’s Coffee – Free coffee, up to 24 ounces, for veterans, active-duty military.
6. Big Boy – Veterans and active-duty military can pick up voucher on Nov. 11 for a free future meal at participating locations.
7. BIGGBY – Any 16 ounce beverage of choice for $1.99 for veterans, all military personnel.
8. Bob Evans – Special free menu for veterans.
9. Brugger’s Bagels – Free medium fresh-brewed coffee (hot or iced) when veterans buy a breakfast.
10. The Brass Tap (national chain) – Free burger and fries all day for veterans, active military, no proof of service required. Tax, alcohol, gratuity not included.
11. 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.
12. California Pizza Kitchen – Free entree and non-alcoholic drink from a special menu, dine-in only, for veterans, active-duty military.
13. Casey’s General Store (Midwest) – Free coffee on Nov. 11; for month of November, $1 donated for every online or in-app purchase of a large pizza and two-liter Pepsi brand drink to organizations that support disabled veterans, families of military members.
14. Chili’s Grill & Bar – Free meal from a special menu for veterans, active-duty military.
15. Country Kitchen Restaurants – Free country scramble for veterans, active-duty military at participating locations.
16. Cracker Barrel – In-store specials and menu items on for veterans at participating locations.
17. Crooked Pint Ale House (Arizona, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin) – Veterans and active-duty military eat free from special menu.
18. Cumberland Farms – Free coffee to veterans, active-duty military, no ID or uniform required, just tell cashier at checkout.
19. Denny’s – Free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon for veterans, active-duty military.
20. Duffy’s Sports Grill (Florida) – Veterans free dine-in meal (price limit), active-duty service members 40% off, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
21. Dunkin’ – Free doughnut for veterans, active-duty military, all locations, no purchase necessary.
22. Einstein Bros. Bagels – Free medium coffee (hot or iced) for veterans, active-duty military.
23. El Chico Café – Veterans and active-duty military eat for free, price limit.
24. El Fenix Mexican Restaurant (Texas) – Free dinner for veterans from choice of entrees.
25. Famous Dave’s – Free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich Lunch, with choice of side, for veterans, active-duty military. If ordering online, use code VETERAN25 at checkout.
26. Firehouse Subs – Free medium sub, chips or a cookie, and drink, for veterans, active military.
27. Food City (Virginia, Kentucky) – Veterans, active military free meal from deli hot bar (price limit).
28. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers – Veterans get a card on Nov. 11, valid through Dec. 31, for a free Freddy’s Original Double combo meal (no purchase necessary).
29. Friendly’s – Free breakfast, lunch or dinner for veterans, active-duty military.
30. Golden Corral – Veterans eat for free, Military Appreciation Night, 4 p.m.-closing.
31. Granite City (national chain) – Free entrée from special menu for veterans, choice of non-alcoholic beverage, active duty military, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., available for dine-in, to-go and online ordering. Not valid for delivery. If ordering online, use code VETERANS25.
32. Hard Rock Café – Free Legendary Steak Burger for veterans, active-duty military.
33. IHOP – Free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes for veterans, active-duty military, all locations, for dine-in customers.
34. Huddle House – Free MVP breakfast platter for veterans, active-duty military, dine-in only.
35. Huey Magoo’s – Free meal for one for veterans, active-duty military, when a companion buys a meal for one and two beverages.
36. Hy-Vee Supermarkets – Free breakfast buffet for veterans, active-duty military.
37. In-N-Out Burger (Western states) – Free burger, fries and drink for veterans, active-duty military.
38. Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut and coffee for veterans.
39. Kwik Fill (New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio) – Free coffee for veterans at all locations.
40. Lion’s Choice (Missouri, Illiinois) – Free original roast beef sandwich for veterans, active-duty military.
41. Little Caesars – Free Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for veterans, active-duty military at participating locations.
42. Logan’s Roadhouse – Free meal from American roadhouse menu for veterans, active-duty military from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. , participating locations.
43. Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que (Arizona, California, Nevada) – Free meal from choice of entrees for veterans, active duty military.
44. Luna Grill (California, Texas) – Free entrée for veterans who present app offer.
45. Macaroni Grill – Free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti for veterans, active-duty military.
46. Max & Erma’s (Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania) – Veterans get 25% off for entire (excluding alcohol, tip) at participating locations.
47. Metro Diner (multi-state chain) – 50% off any meal for veterans, active-duty military.
48. MOD Pizza (New Jersey, Pennsylvania) – Special offer for veterans, active-duty military and family.
49. Morton’s The Steakhouse – Discount for veterans, active-duty military and their parties.
50. Native Grill & Wings (Arizona, Illinois, Texas) – Free item from special selection (price limit) for veterans, active-duty military.
51. Nekter Juice Bar – Free fresh juice or superfood smoothie (16 ounces) for veterans.
52. Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub (Northeast states) – Free lunch entrée from special menu for veterans, active-duty military with purchase of any other entrée, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., dine-in only.
53. O’Charley’s – Free meal from a special menu for veterans at participating locations (price limit).
54. Olive Garden – Free entrée from a special menu for veterans, active-duty military.
55. On the Border – Free choose two combo for veterans, active-duty military, dine-in only, at participating locations.
56. Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt – Discount on cup of frozen yogurt for veterans, active-duty military.
57. Outback Steakhouse — Free bloomin’ onion and Coca-Cola for veterans, active-duty military.
58. Peet’s Coffee – Free drip coffee or tea for veterans, active-duty military.
59. Perkins American Food Co. – Free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal for veterans, active-duty military, dine-in only, at participating locations.
60. Perry’s Steakhouse – Free pork chop dinner with purchase of a dinner entrée, or specially priced three-course dinner, for veterans, active-duty military, dine-in only, reservations required.
61. Petro TA Travel Centers of America – Free meal, including beverage, for veterans, active-duty military, reservists, at participating locations.
62. Pie Five Pizza – Free personal pizza at participating locations, dine-in only, for veterans, active-duty military.
63. Pizza Inn (Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas) – Free buffet and other deals for veterans, active-duty military, at participating locations.
64. Playa Bowls – Offering free bowls for all veterans, active duty, and retired military personnel with a valid ID
65. Primanti Bros. (Maryland, Pennsylvania) – Free item for veterans, dine-in only, at participating locations.
66. Primo Hoagies (New Jersey, Pennsylvania) – Free 20-ounce beverage and 1-ounce bag of chips with purchase of Primo-size hoagie for veterans.
67. Quaker Steak & Lube (Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia) – Free or discounted meals for veterans, active-duty military, reservists, at participating locations.
68. Red Lobster – Free designated meal for veterans, dine-in only, participating locations.
69. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers – Free Red’s Big Tavern Burger and bottomless steak fries, for veterans, active-duty military.
70. Rock & Brews – Free pulled pork sandwich or Strawberry Fields salad for veterans, active-duty military, at participating locations.
71. Roy Rogers – 10% off and a free Uncle Ralph’s brownie with purchase for veterans at participating locations.
72. Shane’s Rib Shack (Southeast states, New York, Arizona) – Free meal (choose from two entrees), for veterans, active-duty military, at participating locations.
73. Shari’s Café & Pies (Pacific Northwest) – Veterans day special for veterans and active-duty military.
74. Sheetz (Eastern U.S.) – Free sub and drink for veterans, active-duty military at any location, free car wash.
75. Shoney’s – Free All-American Burger or breakfast bar, dine-in only, for veterans, active-duty military.
76. Silver Fox Steakhouse (Texas) – Discount for veterans, active-duty military.
77. Smoothie King – Free 20-ounce red, white or blue smoothie for veterans and active-duty military 12– 3 p.m., in-store only.
78. Sonny’s BBQ (Southeast) – Free pork big deal (sandwich, side, drink) for veterans, active-duty military.
79. Starbucks – Free 12-ounce (tall) hot or iced coffee for veterans, active-duty military, reservists, military spouses.
80. Taco John’s (Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin) – Veterans Day special using promo code on Taco John’s app for veterans, active-duty military, reservists.
81. TCBY – First 6 ounce froyo free for veterans, active-duty military.
82. Texas Roadhouse – Free meal from selected menu, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at participating locations.
83. Thirsty Lion (Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, Texas) – Veterans, active-duty military eat for free.
84. Tuscan Brands restaurants – Veterans eat free, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
85. Uno’s Pizzeria & Grill – Free entrée for veterans, active-duty military, dine-in only.
86. Village Inn (BBQ Holdings national chain) – Free 2-2-2 Breakfast (2 eggs, 2 bacon strips or sausage links, 2 pancakes), all day, for veterans, all military personnel. If ordering online, use code VETERANS25.
87. Wendy’s – Free small breakfast combo, no purchase necessary, for veterans, active-duty military.
88. White Castle – Free breakfast combo or Castle combo for veterans, active-duty military.
89. Wienerschnitzel (Southwest, Northwest, Midwest) – Free chili dog, small fries, small soda for veterans, active-duty military, bring military ID or dress in uniform.
90. Wings and Rings (national chain) – Free lunch all day for veterans, active-duty military , dine in only.
91. Ziggi’s Coffee – Free 16-ounce drink for veterans at all locations.
92. American Legion, VFW and other veterans’ organizations, as well as churches, Elks lodges, community nonprofits and more, host special breakfasts, lunches and dinners on and around Veterans Day, at which veterans eat for free. Check local news listings to see what’s cooking in your area.

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Veterans Day Retail Discounts and Deals for the Military

Many retailers, including Target, Home Depot and Lowe’s, have year-round military discounts. Many businesses that offer services, including travel, auto and more, also offer deals year-round for veterans and military members.

Here are some that offer a special Veterans Day discount. Deals are for Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted and require ID, unless noted.:

B&Bs for Vets – The Association of Lodging Professionals lists B&Bs that offer a free room on Nov. 10 and 11 to veterans and active-duty military, so they can attend Veterans Day observances. Preference is to those who haven’t participated, all 50 states, click here for information.

93. Auto service – Many national chains, as well as local independent shops, offer free oil changes and other vehicle service to veterans on Veterans Day. Type “free auto service on Veterans Day near me” into your browser to see what’s available.
94. B&Bs for Vets – The Association of Lodging Professionals lists B&Bs that offer a free room on Nov. 10 and 11 to veterans and active-duty military, so they can attend Veterans Day observances. Preference is to those who haven’t participated, all 50 states, click here for information.
95. 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 Nov. 11, click here for information.
96. Great Clips – Veterans and active-duty military can get a free haircut on Nov. 11, or a coupon for one at a later date.
97. Maryland Transit Authority – Veterans and active-duty military ride from on all MTA transit, including Light Rail, MARC Train, and Commuter Bus. Must show a valid form of identification, such as a Department of Defense ID, Department of Veterans Affairs ID, or a Maryland driver’s license with a veteran designation.
98. Regal Cinemas – The national movie theater chain has special promotions on Veterans Day that range from free popcorn to free admission to selected movies.
99. Sports Clips – Free haircuts for veterans and active-duty military at some locations, click here for locations.

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Free Admission on Veterans Day (Parks, Museums & Zoos)

Many parks, museums and historic sites have Veterans Day deals – check in your area to see what’s offered. Here are some. Deals are for Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted and require ID, unless noted:

100. Brightwater Lagoon (Florida) Free admission for veterans, active-duty military throughout November.
101. Colonial Williamsburg (Virginia) – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military and families on Veterans Day weekend.
102. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (Nashville, Tennessee) – Veterans, active-duty military and up to three guests admitted free on Nov. 11.
103. Crayola Experience (all locations) – Free admission for veterans and active-duty military, discount for family members (varies by location).
104. Harley-Davidson Museum (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) – Free admission to veterans and active-duty military Veterans Day weekend.
105. Knotts Berry Farm (California) – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military during select Military Tribute Days in November and December.
106. Maine Wildlife Park – The wild animal park in Gray, Maine, run by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, offers free admission to veterans, active-duty military and their families on Nov. 11, the day it’s open for the season.
107. Six Flags America – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military on Veterans Day and following day, discounted admission for family members (up to four).
108. State Parks – Many states offer free or discounted admission for veterans and their families on Nov. 11; check with your state park service or the National Association of State Park Directors to see whether there is a Veterans Day discount or deal. Many also have year-round deals for veterans who are residents of the state, disabled or former POWs.
109. National Parks – All U.S. national parks and historic sites managed by the National Park Service have free admission for all visitors Nov. 11.
110. Zoos – Many zoos across the country offer free admission, as well as discounts or free admission to family members. Check with your local zoo to see if they have a Veterans Day deal. Some require tickets in advance, some are only valid at the ticket window, so check the website before making plans. Some of the Veterans Day zoo deals are:
     • Akron Zoo (Ohio) – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military; immediate family members get 50% off
     • Baton Rouge Zoo – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military the Saturday before Veterans Day, if the holiday doesn’t fall on a Saturday.
     • Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens (Ohio) – Free admission for veterans, active-duty military, reservists, National Guard and ROTC, and up to six half-off admissions for family members.
     • New Zoo and Adventure Park (Green Bay, Wisconsin) – Free admission to veterans, active-duty military and their families
     • North Carolina Zoo – Free admission to veterans, active-duty military and one guest during Military Appreciation Week, which includes Veteran Day.
     • Port Defiance Zoo & Aquarium – Veterans admitted free, and immediate family members get 50% off during Veterans Appreciation Days, which includes Veterans Day.
     • Zoo Miami – Veterans admitted free in the days surrounding Veterans Day, with up to six family members admitted for 25% off.
     • Zoo New England – Veterans and immediate family members admitted free to Franklin Park Zoo (Boston) and Stone Zoo (Stoneham, Massachusetts).