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Veterans Day 2024: Restaurants, Retailers, and Attractions Offer Special Deals and Discounts to Honor Military Personnel

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As Veterans Day approaches, businesses across the country are offering special discounts and free meals to show appreciation for the service and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans, active-duty servicemembers, and their families. Below is a roundup of some of the best deals available this Veterans Day, from free meals at restaurants to exclusive discounts on retail items and admission to attractions.

Restaurants Offering Free Meals and Discounts

  • 54th Street Grill: Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a free meal (up to $10) on Veterans Day. Dine-in only.
  • Applebee’s: For the 17th consecutive year, Applebee’s is offering a free Veterans Day meal to veterans and active-duty military members. Choose from a selection of entrees. Dine-in only.
  • Aspen Creek Grill: Veterans and active military members can receive a $15 meal voucher on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Bandana’s BBQ: Veterans and active military get a free pulled pork sandwich with one side. Proof of service required.
  • California Pizza Kitchen: Enjoy a complimentary entrée and drink from a special prix fixe menu, plus a Buy-One-Get-One coupon for a future visit.
  • Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a special Veterans Day menu.
  • Denny’s: Denny’s offers a free Original Grand Slam® breakfast to all active and retired military personnel.
  • IHOP: Veterans and active military can enjoy a free red, white & blue pancake combo on Veterans Day from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Red Robin: A free Red’s Big Tavern Burger, served with bottomless steak fries, is available to veterans and active-duty military on Nov. 11.
  • Texas Roadhouse: Veterans and active military members can enjoy a free meal from a select menu at participating locations.
  • Golden Corral: Military Appreciation Night will take place on Nov. 11 from 4 p.m. – close, with a free “thank you” meal for veterans, retirees, and active-duty military.

Retail Discounts and Offers

  • Academy Sports + Outdoors: From Oct. 20 – Nov. 11, military members and first responders can receive a 10% discount on all purchases online or in-store.
  • AutoNation: Veterans and active military personnel receive a 20% discount on all services at AutoNation locations from Nov. 11-16.
  • Target: Military personnel, veterans, and their families can enjoy a 10% discount with a Target Circle offer, valid both in-store and online, until Nov. 11.
  • Rack Room Shoes: Active military members and veterans can enjoy a 20% discount on Veterans Day at participating Rack Room Shoes locations.
  • Red Roof Inn: Active military, veterans, and their families can save 15% on stays from Oct. 11 – Nov. 14.
  • Sleep Number: Veterans, active-duty, retired, and reservist personnel receive an additional 10% off purchases at Sleep Number stores.
  • Walgreens: From Nov. 8-11, military personnel and their families can receive a 20% discount on eligible items at Walgreens and Duane Reade locations nationwide.

Attractions Offering Free Admission for Veterans

  • 9/11 Memorial & Museum: Veterans, active-duty military, and their families can visit the Memorial & Museum for free from Nov. 7-11.
  • Colonial Williamsburg: Active-duty military, veterans, and their families can enjoy free admission to Colonial Williamsburg from Nov. 8-11, with special Veterans Day programming.
  • Cincinnati Zoo: Veterans and active military members can enjoy free admission on Nov. 11.
  • Harley-Davidson Museum: Veterans and active-duty military members receive free admission (plus one adult guest and up to four children) from Nov. 9-11. Enjoy a free meal at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant with proof of service.
  • Indianapolis Zoo: All active and former military members receive free admission to the Indianapolis Zoo on Veterans Day.
  • Country Music Hall of Fame: On Nov. 11, veterans and active military receive free admission, plus up to three family members can join for free.

Specialty Deals for Veterans

  • Great Clips: On Nov. 11, veterans and active military members can enjoy a free haircut or receive a card for a future visit. Non-military customers can also pick up a free haircut card to give to a service member.
  • Sports Clips: Participating locations will offer free haircuts to veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day as part of the “Help A Hero” campaign.
  • Ziggi’s Coffee: Veterans and active military can receive a complimentary 16oz drink of their choice on Nov. 11 at any Ziggi’s location.
  • Casey’s: Veterans can enjoy a free coffee or fountain drink on Nov. 11, with year-round offers for active-duty military and first responders.

Whether you’re looking for a free meal at your favorite restaurant, a discount on retail purchases, or a special outing with family, these offers provide a great way to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. military. Remember to bring proper identification, as many businesses require proof of service to redeem these offers. Be sure to check with the locations for any additional restrictions or requirements.