Veterans Day Deals and Freebies

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Last Updated: November 11, 2025 6:12 am EST

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Veteran's Day Deals and Freebies

 

Here is the list of freebies & deals for all Active Duty Military & Veterans for Veteran’s Day which is November 11th. As always, call first to make sure your local establishment is participating before making a special trip!

Non-Restaurant Deals:

B&B’s for Vets: offers a free night’s stay to active and retired military and one guest each on and around November 11th. Space is limited, so be sure to make your reservation as soon as possible.

Colonial Williamsburg: Free admission ticket for Military families (check their website for details)

Historic Jamestowne: Free admission on 11/11!

National Parks: Free entrance on Veteran’s Day (includes entrance fee)

Publix: 10% off Groceries for Veterans, Military Personnel, and their families on 11/11

Target: offers 10% off a storewide purchase in stores. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering here. After eligibility has been verified, guests can use the exclusive Target Circle offer in-store or online, available for two-time use.

Restaurant Deals (always call ahead if you are making a special trip as offers can vary by area):

Applebee’s — This Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, Applebee’s is proud to honor those who serve and have served our country. All active duty military, veterans, reserves, and National Guard members who dine in the restaurant will receive a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu as a heartfelt thank-you for their service.

Buca di Beppo is offering a free lunch entrée to all veterans and active-duty military with a valid ID. The offer will be available on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, and guests can select any pasta from the lunch specials menu.

Buffalo Wild Wings — On November 11, veterans and active-duty service members get 10 free boneless wings and fries with valid ID. Available for dine-in or, if ordering from a Buffalo Wild Wings GO location, available for walk-in/orders placed at the counter only.

California Pizza Kitchen – All veterans and active duty receive a free meal on Veterans Day. Offer valid for veterans and active military only on Nov. 11, 2025, choose one entrée from our special Veterans Day menu, dine-in only.

Chicken Salad Chick — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal at all locations.  Valid in restaurant or drive thru only. Not valid on online orders or delivery orders. Must show military ID/DD214 to redeem this special offer. Valid at ALL Chicken Salad Chick locations. 

Chili’s — Today and every day we thank you, our veterans and active military members who define selfless service. We look forward to once again showing our gratitude with a free Veterans Day meal as a small way to honor your service and the sacrifices you’ve made for our country. All veterans & active military members can get a free meal on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2025 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items.

Chipotle — The military community can enjoy any entrée and get a second entrée for free from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov.11 at restaurants across the U.S.  All guests with a valid military ID are eligible for the promotion.  How It Works: On Tuesday, November 11 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time, guests who present their valid military ID at any U.S. Chipotle restaurant and enjoy an entrée in-restaurant will receive a second entrée for free.* The promotion applies to Chipotle bowls, burritos, salads and taco entrees.

Cracker Barrel— Veterans, we thank and salute you. Enjoy a free sunrise pancake special this Veterans Day. Valid on 11/11/25, while supplies last. Dine-in only, proof of military service required.

Denny’s — This Veterans Day, Denny’s invites active and retired military personnel to America’s Diner to enjoy a FREE Original Grand Slam® from 5 a.m. (store open) to noon local time at participating locations nationwide. The iconic, guest-favorite meal features two delicious and fluffy buttermilk pancakes, two crispy strips of bacon, two sausage links and two eggs made to order. To redeem this offer, veterans and active-duty military need to present a valid military ID or DD 214.

Fogo de Chao — We appreciate our service members, so as a thank you, FOGO is offering a special deal through Veterans Day Weekend. With a valid military ID, active-duty personnel and veterans will receive 50% off Full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco meals fr themselves, and 10% off  Full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco meals for their guests. Valid Nov. 7 through Nov. 11.

Hooters — On November 11, retired and active-duty military who present proof of service or a military ID, with purchase of a beverage, may order one free meal from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu. This offer is valid to for dine-in only at participating locations.

IN-N-OUT Burger — This Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, In-N-Out Burger will show its appreciation for all veterans, active-duty military, reserves and National Guard by offering a complimentary meal, including any burger, fries, and beverage on In-N-Out Burger’s menu. All current and former members of the U.S. military will additionally receive a special edition Veterans Day decal. U.S. veterans and active duty-military are respectfully asked to present proof of military service to receive the complimentary made-to-order meal of choice offered at all In-N-Out Burger locations open from 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Logan’s Roadhouse — This Veterans Day, our miliary eats free on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Active-duty military and veterans enjoy one free meal from our Veterans Day menu with proof of service.

Mission BBQ — Veterans get a free sandwich on November 11.

Olive Garden — To thank members of the military for their service, Olive Garden is offering those that dine-in on November 11 a complimentary entrée from a special menu.

On the Border — On November 11, active-duty military and veterans with a military ID or proof of military service who dine in get a free Choose 2 Combo Meal. This offer is valid at participating locations.

Outback Steakhouse — We’re honoring military mates with a free Aussie 3-course meal. Enjoy a starter, choice of select entrée, and dessert when you dine in restaurant on Nov. 10 and 11 to celebrate the Marine Corp birthday and Veterans Day. Show your military ID to your server to redeem.

Red Robin – Veterans and active-duty military guests can enjoy a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side when dining in at participating restaurants on November 11.

Starbucks — Starbucks is honoring those who have served with a free tall (12-ounce) brewed coffee (hot or iced) for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating U.S. stores and licensed locations on November 11.

Texas Roadhouse — On Veterans Day, we’re honored to offer free meals to veterans and active military members across the country.

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  1. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    And it’s back!

  2. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    I will the Monday after Black Friday. I promise!

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    pmack

    i wish you would bring back the “free stuff” tab it makes searching a little easier

  4. MD Pierce Avatar
    MD Pierce

    SheerID has been a pain for me. IDme was easy. There is always an issue with SheerID. . .at least for me. My husband is retired Air Force/Air National Guard.

  5. Brooke Richardson Avatar
    Brooke Richardson

    Buffalo Wild wings is giving 10 free boneless and order of fries today. Dine in or carrout only.

    Dairy queen is giving 1 free medium blizzard to all veterans.

  6. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    We played around with it yesterday. Let me know what you think!

  7. Joe Avatar
    Joe

    I like your site and appreciate the deals you post. Is there any way to get rid of that obtrusive share menu? It’s great to make it easy to share but I can’t even see stuff on your site unless I scroll it above or below that menu. It really ruins the experience.

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    Carolyn

    Love these Veteran’s Day deals. My husband served it is nice to see the thank yous from businesses in our community:

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