Veterans and active military personnel can get a bunch of freebies and discounts on Veterans Day (11/11). Find them all here.
Don’t forget to see what other days are celebrated throughout the year with the rest of our National Days posts.
November 11th is Veterans Day. For some, it’s a day to thank the veterans. For others, it’s a remembrance of the time spent defending our freedom. And for restaurants, it’s a way to offer Veteran’s Day deals to say thank you.
I know a free burger isn’t enough to say thank you.
There’s no big enough way to say thank you, thank you for leaving your families so we can stay free with ours; thank you for becoming friends and family with other servicemen and women so you can all serve the best way possible, thank you for trusting those in command; thank you for missing holidays and birthdays so we can be safe at home.
Both my grandpas were a veterans, serving before my time but still serving nonetheless, and today just reminds me of the sacrifices they made, decades ago, so that I could be free.
If you are a serviceman or woman, or a veteran, my heart is with you and your family today. If you’re a veteran (or actively serving, but on shore duty), I’m glad you’re home with your family and hope you can take advantage of these deals. And if you’re actively serving and deployed, I can’t wait until you’re home and can take advantage of these deals another year.
If you’re not a military member, but you feel compelled to do something to show your support today, we have a great list with our Top Military And Veteran Owned Businesses To Support.
Of course, you don’t have to only show support for these businesses today. You can support them every day. I’m sure they’d appreciate it.
2025 Veterans Day Deals For Veterans & Active Military Personnel
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All offers are available on Veteran’s Day (11/11) unless otherwise noted.
A & W Restaurants
From November 1 to 16, all Veterans and Active-Duty Military can get a complimentary combo meal (includes entree, regular side, and regular drink) with a valid ID.
Andy’s Frozen Custard
Veterans and active military members can get a free, regular size, one-topping sundae during business hours.
Applebee’s
All active military, veterans, Reserves and National Guard can get a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive menu.
Bad Daddy’s Burger
Veterans and Active Duty service members will receive a free BD’s All American Burger with choice of cheese and a side from 11 am to 3 pm. Proof of service required.
Big Lots
Current, retired, and VA members, who are enrolled in Big Lots’ program, can get a 10% military discount on their entire purchase every day.
BJ’s Restaurant
Get a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. Must present Military ID or other proof of service.
Also, current or former military members who dine in the restaurant on Veterans Day will receive a coupon for a free appetizer with $14.95 purchase on their next visit, valid 11/12 to 12/31.
Bob Evans
Free meal for active and past military members. Choose from one of seven options. Dine in only. Beverage not included.
Bonefish Grill
Veterans, active duty, and retired military members can get a free order of Bang Bang Shrimp and a non-alcoholic beverage.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Ten free boneless wings and fries for veterans or active military.
California Pizza Chicken
All Veterans and Active Military will receive a complimentary beverage and one entrée.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
All service members can get a free appetizer or dessert and beverage while dining in on November 10 and 11.
Chicken Salad Chick
Veterans and active military in uniform or with a military ID get a free Chick Special and regular drink.
Circle K
Active-duty military and veterans can get a free hot or iced medium coffee.
Cracker Barrel
Veteran and active U.S. military guests can get a Sunrise Pancake Special.
Dairy Queen
Military members can get a free medium Blizzard.
Denny’s
Free Original Grand Slam for active, inactive, and military personnel from 5 am to noon.
Dollar Tree
Active duty and retired military get 10% off purchases of $10+.
Dunkin’
Free doughnut for veterans and active military.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Get a free medium cup of hot or iced coffee. If you order online, enter the promo code FREECOFFEE at checkout.
Firehouse Subs
Veterans and Active-Duty Military get BOGO subs.
Food Lion
All active duty military or veterans get 10% off in store purchases. Must present military ID and MVP card.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Veterans and current military personnel will receive a card for a free combo meal on 11/11. The card will be valid through December 31.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral is hosting Military Appreciation Night on Monday, November 11 from 4 pm to close. Military heroes can get a free thank you meal.
Great Clips
Retired and active military service members can get a free haircut or can come in for a free haircut card.
Non-military customers who go for a haircut on Veterans Day will receive a free haircut card to give to an active, inactive, or retired military member of any branch.
Hard Rock Cafe
Active and retired military members (with valid ID) can get a free Classic Smash Burger.
Harris Teeter
All active duty military personnel or veterans get 11% off. Must show military ID and VIC card at checkout to receive the discount.
Hooters
All active-duty and retired military can get a free meal with drink purchase. They can choose either 10 Original Wings, Cheeseburger, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, or Chicken Caesar Salad.
IHOP
Veterans and active-duty military get a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo when they dine in.
In-N-Out Burger
Veterans and active duty military can get a free meal.
Insomnia Cookies
Active duty and retired veterans can get a free deluxe cookie with any $5+ purchase on November 10 and 11.
JCPenney
Former and active military personnel and their families get 10% off.
Joe’s Crab Shack
All veterans and active military members can get 20% off. Valid for parties of up to four.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Free small coffee and doughnut of choice for all veterans at participating shops. ID required for redemption.
Lowe’s Hardware
Current, retired, and VA members and their immediate family (with proof) can get a 10% military discount on their entire purchase every day.
National Parks
All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will waive admission fees in honor of Veterans Day.
North Carolina Aquariums
Military families can get free admission from 9 am to 5 pm at the following North Carolina Aquariums: Fort Fisher, Pine Knoll Shore, and NCA Roanoke Island.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet
All Military Members, Veterans & their families get 15% off one entire purchase at Ollie’s
Outback Steakhouse
Military members, with a valid ID, can get a free Aussie 3-Course Menu on November 10 and 11. Beverages, taxes and gratuity are not included.
Parlor Doughnuts
All active duty and retired military members can get a free 12 oz. coffee and a layered doughnut.
Pilot/Flying J
All active duty and retired military members to enjoy a free meal (either a breakfast sandwich and coffee or a lunch item and a fountain drink).
Publix
Veterans and active military personnel can save 10% on groceries (excludes prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps, and money services). In store only.
Red Lobster
Veterans and Active Military can get a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp & Chips meal (includes six Walt’s Shrimp, fries and coleslaw; a beverage and tax are excluded).
Red Robin
Veterans and Active Military can get a free Red’s Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries when you dine in.
Ruby Tuesday
Veterans and active military can get a free garden bar entree or add on. If you’re ordering online, enter the promo code VETERANS25.
Salad To Go
Veterans and active military get a free salad or wrap with valid ID (valid at the drive through only).
Shake Shack
All veterans and military service members can get a free Big Shack, while supplies last.
Sheetz
Free half turkey sub and a regular size fountain drink for veterans and active duty military with ID.
Shoney’s
All U.S. Veterans and U.S. Active Duty Military members will receive a free Breakfast Fresh Food Bar from open until 11 am.
Smoothie King
Veterans and Active-Duty Military Personnel can get a free 20 oz. smoothie from noon to 3 pm.
Sonny’s BBQ
Veterans and active military members can get a free Pork Big Deal.
Sports Clips
Active-duty U.S. service members and veterans can get free haircuts with valid proof of service.
Texas Roadhouse
Veterans and active-duty service members can get a voucher for a free meal from a select menu that’s valid until May 31, 2026.
They must go in from 11 am to 2 pm to get the voucher.
TGI Friday’s
Veterans can get a free meal from 11 am to 7 pm.
Wawa
All veterans, active military members, and their family members can get a free cup of hot coffee at any Wawa location.
Wendy’s
All veterans and active military can get a free breakfast combo during breakfast hours.
White Castle
All veterans and active-duty service members who dine at a participating White Castle restaurant can get a free individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal.
Which of these 2025 Veterans Day Deals For Veterans & Active Military Personnel do you like best?
David
Friday 6th of March 2026
Veterans Day deals help service members and their families enjoy meals and shopping without extra cost. Guides like this make it easy to find participating stores and restaurants offering real savings.
Cindy Ingalls
Thursday 21st of November 2019
I love the more brands and companies are giving back to our Veterans, even if it is something as simple as a discount or free item.
Cindy Nico
Tuesday 12th of November 2019
A great ideas to celebrate a special day. Nice list of places to eat.
Ada
Tuesday 12th of November 2019
These sound like they were some amazing deals. So grateful for all of the amazing Vets out there!
Fatima Torres
Tuesday 12th of November 2019
Thank you for breaking this down, and I couldn't be more thankful for the sacrifices veterans have made for their lives and our own.