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2020 Veterans Day Discounts, Deals, and Giveaways

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Veterans Day 2020 will be on Wednesday, November 11th, 2020.

We’ve conveniently broken down the discounts, free meals, deals, and sales for Veterans Day by category. We will be updating this list daily. Some places might have capacity restrictions because of the pandemic this year so it’s best to call ahead to double-check.

We will be updating this list daily as more discounts become available. Some places might have capacity restrictions because of the pandemic this year so it’s best to call ahead to double-check.

If while going through this list you noticed that we missed any deals, let us know in the comments below!

Note: Our 2020 Veterans Day list was compiled from publicly available information. This list is not exhaustive, as there may be other deals out there, and these deals may not be available in all markets.

Let's take a look at some of the companies that are offering Veterans Days discounts this year!

What Identification Will I Need for Veterans Day?

Oftentimes places will take your word that you’re a veteran, but here are a few ways that places might use to verify proof of service:

  • ·Military ID card or military retiree ID card
  • ·Veterans ID Card or VA Health Care ID Card
  • ·Veterans Designator on Driver’s License
  • ·Form DD 214 or discharge paperwork

Veterans Day Discounts at Restaurants

Applebee’s (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal from a limited menu at participating Applebee’s on November 11. Dine-in only. Visit the Applebee’s website for details.

Bakers Square (November 12, 2020 - November 30, 2020) – will offer a free Rise & Shine breakfast to veterans on Veterans Day; this meal includes two eggs with seasoned hash browns or fresh fruit, plus your choice of toast, buttermilk pancakes, English muffin, bakery muffin or biscuit. Veterans will also receive a 20% off coupon for a future dining experience between November 12 and November 30.

Bob Evans (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active-duty military receive a special menu of seven (7) homestyle favorites for FREE at local restaurants. Dine-in only. Visit the Bob Evans website for more details.

Brick House Tavern + Tap (November 11, 2020) – Veterans’ parties of up to four receive 20% off their meal (not including alcoholic beverages), with a valid ID. Please visit their website for details.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co (November 11, 2020)) – Military personnel and their families receive 20% off, with a valid ID at participating locations. Please visit their website for details.

California Dreaming (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details

Carolina Roadhouse (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details.

Cattlemens Steakhouse (November 11, 2020) – Active, inactive, and retired military personal receive a complimentary 8 oz. Sirloin Steak dinner at participating locations. Please visit their website for details.

Chili’s Grill & Bar (November 11, 2020) – All Veterans and active duty military personnel can get a free meal from a special menu on Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at all participating Chili’s Grill and Bar restaurants. Available for in restaurant only. Please call ahead to your local Chili’s restaurant if you have any questions about your Veterans Day meals. Visit the Chili’s website for details.

The Chop House (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive a 50% discount off any entrée, with a valid military ID on November 11. Please call ahead to your local Chop House if you have any questions about your Veterans Day Discount. Please visit the Chop House website for additional details.

Chophouse ‘47 (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details.

Cotton Patch Cafe (November 11, 2020) – All Veterans and active military members are being offered a free Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken FREE on November 11. Please call ahead to your local Cotton Patch Café if you have any questions about your Veterans Day Discount.

Cracker Barrel (November 11, 2020) – Cracker Barrel will donate a $10 Cracker Barrel gift card to Operation Homefront for each Country Fried Turkey Family Meal Basket sold in the month of November (up to $50,000)*, and the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Foundation will make an additional $50,000 donation to Operation Homefront – totaling up to $100,000 to support military families this holiday season. Additionally, on Veterans Day – Wednesday, Nov. 11, Cracker Barrel will offer all U.S. military veterans a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola® Cake when dining at any Cracker Barrel location nationwide.

Denny’s – (November 12, 2020) All Veterans and active duty service members with a valid military ID or DD 214 receive a free Build Your Own Grand Slam at participating Denny’s locations on November 12, 2020, from 5 am to noon. Visit the Denny’s website for details.

Famous Dave’s (November 11, 2020) – Military personnel and Veterans are being offered a free meal on November 11th at participating locations only. Valid for dine-in, to go and online ordering. Use code VETERAN for online orders. Not valid for call-in orders. Proof of military service is required. Please call ahead to your local Famous Dave’s for details.

Gulfstream Cafe (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details

Houlihan’s (November 11, 2020)– Veterans, active duty military and military families get $10 off a $30 food purchase at participating locations on November 11. This offer is valid for in restaurant dining or for carryout. Orders made via houlihans.com or a third-party delivery service are not eligible. Contact your nearest location for details.

IHOP (November 11, 2020) – Free Red, White and Blue pancakes. Veterans and Active/Reserve service members are invited with family and friends to make to-order breakfast at IHOP on Wednesday, November 11, which includes a free pancake offer till 7 p.m.

Joey D’s Oak Room (November 11, 2020)– Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details

LaMar’s Donuts (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military get a free donut and 12 oz. coffee (in store) at participating locations. Please contact your nearest location for details.

Lucille’s BBQ (November 11, 2020)  – Veterans and active duty military will enjoy 20% off in the month of November, with proof of service (excludes Thanksgiving Day and Thanksgiving menu items). Visit the Lucille’s BBQ website for details.

Luna Grill (November 11, 2020 - November 13, 2020) – Luna Grill (California and Texas) offers a free meal with the purchase of a meal November 11 through 13.

McCormick & Schmicks (November 11, 2020) – Veterans, National Guard, Gold Star parents and Gold Star spouses can enjoy a half-priced entrée from a special menu on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants. Please contact your nearest location for details.

New York Prime (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entrée. Please visit their website for details.

O’Charley’s (November 11, 2020) – Offering a free meal from the Veterans Thank You Menu, or $10 off any meal on the regular menu, on Wednesday, November 11. Additionally, O’Charley’s provides a 10% military discount all year long.

Red Lobster (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military can receive a free appetizer or dessert from a select menu on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, with a valid military ID or proof of service. The offer will be available for dine-in only. Please contact your nearest Red Lobster for details.

Red Robin (November 11, 2020 - November 30, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members are being offered a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries anytime between Nov. 11-30 for dine-in or to-go. Visit the Red Robin website for details.

Tap House Grill (November 11, 2020) – Free meal for Veterans & active military on Veterans Day. Please visit their website for details.

Village Inn (November 11, 2020 - November 30, 2020) – Offering a free Village Inn Breakfast (V.I.B.) on Veterans Day. Additionally, Veterans will receive a coupon to receive 20% off their next meal with Village Inn when dining between November 12 and November 30.

Yard House (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military guests get a complimentary appetizer on November 11. Please visit the Yard House website or contact your nearest location for details.

Veterans Day Discounts for Personal Care

Great Clips (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and current military members can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on November 11 to receive either a free haircut that day or the free haircut card to use at a later date. Visit the Great Clips website for details.

Sport Clips (November 11, 2020) – Many Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to active duty U.S. service members and veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2020, with valid proof of service.

SmartStyle Hair Salons (Everyday) – Current or former military members, and Veterans are being offered a 10% discount off any services and professional products. Please show proof of service to receive this discount at participating salons. Walk-ins welcome. No double discounts. Discount may vary per location. Visit the SmartStyle website for details.

Veterans Day Discounts for Health and Wellness

True Rest Float Spa (November 11, 2020) – Free True Rest Float Spa float session for active duty military and Veterans. Visit the True Rest website for details.

Veterans Day Discounts for Retail Stores

Academy Sports (October 25, 2020 - November 11, 2020) – Military and first responders receive 10% off. Please visit their website for details.

B&Bs for Vets (November 10, 2020) – Veterans and active-duty service members receive one free room night on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, so they can enjoy the local Veterans Day celebrations. Please visit the B&B for Vets website for additional information.

Bed Bath and Beyond (November 11, 2020) – Active Duty U.S. military, Veterans and military spouses will receive 25% off your entire in-store shopping cart on November 11, 2020. Call or visit your nearest location for details.

Brown Bear Car Wash (Washington State) (November 11, 2020) – Free Beary Clean car wash for all current or former members of the military on Veterans Day, from 8:00am – 6:00pm local time, at participating locations. Please contact your nearest location for details.

Duane Reade (November 11, 2020 - November 15, 2020) – Offer valid for veterans, military and their families from 11/11 thru 11/15/20, with Balance® Rewards card or myWalgreens™ and proof of service. In-store offer only valid in Walgreens or Duane Reade stores.

Hy-Vee (November 11, 2020) – Free curbside breakfast for Veterans and active-duty military members as well as a 10% discount on purchases made in-store.

La Quinta by Windham (November 2020 - December 2020) – Eligible military members get 12% off the Best Available Rate at participating La Quinta by Wyndham hotels. Plus, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 7 and completed by December 8, 2020.Please visit their website for details.

Lovesac (October 19, 2020 - November 15, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military receive 30% off. Please visit their website for details.

Publix – 10% discount for Veterans, military and their families.

Rack Room Shoes (November 11, 2020) – 20% off all purchases for Veterans and military on Veterans Day, 10% off purchases year round. Visit the Rack Room Shoes website for details.

Samsung (November 6, 2020 - November 11, 2020) – Active-duty service members and Veterans who sign up for Samsung’s Military Discount Program can receive an additional 10% on smartphones, tablets, wearables, accessories and PCs; additional $50 eCertificate and free phone case when you purchase a smartphone; 10% off select home appliances. Please visit their website for details.

Sanderling Resort (November 11, 2020 - March 19, 2021) – Current and former military receive discounted rates of $129 per night from November 11, 2020 through March 19, 2021 with an additional 20% off all food, spa and retail. Please visit their website for details.

7-Eleven (November 11, 2020) – Active-duty, retired, Veteran, guard reservists and family members who are Veterans Advantage and 7Rewards members, can receive a free coffee of Big Gulp on Veterans Day. Please contact your nearest location or visit their website for details.

ShopVCS.com (November 6, 2020 - November 13, 2020) – Up to 55% off sitewide on everything over $20 from November 6th -13th – including military pride gear, apparel, footwear, watches, jewelry, gifts and more for Veterans enrolled in VA and their family members. PLUS, save 25% entire stock of RX Eyewear prescription glasses from November 6th -13th, including frames from top brands like Ray-Ban, Coach and more. Create your free account now at www.ShopVCS.com.

Sleep Number (Valid until November 16, 2020) – Military and Veteran families receive an extra $100 off select smart beds and adjustable bases with promo code until November 16. Please visit their website for details.

Sun Viking Lodge (Daytona Beach, FL) (November 11, 2020) – Sun Viking Lodge offers 25% of 1 and 2 night stays and 30% off 3 or more nights for veterans. Use the promo code HERO. Receive 25% off all future stays. Please visit their website for details.

Super 8 by Windham (November 2020 - December 2020) – Active and retired military members, veterans and their families can enjoy 15% off the Best Available Rate at participating Super 8 by Wyndham hotels. Plus, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 7 and completed by December 8, 2020. Please visit their website for details.

Target (November 11, 2020)– Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, Veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off the guest’s full basket. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/military. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use 10% Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online.

TOPS Market (November 11, 2020) – 11% off total order on Veterans Day.

Walgreens (November 11-15, 2020) – Offer valid for Veterans, military and their families from 11/11 thru 11/15/20, with Balance® Rewards card or myWalgreens™ and proof of service. In-store offer only valid in Walgreens or Duane Reade stores

Wyndham (Through December 6) – Military member, veterans and their families can save up to 20% off, plus receive 500 Wyndham Rewards bonus points on stays through December 6, 2020. Please visit the Wyndham Hotels and Resorts website for additional information.

Veterans Day Discounts for Activities

National Parks (November 11, 2020) – Over 100 national parks will waive admission fees on November 11, 2020, in honor of Veterans Day. Contact your local park for information and to determine its operating status. (Disabled Veterans eligible for free National Park Service Lifetime Access Pass)

Akron Zoo (Akron, OH) (November 7, 2020 - November 11, 2020) – All veterans, past and current, receive free admission with valid military I.D. and immediate family members receive 50% off admission. Please visit their website for details.

Alabama State Parks (November 11, 2020)– Free admission for Veterans, active-duty service members to the parks that charge an entrance fee or day-use fee. Please visit the Alabama State Parks website for details.

Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Areas (November 11, 2020) – Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day. Please visit their website for details.

Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach, CA) (November 11, 2020) – FREE for veterans, military personnel with service ID. Advance reservations required. Please visit their website for details.

Bok Tower (Lake Wales, FL) (November 11, 2020)– Free admission for active and retired servicemen and women. A musical tribute to America’s heroes. Special patriotic carillon concerts at 1:00pm and 3:00pm local time. Please visit their website for details.

Boston Duck Tours (Boston, MA) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans, active military, and first responders can ride a W.W.II style amphibious landing vehicle from November 11-15, 2020. Dependents can receive a discounted ride. Please visit their website for details.

California State Parks ((November 11, 2020) – FREE for veterans and active duty military personnel with a valid military ID. Please visit their website for details.

Churchill Downs (Louisville, KY) (November 11, 2020)– Free general admission and $29 tickets to Millionaires Row (normally $38) for all Veterans and active military personnel. Valid Military I.D. must be presented to receive offers. Please visit their website for details.

Cincinnati Zoo (November 11, 2020) – All active and retired members of the military will receive free admission to the Zoo on Veteran’s Day. Offer allows the purchase of up to six (6) half-price admission tickets for immediate family. Please show valid ID. Please visit their website for details.

Colonial Williamsburg (November 11, 2020 - November 15, 2020) – Colonial Williamsburg is offering FREE admission during Veterans Day weekend, Wednesday through Sunday, November 11-15, to all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents. Please visit their website for details.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (November 11, 2020) – Active duty and veterans are admitted free to Colorado state parks on Veteran’s Day. The military member or Veteran must show proof of military service (photo ID, DD-214). All other park fees (camping, etc.) are still charged. Please visit their website for details.

Columbus Zoo (November 11, 2020) – All active duty member, Veterans and their immediate family members receive free admission to the Zoo on Veteran’s Day. Please show valid ID. Please visit their website for details.

Corning Museum of Glass (Corning, NY) (November 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020) – All military veterans will receive free admission through the month of November. All others in the veteran’s party are welcome to enjoy 15% off their regularly priced admission. Please visit their website for details.

Crayola Experience (November 11, 2020)) – Everyday military & their families can save $3 off general admission tickets. During the weekends of Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day they offer military free admission with valid ID, at participating locations. Please visit their website for details.

Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and military personnel ride for FREE on Veterans Day, with a valid ID. Please visit their website for details.

East Tennessee Historical Society (Knoxville, TN) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans, active duty military and their families receive free admission on Veterans Day from 9am – 4pm. Please visit the Historical Society website for details.

Foster Park Golf Course (Fort Wayne, IN) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans golf free with military ID: carts not included; reserve tee time. Please visit their website for details.

Foxwoods Resort Casino (Mashantucket, CT) (November 11, 2020) – All active and retired military have access to exclusive offers and discounts on the property on November 11th. Including restaurants, museums, retail stores and hotel discounts. Plus Veterans Day festivities will kick-off with a parade starting at the Grand Ballroom at 11AM. Please visit their website for details.

Free Fishing Days (New York State) (November 11, 2020) – Veteran’s Day has been declared a free fishing day. Anyone can fish the fresh or marine waters of New York State and no license is required. Please visit their website for details.

Grace for Vets (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and service personnel are being offered a free car wash on November 11, 2020. They are a non-profit organization who has gotten together over 1,500 independent car washes in four countries to offer this service. Visit the Grace for Vets website for details.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (Des Moines, IA) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans receive free admission. Please visit their website for details.

Hagley Museum (Wilmington, DE) (November 11, 2020) – Free admission for current military members, veterans, and their families. Please visit their website for details.

Hardman Farm Historic Site (Sautee Nacoochee, GA) (November 11, 2020) – All veterans, military members, and their families get free admission from 10 – 4 on Wednesday, November 11. Show your valid ID and receive a free tour of Hardman Farm. Please visit their website for details.

History Colorado Center (Denver, CO) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans are offered free admission on Veterans Day. They also provide a complimentary admission fee for up to five family members. They will be offering half-off memberships for veterans and military personnel with valid ID. Please visit their website for details.

Joseph Manigault House (Charleston, SC) (November 11, 2020)– Veterans and active duty military receive free admission. Please visit the Joseph Manigault House website for details.

Maryland Science Center (Baltimore, MD) (November 11, 2020) – Free admission to all current and former military members and a $2 discount to their guests. Proof of service is required. Please visit their website for details.

Mines & Meadows ATV/RV Resort (Wampum, PA) (November 8, 2020 - November 11, 2020) – Veterans ride free. Please visit the Mines & Meadows website for details.

Mission San Juan Capistrano (San Juan, CA) (November 11, 2020)– FREE admission for Veterans and active military personnel. Please visit their website for details.

Montgomery Zoo (Montgomery, AL) (November 8, 2020 - November 14, 2020) – During Veteran’s Appreciation Week, all veterans, active duty military personnel, and their dependent family members receive a 50% DISCOUNT on REGULAR DAYTIME admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Please visit their website for details.

Monticello (November 11, 2020) – Free admission for Veterans for the Monticello Self-Guided Pass. Please visit their website for details.

Mount Vernon (Mount Vernon, VA) (November 11, 2020) – Free admission for all active duty, former or retired military personnel. Please visit the Mount Vernon website for details.

National WWI Museum and Memorial (November 7-15, 2020) – Free public ceremonies on the grounds and free general admission for Veterans and active duty military to the Museum and Memorial. Please visit their website for details.

New Zoo (Green Bay, WI) (November 11, 2020) – Free admission for Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Please visit the New Zoo website for details.

Old Town Trolly Tours (St. Augustine, Key West, FL) (November 11, 2020) – Free admission for Veterans and active duty military personnel to: Old Town Trolley Tours, Old Jail, Oldest Store Museum Experience, and St. Augustine History Museum. Please visit their website for details.

Punchbowl (November 11, 2020) – Send free Veterans Day eCards. Please visit their website for details

Sedgwick County Zoo (Wichita, KS) (November 11, 2020) – Complimentary Zoo admission to all military personnel and their immediate families. To receive free admission, visitors must show a military or veteran ID, discharge papers, or other official identification. Families of deployed military personnel must show an active duty ID. Please visit their website for details.

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (Akron, OH) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans and active duty military receive complimentary self-guided tours with valid military I.D. Please visit the Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens website for details.

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum (Ashland, NE) (November 11, 2020)– Free admission for active, retired and Veteran service members. Please visit their website for details.

Washington State Parks (Multiple locations WA) (November 11, 2020) – Veterans Day is a Pass Free day for Washington State Parks, where a Discover Pass is not required to visit a state park. Please visit the Washington State Parks website for details.

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