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Veterans Day is an opportunity for everyone to thank those who have served our country. For this reason, retailers and restaurants are offering special offers to mark the occasion. For one day only, veterans and active members of the U.S. Armed Forces can take advantage of Veterans Day discounts and freebies like free meals, candy discounts and more.

Most facilities require a valid proof of service to determine status and receive these benefits. Several of these locations and retailers also offer benefits for spouses and dependents of active military members and veterans.

I've compiled a list of the best Veterans Day discounts and freebies exclusively for US military personnel. For more of the season's best savings, be sure to check out our roundup of the best Black Friday deals.

The best Veterans Day freebies and discounts

Discounts for retailers on Veterans Day

• Ikea: Get 15% off in-store home furnishings from November 10th to November 22nd.
• Kohl's: Get 30% off qualifying in-store purchases over Veterans Day weekend with a valid military ID.
• Macy's: Save on clothing, home goods and accessories at Macy's Veterans Day sale.
• Office Depot and OfficeMax: Get 25% off qualifying purchases November 9-11.
• Reebok: Get 40% discount after verification via ID.Me.
• Rite aid: Get 15% off regular-priced items in-store November 10-12.
• Samsung: Get up to 30% discount after verifying your eligibility.
• Sleep number: Get 20% off most beds, bases and linens through November 13th.
• Barry: Get 20% off with valid proof of service.
• Sports clips: Get a free haircut with a valid proof of service on November 11th.
• Goal: Get 10% off both online and in-store through November 11th.
• Tuft and needle: Get 15% discount on your order after placing your order with customer support team.
• Uggs: Get 10% off all items.
• Under Armour: Get 40% off now and 20% off all year round.
• The Vitamin Shoppe: Get 25% off in-store purchases November 11-13.

Free meals and restaurant discounts for Veterans Day

• 7-Eleven: Get a free coffee or Big Gulp with a 7Rewards account.
• Applebee's: Get a free meal from a limited menu on November 11th.
• BJ's Restaurant and Brewery: Get a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie when you dine at the restaurant.
• Bubba Gump: Get 20% off your dinner on November 11th.
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Get 10 free wings and boneless fries with your meal Come in and present a valid ID.
• Californian pizza cuisine: Get a free entry and a drink from a limited menu when you dine at the restaurant on November 11th.
• Carrabbas: Get 10% discount on every visit.
• Chick-Fil-A: Get a free chicken biscuit or chicken sandwich with proof of service at participating locations on November 11th.
• Chilies: Get a free Veterans Day meal from the limited menu.
• Cracker barrel: Receive a free Sunrise Pancake Special with dinner. Plus, there's 25% off all military apparel in stores and online through November 11th.
• Denny's: Get a free Original Grand Slam on November 11th until 12pm local time.
• Farm boys: Receive a free Big Cheese Burger when you dine on site and present proof of service.
• Dunkin': Get a free donut on Veterans Day.
• Golden corral: Get a free “Thank You” meal on November 11th from 4:00 p.m. until closing.
• Hard Rock Cafe: Get a free Legendary Burger with valid ID.
• IHOP: Get a free combo of red, white and blueberry pancakes on November 11th from 7am to 7pm.
• Krispy Kreme: Get free coffee and donut at all participating locations.
• Lazy dog ​​restaurants: Get a free entry on Veterans Day.
• Small Caesars pizza: Get a free lunch combo at participating locations from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• MOD pizza: Get a free mega cookie for you and your spouse.
• Outback Steakhouse: Get 10% off your check all day long.
• Olive Garden: Get a free meal from the limited menu on November 11th.
• Peet's coffee: Receive a free filter coffee or tea of ​​any size at participating locations.
• Red lobster: Get free shrimp and chips paired with fries and coleslaw at dinner.
• robin: Get a free Red's Big Tavern Burger with bottomless steak fries.
• Sizzlers: Choose a free meal from a limited menu, available through November 11th at 4:00 p.m.
• Starbucks: Get a free 12-ounce drip coffee.
• Sonic Drive In: Get any shake for half price.
• Subway: Get a free 6-inch sub or 10% off any sub.
• Texas Roadhouse: Get a free meal voucher from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., valid until May 2025.
• TGI Fridays: Get a free meal from a limited menu on November 11th from 11am to 3pm.
• White castle: Get a free custom meal combo or breakfast combo meal on November 11th.
• Wendy's: Get a free small breakfast combo on November 11th.
• Courtyard house: Get a free appetizer.

When is Veterans Day?

Veterans Day falls on November 11th every year and is on Monday this year.

How is military or veteran status verified?

Your status as a veteran or active military member can be verified in several ways that vary depending on the location you are visiting.

Most restaurants require valid proof of service in the form of a military ID or veteran's ID card. If you want to score a free meal, be sure to bring your own.

Several retailers use the ID.Me verification service to check your status when making online purchases. We have been using the platform for years and trust that your data will remain confidential. However, if you are unsure, you can call customer service at the retailer you are purchasing from.

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