Veterans Day 2026 deals and free meals

Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, November 11. Every offer checked Nov 3, 2026 against the brand's own 2026 page or press release. Most are at participating locations only. Terms change. Confirm with each brand before you go.

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Restaurants

• Applebee's: Free entrée from 7-item Veterans Day menu. Nov 11; dine-in; participating; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Chili's: Free meal from select menu. Nov 11; in-restaurant; participating. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Ruby Tuesday: Free Everyday Fresh Meal (up to $17.99). Nov 11; dine-in; participating; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Bob Evans: Free meal from all-day Veterans Day menu. Nov 11; dine-in; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Wendy's: Free Dave's Single. Nov 11; in-store or drive-thru; not digital/delivery; Identify yourself. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Outback: Free Bloomin' Onion + drink. Nov 10-11; dine-in or phone to-go; Identify yourself. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Golden Corral: Free buffet + drink, 4 PM-close. Nov 11; dine-in; None per release. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Red Robin: Free Red's Big Tavern Burger + Bottomless Steak Fries. Nov 11; dine-in; participating; Military ID or proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Pilot / Flying J: Free sandwich + drink in the Pilot app. Nov 11; participating; ID.me in app. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Bombshells (TX, CO): Free meal. Nov 11; TX and CO only; dine-in; Military ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Little Caesars: Free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo (4 slices deep dish + 20 oz Pepsi). Nov 11, 11 AM-2 PM; in-store; participating; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Freddy's: Free combo meal card. Given Nov 11; redeem through Nov 25, 2026; no purchase needed; Military ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Aspen Creek Grill: $15 meal voucher. Pick up Nov 11, 11 AM-6 PM; use through Dec 24; dine-in; no alcohol; 9 locations (TX, KY, IN); Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Hy-Vee: Free breakfast buffet 6-10 AM + 15% off groceries (in-store or online). Nov 11; stores with hot food service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

Services & car washes

• Great Clips: Free haircut, or a free haircut card. Nov 11; cards good through Dec 4, 2026. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Sport Clips: Free haircut. Nov 11; participating stores. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• Aspen Dental: Free dental care, Day of Service. Sat Nov 7; 550+ offices; appointment required in advance. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Brand press release
• ZIPS / Jet Brite / Rocket: Free best wash. Nov 11; 180+ locations; No ID required. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Tommy's Express: Free wash. Nov 11; participating; one per vehicle; cashier lane. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Autobell: Free Quality Wash. Nov 11. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

Parks & theme parks

• National Parks: Free entry Nov 11, US citizens & residents. Nov 11; other fees may apply. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• California State Parks: Free entry at 145 parks. Nov 11; Military ID or discharge proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Colorado State Parks: Free entry, all state parks. Nov 11, 8 AM-10 PM; camping/fishing fees still apply; Military ID, DD-214 or VA card. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Six Flags Magic Mountain: Free single-day ticket. Nov 11; Military ID or veteran proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Six Flags Over Georgia: Free single-day ticket. Nov 7-8 & 14-15; Military ID or veteran proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Six Flags Great Adventure: Free single-day ticket. Nov 14-15; Military ID or veteran proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Mount Vernon: Free entry for the service member; guests pay. Nov 11. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Colonial Williamsburg: Free entry + dependents. Nov 6-11; pick up on site; DoD ID or DD-214. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

Zoos, aquariums & gardens

• Louisville Zoo: Free entry + household. Nov 11, 10 AM-4 PM; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Cincinnati Zoo: Free for active & retired military; up to 6 discounted family tickets. Nov 11, 10 AM-5 PM. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Detroit Zoo: Free entry + parking, plus one guest. Nov 11, 10 AM-4 PM; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• North Carolina Zoo: Free for military, veterans, spouses + up to 3 guests. Nov 7-13; on site only; Military ID or DD-214 w/ photo ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Utah's Hogle Zoo: Free general admission incl. immediate family. Nov 11, 10 AM-5 PM. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Event calendar
• Point Defiance Zoo (WA): Free; immediate family half off. Nov 11-15, 9 AM-3:30 PM; admission window only. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Northwest Trek (WA): Free; immediate family half off. Nov 11-15; admission window only; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Central Florida Zoo: Free; BOGO for up to 6 more tickets. Nov 7-11; in person only; Military ID or DD-214. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium: Free for active duty, reservists, veterans (not family). Nov 11; at gate; Military ID or DD-214. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Dickerson Park Zoo (MO): Free for military, veterans + immediate family. Nov 11; Military ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Georgia Aquarium: Free; family 30% off. Nov 11 (also Nov 2, 7, 9, 16, 23, 30); Military ID or ID.me. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Aquarium of the Pacific: Free entry. Nov 11; advance reservation required; Service ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• The Florida Aquarium: Free general admission. Nov 11; Military ID or DD-214. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Memphis Botanic Garden: Free entry. Nov 11. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Naples Botanical Garden: Free for active-duty and retired military. Nov 6-8 & Nov 11. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

Museums

• The Henry Ford (MI): Free for active duty, veterans + family, 6 per party. Nov 11; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• National WWI Museum (KC): Free for veterans and active duty. Nov 6-9 & Nov 11 (closed Nov 10). Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Gettysburg Museum: Free Film, Cyclorama & Museum Experience. Veterans Day; Proof of service. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Wings Over the Rockies: Free for veterans and active duty. Nov 11; Military ID. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Museum of the American Revolution: Free for those serving, veterans, Blue Star Families. Nov 8-11; in-Museum tickets only. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• National Medal of Honor Museum: Free for everyone. Nov 11, 10 AM-5 PM. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

Other military offers

These aren't Veterans Day offers.

• LEGOLAND Florida: Free entry + 50% off up to 6 guests. Visits Oct 1-Nov 30, 2026; Military proof. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page
• Office Depot / OfficeMax: Year-round military coupon. Expires Dec 31, 2026; exclusions incl. electronics; ID.me. Checked Nov 3, 2026. Official offer page

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Veterans Day 2026 FAQ

When is Veterans Day 2026?

Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

Do I need ID for these free meals and deals?

Many offers ask for ID or proof of service, such as Applebee's, Ruby Tuesday, Bob Evans and Red Robin. Golden Corral's press release says no ID is needed. Check each offer before you go.

Are all the offers only on November 11?

No. Outback runs Nov 10-11, Colonial Williamsburg runs Nov 6-11 and Six Flags Great Adventure runs Nov 14-15. LEGOLAND Florida and Office Depot / OfficeMax are other military offers, not Veterans Day offers.

Are the links on this list affiliate links?

No. This list's brand links aren't affiliate links. Other links on this site may be.

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