The annual observance of Veterans Day on November 11 provides a significant opportunity for U.S. businesses to express gratitude to service members, veterans, and their families through a variety of complimentary offers and discounts. These promotions span numerous categories, including dining, retail, automotive services, travel, and entertainment. The following article details verified freebies and discounts available for the 2025 Veterans Day period, based exclusively on information provided by the source documents. All offers are subject to specific terms, conditions, and participation limits, which are outlined below.
Verified Restaurant Discounts and Freebies
A wide array of national restaurant chains and local establishments offer complimentary meals or significant discounts to veterans and active-duty military personnel on November 11. These offers typically require in-person verification of military status, such as a military ID, Veterans Affairs ID, or state-issued driver’s license indicating service.
Applebee’s will provide a free dine-in meal from a select menu for active-duty military, veterans, Reservists, and Guardsmen on November 11, 2025.
Aroma Joe’s offers veterans a free 24-ounce drink of their choice on November 11.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar will provide veterans with a free BD’s Burger and a classic side on November 11, valid until 4 PM.
Bandana’s BBQ is offering a free Pork Sandwich Meal with a regular side for veterans on November 11.
Bar Louie provides a free burger (excluding the Big Louie) for veterans and active-duty service members dining in on November 10 and 11.
BIGGBY Coffee will sell any 16-ounce beverage to veterans for $1.99 on November 11.
Biscuit Belly offers veterans a free biscuit sandwich from a select menu and a drip coffee or fountain drink on November 11, dine-in only.
Blaze Pizza will provide veterans and active-duty service members with a free one-topping pizza on November 11.
Bob Evans offers a free dine-in meal from a special Veterans Day menu for all veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
Bombshells Restaurant & Bar will give military veterans a free entree and a 20% discount on the entire menu (excluding alcoholic beverages) for active-duty service members at all Texas and Colorado locations on November 11.
Bonefish Grill is providing a free Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer and soft drink for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
Buffalo Wild Wings will offer 10 free boneless wings and fries to veterans and active-duty service members with valid ID on November 11. This offer is available for dine-in or walk-in only.
Chipotle has a promotion on November 11 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time. Guests who order an entrée in-restaurant and present a valid military ID will receive a second entrée for free. The promotion applies to Chipotle bowls, burritos, salads, and taco entrees.
Dine-in only is the requirement for several offers, including those from Ruby Tuesday (free Endless Garden Bar or Add-on Garden Bar for veterans, retirees, and active-duty service members on November 11, using code VETERANS25) and Logan’s Roadhouse (veterans and active-duty service members receive a free lunch from a select menu on November 11, available for dine-in only from 11 AM to 3 PM).
IHOP will offer a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo for veterans dining in on November 11 from 7 AM to 7 PM.
In-N-Out Burger provides veterans and active-duty service members with a free meal (burger, fries, and beverage) on November 11 at all locations.
Joella’s Hot Chicken offers a free meal (two jumbo tenders, a side, one dipping sauce, and a drink) for veterans and active-duty service members in uniform on November 11. A daily 10% Heroes Discount is also available for veterans and service members.
Joe’s Crab Shack provides a 20% discount on dine-in meals for veterans on November 11.
Kings Family Restaurants will give veterans and active-duty military a free meal from a special menu for dining in on November 11.
Kona Grill will provide veterans and active-duty military dining in with a free entree (max value of $69) on November 11. This does not include alcohol.
Little Caesars offers a free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo for veterans and active-duty service members on November 11 from 11 AM to 2 PM.
Logan’s Roadhouse provides a free lunch from a select menu for veterans and active-duty service members on November 11, dine-in only from 11 AM to 3 PM.
Ruby Tuesday offers veterans, retirees, and active-duty service members a free Endless Garden Bar or Add-on Garden Bar on November 11, dine-in only (code: VETERANS25). The Add-on Garden Bar offer can be combined with the Tuesday Daily Deal.
Scooter’s Coffee will give veterans and service members a free medium drink on November 11.
Shake Shack provides veterans and active-duty military with a free Big Shack on November 11.
Sheetz offers veterans and active-duty personnel a free half turkey sub (including any extras/add-ons), regular-size fountain drink, and car wash ($9 value) on November 11.
Shoney’s will provide veterans and active-duty military with a complimentary Best Breakfast in Town at participating locations on November 11.
Sonny’s BBQ offers a free Pork Big Deal for veterans, retirees, and active-duty service members on November 11. To redeem, participants must sign up for the restaurant’s rewards program by November 9.
Starbucks provides veterans, military service members, and spouses with a free 12-ounce hot or iced coffee on November 11. This offer is valid for dine-in or drive-thru only.
STK Steakhouse will give all veterans and active-duty military dining in a free entree (max value of $69) on November 11. This does not include alcohol.
TCBY offers the first six ounces of frozen yogurt free for veterans and active military on November 11.
Teriyaki Madness provides a free JR or REG bowl for veterans and active-duty military on November 11 at participating locations.
Texas Roadhouse will offer veterans and military members a free Texas Roadhouse meal voucher on November 11 at participating locations. This voucher can be redeemed in-restaurant or for carry-out through May 30, 2026.
Retail and Service Discounts
Beyond dining, several retailers and service providers offer discounts or free products to veterans and active-duty military members.
Target is offering a 10% military discount through November 11 to all active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families. The discount can be used on two separate transactions, in-store or online.
Kroger provides a 10% discount on in-store or pick-up orders for active service members, veterans, and their dependents on November 11.
Barbeque at Home by Dickey’s offers veterans a 15% discount on all orders (code: VETERAN15) from November 11 through December 31.
Hy-Vee, Fast and Fresh, and Dollar Fresh Market provide a 15% discount off grocery purchases for veterans (code: VETS2025).
Army & Air Force Exchange Service offers various deals, including 10 cents off every gallon of gas at fuel locations. On November 11, veterans can also receive free commemorative challenge coins.
ZIPS Car Wash provides veterans and active military with a free top car wash when using code VETS at check-out.
Autobell will give veterans and active-duty service members a free Ride-Thru Exterior car wash or equivalent credit towards another car wash service on November 11.
Travel, Entertainment, and Other Freebies
A variety of free admission offers and discounts are available for travel, entertainment, and other services.
National Park Service allows any member of the military, past or present, to get into any national park for free with their military ID, Veterans Affairs ID, or state-issued driver’s license showing their service. Military members or Veterans need to show their ID at any national park gate to be issued an annual park pass. Some national parks require reservations.
Amtrak offers a daily 10% military discount on the lowest available ticket for most trains.
Arizona State Parks and Trails waives day-use fees for veterans, active-duty military, and Guardsmen on November 11.
Akron Zoo provides veterans with free admission from November 7 to November 11, and immediate family members receive a 50% discount on their ticket.
Aquarium of the Pacific offers a free ticket for veterans and current service members on November 11 with advance registration.
Belmont Park provides free park admission for active-duty military, veterans, and Guardsmen on November 11.
California State Parks offers free admission for veterans, active-duty service members, Reservists, and their families to California’s 142 state parks on November 11.
Apple Watch Activity Tracker will provide a free Veterans Day activity badge and animated stickers for use in the Messages app for any recorded workout lasting 11 minutes or longer on November 11.
B&Bs for Vets involves participating independent bed and breakfasts across the nation offering a variety of discounts (including free nights and buy-one-get-one-night offers) for veterans around Veterans Day and throughout the year.
Veterans Homecoming Week in Branson, MO, is a week of complimentary events, discounts, celebrations, and meals for veterans from November 5 to November 11.
Conclusion
The 2025 Veterans Day period presents a diverse range of freebies and discounts for U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their families. The offers, which span from complimentary meals at national restaurant chains to free admission at state parks and discounts on retail purchases, are designed to honor service. Participation is generally limited to November 11, with some promotions extending through December. Veterans are advised to verify specific terms, such as required identification, participation limits, and redemption codes, directly with each brand or establishment. The availability of offers may vary by location, and advance registration or sign-up may be required for certain promotions.