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PCSgo Connect / Veterans Day 2026
Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Every real Veterans Day deal.
One page. No guessing.

110 offers for veterans and service members, each one checked against the company's own announcement before it went on this page. Free meals, store discounts, online deals, free park entry, and the fine print that decides whether you actually get it.

110verified offers
65completely free
35claim online
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Photo: U.S. Air Force, Tech. Sgt. Brian Kimball. Public domain.
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Free meals 31

Sit-down chains with a free entree or meal on November 11. Dine-in unless the card says otherwise, and proof of service at the table.

Chili's

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Free entree: Chicken Crispers, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, the Oldtimer with Cheese, or soup and house salad.

WhoAll veterans and active military
WhenNov 11, 2026 only, dine-in
HowNo substitutions, not combinable, drinks and tip excluded. Call ahead for participation.
Chili's checked Nov 3, 2026

Texas Roadhouse

FreeNov 11Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free meal voucher: one of ten entrees including the 6 oz sirloin, two sides and a drink.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenPick up the voucher Nov 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; use it any time through May 31, 2027
HowMilitary ID, VA card or discharge papers when you collect the voucher.

The voucher lets you eat on a quieter day.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Golden Corral

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Military Appreciation Night: free thank-you buffet and beverage.

WhoAnyone who served: active duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026, 4 p.m. to close, dine-in only
HowThe free meal is for the service member; guests pay regular price. No rain checks.
Golden Corral checked Nov 3, 2026

Red Lobster

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free Veteran's Shrimp and Chips: butterflied shrimp, fries and coleslaw.

WhoVeterans, active duty and reservists
WhenNov 11, dine-in only
HowMilitary ID, WeSalute+ card or other proof of service.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Bob Evans

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

One free item from an eleven-item Veterans Day dine-in menu.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 2026, dine-in only, every Bob Evans
HowUniformed services or retired ID, LES, VFW or Legion card, DD-214, or a photo of yourself in uniform.

Not combinable. Drinks, tax and tip excluded.

Bob Evans checked Nov 3, 2026

Denny's

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free Original Grand Slam.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 5 a.m. to noon, dine-in
HowValid military ID.

Participating locations.

VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Buffalo Wild Wings

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Ten free boneless wings and fries.

WhoAll past and present members of the armed services
WhenNov 11, dine-in, BWW GO or counter walk-in
HowValid ID or WeSalute+ card.

Participating locations.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Outback Steakhouse

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive duty

Free Bloomin' Onion and a beverage (Coke product or domestic draft). Dine Rewards members also get a free Hero's Meal for a future visit.

WhoActive duty and veterans
WhenNov 10 and Nov 11, dine-in
HowThe Hero's Meal needs a Dine Rewards account.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Red Robin

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries, no purchase needed.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026 only, dine-in at participating U.S. restaurants
HowValid military ID or proof of service. Substitutions and premium sides cost extra; not combinable.
Red Robin checked Nov 3, 2026

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse

FreeNov 11Multi-dayVeteransActive duty

Free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie on Nov 11, plus a free-appetizer coupon good Nov 12 to Dec 31 with no minimum.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11 for the Pizookie; the coupon runs through Dec 31
HowPizookie is dine-in; the coupon works dine-in or takeout.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Hooters

Nov 11VeteransActive duty

Free meal from the Veterans Day menu (10 wings, cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich or chicken Caesar) with a beverage purchase.

WhoAll military
WhenNov 11, dine-in only
HowOne per person. Participating locations.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Twin Peaks

FreeNov 11Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free entree from a select menu on Nov 11, and 20% off all November.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11 for the entree; 20% off Nov 1 to 30
HowValid military ID or in uniform. Participating locations.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Cotton Patch Cafe

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free regular Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken entree.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, dine-in only, all locations
HowValid military ID.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Ruby Tuesday

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free Everyday Fresh Meal: one of thirteen entrees, the Garden Bar and a bottomless drink.

WhoVeterans, active duty, Reserve and Guard
WhenNov 11, dine-in only, participating locations
HowProof of service.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Bonefish Grill

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free Bang Bang Shrimp and a non-alcoholic beverage.

WhoVeterans, active duty and their households
WhenNov 11, any location
HowValid ID.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Sizzler

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Free lunch: 6 oz Tri-Tip, Malibu Chicken or a half-dozen Crispy Shrimp, with a non-alcoholic drink.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, open to 4 p.m.
HowAsk at the counter.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Yard House

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free appetizer.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, dine-in only
HowShow a valid military ID to your server.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Bar Louie

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free burger (Big Louie excluded).

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 10 and 11, dine-in only
HowMilitary ID or proof of service. Participating locations.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Nov 11VeteransID required

Buy one entree, get one free with code VETS26.

WhoVeterans
WhenNov 11, in store only
HowMilitary ID and the code VETS26.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Food, coffee and treats 17

Fast food, coffee, doughnuts and grocery. Quick wins, most of them to-go.

Starbucks

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutySpouses too

Free tall hot or iced brewed coffee.

WhoVeterans, service members and military spouses
WhenNov 11, cafe or drive-thru, participating U.S. stores
HowJust ask. No purchase needed.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Chipotle

Nov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free chips with guac, queso blanco or salsa with any $5 purchase.

WhoActive duty and veterans
WhenNov 11, all day, in restaurant only
HowProof of service at checkout. Not valid on app, online, delivery or catering.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

In-N-Out Burger

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free burger, fries and beverage, plus a Veterans Day decal.

WhoVeterans, active duty, Reserve and National Guard
WhenNov 11, all locations
HowProof of military service.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers

FreeNov 11Multi-dayVeteransActive duty

Free combo-meal card, no purchase needed.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenPick it up Nov 11; redeem through Nov 25, 2026
HowAsk at the counter.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Pilot and Flying J

FreeNov 11OnlineVeteransActive dutyID required

Free sandwich plus a coffee or fountain drink, claimed in the Pilot app.

WhoVeterans and active duty verified through ID.me
WhenNov 11, participating travel centers
HowVerify with ID.me in the Pilot app, then redeem at the counter.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Hy-Vee

FreeNov 11OnlineVeteransActive duty

Free breakfast 6 to 10 a.m., and 15% off groceries with code VETS2026.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 2026
HowBreakfast in store; the 15% works in store and on online orders placed Nov 11.
Hy-Vee press release checked Nov 3, 2026

Food Lion

Nov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

10% off in-store purchases.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 2026, in store only
HowMilitary ID plus your MVP card. Alcohol and a few other items excluded.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Publix

Nov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

10% off groceries.

WhoVeterans, active duty and their households
WhenNov 11, in store
HowVeteran ID card, military ID, discharge papers, or a driver's license with the veteran designation. Prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco and gift cards excluded.
Publix checked Nov 3, 2026

VA Canteen (PatriotCafe and PatriotBrew)

FreeMulti-dayVeterans

Free breakfast combo at PatriotCafe and free brewed coffee at PatriotBrew inside VA medical centers.

WhoVeterans
WhenThe morning of Tue Nov 10, 2026, the day before the holiday
HowNo purchase necessary. Find the canteen at your VA medical center.
Veterans Canteen Service via The Military Wallet checked Nov 3, 2026

Retail and big box 16

Store discounts for the day and the year-round military programs that are still live in 2026.

Target

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

20% off in store and online.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees, Guard and Reserve, and their households
WhenNov 5 to 11, 2026
HowAdd your military status to Target Circle at target.com/Circle/Military. Verification is instant.

Target Circle Card holders keep their usual extra 5% and free shipping on top. Check the exact terms in the app on Nov 5.

Military.com, Target details checked Nov 3, 2026

Kohl's

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutySpouses tooID required

30% off, double the usual Monday military discount.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees, spouses and dependents
WhenNov 10 and 11, 2026, in store only
HowBring the coupon and a military ID, a state ID with the veteran designation, or a DD-214. One per customer. Sephora at Kohl's and gift cards are excluded.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Walgreens and Duane Reade

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

20% off regular-price eligible items.

WhoVeterans, military and their households
WhenNov 8 to 11, 2026, in store
HowmyWalgreens account plus proof of service.

Alcohol, tobacco, dairy, gift cards and a few other categories are excluded.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Tractor Supply

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnlineID required

10% off.

WhoActive duty and veterans
WhenThree single days: Oct 28, Nov 7 and Nov 11, 2026
HowVerify once in the Neighbor's Club Hometown Heroes program, or show ID in store. Online too.

The program also pays a 5% coupon every quarter and 2% rewards all year.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

The Exchange (AAFES)

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnline

Veterans Day sale on electronics, clothing and shoes, an extra 10% off select items for MILITARY STAR cardmembers, plus in-store giveaways: keychains Nov 7, challenge coins Nov 11, POGs Nov 20.

WhoAnyone with Exchange privileges, including service-connected disabled veterans
WhenSale Nov 6 to 12, 2026; giveaways while supplies last
HowShop in store or at ShopMyExchange.com. Honorably discharged veterans can shop online after VetVerify.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

AutoNation

Nov 11Multi-dayVeteransActive duty

15% off service, parts and accessories, capped at $150, plus 15% off AutoNation Mobile Service in November with code VETS15.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11 in store; all of November for Mobile Service
HowLES, military ID, DD-214 or discharge certificate at any AutoNation-branded dealer. Tires, collision and warranty work excluded.
VA News 2026 list checked Nov 3, 2026

Dollar General

Nov 11Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

11% off, on the monthly military discount day that lands on Veterans Day this year.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans and dependents
WhenNov 11, 2026, and the second Wednesday of every month
HowVerify once on the DG site; the digital coupon loads into your DG account and app. In store and online.

Some years DG has run 20% instead of 11%. Check the app that morning.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Office Depot and OfficeMax

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnline

20% off qualifying purchases plus 25% back in Bonus Rewards for verified military.

WhoVerified military and veterans
WhenThrough late December 2026
HowMilitary ID in store, or verify in your Rewards account online.

Sources differ on the exact end date; the offer is live now.

American Legion, Department of California checked Nov 3, 2026

Home Depot

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

10% off eligible in-stock purchases, up to $400 in savings a year.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees and spouses
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowCreate a Home Depot account and verify your military status; the virtual ID lives in the app. In store and online.

Some categories are excluded. The cap resets every year.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Lowe's

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

10% off most full-price purchases with no annual cap, plus free standard shipping with Silver Key status.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees, Guard and Reserve, and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowMyLowe's Rewards account with online validation through ID.me. In store and online.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's, Legendary Salute

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineID required

10% off most items every day; 5% on firearms and ammunition.

WhoActive duty, veterans, Guard and Reserve, retirees
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowSheerID online; military or veteran ID or a DD-214 in store. Boats, trailers and gift cards excluded.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Carhartt

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

15% off apparel and accessories.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve, and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify online, or show the ID.me eligibility card in store.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Online and tech 18

Deals you claim from your phone: verified through ID.me or SheerID, no store visit needed.

Nike

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

10% off most items, in store and at nike.com, all year.

WhoActive duty, Reserve, veterans, retirees, and spouses and dependents of active duty
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify once with SheerID; you get a single-use code every seven days. In store, show ID.

Applies to the first $500 of a purchase. Excludes Nike By You, SNKRS and gift cards.

Nike checked Nov 3, 2026

Samsung Military Offers

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

Up to 30% off with member-store pricing on phones, TVs and appliances.

WhoActive duty, veterans and retirees
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowSign in with a .mil email or verify through ID.me. GovX and WeSalute are accepted too.

Two per product category every twelve months. Cannot be price-matched.

Samsung checked Nov 3, 2026

Verizon

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

10% off your mobile plan every month, Fios from $26 a month, 25% off select accessories.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve, Gold Star family members
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify with ID.me. Verizon re-checks eligibility now and then.
Verizon checked Nov 3, 2026

Oakley Standard Issue

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

Members-only pricing on Oakley eyewear and apparel.

WhoActive duty, veterans, Guard, Reserve and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowFree registration and verification at oakleysi.com.

Not every product is included.

Oakley SI checked Nov 3, 2026

Vet Tix

Year-roundFreeVeteransActive dutyOnline

Free tickets to pro and college sports, concerts and shows, donated by teams and venues.

WhoCurrently serving, veterans of every branch, and family members of the fallen
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowSign up and verify at vettix.org; a small delivery fee per ticket. Events are drawn by lottery.
Vet Tix checked Nov 3, 2026

Avis through WeSalute+

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

Up to 35% off Pay Now rates.

WhoVeterans, active duty, Guard and Reserve, and their households, enrolled in WeSalute+
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowEnter the WeSalute AWD number when you book.

Blackout dates apply; U.S. and Canada residents.

Avis checked Nov 3, 2026

Discount Filter Shop

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnline

15% off refrigerator water filters plus free U.S. shipping.

WhoActive duty, Guard and Reserve, veterans, retirees and their households
WhenNov 8 to 11, 2026, online
HowVerify with GovX ID. A standing 10% applies the rest of the year.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Apple, Veterans and Military Purchase Program

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

10% off Apple products and accessories.

WhoCurrent and veteran U.S. military, Guard and Reserve, and household members
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowThrough the dedicated online store only, verified with ID.me. Not in Apple retail stores.

Excludes Apple Card Monthly Installments and the Upgrade Program.

Apple checked Nov 3, 2026

Under Armour

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnlineSpouses too

20% off at UA.com, the app and Brand House stores; 10% at Factory House.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, spouses and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify with ID.me. Cannot be combined with promo codes or sitewide sales.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Microsoft Store

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

Up to 10% off select products and services, with shipping to APO and FPO addresses.

WhoActive, former and retired military and their households
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify at checkout on microsoft.com.
Microsoft checked Nov 3, 2026

Dell Heroes program

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

An extra 10% off select PCs and electronics.

WhoMilitary, veterans, first responders and healthcare workers
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowJoin Dell Rewards and verify your status. Two discounted items per order, two orders a year.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Lenovo

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

A military discount on your whole purchase at lenovo.com.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve, and households
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowFree Lenovo account; select the military option in the cart and verify with ID.me.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

AT&T

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

Up to 20% off eligible unlimited plans.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees, Guard and Reserve, and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify online or in store; veterans use a DD-214. AutoPay and paperless billing required.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

T-Mobile

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

Military plan pricing on the Go5G Military plans.

WhoActive duty, veterans, retirees, Guard and Reserve, Gold Star family members
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowVerify within 45 days of activation. AutoPay required.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Sam's Club

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyOnline

60% off a Club membership, or $40 in Sam's Cash, for new military members.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve, and dependents
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowSign up online and verify with ID.me. New members, first year.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Travel, parks and attractions 19

Free entry, military rates and the passes that last past the holiday.

National Park Service

FreeNov 11

Entrance fees waived at every fee-charging national park site.

WhoU.S. citizens and residents, a new rule for 2026
WhenNov 11, 2026
HowJust show up. Timed-entry reservation fees, camping and amenity fees still apply.
National Park Service checked Nov 3, 2026

Military Lifetime Pass (America the Beautiful)

FreeYear-roundVeteransActive duty

A free lifetime pass covering entrance and standard day-use fees at national parks, forests, refuges and Corps of Engineers sites. Current military and dependents get a free annual pass.

WhoVeterans and Gold Star family members
WhenYear-round
HowIn person at more than a thousand federal sites with photo ID, by mail through the USGS store, or digitally on recreation.gov.

Non-transferable and cannot be replaced if lost.

National Park Service checked Nov 3, 2026

Washington State Parks

FreeNov 11

No Discover Pass needed for day use at state parks, DNR and WDFW lands.

WhoEveryone
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026
HowJust visit. Day use only; not Sno-Parks.

Covers the parks around JBLM, Kitsap, Whidbey and Fairchild.

Washington State Parks checked Nov 3, 2026

Great Wolf Lodge, Howling Heroes

VeteransActive dutyOnlineMulti-day

Up to 40% off standard suites on select dates.

WhoActive duty, retired and veteran military
WhenSelect 2026 dates; not holiday periods
HowPick a lodge, verify with ID.me, use code HEROES.

Room rate only. $20 per extra guest.

Great Wolf Lodge checked Nov 3, 2026

Knott's Berry Farm, Military Tribute Days

Multi-dayVeteransActive dutyOnline

$29 tickets for the service member and up to five guests.

WhoActive duty, retired and veteran U.S. military
WhenSelect Monday to Thursday dates, Nov 2 to Dec 17, 2026
HowID.me online, the park ticket booth, or your base Military Ticket Office. The military member must be present.
Knott's Berry Farm checked Nov 3, 2026

Carowinds, Military Appreciation Days

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free single-day admission.

WhoActive duty, retirees and veterans
WhenNov 14 and 15, 2026
HowShow military ID or proof of veteran status at the front gate.

Minutes from Fort Liberty and Camp Lejeune for a weekend run.

Carowinds checked Nov 3, 2026

LEGOLAND Florida

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free admission for the service member, 50% off up to six guests, and up to 25% off hotels through Dec 24 with code LLFMIL.

WhoMilitary members, veterans and first responders
WhenVisits Oct 1 to Nov 30, 2026
HowValid military ID at the gate; discounted guest tickets through base ITT offices.

Not valid with annual passes.

LEGOLAND Florida checked Nov 3, 2026

Universal Orlando, Military Freedom Pass

Multi-dayActive dutySpouses too

Two-park pass from $220, three-park from $255, 40% off Cabana Bay and up to 30% off other hotels.

WhoActive duty, Reserve, Guard, retirees and spouses, 100% disabled veterans, DoD civilians
WhenUse through Dec 18, 2026, with blockout dates
HowSold only at base Military Ticket and Travel offices; activate with a DoD ID at the gate.

Not available to non-disabled veterans.

Universal Orlando checked Nov 3, 2026

Point Defiance Zoo and Northwest Trek (Tacoma and Eatonville)

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

Free admission for the veteran or service member; immediate household half off.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11 to 15, 2026
HowAt the gate with military or veteran ID or a DD-214. Not valid online.

Twenty minutes from JBLM.

Point Defiance Zoo checked Nov 3, 2026

9/11 Memorial and Museum, Salute to Service

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyOnline

Free admission for Blue Star and Gold Star family members and guests; veterans and active duty are free all year.

WhoActive duty, veterans, Blue Star and Gold Star family members
WhenNov 11 to 15, 2026
HowReserve on the Salute to Service portal.
9/11 Memorial and Museum checked Nov 3, 2026

Museum of the American Revolution (Philadelphia)

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive duty

Free admission; the first 25 eligible visitors on Nov 11 get a commemorative coin.

WhoService members, veterans and Blue Star family members
WhenNov 8 to 11, 2026
HowIn person at the museum, not bookable online.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Zoos with a Veterans Day offer

FreeMulti-dayVeteransActive dutyID required

North Carolina Zoo free plus three guests (Nov 7 to 13); Cincinnati Zoo free with six half-price tickets for the household (Nov 11); Akron Zoo free, up to five tickets (Nov 7 to 11); Nashville Zoo free with the household (Nov 8); Montgomery Zoo 50% off (Nov 8 to 14).

WhoVeterans and active duty, often with guests
WhenDates vary, all in November 2026
HowAt the ticket counter with ID, not online.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Services and local 9

Haircuts, car care, transit and the things that run around a base town.

Great Clips

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Free haircut on the day, or a card for a free haircut later.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 2026, any U.S. salon; the card is good through Dec 4, 2026
HowWalk in or check in online. Anyone paying for a cut on Nov 11 can also ask for a card to hand to a veteran.
Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026

Sport Clips

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Free haircut, and every paid haircut sends $2 to the VFW Help A Hero scholarship fund.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenNov 11, 2026, participating stores
HowValid ID. Find a participating store at sportclips.com/store-locator with the veterans filter on.
Sport Clips press release checked Nov 3, 2026

Tommy's Express Car Wash

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Free WORKS wash; many sites add a detail kit.

WhoVeterans and active duty
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026
HowUse the cashier lane at a participating location, one wash per eligible vehicle. The list is at tommys-express.com/veterans-day.
Tommy's Express checked Nov 3, 2026

Cincinnati Metro

FreeNov 11VeteransActive dutyID required

Fare-free rides on every fixed-route bus and Access paratransit.

WhoVeterans, active duty, Reserve and Guard
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026
HowShow a DoD ID, VA ID, veteran-designated license or MVP card when you board.
Cincinnati Metro checked Nov 3, 2026

Amarillo City Transit

FreeNov 11VeteransID required

Free fixed-route and ACT-Connect rides.

WhoVeterans
WhenNov 11, 2026
HowProof of service when you board.
City of Amarillo checked Nov 3, 2026

Parades and the national observance

FreeMulti-day

Arlington National Cemetery wreath laying and ceremony at 11 a.m. Parades: San Diego (Harbor Drive, Nov 11, 10 a.m.), New York (Fifth Avenue, Nov 11), Virginia Beach (Atlantic Avenue, Nov 11, 9 a.m.), Houston ceremony (Nov 11, 10 a.m.), Poulsbo WA (Front Street, Nov 11, 11 a.m.), Auburn WA (Sat Nov 7, 11 a.m.).

WhoEveryone
WhenNov 7 and Nov 11, 2026
HowFree to attend. Confirm times with the organizers.
VA, Veterans Day 2026 checked Nov 3, 2026

ZIPS, Jet Brite and Rocket Express Car Wash

FreeNov 11VeteransActive duty

Free best wash: the Premier, Jet HD Glaze or Shoot the Moon.

WhoAll veterans and active military
WhenWed Nov 11, 2026, all 180-plus locations
HowTell the guest ambassador you served. No ID needed.
ZIPS press release checked Nov 3, 2026

Jiffy Lube

Year-roundVeteransActive dutyID required

15% off most services at company-owned centers.

WhoActive duty, retirees, veterans, Guard and Reserve
WhenYear-round, live in 2026
HowShow a military ID. No coupon needed. Participation varies by franchise.

Batteries, brakes, alignment and diagnostics are excluded.

Military.com, confirmed with the company checked Nov 3, 2026
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