Every year on November 11th, Americans recognize and honor veterans with the national Veterans Day holiday. Dozens of restaurants, retailers, and attractions offer Veterans Day freebies to honor current and former US military members.

2022 Veterans Day Freebies

Veterans Day Freebies 2022

Browse the great offers available to Veterans for Veterans Day 2022. As a bonus, there are a few great offers that are available to everyone!

Restaurants Free Meals Veterans Day

To thank veterans for their service, there are over 80 offers from restaurants free meals Veterans Day!

Restaurants Free Meals Veterans Day

Browse the list of free meals Veterans Day and enjoy the Red Lobster Veterans Day special or one of the other great FREE Veterans Day meals 2022. Most offers are valid on Veterans Day only, but a handful are valid all weekend (or on another date).

• 99 Restaurants: Veterans and active-duty military receive one of six FREE meals (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 from 11 am – 5 pm with proper ID)
• Another Broken Egg Cafe: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Patriot French Toast Combo and coffee (dine-in at participating cafes on 11/11/2022)
• Applebee’s: U.S. Veterans and Active Duty Military receive a FREE entree from a special menu plus a $5 Bounce Back Card (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of service)
• Au Bon Pain: Active and retired military receive a FREE breakfast sandwich and small drip coffee (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 with military ID)
• Bagger Dave’s Tavern: Veterans and First Responders receive a FREE Great American Cheeseburger and hand-cut fries (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proper ID)
• Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar: Veterans & Active Duty service members receive a FREE BD’s All American Burger with choice of cheese & housemade chips (dine-in on 11/11/2022 from 11 am – 3 pm with proof of service)
• Bar Louie: Veterans receive a FREE Craft Burger (11/11/2022 dine-in with valid military ID)
• Beef ‘O’ Brady’s: FREE meal for veterans with the purchase of equal or greater value up to $12 (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proper ID)
• Benihana: Active and retired military receive a FREE appetizer (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 with military ID)
• BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Current and former military receive a choice of FREE meal from a selection of BJ’s favorites and a FREE Dr Pepper beverage (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of service)
• Black Angus Steakhouse: Veterans receive a FREE steak entrée that includes 6oz. Top Sirloin, Red Skin Mashed Potatoes, and Broccoli (11/11/2022 from 12 pm – 3 pm)
• Bob Evans: Veterans and active-duty military receive their choice of 1 of 7 FREE homestyle favorites (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of service)
• Bonefish Grill: Veterans receive a FREE Bang Bang Shrimp and a beverage (11/11/2022 with proof of service)
• Bravo (eClub membership required): Veterans receive a FREE Pasta Entree (dine-in on 11/11/2022 with proof of service and emailed offer)
• Brio (eClub membership required): Veterans receive a FREE Pasta Entree (dine-in on 11/11/2022 with proof of service and emailed offer)
• Bubba Gump: Veterans receive 20% off of their meal for parties of up to 4 people with a minimum $40 purchase excluding alcohol (dine-in on 11/13/2022 with military ID)
• Buca di Beppo (eClub membership required): Veterans receive a FREE lunch (dine-in on 11/11/2022 with proof of service and emailed offer)
• Calhoun’s TN: Veterans receive a FREE lunch (11/11/2022 from 10:45 am – 4 pm with Military ID)
• California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty military receive a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage plus choice of one entrée from our prix fixed menu (11/11/2022)
• Carolina Ale House: Veterans and active-duty military receive FREE ribs (11/11/2022 dine-in)
• Carraba’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive an appetizer or dessert and a non-alcoholic beverage (11/11/2022 dine-in with military ID)
• Chicken Salad Chick: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Chick Special and regular-size drink (11/11/2022 dine-in with military ID or in uniform)
• Chuck E. Cheese (eClub membership required): Veterans receive a FREE 1-topping personal pizza (dine-in on 11/11/2022 with proof of service and emailed offer)
• Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive their choice of 1 of 4 FREE entrees (11/11/2022 dine-in only)
• Cicis: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE buffet (11/11/2022 dine-in with military ID)
• City Barbecue: Veterans and active US military receive a free sandwich (excluding brisket), one side, and a drink (11/11/2022 in-store for dine-in or carryout)
• Coco’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive one of four FREE meals (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proper ID)
• Cody’s Original Roadhouse: Veterans receive a complimentary 8 oz. Top Sirloin or 8 oz. BBQ Chicken Breast with choice of side (11/11/2022 dine-in with proper ID)
• Columbia Factory Stores: US Military and First Responders receive an additional 20% off of entire purchase (11/3/2022 – 11/11/2022 with ID)
• Cracker Barrel:
  • Veterans and active duty military receive a free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola® Cake (with proper ID on 11/11/2022 in-store or online with code VETSDAY22)
  • Military apparel and drinkware are 25% in our retail shop (through 11/14/2022)
• Dairy Queen: FREE medium BLIZZARD® Treat for veterans and active-duty members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard, or Reserves (valid 11/11/2022 at restaurants when either in uniform or with valid proof of service via military ID, veterans designation on driver’s license or DD214 paperwork)
• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Veterans receive a FREE Pulled Pork Sandwich by using code VETFREE! (11/11/2022 only with proper ID)
• Einstein Bros Bagels: Veterans receive a FREE large iced or hot coffee with any purchase (11/11/2022 only)
• Famous Dave’s: Veterans receive a FREE Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich (11/11/2022 only with proper ID)
• Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse: Military veterans and active-duty personnel receive 50% off of meal plus up to 3 guests will receive 10% off of their meal (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proper ID)
• Freebirds World Burrito: Veterans receive a FREE regular size chips & dip (11/11/2022 with valid ID)
• Friendly’s Restaurants: Veterans receive a FREE Cheeseburger with Fries (11/11/2022 only with proper ID)
• Frisch’s Big Boy: Veterans receive a FREE Big Boy, Drink, and Fries (11/11/2022 only with valid military ID card)
• Golden Corral: Veterans, active duty, and military reserves receive dinner for Military Appreciation Night (dine-in only on 11/14/2022 from 5 pm – close with proper ID)
• Grillsmith: Veterans and military personnel receive a FREE entree priced $38 or less (11/11/2022 only with valid ID)
• Hard Rock Cafe:
  • Veterans and active duty military receive a FREE Legendary Burger (11/11/2022 with valid ID)
  • Veterans receive a 15% discount on food purchases (ongoing offer)
• Hickory Tavern: Veterans and Active Duty Military can enjoy a FREE menu item of their choice (11/11/2022 with military ID)
• Hooters: Past and present military members receive 1 of 5 FREE dinner entrees with beverage purchase (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 with proper ID)
• Huddle House: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE MVP Platter (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 with valid ID)
• IHOP: Veterans and active-duty military receive FREE Red, White, and Blueberry Pancakes (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 from 7 am – 7 pm with proper ID)
• Joe’s Crab Shack: Veterans receive 20% off in honor of Veteran’s Day on Sunday, November 13, 2022
• Johnny Rockets: Veterans receive a FREE Single Burger (in-store only on 11/11/2022 with proper ID)
• Kona Grill: Veterans receive 50% off of food all weekend in honor of Veteran’s Day (dine-in only from 11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022 with military ID)
• Krispy Kreme: Free Doughnut of Choice & Small Hot or Iced Brewed Coffee (in-store on 11/11/2022 only)
• Little Caesars: Veterans receive a FREE lunch combo (in-store only on 11/11/2022 from 11 am – 2 pm with proper ID)
• Logan’s Roadhouse: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE meal from Veterans Day menu (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 from 3 pm – 6 pm with proper ID)
• Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-b-que: Veterans and active-duty military receive their choice of 1 of 4 FREE entrees plus a $10 Thank You Card (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of service)
• Macaroni Grill: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti (11/11/2022 dine-in with proof of military service)
• Max & Erma’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE cheeseburger with endless fries, fresh-baked cookie, and a fountain drink (11/11/2022 at participating locations with proof of military service)
• McCormick & Schmick’s: Veterans of the U.S. Military, National Guard, Gold Star Parents, and Gold Star Spouses receive a half-priced entrée from a special Veterans Day Menu on Sunday, November 13, 2022 (valid ID required)
• Medieval Times: Veterans, spouses, and family members receive 20% off of tickets via the ID.me platform
• O’Charleys: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE meal from Veterans Day menu (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of military service)
• On The Border: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Combo 2 (in-store on 11/11/2022 with proof of service)
• Outback Steakhouse: Veterans and their spouses receive a FREE Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola product (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proof of military service)
• Perkins Restaurant & Bakery: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Magnificent Seven meal (dine-in on 11/11/2022 with proper ID)
• Pilot Flying J: myRewards Plus members who are verified veterans receive a FREE meal up to $12 in honor of Veteran’s Day (11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022)
• Pizza Ranch: email subscribers should look for a coupon for Veterans and Active Duty Military to receive a FREE adult buffet (11/11/2022)
• Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military, and reservists receive a FREE Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw (11/11/2022 from 11:00 am and 4:00 pm dine-in and To-Go orders placed in restaurant with proper ID)
• Red Robin: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Red’s Tavern Double burger served with Bottomless Steak Fries (11/11/2022)
• Ruby Tuesday: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Garden Bar (11/11/2022 only)
• Shane’s Rib Shack: Veterans receive a complimentary BBQ Pork or Chopped BBQ Chicken Plate in honor of Veteran’s Day (in-store only from 11/9/2022 – 11/11/2022 with proof of service)
• Shari’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive one of four FREE meals (11/11/2022 dine-in only with proper ID)
• Shoney’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE All-You-Care-To-Eat Breakfast Bar (11/11/2022 from open until 11 am)
• Smashburger: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE burger or sandwich (11/11/2022 in-store only with proper ID)
• Smokey Bones: Past and present military members receive 1 of 3 FREE meals (dine-in only on 11/11/2022 with valid military ID)
• Sonny’s BBQ: Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Pork Big Deal (11/11/2022 with coupon and verification via the ID.me platform)
• Starbucks: Veterans, military service members and military spouses can enjoy a free tall (12 oz) brewed hot or iced coffee (café and drive-thru orders on 11/11/2022 only)
• Steak ‘n Shake: Veterans receive a FREE milkshake (in-store on 11/11/2022 with military ID or in-uniform)
• TCBY: Veterans get their first 6 oz of froyo FREE at their local TCBY (11/11/2022 only)
• Texas de Brazil:
  • Veterans receive 25% off of regular dinner (up to 6 veterans per table/reservation from 11/7/2022 – 11/11/2022 and 11/14/2022 – 11/17/2022 with military ID, DOD ID, DVA ID, or DD214 ID)
  • Military members, veterans, EMS, and teachers receive a 15% Texas de Brazil discount on dine-in dinners, lunches, and salad area only (ongoing offer / no expiration)
• TGI Fridays: Veterans and active duty receive a FREE lunch (11/11/2022 from 11:00 am and 2:00 pm with proper ID)
• Tijuana Flats: Veterans and active military receive 50% off an entree (11/11/2022 with valid ID)
• Torchy’s Tacos: Veterans and active military receive a FREE taco and fountain drink (11/11/2022 with proof of service)
• Tucanos Brazilian Grill: Veterans receive a FREE Churrasco Meal with the purchase of another adult churrasco meal -OR- veterans dining by themselves receive half off (11/10/2022 – 11/12/2022 with proof of service)
• Wienerschnitzel: Veterans receive a FREE Chili Dog, Small Fries, and Small Pepsi (11/11/2022 with military ID or in-uniform)
• White Castle: Veterans receive a FREE Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal (11/11/2022 with proper ID)

Free Veterans Day Services for Veterans

In addition to all the free Veterans Day meals, veterans can also get a free haircut and more!

Veterans Day 2022 Freebies

• Goodyear Auto Service and Just Tire: 
  • Veterans, active-duty military, and first responders save 10% on tires and services (schedule appointment by 11/14/22 for service by 11/17/22)
  • Veterans, active-duty military, and first responders get free car care checks
    • Tire Check: Includes a visual check of the tire condition, tread depth, tread pattern, and air pressure
    • Brake Check: Includes a visual inspection of brake pads and rotors, shoes and drums, calipers, wheel cylinders, brake hoses, master cylinder and brake fluid level
    • Battery Check: Includes testing the voltage of your battery
• Sports Clips:
  • Veterans and Active Duty service members get a FREE haircut (11/11/2022)
  • A donation of $2 will be made to the Help a Hero scholarship program for every haircut on Veterans Day

Free Veterans Day Entertainment for Veterans

Veterans Day Specials Veterans

Veterans can enjoy free admission to museums, gardens, and exhibits across the county in honor of Veterans Day and Veterans Appreciation Month!

• Akron Zoo (OH):
  • Veterans receive FREE admission for Veterans Day weekend from 11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022 (valid ID required)
  • Veteran’s immediate family members receive 50% off single-day tickets
• Colonial Williamsburg (VA):  all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen, and their immediate dependents receive FREE admission during Veterans Day weekend 11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022) which includes
  • Admission to historic trades and sites
  • Admission to two world-class art museums
  • Complimentary shuttle service
• Country Music Hall of Fame (TN): Veterans and up to 3 guests receive free admission on Veterans Day (11/11/2022)
• Durham Museum (NE):
  • Veterans and their families receive FREE general admission on Veterans Day (11/11/2022 with valid ID)
  • Veterans also receive a FREE hot dog meal at the Soda Fountain on 11/11/2022
• Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (IA): Veterans receive free admission on Veterans Day (11/11/2022)
• Georgia Aquarium (GA):
  • Veterans receive FREE general admission on Mondays in November and December 2022 (valid ID required)
  • Veterans’ immediate family members will receive 30% off single-day tickets (Mondays between 11/7/2022 – 12/26/2022)
• Monticello (VA):
  • US military veterans receive FREE admission for the Monticello Self-Guided Pass, Gardens and Grounds Pass, or the Highlights Tour during Veterans Day weekend (11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022)
  • Admission for active-duty military personnel is FREE year-round for the Self-Guided Tour and Gardens and Grounds Pass
• Natural History Museum of Utah (UT): Veterans plus one guest receive FREE admission during Veterans Day weekend (11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022 with ID)
• Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden (OK):
  • Veterans receive FREE general admission for military appreciation month in November 2022 (valid ID required)
  • Up to four immediate family members can receive 50% off single-day tickets (11/1/2022 – 11/30/2022)
• Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium (WA):
  • Veterans receive FREE general admission for Veterans Day weekend from 11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022 (valid ID required)
  • Veteran’s immediate family members receive 50% off single-day tickets
• San Antonio Zoo (TX):
  • Veterans receive FREE admission for military appreciation month in November 2022 (valid ID required)
  • Up to four immediate family members can receive 50% off single-day tickets (11/1/2022 – 11/30/2022)

Free Veterans Day Deals for Everyone

Free Veterans Day Stuff for Everyonedisc

Finally, these Veterans Day deals are available for everyone to enjoy!

• Free entrance to US Army Corps of Engineers recreation areas on 11/11/2022
• Free Entrance Day to US National Parks
  • Everyone gets free admission into US National Parks in honor of Veterans Day on 11/11/2022
  • Additionally, current US Military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, as well as Reserve and National Guard members) and their dependents qualify for a free National Parks annual pass
• Free Entrance Day to US National Forest Sites: Everyone gets free admission into US National Forest sites in honor of Veterans Day on 11/11/2022

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Remember to honor the veterans in your life on Veterans Day on 11/11/2022. Share this list of great deals and 2022 Veterans Day freebies so they can experience appreciation at the location of their choice.

Veterans Day Freebies 2022

Which free Veterans Day deals will you enjoy this year? Do you enjoy the free food Veterans Day offers more or the chance to visit top attractions for free?

To learn more about ongoing discounts and deals for veterans, visit the Discounts for Active and Retired Military Veterans article.