Veterans Day 2026 Offers: FREE Meals, Haircuts & More
Celebrate Veterans Day with free meals and sweet deals!
Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, November 11th, and many stores and restaurants have already announced free meals and other discounts, freebies, and deals for veterans, active-duty military members, and their spouses!
Below, we’re sharing all of the free meals and other offers that have been confirmed for Veterans Day 2026. Keep checking back as November 11th approaches, because we’ll be adding all the best Veterans Day deals to this list as they’re announced!
Please note that in many cases, proof of military service will be required to claim these offers. We recommend calling ahead to make sure that your local restaurants and retailers are participating (and to verify their ID requirements).
Get 10% off in-store and online at Academy Sports.
All military and first responders get 10% off their in-store and online purchases at Academy Sports. This discount is available to military members currently serving and veterans from all five branches, plus the Reserves and National Guard.
Stop by Applebee’s for a free entrée.
Veterans and Active Duty Military who visit a participating Applebee’s restaurant on Wednesday, November 11th, can receive a free full-size entrée from the following list:
- 6 oz. Top Sirloin
- Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
- Chicken Tenders Platter
- Double Crunch Shrimp
- Fiesta Lime Chicken
- Oriental Chicken Salad
- Three-Cheese Chicken Penne
They’ll also get a $5 Bounce Back Card to use toward their next meal at Applebee’s.
Get a 5-course hibachi entrée with your appetizer purchase at Benihana.
From Monday, November 9th through Wednesday, November 11th, active military, veterans, first responders, and Gold Star Families can enjoy a complimentary 5-course hibachi entrée with the purchase of an appetizer at Benihana.
This offer requires proof of military service and is valid for dine-in only.
Treat yourself to a free meal at Biscuit Belly.
Biscuit Belly offers a daily 10% discount to all veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders. On Veteran’s Day, they also offer a complimentary meal to all Veterans at any Biscuit Belly location.
Grab a free one-topping pizza from Blaze Pizza.
On Wednesday, November 11th, veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a free one-topping pizza from participating Blaze Pizza locations nationwide.
Enjoy a free meal from Bob Evans.
On Wednesday, November 11th, veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal from Bob Evans’ special Veterans Day menu.
Bubba’s 33 is offering a free lunch for Veterans.
On November 11th, 2026, veterans can visit Bubba’s 33 for a free lunch from 11 am to 4 pm, or get a voucher for a future visit.
Enjoy a free meal at Chili’s.
Chili’s is offering veterans and active military members a FREE meal on Wednesday, November 11th. Service members can select a free entrée from the following choices: Chicken Crispers, Chili or Soup & Salad, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, or an Oldtimer with Cheese.
Get free chips and dip from Chipotle.
On Wednesday, November 11th, active-duty US service members and veterans with valid proof of eligibility can receive a free order of chips and dip with a $5 in-restaurant purchase at Chipotle. Choose from guacamole, queso blanco, or salsa.
Get a Free Grand Slam at Denny’s
On November 11th, Denny’s is offering a FREE Original Grand Slam to active-duty, inactive, and retired military personnel from 5 AM to noon! Just show a valid military ID or DD-214 at participating locations to enjoy this dine-in-only freebie (beverage not included).
Score a free Pulled Pork Sandwich from Dickey’s BBQ.
On Veterans Day 2026, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is offering a free Pulled Pork Sandwich to military veterans and active-duty personnel. This offer is available in-restaurant for dine-in or carry out with valid military ID, and there’s a limit ofone Pulled Pork Sandwich per eligible guest.
Receive a free combo meal card from Freddy’s.
On Wednesday, November 11th, all Veterans and current military personnel can stop by Freddy’s to receive a free combo meal card – no purchase necessary! Cards may be redeemed through November 25th, 2026.
Golden Corral will have free meals for Veterans.
On November 11th, from 4 PM until close, all active U.S. service members, retired military, and veterans will receive a free “thank you” meal at Golden Corral.
Great Clips is giving free haircuts to Veterans.
On Wednesday, November 11th, veterans and active service members can go into any U.S. Great Clips salon and get a free haircut or a free haircut card for a future visit.
Additionally, non-military customers who get a haircut on Veterans Day at Great Clips will also receive a free haircut card to give to an active service member or veteran they know. These cards can be redeemed for a free haircut through December 4th, 2026.
Get a free breakfast buffet and 15% off your Hy-Vee purchase.
Veterans and active-duty military members can stop by Hy-Vee on Wednesday, November 11th, for a free buffet-style breakfast from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Plus, they get a 15% discount on in-store or online orders placed November 11th with promo code VETS2026.
Enjoy a free Pancake Combo from IHOP.
From 7 AM to 7 PM on Veterans Day, Vets can get a FREE Red, White & Blueberry Pancake combo at IHOP with proof of service.
We’re hearing reports of a FREE meal at In-N-Out Burger.
From 10:30 AM to 1:00 AM on Wednesday, November 11th, all veterans, active duty military, Reserves, and National Guard may be able to claim a complimentary meal from In-N-Out Burger with proof of service. This includes any burger, fries, and beverage on the menu, plus a special-edition Veterans Day decal!
In-N-Out has not publicly announced this offer yet, so please reach out to your local In-N-Out to verify their participation.
Get a free Bloomin’ Onion, a drink, and a meal Outback Steakhouse.
On November 10th and 11th, active and retired U.S. military personnel and veterans can receive a FREE Bloomin’ Onion and choice of a Coca-Cola product or 16 oz. domestic draft beer at Outback Steakhouse. They’ll also receive a FREE Hero’s Meal for a future visit through their Dine Rewards account (valid 11/16/26 – 5/2/27).
Get a free meal and drink at Pilot.
On November 11th, Pilot is treating active-duty military members and veterans to a FREE sandwich and coffee or fountain drink at participating locations! Just verify your military status through ID.me and claim the offer in the Pilot app.
Get a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with Steak Fries at Red Robin.
Veterans and active duty service members get a FREE Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries with proof of service on Wednesday, November 11th (dine-in only).
Get a complete meal for FREE at Ruby Tuesday.
On Wednesday, November 11th, every US Veteran, retired, active duty, or reserve service member gets a FREE entrée, Garden Bar and a bottomless drink with proof of military service at Ruby Tuesday.
Save up to 30% on Samsung products.
For a limited time, veterans get up to 30% off Samsung products through Samsung’s WeSalute+ Member Store. To access this discount, veterans must follow these steps to create an account.
Get a free meal from Sonny’s BBQ.
All Veterans can enjoy a free Pork Big Deal on Wednesday, November 11th. A Pork Big Deal comes with a pulled or sliced pork sandwich on garlic bread or a bun, and you get to add on your pick of a Sidekick and drink.
To claim this offer, just show your valid military ID or proof of service.
Veterans & service members get a free haircut at Sport Clips.
Participating Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts for veterans and service members on Wednesday, November 11th.
Through November 14th, participating Sport Clips stores will also donate $2 from every paid haircut to the VFW’s Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship fund.
Grab a free hot or iced coffee from Starbucks.
On Veterans Day, Veterans, military service members and military spouses can enjoy a FREE tall (12 fl. oz.) brewed coffee (hot or iced). This offer is valid 11/11/26 on café and drive-thru orders only. Cold Brew, Nitro and beverage customizations are excluded from this offer, and there’s a limit of one per customer per visit.
Save an additional 20% on your Target purchase.
Target’s military discount is back through November 11th, and it’s valid for 20% off your purchase!
To claim this offer, create or sign in to your Target Circle account (free to join), and verify your military status. If you’ve previously verified your military status, the Circle offer will be loaded into your account automatically!
Get a Free Cheeseburger at Wendy’s.
On November 11, veterans and active-duty military can score a FREE Dave’s Single Cheeseburger at participating Wendy’s locations!
Just identify yourself as a veteran or active-duty military member when ordering in-store or at the drive-thru; limit one per person, with no purchase necessary, no substitutions, and no app, kiosk, mobile, or delivery orders.
Enjoy a free appetizer from Yard House.
On Wednesday, November 11th, veterans and active-duty military personnel will receive a FREE appetizer with a valid military ID. This offer is available for dine-in guests only, and no purchase is necessary.
Please remember that in many cases, proof of military service is required to get these deals. We recommend calling ahead to make sure that your local restaurants and retailers are participating (and to verify their ID requirements).
A BIG thank you to all the Military personnel who served our country in the past and who are currently serving our country and protecting our freedom! ♥
Thank a veteran with these FREE “Thank You For Your Service” printable cards!
Michael’s has a veterans benefit all year. It is 15% off your purchase.
Thanks for sharing, Kellie! ❤️