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Veterans Day 2025: Discounts & Deals to Honor Those Who Serve

November 3, 2025


Veterans Day is a time to honor the brave men and women who have served our country — and many businesses across the U.S. are saying “thank you” with special offers, freebies, and discounts. Whether you’re grabbing your morning coffee, enjoying a meal, or planning a family outing, here are some of the best Veterans Day deals happening this year.


Free Coffee & Breakfast Offers


Black Rifle Coffee Company

On November 11, veterans can enjoy a free 16-ounce coffee at all Black Rifle Coffee Company Outposts. Everyone can also take advantage of a 25% discount on retail merchandise.
Online shoppers get extra perks through Monday:

  • 40% off for active-duty service members and veterans on BlackRifleCoffee.com
  • 30% off for all other customers (excluding subscriptions)
  • 50% off subscription plans


Dunkin

Active and retired military members receive a free donut on November 11 — no purchase necessary. Offer available in-store only while supplies last.


Scooter’s Coffee

Veterans get a free medium drink of their choice on November 11 with a valid military ID. Offer valid in-store only.


Starbucks

On November 11, Starbucks is honoring veterans, military service members, and their spouses with a free tall (12-ounce) brewed coffee, hot or iced, at participating locations.


Wendy’s

Veterans and active-duty military can start their day with a free Breakfast Combo, no purchase required, during breakfast hours on November 11. Available at participating locations for in-person orders only.


Ziggi’s Coffee

Veterans and active-duty members get a free 16oz drink on November 11 with valid military ID or proof of service.


Restaurant Meals & Dining Deals


Buffalo Wild Wings

Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy 10 free boneless wings and fries on November 11 with valid ID.

  • Available for dine-in or walk-in orders at Buffalo Wild Wings GO locations (not valid for online or delivery).

Applebee’s

Recieve a free meal from a select menu as a veteran and active-duty service member on November 11 at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Chili’s 

Veterans and active-duty service members can get a free meal on November 11 at all participating restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items. Your military ID will be required to redeem the offer.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers

Visit on November 11 and veterans and active duty service members will receive a free Freddy’s Combo meal card. No purchase is necessary to receive this special offer. Cards may be redeemed through December 31, 2025.

Cracker Barrel 

On November 11, veterans and active duty service members with a valid ID will get a free Sunrise Pancake Special.


Free Activities & Family Fun


Akron Zoo

Veterans receive free admission with military ID from November 7–11. Immediate family members receive 50% off admission. Tickets must be purchased at the gate.


Colonial Williamsburg

Enjoy a bit of history with free admission for active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, National Guardsmen, and their immediate dependents from November 7–11.


Nashville Zoo

On November 9, active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their immediate families receive free admission — no advance reservations required.


Free Haircuts for Veterans


Great Clips

On November 11, veterans and active military service members can get a free haircut or pick up a free haircut card to use later at any U.S. Great Clips salon.


Sport Clips

Participating Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to veterans and active-duty service members on November 11.


Retail Discounts


Kohl’s

Active-duty military, veterans, retirees, and their immediate family members receive 30% off in-store purchases on November 10 and 11. Some exclusions apply.


Target

Target is offering a 10% military discount through November 11 for active-duty personnel, veterans, and their families. The discount can be used twice, in-store or online.


Walgreens

From November 8–11, veterans, military members, and their families receive 20% off eligible regular-priced items at Walgreens or Duane Reade locations nationwide. Restrictions may apply.


A Note of Thanks

From free coffees to special discounts, these offers are a small token of appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. To all veterans, active-duty service members, and their families, thank you for your service!

For a more comprehensive list visit: Military.com

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