Veterans Day 2026 Discounts and Deals

At the University of Cincinnati, we’re honored to count veterans and active-duty military amongst our online learning community. Although Veterans Day is on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, numerous organizations and brands offer discounts, free admission, and other perks to veterans throughout the month.

In honor of Veterans Day, we’ve compiled a list of discounts and deals available to veterans and active-duty military, across the nation and local to the Cincinnati area. 

• Academy Sports. From now until November 11, take 10% off your entire purchase online or in‑store.
• AutoNation. 15% off of services, parts and accessories. Show valid military or veteran ID to claim offer in an AutoNation store, or use the code VETS15 when shopping online through November 30. 
• Caesars. Up to 25% off lowest available rates. Booking runs through November 11, and travel is valid through November 2027.
• 4Patriots. Best-selling 72-Hour Emergency Survival Food Kit, priced at $29.29, is free for to all veterans and active military on November 11.  
• Expert Voice. Offers exclusive discounts of up to 60% off for military families through Blue Star Families Perks program, on Veterans Day and year-round.
• Eyemart Express. Offers 20% off prescription glasses and sunglasses to active and non-active military members, retirees, veterans and dependents year-round. 
• Five Below. From November 9-15, veterans, service members and military families get 10% military discount.
• Great Clips. On November 11, active military and veterans get a free haircut or voucher redeemable through December 4. 
• Hoffman Car Wash. Offers a free Ultimate Car Wash on November 11 to veterans, active-duty and retired military (Exterior and Full Service locations only.)
• Hy-Vee. 15% off groceries purchased in-store or online using the code VETS2026 on November 11. Additionally, stop by the free breakfast buffet from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. for service members and veterans with valid ID. 
• Kohl’s. 30% off qualifying in-store purchases November 10-11. Kohl’s also runs a special 15% off “Military Mondays” recurring sale.
• Lowe’s. Everyday 10% off to veterans, active military, and spouses. Verify through ID.me. 
• Military exchanges. AAFES, NEXCOM and MCX exchanges host special Veterans Day events, discounts, and giveaways. Check with the exchange on your installation or base for more details.
• Sport Clips. Participating stores offer free haircuts to veterans and active-duty service members. 
• Take 5 Oil Change. Year-round 25% discount to military members and veterans.
• Target. 20% off purchases—must verify your status through SheerID in the Target Circle app—and 50% off Target Circle 360 membership, annual or monthly. 
• The Home Depot. Everyday 10% off, in stores and online.
• Tommy’s Express Car Wash. On November 11, veterans and active military receive a free car wash at participating locations. 
• Tractor Supply. Sign up for a free Neighbor’s Club Hometown Heroes membership and get 10% off on Veterans Day, as well as other Honoring Heroes Days throughout the year.
• Walgreens. From November 8-11, veterans, military, and their families get 20% off regular price eligible store items at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore nationwide. (Restrictions may apply.) 

• 7 Brew. 50% off drink order at participating 7 Brew stands.
• 54th Street Grill & Bar. Up to $10 off any entrée on November 11, dine-in only.
• 99 Restaurants. FREE LUNCH from our Veterans Day menu with any entrée purchase on 11/11, opening – 4 p.m. Military ID required.
• Applebee’s. Special Veterans Day meal on November 11. Dine-in only.
• Aspen Creek. Free $15 meal vouchers available to all veterans and active-duty military on November 11. Can be redeemed through December 24. Dine-in only.
• Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar. FREE BD’s All-American Burger with cheese and a classic side from 11-4 PM.
• Benihana. November 9-11, veterans and military receive complimentary five-course hibachi entrée with the purchase of an appetizer.
• Biggby Coffee. Free 16-ounce hot or iced brewed coffee. 
• Biscuit Belly. Seat and complimentary meal for veterans on November 11. Regularly offers a daily 10% discount to all veterans, active-duty servicemembers and first responders. 
• Blaze Pizza. FREE one-topping pizza on November 11 at participating locations.
• Bob Evans. Receive a free meal from Veterans Day menu on November 11.
• Bruegger’s Bagels. Free bagel and shmear AND free coffee on Veterans Day.
• Buca di Beppo. FREE lunch entrée to veterans and active-duty military on November 11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at all Buca di Beppo locations nationwide, dine-in only. Valid military ID or proof of service required.
• Buffalo Wild Wings. 10 FREE boneless wings + fries with valid proof of service at participating Buffalo Wild Wings sports bars, dine-in only on November 11.
• Casey’s. Free Fountain Drink or Coffee for veterans this Veterans Day.
• Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen. Complimentary appetizer or dessert on November 11. No purchase necessary.
• Chili’s. FREE Veterans Day meal at participating locations. Dine-in only, select items. 
• Denny’s. Free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon local time at participating locations, November 11. Valid ID required.
• Fazoli’s. Enjoy free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce on Veterans Day with proof of veteran or military status. No purchase necessary.
• Freddy’s. Issues a free Freddy's combo meal card, suitable for any combo meal, to veterans and active military on November 11. Can be redeemed through November 25.
• Gold Star Chili. Complimentary meal of choice (up to $12 off order with proof of service).
• IHOP. Free red, white and blueberry pancake combo to veterans and active-duty servicemembers on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at participating restaurants nationwide.
• Joe’s Crab Shack. 20% off dine-in meal on November 11. 
• Olive Garden. Complimentary entrée from a special menu, featuring favorites like chicken parmigiana and fettuccine alfredo, on November 11 when dining in.
• Outback Steakhouse. November 10-11, receive a FREE Bloomin' Onion® and choice of a COCA-COLA® product or 16 oz. domestic draft beer. Redeem your Veterans Day offer as a Dine Rewards member and earn a FREE Hero's Meal for a future visit.
• Red Robin. FREE Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Fries for Guests who provide proof of service on November 11.
• Scooter’s Coffee. Free medium drink to veterans and active-duty military members nationwide on November 11 with valid ID.
• Starbucks. Free beverages to current and former military members on Veterans Day November 11.
• Torchy’s Tacos. Free taco and free regular fountain drink with military ID in all restaurants on November 11.
• Twin Peaks. Complimentary entrée from a select menu on Veterans Day + 20% off throughout November with military ID.
• Wendy’s. FREE Dave’s Single at participating locations.
• White Castle. Free individual combo meal or breakfast combo meal to all veterans and active-duty service members at participating locations. No purchase necessary, valid ID required. 

• Cincinnati Zoo. FREE admission to the Zoo on November 11 for veterans and active military. The offer also allows military personnel to purchase up to six (6) discounted admission tickets for immediate family.
• Dave & Buster’s. Free unlimited gameplay all day November 11 on blue + green swipe games. No tickets are earned with unlimited play + a free dessert with purchase of an entrée.
• Legoland. Service members, veterans, and their families receive free admission through November 30 at participating locations.
• Louisville Zoo. Active military, veterans, and family receive free admission from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on November 11, as well as 10% off at gift shop and 50% off concessions.
• Main Event. Enjoy a free double cheeseburger with fries + 30 minutes of game play, November 11 only.
• National Park Service. Waives entrance fees at all its sites on November 11 for everyone, not just veterans.
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation areas. The Corps of Engineers waives day-use fees at its recreation areas on Veterans Day, including boat-launch and swim-beach fees. (Open to all visitors—doesn’t cover camping or group shelters.)
• U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Entrance fees are waived at national wildlife refuges and other lands that normally charge them. (Doesn’t cover concessionaire or permit fees, such as for hunting, fishing or special tours.) 

• November 11:  VFW Post 10380 Veterans Day Ceremony at 11am, Veteran’s Park Plaza (6303 Harrison Ave). The public is invited to this ceremony to honor local veterans.
• November 11: Blue Ash Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon at 10:30am—featuring a memorial ceremony and various speakers. Followed by luncheon at the Recreation Center hosted by members of the 123rd Air Control Squadron. $7 per person.
• November 11: The Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library hosts a Veterans Day Commemoration at the Downtown Main Library, 10:30am-noon. 
• November 15: The Honor Run (Florence, Ky). All proceeds from the Honor Run Half Marathon, 10K Run/Walk, and 5K Run/Walk are donated to Honor Flight Tri State.

On behalf of the University of Cincinnati Online, thank you to all veterans and active-duty military for their service. Our community and country are made better through your selfless contributions.