Confirmed for 2026
Chili's
Free meal from a limited Veterans Day menu
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and active duty. Dine-in only at participating restaurants. Drinks and tip not included.
Source: chilis.com ↗From veteran-owned businesses
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Restaurants
Free meals confirmed for 2026
Each business has announced these for Veterans Day 2026. Bring proof of service, and call ahead since some locations don't take part.
Confirmed for 2026
Golden Corral
Free dinner buffet and drink at Military Appreciation Night
Wed, Nov 11, 4 p.m. to close
Anyone who served: veterans, retirees, active duty, Guard and Reserve. Dine-in only. Guests pay regular price.
Source: goldencorral.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
Bob Evans
One free item from a Veterans Day menu
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and active duty with proof of service. Dine-in only. Drinks and tip not included.
Source: bobevans.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
Chipotle
Free chips and dip with a $5+ purchase
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and active duty with proof of service. In restaurant only, not online or delivery.
Source: newsroom.chipotle.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
Applebee's
Free lunch or dinner from a select entrée menu
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans. Dine-in only at participating restaurants.
Source: applebees.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Free combo meal card, no purchase needed
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and active duty. Use the card any time through Nov 25.
Source: freddys.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
World of Beer
Free Single Smash Burger & Fries
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans with a military ID or VA card. In-store, one per person, participating locations.
Source: worldofbeer.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
Yard House
One free appetizer
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and active duty. Dine-in only, no purchase needed.
Source: yardhouse.com ↗Confirmed for 2026
McCormick & Schmick's
Select entrées at half price
Sun, Nov 8
Veterans, active duty and Gold Star families.
Source: mccormickandschmicks.com ↗Parks & museums
Free admission
Confirmed for 2026
National parks
Free entrance at every National Park Service site that charges a fee
Wed, Nov 11
Veterans and Gold Star Families can also get a free lifetime pass year-round.
Source: nps.gov ↗Confirmed for 2026
National wildlife refuges
Free entry to refuges that normally charge a fee
Wed, Nov 11
Open to everyone. Some activity and permit fees still apply.
Source: fws.gov ↗Confirmed for 2026
Museum of the American Revolution
Free admission for military, veterans and Blue Star Families
Nov 8 to 11
Philadelphia, PA. The first 25 eligible visitors on Nov 11 get a commemorative coin.
Source: amrevmuseum.org ↗Confirmed for 2026
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Free admission for active duty, former and retired military
Wed, Nov 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mount Vernon, VA. Family and guests pay regular price.
Source: mountvernon.org ↗Confirmed for 2026
LEGOLAND New York
Free admission for military and veterans, 50% off for up to 6 guests
Oct 1 to Nov 30
Goshen, NY.
Source: legoland.com ↗Not announced yet
Offered last year, watch for 2026
These ran on Veterans Day 2025 but haven't announced 2026 details yet. We'll move them up when they do.
- Denny'sLast year: Free Original Grand Slam, 5 a.m. to noon
- IHOPLast year: Free Red, White & Blueberry pancake combo
- Outback SteakhouseLast year: Free three-course meal, dine-in
- Red RobinLast year: Free Red's Big Tavern Burger with fries, dine-in
- StarbucksLast year: Free tall brewed coffee, spouses included
- Texas RoadhouseLast year: Meal voucher to use on a later visit
- Olive GardenLast year: Free entrée from a select menu
- Sport ClipsLast year: Free haircut at participating locations
- Red LobsterLast year: Free Shrimp & Chips, dine-in
- Buffalo Wild WingsLast year: Free boneless wings and fries
- Dunkin'Last year: Free donut, in-store
- Wendy'sLast year: Free breakfast combo
Parades & ceremonies
Veterans Day parades and ceremonies across the U.S.
Big-city parades and local ceremonies, each confirmed for 2026. Pick your state, and check the source link for the latest details.
Wed, Nov 11 · 1 to 4:30 p.m.
National Veterans Day Parade (79th)
Birmingham, AL
The nation's original Veterans Day celebration, through downtown Birmingham.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Phoenix Veterans Day Parade (30th)
Phoenix, AZ
New route: north on Third Street from McDowell Road to Indian School Road.
Source: honoringamericasveterans.org ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 10 to 11:30 a.m.
San Diego Veterans Day Parade
San Diego, CA
Along Harbor Drive on the waterfront. Honors the 35th anniversary of Desert Storm.
Source: midway.org ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Veterans Day Commemoration at the Reagan Library
Simi Valley, CA
Honor guard, live music and military vehicles. Free museum admission for veterans with ID.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30 a.m.
Denver Veterans Day Parade
Denver, CO
Schedule is still listed as tentative.
Source: denverveteransday.com ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 11 a.m.
Dover Veterans Day Parade
Dover, DE
Downtown Dover on Loockerman Street. Rain or shine.
Source: visitcentraldelaware.com ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Orlando Veterans Day Parade (27th)
Orlando, FL
At Lake Nona Town Center, with a ceremony after the parade.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11:01 a.m.
Jacksonville Veterans Day Parade
Jacksonville, FL
Downtown, from Water Street to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.
Source: jacksonville.gov ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 11 a.m.
Georgia Veterans Day Parade (45th)
Atlanta, GA
Midtown, down Peachtree Street from 15th Street to 5th Street (route still tentative).
Source: georgiaveteransday.org ↗Sun, Nov 8 · 9:30 a.m.
Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration
Columbia, MD
Downtown Columbia, with a ceremony right after.
Source: howardcountyveterans.org ↗Mon, Nov 9
Veterans & Community Resource Fair (American Legion Post 263)
Catonsville, MD
Benefits help and local resources for veterans and families.
Source: veterans.maryland.gov ↗Wed, Nov 11
UMGC Veterans Day Ceremony
Adelphi, MD
University of Maryland Global Campus ceremony.
Source: veterans.maryland.gov ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 12 to 3 p.m.
Boston Veterans Parade
Boston, MA
From the Boston Public Library on Boylston Street to City Hall Plaza.
Source: boston.gov ↗Wed, Nov 11
New York City Veterans Day Parade
New York, NY
The nation's largest Veterans Day parade, up Fifth Avenue.
Source: uwvc.org ↗Sun, Nov 8 · 12 p.m.
Philadelphia Veterans Parade (12th)
Philadelphia, PA
Down the Ben Franklin Parkway, with a festival at Eakins Oval from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Source: phillyveteransparade.org ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11:11 a.m.
Delaware County Veterans Day Parade
Media, PA
Starts on State Street and ends at the Courthouse on Front Street, with a ceremony.
Source: veteranslegacy.org ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 10:30 a.m.
Altoona Veterans Day Parade
Altoona, PA
Steps off at 8th Avenue and 17th Street. Ceremony after at the Robert E. Laws Veterans Mall.
Source: altoonapa.gov ↗Nov 8 to 11
Veterans Day at the Museum of the American Revolution
Philadelphia, PA
Free admission for military, veterans and Blue Star Families.
Source: amrevmuseum.org ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 9 a.m.
Austin Veterans Parade
Austin, TX
From the Congress Avenue Bridge to the Texas Capitol.
Source: austinveteransparade.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Sat, Nov 7
Midland Veterans Day Celebration
Midland, TX
Flyover, parade, veteran-owned vendors, fireworks and a free Eli Young Band concert.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
National Veterans Day Observance
Arlington, VA
Wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, then the ceremony in the Memorial Amphitheater.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Air Force Memorial Veterans Day Ceremony
Arlington, VA
U.S. Air Force Memorial, One Air Force Memorial Drive.
Source: familytripguides.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 3 to 5 p.m.
Military Women's Memorial Veterans Day Program
Arlington, VA
At the Military Women's Memorial, Memorial Ave and Schley Dr.
Source: familytripguides.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Manassas Veterans Day Parade
Manassas, VA
Downtown, along Center Street past Harris Pavilion.
Source: familytripguides.com ↗Sat, Nov 7 · 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Auburn Veterans Parade & Observance
Auburn, WA
Main Street, Auburn. One of the largest Veterans Day parades in the West.
Source: seattleschild.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m.
Poulsbo Veterans Day Parade
Poulsbo, WA
Front Street and downtown Poulsbo.
Source: seattleschild.com ↗Sun, Nov 8
National Veterans Parade
Washington, DC
Along Constitution Avenue from near the National Archives toward the White House.
Source: usveteransmagazine.com ↗Wed, Nov 11 · 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Honoring Native Veterans
Washington, DC
Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. Also streamed online.
Source: familytripguides.com ↗Know of a Veterans Day event near you that we're missing? Email support@therallypoint.co and we'll add it.
Questions
What do I need to bring to get a Veterans Day deal?
Most places ask for proof of service. A military ID, a VA health card, a driver's license with a veteran designation, or a DD-214 usually works. Each business sets its own rules, so check the source link or call ahead.
Is every location taking part?
Not always. Many chains are franchises, and individual locations can opt out. Call your nearest location before you go.
Are the Rally Point businesses really veteran-owned?
Yes. Every business on Rally Point is veteran-owned. Owners either prove their service or are confirmed through public veteran-owned business records before their page goes live.
I own a veteran-owned business. How do I add my Veterans Day deal?
List your business on Rally Point for free, then post your deal from your Command Center. It shows up on this page and in the Deals section of the app.
How current is this list?
We checked every deal and event against its source on October 23, 2026 and keep updating it through Veterans Day. Offers can change, so use the source link to confirm.