Veteran's Day Discounts....Businesses Show They Care! More Updates

Here are a collection of "some" businesses that are offering discounts related to Veteran's Day this year.  Many of these offer discounts all year round.  There are discounts related to food (meals), retail stores and amusement parks/entertainment destinations.

I would suggest calling ahead to confirm the date and time when it comes to free meals at the various restaurants.  Not all of these are available on Veteran's Day.  Not all restaurants in a nation-wide chain will be offering these discounts.

I have included an online link for more information where possible.  We do not endorse these businesses by listing them here, but we most certainly appreciate their efforts to honor the service and sacrifices made by our veterans and now serving!

Applebees
Free entree (5 to choose from) at participating stores during business hours on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 with active/reserve/retired ID card.
http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/default.aspx

Golden Corral
The 2009 Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner.
http://www.goldencorral.com/military/

 

Hy-Vee Supermarkets
Free breakfast from 7 until 11 a.m. at all Hy-Vee supermarkets with in-store dining services for veterans
http://www.militaryconnection.com/events/pdfs/free-veteran-breakfast.pdf

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation
Honoring America's service men and women on Veterans Day by giving away free doughnuts to all veterans and active military personnel. Veterans and active military personnel are invited to visit any participating U.S. Krispy Kreme store on Veterans Day, November 11, and enjoy one free doughnut of any variety.

"Krispy Kreme is delighted to offer free doughnuts as a small gesture to thankthe dedicated men and women who have served, or are currently serving in the armed forces," said Ron Rupocinski, corporate chef for Krispy Kreme.

Masala Wok
Restaurants in Northern VA are offering a free entree and thanks to all US veterans and active duty military this Veterans Day. All active duty and veterans will eat free during regular business hours. Veterans and active duty with proof of United States military service will be able to go to one of the two Masala Wok's in VA and select one complimentary entrée from the regular full menu.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants
To the Veterans who have served in war and peace, we honor you Sunday, November 9th with a complimentary entree from a special menu.  Please present proper authentication when you visit the restaurant.  ID includes VA card, VFW card, American Legion card, discharge papers, DD214 or other veteran’s ID.
http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/featured-promotion/Veterans-Appreciation-Day.aspx

 

Outback Steak House
Free Awesome Blossom and a drink to veterans.
http://www.outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday2009.aspx

 

Uno Chicago Grill
Wednesday, November 11: Free entree or individual pizza with the purchase of an entree or pizza of equal or greater value.
http://www.unos.com/vet1.html

 

National Guard
The National Guard is offering art prints from three different series at no charge to the general public. The artwork depicts National Guard members in military action, Presidents who served in the National Guard, and the National Guard providing assistance to communities during times of emergency.
http://www.militaryconnections.com/nationalguardprints.cfm

 

Sam's Club
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2009, Sam’s Club locations nationwide will be giving away 25,000 Hugo canes free of charge to United States Military Veterans in need of mobility assistance.
http://www.hugosalutes.com/

 

Busch Gardens
Anheuser-Busch is honored to salute the men and women of our armed forces and their families. Throughout 2009, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter any one of Anheuser-Busch's SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission.
For your service and sacrifice, we thank you.
http://www.herosalute.com/cavatx/overview.html

Colonial Williamsburg
November 6 – 11: – Free Admission for Veterans  http://williamsburgsrealestate.com/2009/10/12/veterans-day-209-in-colonial-williamsburg-free-admission-for-military/

 

10th Annual Connecticut Veterans Day Parade
Held on Sunday, November 8 at 1 p.m. The event is one of the largest in the country, drawing more than 25,000 spectators and featuring 40 veteran's groups.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the nearby Wadsworth Atheneum is offering free admission for currently-serving military personnel and veterans.

 

Knotts Berry Farm
Free Admission. November 1 – 26 November (Thanksgiving Day)  Knott’s annual tribute to our Military, past and present. Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $15 each.
http://www.knotts.com/public/admission/prices/deals.cfm

 

Montpelier (James Madison's home)
November 11 (Wed.): Veterans Day at Montpelier
Montpelier salutes all veterans with free admission for those who are serving or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. For more information please call (540) 672-2728 x104.

 

Mount Vernon (George Washington's home)
Veterans Day
November 11

Mount Vernon celebrates Veteran’s Day November 11 by admitting active duty, retired, and former military personnel free-of-charge.  Special activities include a patriotic community concert by the all-veteran barbershop chorus The Harmony Heritage Singers, a wreathlaying at the tomb, and the United States Air Force String Orchestra performing the “Music of George Washington’s World” in the Robert H. & Clarice Smith Auditorium (free to the public).  more

 

National Parks and Forests

Free to veterans and military personnel on Veterans Day, November 11. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the department will not charge entrance fees on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.

"Visitors to public recreation lands managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation are invited to take a day to honor and reflect on what our service men and women have done to maintain our freedom and keep peace around the world," according to Salazar.

 

 

Sea World
Anheuser-Busch is honored to salute the men and women of our armed forces and their families. Throughout 2009, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter any one of Anheuser-Busch's SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission.
For your service and sacrifice, we thank you.
http://www.herosalute.com/cavatx/overview.html

 

Sesame Place Parks
Anheuser-Busch is honored to salute the men and women of our armed forces and their families. Throughout 2009, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter any one of Anheuser-Busch's SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission.
For your service and sacrifice, we thank you.
http://www.herosalute.com/cavatx/overview.html

 

Dollar General
Wednesday, November 11 – 10% discount for all veterans, active duty military, National Guard and Reserve, and their immediate families  http://investor.shareholder.com/dollar/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=420756

 

Home Depot
I have been unable to confirm at this time whether or not they still offer a discount to Veteran's daily or just at Veteran's Day.  Here is the link to the store locator.  I would suggest you call the store nearest you for details.
Store locator.

 

Lowe's
I have been unable to confirm at this time whether or not they still offer a discount to Veteran's daily or just at Veteran's Day.  Here is the link to the store locator.  I would suggest you call the store nearest you for details.
Store locator.

 

 

If you know of any other discounts offer by retailers, hotels, etc. please leave me a comment so I might add them to our list.  A link for verification purposes would be handy also.

 

Don't forget to check your local papers more local events, parades and free entry into many venues for the military on Veteran's Day 2009.

 

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