Veterans Day Freebies 2026 - Free Meals, Coffee, Haircuts & More!

Dozens of major restaurants, retailers, and attractions are celebrating Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, by offering completely free items to veterans and active-duty military members.

To claim these freebies, plan to bring a valid proof of service, such as a military ID card, a driver’s license with a veteran designation, or your DD-214 form. Most food offers are valid for dine-in only on November 11, while supplies last.

Free Breakfast & Coffee

Denny’s: Get a free Original Grand Slam from 5:00 AM to noon local time (dine-in only).
IHOP: Score a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo (dine-in only).
Hardee’s: Stop in for a free sausage biscuit at participating locations.
Starbucks: Receive a free tall brewed hot or iced coffee (limit one per person).
Krispy Kreme: Grab a free small coffee and any doughnut of your choice.
Dunkin’: Pick up one free donut, no additional purchase required (in-store only).
Einstein Bros. Bagels: Mention the promotion to get a free coffee and bagel with schmear.

Free Full Meals & Entrées (Dine-In Only)

In-N-Out Burger: Enjoy a completely free combo meal (including your choice of burger, fries, and a drink) plus a special-edition decal.
Applebee’s: Order a free full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu.
Chili’s: Choose a free entrée from a designated menu (selections include Chicken Crispers and the Oldtimer Burger with cheese).
Olive Garden: Enjoy a free entrée from a special menu, served alongside unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks.
Golden Corral: Enjoy a completely free dinner buffet and beverage during their military appreciation window.
Bob Evans: Pick a free entrée from a special 11-item menu, plus receive a coupon for free biscuits and gravy on a future visit.
Red Robin: Score a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger served with bottomless steak fries.
Ruby Tuesday: Get a free Everyday Fresh Meal (select entrées valued up to $17.99), including full access to the Garden Bar and a bottomless drink.
TGI Fridays: Dine in between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM for a free meal from a select menu.

Free Quick Bites & Casual Fast Food

Little Caesars: Pick up a free Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM (includes 4 slices of deep-dish pepperoni pizza and a 20 oz. Pepsi).
Bubbakoo’s Burritos: Grab a free chicken or beef burrito or bowl all day long (no purchase required).
Fazoli’s: Use promo code VET26 to get a free plate of spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce (no purchase required).
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Claim a free pulled pork sandwich at the counter.
Sheetz: Stop by for a free half turkey sub and a regular fountain drink.
Chipotle: Get free classic chips and dip (guacamole, Queso Blanco, or salsa) with a minimum in-restaurant purchase of $5.
Bonefish Grill: Grab a free order of Bang Bang Shrimp paired with a non-alcoholic beverage.

Free Services & Attractions

Great Clips & Sport Clips: Veterans can get a 100% free haircut on November 11, or pick up a free haircut card to redeem at a later date.
National Parks Service: Enjoy free admission for everyone at all national parks across the United States.
Tommy’s Express & Sheetz Car Washes: Drive through participating locations for a complimentary car wash to clean up your vehicle.
Dave & Buster’s: Bring your ID to unlock free unlimited video gameplay all day long.