Today is Veterans Day, and many businesses and companies offer veterans and active-duty military members freebies or discounts as a way to say thank you.
Here's is a list of those businesses below.
It’s always best to check with your nearest store or restaurant before assuming that the deal is on. In some cases, participating locations can vary.
Amazon:
Ever thought about getting Amazon Prime? Through Monday, veterans and active military members can score a year of Prime for $79, which is a $40 savings. New and existing Prime members may apply. Here’s the fine print.
AMC Theaters:
Get a free large popcorn with the purchase of a military-priced ticket through Monday, if you’re an AMC Stubs member. Learn more.
Applebee’s:
Receive a free meal from a select menu when you dine in Monday. Get more details and read about your dining options here.
Bass Pro Shops:
You can take 5% to 10% off every day, depending on what it is that you’re buying. Learn more.
Buffalo Wild Wings:
Stop by and BWW will give you a free small boneless wing order, along with some fries, if you’re a vet. Learn more.
California Pizza Kitchen:
Any CPK fans out there? You can grab a free meal off its select menu Monday if you’re active military or a veteran.
Chili’s:
As a token of Chili’s appreciation, your Veterans Day meal is on the house. Read more about its special menu, along with the fine print.
Chipotle:
Show your U.S. military ID Monday for abuy one, get one free entree, in-restaurant only.
Cracker Barrel:
Come take advantage of a complimentary pumpkin pie latte or a slice of double chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake a tall Cracker Barrel locations Monday.
Denny’s:
All veterans and military personnel can get a free build-your-own Grand Slam on Monday from 5 a.m. to noon. This is for active, nonactive and retired members, only if you dine in and show ID. Learn more.
Great Clips:
If you’re a veteran or current military member, then you’re invited to visit a U.S. Great Clips salon Monday to receive either a free haircut or a free haircut card to use at a later date. If you’re nonmilitary, the shop would love if you purchased a service Monday -- the salon will even hook you up with a free haircut card to give to a veteran you know. Full details here.
IHOP:
Come to IHOP for a free red, white and blueberry pancake combo for our veterans and active-duty military -- available Monday only at participating locations. Beverages and gratuity are not included. Learn more.
IKEA:
The furniture giant says you can receive a free meal if you’re a veteran Monday at the IKEA restaurant, according to the company’s homepage.
JoAnn:
You can save 15% on your total purchase every day with JoAnn military rewards. View eligibility requirements on the business’s enrollment page. There are some exclusions, so click or tap here to learn more.
Lowe’s:
Lowe's always offers 10% off eligible purchases to active military personnel and veterans. Read the fine print.
McDonald’s:
Restaurants across the Greater Houston area will honor military servicemen and servicewomen with a free extra value meal Monday. Veterans and current members of the military can enjoy their free meal by visiting a participating restaurant and showing military ID.
Michaels:
Take 15% off, including sales items, every day at Michaels. Be prepared to show an ID.Learn more.
MOD Pizza:
Show your military ID Monday for a buy one, get one free MOD-size pizza or salad.
Outback Steakhouse:
Take 20% off Monday with a valid ID. And hey, if you can’t make it Monday, just know that military veterans, servicemen and -women, police, firefighters and first responders get 10% off every day. Here’s the fine print.
Red Lobster:
Enjoy a free appetizer or dessert Monday if you’re a veteran, active-duty military or a reservist. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer. More details.
Red Robin:
Yum! A free tavern double burger and bottomless steak fries are all yours when you show proof of service. Read on.
Sport Clips:
Many Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to active-duty U.S. service members and veterans Monday with valid proof of service.
Starbucks:
All veterans, active service members and their spouses will receive a free cup of coffee Monday at participating stores.
Target:
Target is proud to offer a 10% military discount on a purchase made in-store or online at Target.com through Monday. Click here to verify your eligibility and receive your discount coupon.
Texas Roadhouse:
The roadhouse is offering free lunch for active members and veterans from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday. Some details were available on the restaurant's homepage.
TopGolf:
TopGolf has a heroes discount that offers military (active duty and veterans), police, fire and emergency medical services personnel a 20% off deal on all monthly memberships, as well as 10% off Topgolf game play. Read on.
Under Armour:
Take 20% off your order if you’re a military member or a first responder. Details here and here.
Walgreens:
As part of the company’s military and veterans discount, you can take 20% off eligible regular-priced items, in-store only with a Balance Rewards card. This includes veterans, active military members and their families. Full details here.