Veterans Day 2016 falls on Friday November 11, with the entire week being full of deals and discounts. Some places have decided to extend Veterans Day deals to the entire week of the holiday, while other places have decided just to make the deals for Friday since that is actually Veterans Day.
If you are a Veteran you might not know about all of the cool deals and discounts you can get in honor of you signing up to fight for this country. You can get nice freebies, such as free meals or desserts and you also can get discounts on some of the biggest brands and items around. We thought it would be a good idea to put out a retail and services list of all the freebies, deals, and discounts that are happening this year for Veterans Day. You will find many of these deals are nationwide, but some deals are from more regional businesses.
Typically if you want to get in on one of these deals, you will just have to bring your military identification with you, so make sure you have that handy before going out on Veterans Day to score some cool deals. Here is our comprehensive list of Veterans Day retail and service deals for 2016, and this list will be updated as more information and deals become available.
Veterans Day 2016 Retail Freebies & Deals List
AARP- You can get up to 30% in savings on the membership if you are a veteran. You also can get in on the 30% off membership deal if you are a family member of a veteran. This deal is on both the multi-year memberships and the annual memberships.
Alfred Angelo- If you are in need of a bridal gown, you can get 30% off your gown this Veterans Day.
Amazon– If you shop on Amazon this Veterans Day you can get 20% off selected apparel by entering the code “20veterans” during checkout.
American Family Care- If you are a veteran you can get a free flu shot on Veterans Day.
Army & Air Force Exchange Service– Starting on November 10 through November 11, you can get some great deals on gifts and other items. There are some very deep discounts going on through the end of the week.
Army Corp of Engineers Recreation– You will be able to get into the over 2,400 recreation areas for free on Veterans Day, with only a verbal confirmation of service required. This offer is for veterans, active and reserve, as well as family of the veterans.
Bed & Breakfast Inns- You can get one free stay if you are a veteran at participating Bed & Breakfast Inn locations.
Bed Bath & Beyond- All military and veterans can get 20% off from November 10 until November 13.
Brides Across America Free Wedding Gowns- If you are a military bride, you need to register online first before you can participate in this event. If you qualify as a military bride then you can have the chance to get a free wedding gown all month long.
Brooks Brothers- You can get 25% off all in-store purchases on Veterans Day if you are active duty or retired military. You must provide proof of service in order to get this deal. This offer is valid at almost all Brooks Brothers locations.
Cabela’s Hometown Heroes– All military personnel plus firefighters and law enforcement can get 5% off your orders with proof of being in service. This is also available for EMS workers. There are many events going on as well so check out your local Cabela’s to see what else is being offered.
Dell- Both current and former military will get 15% off various electronics and computers on Veterans Day.
Divil Resorts- Families, veterans and service members can get up to 50% off on Veterans Day by using the Divil 20% off military discount. This can be combined with the sale prices to equal up to 50% off.
Dollar General- You can get 11% off all in-store or online purchases on Veterans Day if you are a veteran or a family member of a military member. This offer is valid at almost all Dollar General locations, but contact your local store to see if this offer is valid.
Enterprise– Military and veterans will get a Firestone prepaid maintenance package which is valued at $300. This offer is also good for dependents of the active or former military members.
Fred’s Pharmacy- You can get 15% off your entire purchase at Fred’s Pharmacy on November 11.
Free Car Washes- All throughout the United States, New Zealand, Canada and Australia you can get a free car wash at various car wash locations. Grace for Vets partners with various car washes throughout the country to offer this free car wash for veterans.
Free Hair Cuts- You can go into number salons and barbers and get a free hair cut on November 11. This is for both active military and veterans, and proof of service is often required for this deal. Check your local salons and barbers to see if they are participating in this offer.
Food Lion- You can get 10% off your order if you are military personnel, whether you are active duty or retired. This offer is valid on Veterans Day only.
Great Clips Free Haircuts- While we just mentioned free haircuts, I thought it would be a good idea to tell you that Great Clips is definitely giving away free haircuts on Veterans Day. If you are a veteran, you also can request the free haircut card to use at a later date. All people who go into Great Clips on November 11 will be offered the free haircut card, in which they can give to a military veteran they know. This offer is for the United States only, and since anyone can get the free haircut card, no identification is required.
Free Oil Change- In various locations around the country you can get a free oil change if you are veteran or active duty military. You will need to call your local oil change centers to confirm they are participating. The good thing is many of the centers are running free oil change deals all week and weekend long!
Hair Cuttery– If you get a haircut on Veterans Day, Hair Cuttery will donate one free haircut to a Veteran.
Home Depot- Home Depot is offering a “Build a Veterans Day Jet” workshop from 9 am until 12 pm. This is for children between 5 and 12, and it helps teach them about Veterans Day. You can register online if you want your child to attend. You also can get 10% off your purchase if you are a Veteran on Veterans Day.
IKEA- November 7 through November 11 you will get a free entrée over at IKEA, but it is asked that you show military ID in order to get this free deal.
iPic- You can get one free premium ticket with a military ID on November 11. This is for all veterans and active duty, but offer is not available online.
Jefferson Lines- You can get free bus service on November 11 if you are active military or a veteran. This offer is for any Jefferson Lines scheduled bus.
JcPenney- You can get many discounts on a variety of purchases and items on November 11 if you are a veteran or active duty.
Jockey- Now through November 11, you can shop online and enter the code “MILITARY” at checkout to get 25% off your order. This is for veterans and active duty military as well as their families.
Lowes- If you show your DD214 form you will get a huge discount on many products al Lowes Home Improvement. This applies to all veterans.
Main Event Bowling- All veterans will get a free bowling pass on Veterans Day until 3 pm. This offer is valid at all Main Event Bowling locations and proof of service likely will be required.
Meineke– You can get a free oil change at Meineke on November 11 at participating locations.
Orangetheory Fitness- If you are a veteran you can get a free workout at Orangetheory Fitness, and you can even get two classes free.
Orchard Supply Hardware- All military persons, including active duty and retired, are entitled to 20% off their entire purchase on Veterans Day. This deal is going on at most locations although you should call to verify the offer is valid at your location. Proof of service might be required.
Publix- If you are active duty or retired, you can get a 10% discount on your order on Veterans Day. You will need to provide proof of your military service in order to get this deal. This offer should be valid at all Publix locations but you can call to confirm if your local store is offering this deal.
Rack Room Shoes- You will be able to get 10% off your order if you are a military member on Veterans Day.
Red Roof Inn- Red Roof Inn is offering you 15% off your stay between January 19, 2017 and March 31, but you need to use code “606732” during booking to get this deal. There is also a deal going on year round if you are military where you get 10% off your stay.
Seaworld- All veterans can get free admission or location-based discounts on Veterans Day. This includes Orlando, San Diego, Tampa, Williamsburg, Sesame Place Langhorne and San Antonio. If you are active duty and have already used your free admission then you can still get 50% off admissions.
Sleep Number- If you are military you can get up to $700 off selected Sleep Number mattress sets on Veterans Day.
Sports Clips- You can get a free haircut if you are a veteran or active-duty at most Sports Clips locations through America. This offer is valid on Veterans Day with proof of service.
Tractor Supply Company- You can get 15% off your entire order at Tractor Supply on November 11. You must provide some proof of identification of your service in order to get this deal.
TOPS Market– On Veterans Day you can get 11% off your total purchase if you are a veteran or active duty military personnel.
UFC Gym- From November 11 through November 13, all veterans, active duty, and families of military can get a free pass for total gym access. This offer is valid at participating UFC Gyms across the country. Call your local gym to see if this offer is valid.
Under Armour- You can get 15% off your order plus free shipping if you are military or a first responder. This offer is valid on Veterans Day.
National Parks Admission- If you are a veteran you can get free admission to most US National Parks throughout the country. This deal runs from Veterans Day through the weekend.
Walgreens– You can get 20% off your order if you are military, active or retired, and you need to present proof of service in order to get this deal. You will also need to present your Walgreens Rewards Card and this offer is valid on Veterans Day only.
Western Union- On Veterans Day, you can use the code “HERO” and get money transfers for free. This offer is for veterans and active duty and you can even send money for free to a military base.
Westgate Resorts- You can get a free vacation on Veterans Day if you are one of the first 1,000 service members to complete a form online. You must place a $75 deposit as well, although this is refundable. You will be able to win a free two-night or three-day vacation to Westgate Town Center Resort in May.
World Market- On Veterans Day you can get 20% off your entire purchase or order. You will need to provide proof of service in order to get this offer. You can either be a veteran, retired military personnel or active duty and get this deal as it is for all types of military personnel.
