2025 Veterans Day Meals, Things to Do in Honor of Veterans

Veterans Day celebrates and honors veterans of the United States who served in the military. A list of events and deals has been compiled to thank our veterans for their service. Remember to bring your military ID if you decide to participate in Veterans Day offers on Monday, November 11, 2025. Check to confirm this year’s requirements, verify special offers, and locations in advance. Website links of researched veteran offers have been provided for your convenience. Thank you for your service!

Things to Do

Baltimore City Veterans Day Parade 2025

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Saturday, November 8, 2025, 699 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Marching bands, ROTC programs and military-supporting organizations will participate in the Veterans Day Parade. After the parade, come to Baltimore’s War Memorial Building for the historic rededication—honoring veterans of post–World War II conflicts. A complimentary lunch, resource fair, and family-friendly activities sponsored by CareFirst will be included. Seehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/baltimore-city-veterans-day-parade-2025-tickets-1769828106509?msockid=1f7c920a8db76bb71b7b86a58cb06ac3.

The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Virtual Discussion

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Honoring the Legacy: Black Veterans from the Revolution to the Present

Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

In celebration of Veterans’ Day and America 250, join the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum for a virtual discussion exploring the complex and courageous history of Black veterans in the United States. From the Battle of Bunker Hill to the deserts of Iraq and Afghanistan, their journey of service and sacrifice in the face of systemic inequality will be discussed. The program will be presented by U.S. Veteran and BTDM Education Coordinator, O. Abiola Akintola. Seehttps://bdmuseum.maryland.gov/events

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Free and Discounted Veterans Day Meals on November 11, 2025

Applebee’s

Applebee’s will offer free full-size entrees to veterans and active-duty service members on Veterans Day (Tuesday, November 11, 2025) who dine in at the restaurant. Guests must provide valid military identification. Find details via: https://menuexplorerhub.com/applebees-2025-veterans-day-offers-full-menu-inside/

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Arby’s

Arby’s Veterans Day free meal offer typically includes a classic roast beef sandwich, a side of curly fries, and a soft drink. Veterans can visit any participating Arby’s location on Veterans Day to claim their free meal. The offer is available to all veterans, active-duty military personnel, and reservists with valid military ID or proof of service. See:https://arbysmenu.info/arbys-veterans-day/.

California Pizza Kitchen

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Enjoy a free entrée from a special menu. The offer is valid for veterans and active military only on Veterans Day. Dine-in only. Come in uniform or bring your military ID or other proof of service. Offer valid at participating locations. Visithttps://www.cpk.com/veteransdayfor more information.

Carrabba’s

Remember, some restaurants such as Carrabba’s offer ongoing discounts (such as 10 percent off) with any visit. Ask if service members receive discounts before you dine. Restrictions and requirements apply. Seehttps://www.carrabbas.com/offers/heroes-discount.

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Chili’s

Veterans and active military members can get a free meal on Veterans Day November 11, 2025 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items. See:https://www.chilis.com/restaurant-events/veterans-dayfor details.

Dennys

Denny’s invites active and retired military personnel to America’s Diner to enjoy a complimentary Original Grand Slam® breakfast at participating locations nationwide on November 11 from 5 a.m. – noon. Must show valid Military ID or DD214. Visit https://www.dennys.com/news/dennys-honors-veterans-free-original-grand-slam for more information.

Golden Corral

A “Thank You” meal will be given to veterans, active-duty soldiers, and National Guard and reservists on Veterans Day, from 4 p.m. to closing time. The event is dine-in only. Read more: https://golden-corral.us/golden-corral-veterans-day/

IHOP

Veterans and active-duty military get a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo on November 11, 2025, from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Military ID required. Dine-in only at participating restaurants. See: https://www.ihop.com/en/veterans-day.

Olive Garden

Service members can enjoy a complimentary meal from a designated menu. Bring military ID. Pro Tip: Use the online waitlist tool on Olive Garden’s website to skip the long lines. Veterans Day is one of the busiest days of the year. Visithttps://www.olivegardenmenu.onl/olive-garden-veterans-day-discount/to obtain more information.

Starbucks

Veterans, military service members and military spouses can enjoy a free 12 fluid oz. brewed coffee (hot or iced) at participating Starbucks. Seehttps://about.starbucks.com/starbucks-commitment-to-the-military-community/.

Texas Roadhouse

This Veterans Day, Texas Roadhouse continues its tradition of offering free meal vouchers to veterans and active-duty military members. Vouchers are distributed at participating locations between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and can be redeemed for a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu. Visithttps://texasroadhousemenuwithprices.com/texas-roadhouse-veterans-day/to obtain details.

Walgreens

From November 8–11, 202, a military and veterans discount (20% off eligible regular-price items with myWalgreens®, in store only) will be offered. Seehttps://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/military-veterans-discount.jsp.

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