Posted by: Once the ceremonies, parades and festivities are over, there are still plenty of deals and discounts being offered by restaurants, local attractions, businesses and other establishments that may not only apply to vets and active-duty military, but also to their families, as a way of saying, “Thank you for your service!”
Special note: All National Park Service sites that normally charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in recognition of Veterans Day. More details at LivingOnTheCheap.com..
Some discounts and free entry opportunities are valid only on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, but many more deals may also apply prior to that weekend or beyond.
Usually military ID is required for discounts and free offers, however, some deals may also apply to the general public on that day only or during a specified timeframe. Following is a comprehensive list of what we have compiled for 2024.
We have organized this list into sections that include the following categories:
- Food & restaurants
- Attractions by county
- Shopping: products & services
Bookmark this page and check back, as we continue to update this list. Also, these offers may vary depending on participating locations, so please check with the establishment before heading out.
South Florida is also celebrating Veterans Day with Veterans Day events in Miami-Dade County, Veterans Day events in Broward County and Veterans Day events in Palm Beach County.
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Food & Restaurant Deals
Note: Just because it's not listed here, doesn't mean there aren't deals we may have missed. So, wherever you go on or around the holiday, we suggest you ask, and you may be pleasantly surprised.
Applebee’s Veterans Day Free Meal
Applebee’s is offering military Veterans and current military personnel a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service is required.
Chili’s Grill & Bar Veterans Day Deal
To find a Chili's location near you, click here.
Ford’s Garage
Ford’s Garage in Plantation is giving a choice of one free American Standard Burger or one entrée up to $15 per U.S. veteran and active-duty military on Nov. 11. The offer is valid for dine-in at participating locations with proof of service (valid ID).
Golden Corral Military Appreciation Night
On Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, from 4 p.m. to closing for active and former military members on Military Appreciation Night. Eligible diners can receive a complimentary meal. This offer is for dine-in only. Find a location near you, here. Be sure to verify your location's participation in this promotion.
Hooters Veterans Day Deal
On Nov. 11, all military eat free. Active and retired military can choose one free meal from the special menu. Beverage purchase required; dine-in only Click here for locations near you.
Josie’s Ristorante
On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Josie’s will provide one complimentary entree for veterans and active military, proper identification. Available for dine-in only. Location: 650 E. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach. Call 561-364-9601 or visit josiesristorante.com.
Josie’s Ristorante, Boynton Beach
Outback Steakhouse Veterans Day Deal
Free Bloomin’ Onion and your choice of any Coca-Cola® product. Offer available for dine-in or to-go (call-in orders only, not available online). Also available: 10% OFF Heroes Discount is open to service men and women, police officers, firefighters and first responders, year-round with corresponding state or federal service ID. Find a location, here.
Publix Veterans Day Deal
Military members, Veterans and their families save 10% off on groceries on Veterans Day.
Sweet Aloha Ice Cream invites all local veterans to enjoy a FREE dessert on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, for Veterans Day. This is homemade ice cream, authentic shave ice, a taste of the aloha spirit, and a community that celebrates those who served. Visit SweetAlohaIceCream.com or stop by the shop at 8600 West State Road 84, Suite A, in Davie.
Tijuana Flats Veterans Day Deal
One free entrée (up to $11.19) offer valid with a beverage purchase. Valid ID required. Locations in Florida listed here.
TooJay's 25% off for Veterans Day
Active duty and retired military get 25% off on their total bill on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, with proper ID. Locations in Palm Beach and Broward counties.
Choose from any of Wendy’s breakfast combos
Wendy’s salutes those who served or are currently serving in the U.S. military with a FREE Breakfast Combo, no purchase required, during breakfast hours on Monday, Nov. 11.
Deals for veterans and military at attractions in Broward
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Butterfly World offers military and veterans 25% off for everyone in the party. There is also a printable $5 off coupon online. 954-977-4434. Butterfly World is in Tradewinds Park, South, at 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Weekend park entry fees are $3 per vehicle for up to eight people. For vehicles with at least 9 people, the vehicle entry fee is $20.
Flamingo Gardens. For Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2024, Flamingo Gardens offers free entry for military and veterans and 25% off for immediate family members in their party. Other days, veterans and military receive a regular discounted fee, which is $17.56. Call (954) 473-2955. Location: 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie.
Museum of Discovery & Science offers veterans free entry to IMAX on Nov. 11. Call 954-467-6637. Location: 401 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale.
NSU Art Museum, One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, offers discounted rates of $8 for military personnel and veterans.
Xtreme Action Park. This indoor arcade and recreation venue offers 10% discounts for veterans and military upon request at the venue; 954-491-6265. Location: 5300 Powerline Road, Fort Lauderdale.
Deals for veterans at attractions in Miami-Dade
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Fairchild offers active military personnel and veterans free admission year-round. Location: 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami.
Miami Seaquarium is offering active and retired military personnel free entry the entire weekend and holiday, Nov. 9-11, 2024, with valid ID, a savings of $49.99. Up to 5 family members receive 50% off entry fee. Location: 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. A valid Military ID must be presented at the ticketing window to redeem the offer.
Museum of Contemporary Art always offers active military and veterans free entry. Location: 770 NE 125th St., North Miami.
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens always offers free entry to active duty military personnel & veterans. Location: 3251 S. Miami Ave, Miami.
Zoo Miami regularly offers 50% off regular adult admission for active or former U.S. military personnel plus 25% off regular admission for up to six additional guests. Military photo identification is required at time of purchase. These tickets must be purchased onsite at the onsite ticketing building. Location: 12400 SW 152nd St, Miami.
Deal for veterans at attractions in Palm Beach County
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Cox Science Center and Aquarium offers all active-duty military personnel and veterans to visit at no charge on Veterans Day, plus half-price entry on the last Saturday of each month. 561-832-1988. Location: 4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum offers free entry for all of November for veterans with valid military ID. 561-747-8380. Location: 500 Captain Armours Way, Jupiter.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens always offers active military personnel a discounted rate. Call 561-495-0233. Location: 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach.
Mounts Botanical Garden is not open Veterans Day. Regular discount offer for military with ID is $2 off the regular price. 561-233-1757. Location: 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.
Norton Museum of Art always offers free entry for veterans and military with ID, and up to 4 others in their party. 561-832-5196. Location: 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach.
Palm Beach Zoo regularly offers veterans and active military free entry, and 50% off for up to 3 family members. 561-547-9453. Location: 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach.
Silverball Arcade offers veterans and military a discounted rate. Call 561-266-3294. Location: 19 NE 3rd Ave., Delray Beach.
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Shopping discounts on products and services in South Florida
Active Military & Veterans Save 10% on Train Tickets | Amtrak
AMC Theaters offers special military pricing for those who present valid military ID at the box office. Only at participating theatres.
Apple offers a 10% discount. Online verification required. Immediate family members who reside in the same household are also eligible.
Military Discount: Enjoy a 15% discount at JOANN for Veterans, military members and their families, daily year-round. Applies to current or veterans and reservists and their spouse and/or dependent children.
Current or retired military personnel, Veterans and their families who book and stay at La Quinta hotels in the U.S. and Canada can take advantage of the 12% off military discount from the best available rate per night, and 1,000 Wyndham Rewards bonus points for members. This offer is good year-round.
Active duty service members, Veterans and family members can enjoy a 15% discount on their purchases at Michaels. Click here to find a store near you.
Veterans and active-duty service members can get a FREE haircut at Sports Clips on Veterans Day, thanks to the Haircuts for Heroes program. In addition, the salon will donate $2 for every haircut service provided on Nov. 11 to the VFW's “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program.” There are multiple locations throughout South Florida click here to find one near you.
Note: These discounts and deals are subject to change without notice. We urge you to verify with the store or venue before heading out.
Also read this post on our sister site Living on the Cheap for more deals: Military discounts all year.
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