Free items are a mild thank you in comparison to all that the men and women in service sacrificed and continue to do. However, I wanted to pull together a large grouping of Veterans Day 2014 Freebies to celebrate those who are currently in active duty or have served our country faithfully. With any restaurant or retail offering, it’s wise to call ahead to confirm that your specific location is participating and the parameters of their promotion. Some of these offers include military spouses and guard members, some do not, so always double check stipulations like times and days of the week so you can truly enjoy your experience.
Indianapolis Area Destinations
On Sunday, November 9th, both the Indiana State Museum and the Indianapolis Zoo offer free admission to current and former members of the military as well as discounts for the rest of their families. The Indiana State Museum is also hosting a day full of events including special displays and even a concert presented by the Indianapolis Municipal Band. You’ll need to present your military ID and you can read more about the specifics of the celebrations here.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is offering a special discount today through November 11th for military families, too.
Don’t forget about Indianapolis very own Veterans Day parade on Tuesday, November 11th, which is free for everyone and includes all sorts of special activities.
It’s a great week in Indy to celebrate our nation and those who have faithfully served. For even more ideas, visit Veterans Day in Indianapolis on Doing Indy
Here’s a round up of my favorite freebies at Restaurants, Retailers, and more. Unless otherwise stated, the freebie offered is on Tuesday, November 11th.
Breakfast
Starbucks: Free brewed tall cup of coffee for military, both Veterans and current active duty, and their spouses.
Bob Evans: Free unlimited stack of pancakes
Denny’s: Build Your Own Grad Slam 5 AM to noon
IHOP: Free Red, White, and Blue Pancake Combo 7 AM to 7 PM
Lunch
Applebees: Lunch or Dinner from a special menu for Veterans
BJ’s Brewhouse: Complimentary Lunch, up to $9.95
Cheeseburger in Paradise: Free All-American Cheeseburger and Fries with beverage purchase for lunch or dinner
Chili’s: Free entree from a special menu
Granite City Food & Brewery: FREE Lunch & a Coke!
Texas Roadhouse: FREE entree and beverage from a special menu for lunch
Dinner
California Pizza Kitchen: Free entree from a special menu
Carraba’s: Free appetizer
Golden Corral: Monday November 17th: Special Military Banquet with free meal, 5-9 PM
McCormick & Schmick’s: Sunday November 9th: FREE Dinner from a special menu
Outback Steak House: Free Beverage and Bloomin’ Onion
Olive Garden: Complimentary Entree from a special menu
Dessert
Orange Leaf: Free cup of FroYo
Menchies: Free cup of FroYo
Retail Discounts
Great Clips & Sport Clips are offering free hair cuts. At Great Clips you can actually get a coupon good to use throughout the rest of 2014 if you don’t have time to get your haircut or don’t need one right now.
Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Rack Room Shoes: 10% off your total purchase with military ID
Bed Bath and Beyond: 20 percent off discount for Active Duty, DOD, Reserves, Guard, Retirees, Veterans, and Military Spouses November 8 – 11
For many other Veterans Day discounts and freebies, check out Military.com’s round up!
Which of your favorites did I miss?
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