Veterans Day, founded in 1926, is a state and federal holiday observed every Nov. 11 to honor past and present military veterans. It is always on Nov. 11, regardless of the day of the week.
While the federal observance is always Nov. 11, communities may hold celebrations on a nearby weekend to allow more people to participate. The date is fixed because it marks the anniversary of the end of World War I at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.
Each year on Nov. 11, there is a prominent Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, where the president traditionally lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Local discounts are offered to veterans and military personnel on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Offers require a military ID. Read details and see the offer websites for all information.
Big Snow: Big SNOW American Dream Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is offering three free hours of skiing or snowboarding to veterans and active-duty service members from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 11. Equipment, outerwear, helmets, and beginner lessons are included. A valid military ID is necessary to redeem the offer.
SEA LIFE Aquarium and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center New Jersey at American Dream Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey, are offering free admission to active-duty military members and veterans for the entire month of November, plus 30 percent off admission for up to six family members or friends.
Vinny’s Mootz in Lyndhurst is honoring veterans with and active duty military 15% OFF an order (with ID), or a free slice.
NJ TRANSIT invites all active and retired military personnel to ride as complimentary guests of honor on Train, Bus or Light Rail services on Nov. 11.
Fogo de Chao is offering active-duty personnel and veterans 50% off Full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco meals for themselves, and 10% off Full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco meals for their guests. Must have a valid military ID.
Chick-fil-A: Veterans are invited to enjoy a Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit for breakfast or an Original Chicken Sandwich for lunch or dinner, free of charge, on Nov. 11.
The Shannon Rose: Veterans and active military can get a free entree from a select menu on Nov. 11. A valid military ID is necessary to redeem the offer, which is good for dine-in or to-go.
Outback Steakhouse is offering veterans, active duty military, and first responders a complimentary three-course meal on Veterans Day. Diners can choose between a soup or salad for the first course, a choice of entree with side, and a New York-style cheesecake for dessert.
Applebee’s is offering a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu to all active duty military, veterans, reserves, and National Guard members who dine at the restaurant.
Chili’s is offering all veterans and active duty members a free meal from a select menu, dine-in only.
Chipotle is offering a BOGO entree deal to the military community from 4 to 8 p.m.
Houlihan’s is giving veterans 50% off select entrees.
Olive Garden is offering all veterans and active duty members a free entrée from a special menu.
All entrées include freshly baked garlic breadsticks and choice of homemade soup or house salad. Options include: Never Ending Soup, Salad, and Breadsticks, cheese ravioli, spaghetti & meatballs, fettuccine alfredo, or chicken parmigiana.
Red Lobster is thanking veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service with a free Shrimp & Chips entrée on Veterans Day. With a valid military ID, dine-in patrons will receive Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Chesapeake fries, and coleslaw.
Starbucks is offering veterans, military servicemembers, and military spouses a free tall (12 fl.oz) brewed coffee (hot or iced).
Texas Roadhouse is offering free meals to the military community on Veterans Day.
White Castle is offering an individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal to all veterans and active-duty service members who dine-in.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse is offering active-duty and retired military dining in with a valid military ID a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. And from November 12 through December 31, guests with a valid military ID who dine in and purchase an entrée will receive a free Appetizer Bounce Back to enjoy on a future visit.
Dave & Buster’s is offering veterans a complimentary entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid veterans ID card.
Playa Bowls is offering free bowls for all veterans, active duty, and retired military personnel with a valid ID.
Red Robin is offering veterans and active-duty military guests a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side when dining in.
Shake Shack is giving active military personnel and veterans a free Big Shack when dining in and valid military ID.