On Tuesday the nation will take a moment to pause from work and duty to spend the day honoring our veterans.
There will be parades and ceremonies.
Many national retailers are doing their part to offer extra freebies and savings to veterans that day.
Deb Stanley at Channel 7 News in Denver has compiled an annual list of Veterans' Day freebies that is the most complete and up to date. There will be free meals, free coffee, free car washes and extra discounts at big box retailers, nationwide.
While some offers are granted to military members and their spouses, most of them are not. Remember ladies, this holiday is to honor the veterans. Military Spouse Day is in the spring!
Check out this list and check the listings in your local paper for local deals for veterans next week. As always, call the business before you head out on Tuesday to make sure they are participating in the sale.
And, don't forget your ID. Most businesses will require proof of service and that can include a VA Universal Access Card, Military I.D., DD-214 (Discharge Papers), Veterans Service Organization Card (VSO's include groups like the VFW, DAV, AmVets, MOAA, FRA, and the American Legion), or in some cases businesses will accept a picture of the veteran in uniform.
Thank you for your service. Happy Veterans' Day!
Here is a preview of Deb's list, which appears on Channel 7's website. For the full list, please visit:
http://www.thedenverchannel.com/money/debbies-deals/veterans-day-deals-freebies-2014-include-applebees-golden-corral-red-robin-hooters-starbucks
Also, check out the list at military.com at http://www.military.com/veterans-day/veterans-day-military-discounts.html
National Parks: Entrance fees for all National Parks are waived for veterans, and everyone else, on Nov. 11.
Applebee's will offer a veterans and active duty military a free entree from a limited menu on Nov. 11. Must show proof of service. Beverage and gratuity not included.
Red Robin is offering veterans and active-duty service members a free Tavern double burger and fries on Nov. 11.
Texas Roadhouse is offering veterans a free lunch (and beverage) from a special menu on Nov. 11. Proof of military service required. Active, former and retired military welcome. Dine-in only.
Olive Garden restaurants are giving active-duty military and military veterans a free entree from a special menu on Nov. 11. Proof of service required.
Famous Dave's BBQ is offering former and active military a "one meat salute" meal (one meat, a side and a corn muffin) on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Participating locations only. Does not include drink, appetizer or dessert. One meal per military member.
Hooters is offering veterans and active duty military a free entree on Nov. 11. Must show proof of service and buy a drink.
Golden Corral will have its annual Military Appreciation Dinner on MONDAY, NOV. 17 from 5-9 p.m. for veterans, active duty personnel, National Guard and reservists. Dine-in only, no take-out meals.
On The Border restaurants are offering veterans and active duty military a free choose 2 or choose 3 "Create Your Own Combo." Dine-in only. Guests need proof of military service, inlcuding a U.S. Uniform Services ID Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, DD214, Citation or Commendation.
IHOP is offering veterans and active duty military free red, white and blue pancakes on Nov. 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Must show proof of service. Some locations are offering the free pancakes as part of a free combo meal, but not all locations, according to the news release from IHOP.
Longhorn Steakhouse is offering veterans and active military members a complimentary Texas Tonion appetizer and non-alcohol beverage with proof of service.
Ruby Tuesday is offering veterans, active duty and reserve service members with a proof of service a free appetizer on Nov. 11.
Red Lobster is thanking veterans, active duty military and reservists for their service with a free appetizer from a limited menu on November 10-13.
Participating Starbucks locations are offering a free tall (12 fl. oz.) brewed coffee to veterans, active duty service members and military spouses on Nov. 11.
Great Clips will give veterans a free hair cut on Nov. 11. Veterans who don't need a hair cut can stop by on Nov. 11 and get a free haircut card to redeem by Dec. 31. If YOU get your hair cut on Nov. 11, they'll give you a coupon to give to a veteran for a free hair cut from Nov. 11 to Dec. 31.
Many Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to active-duty U.S. service members and veterans on Nov. 11 with valid proof of service.
Brides! If you or your fiance are serving in the military, you may be able to get a free wedding dress from Brides Across America. Learn more on the BridesAcrossAmerica website.
JCPenney is offering current and former military personnel AND their families an extra 20 percent off Nov. 3 to 15 with this coupon: http://www.jcpenney.com/military
Bed, Bath and Beyond's Facebook page says active duty, reserves, guard, retirees, veterans and military spouses get 20 percent off their entire purchase Nov. 8-11. In-store only. Military ID required.
Lowe's is offering current service members, retired veterans, VA recipients and their immediate family 10 percent off on Veterans Day. The offer is also valid on Memorial Day and Fourth of July. A DD214 or other proof of service required.
