Veteran's Day @ Applebee's
WHAT: All U.S. veterans and active duty military personnel can eat free*
on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11 at every Applebee's
Neighborhood Grill & Bar® restaurant across the country. Military
receive a free entrée from a special menu in their honor.
WHO: All U.S. veterans and active military personnel, including reserves
and National Guard.
WHY: To offer a nationwide "thank you" to our military.
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 (Veterans Day) during regular business
hours.
WHERE: All domestic Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants.
*Check Welcome to Applebee's® for nearby locations.
For more information: Applebee's - Veterans and Active Duty Military Eat Free - Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11th
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Golden Corral Offers Free Meal For Veterans, Military Personnel on Nov. 16, 2009
Golden Corral will be holding its 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in all Golden Corral restaurants nationwide.
A complimentary dinner buffet and beverage will be given to all U.S. military veterans, retired personnel, or those currently serving who attend the event.
Golden Corral notes that no identification is required for the service member and while family is welcome to join, the free meal deal is limited to military personnel and veterans.
To find a Golden Corral near you, search the site's locator here.
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Just visited a military site and found these discounts and freebies as well!
Fee Free Day at National Parks
To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department will not charge entrance fees on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.
Visitors to public recreation lands managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation are invited to take a day to honor and reflect on what our service men and women have done to maintain our freedom and keep peace around the world, Salazar said. Learn more.
McCormick & Schmick's Complimentary Lunch or Dinner
Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée on November 8. Some of the mouth-watering selections include Cashew-Crusted Tilapia, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Seafood Fettuccini Alfredo and Cedar-Planked Salmon.
The McCormick & Schmick’s Veterans Appreciation Event is offered to veterans defined by the Veterans Administration, Title 38 US Code 101, which is “a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.” Please present proper identification to your server when you are seated. Proper ID includes VA card, VFW card, American Legion card, discharge papers, DD214 or other Veterans ID . Please note that in an effort to accommodate as many Veterans as possible, restaurants will not be able to seat parties larger than 6. Learn more.
Home Depot and Lowe’s Military Discount
The 10% military discount is available to: Active-duty military members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, honorably discharged veterans and immediate family members of all those groups are eligible. Customers requesting a discount must be able to show a valid military ID card or other proof of military service (a DD Form 214 or VFW membership may qualify). Learn more.
Salute from Outback Steakhouse
As an expression of Outback Steakhouse's appreciation to our Country's veterans and active duty military*, a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage of choice (one non-alcoholic drink or one draft Anheuser Busch beer except where prohibited by law) will be available to them at every Outback in the country on Veterans Day. Please visit Outback Steakhouse for locations.
Discounts at Cabela's
Veteran's Day weekend, Cabela's outdoor store is offering their employee discount to all veterans, active duty military and reserves, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel on Nov. 11 and 12. Dubbed a "Hometown Heroes" event, eligible shoppers will need to check in at a table at the store to receive a coupon for the discount.
All the information I've received about this promotion has been second hand and it seems that the website doesn't offer any information. I've heard that the discount varies from 5% to 50%, depending on item, and that it excludes guns, boats, trailers and safes. Learn more.
Anheuser-Busch Parks Free Admission
Complimentary admission for active duty military representing all five service branches, active members of a reserve or National Guard unit, and/or up to three direct dependants. Valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, to one of the following Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks:
SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg
Sesame Place
Adventure Island
Water Country USA
Offer valid through 12/31/2009. Operating days and hours vary by park. Please check with specific park for current operating schedule. Learn more.
Knott's Berry Farm Free Admission
Knott's Berry Farm pays tribute to past and present U.S. armed forces personnel during Veteran's Month with free park admission for them and a guest November 1-26 only. Up to six additional tickets can be purchased for only $15 each. Military ID or DD214 presented with a photo ID required for discount. Learn more.
Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission
Colonial Williamsburg honors America's Veterans with a procession down Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg's Fifes and Drums, and speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes Friday through Wednesday, Nov. 6-11. Learn more.
Mohegan Sun Hotel Discount Rates
Mohegan Sun invites military service members to enjoy special discount hotel rates on select dates from now through September 30, 2010 as part of its Friends of Mohegan Sun program.
On available dates, military service members can lock in an exclusive $99.00 per night rate for a standard room and can upgrade to a one-bedroom suite at an additional $100.00 per night.
To check availability, please visit mohegansun.com/friends to see what dates are open. Then, phone in your reservation, mentioning the Friends of Mohegan Sun program and code TF99 to the reservation desk at 1.888.777.7922.