Friday, November 11 is Veterans Day. Here are some local events happening near Hamilton County in observance and honor of those who serve!

November 11, VFW Post 10380
Veterans Day Ceremony 11am-12pm at Veteran’s Park Plaza (6231 Harrison Ave). VFW Post 10380 will showcase their float commemorating the Battle of Iwo Jima. The public is invited to pay their respects while practicing social distancing.

November 11, Eden Park
11am-1pm. This annual event honors those who have served in the United States military. The service will include patriotic music and guest speakers.

November 11, Lebanon
Countryside YMCA Remembrance Ceremony and Luncheon

November 11, Cincinnati (Blue Ash)Veteran's Day Ceremony and Luncheon

November 11, Anderson Twp
Veteran's Day Celebration

November 13, Florence, KY
Honor Run 5K/10K/Half Marathon


Veterans Day 2022 free meals, discounts and offers

All veterans are welcome to shop in the Common Goods store on November 11. Veterans can show their military ID and receive a $25 voucher for free merchandise (each voucher provides up to $75 value for discounted goods).

Cincinnati Zoo offers free admission to all active and retired military members on Veteran's Day!

7-Eleven – November 11, 2022
Get a free Quarter-Pound Big Bite 100% all-beef hot dog on Veterans Day. Available in-store and via delivery through the 7NOW app. Download the app and sign in or register.

Another Broken Egg is offering a free Patriot French Toast Combo and coffee to all veterans, active and retired military service members on 11-11-22. Available for dine in only at participating cafes; limit one per person.

Applebee’s – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service required.

BIBIBOP Asian Grill – November 11, 2022
BIBIBOP is giving all Veterans and active-duty military a free bowl on Veterans Day.

Biggby Coffee – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, Biggby Coffee will be offering free brewed coffee for Veterans.

BJ’s Restaurant – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, all service members can enjoy a complimentary entrée up to $14.95, plus a free Dr. Pepper by presenting a military ID or proof of service.

Bonefish Grill
Heroes Discount of 10 percent is offered year-round to veterans, active military and first responders all day every day with valid ID.

Bob Evans – November 11, 2022
There’s plenty to look forward to if you’re near a Bob Evans location on Veterans Day. The chain is offering seven homestyle menu items for Veterans for free on November 11, including country fried steak and crispy fried chicken.

Bruegger’s Bagels – November 11, 2022
Veterans can grab a free medium fresh-brewed hot or iced coffee with their breakfast on Veterans Day.

Buffalo Wild Wings Free Wings – November 11, 2022
All day on Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military who dine in or call for takeout at their local B-Dubs can receive a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries. At participating U.S. locations only.

Buffalo Wings & Rings – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military with valid ID will receive three free tenders and a drink on Veterans Day at participating locations. Valid for dine-in only.

Caribou Coffee – November 11, 2022
Free small brewed coffee for Veterans, active-duty military and their spouse.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Veterans and first responders receive 10% off on Veterans Day and year-round with valid ID.

Charley’s Philly Steaks – November 11, 2022
Offering a small or regular-size cheesesteak on Veterans Day. Please note that this promotion is at domestic non-AAFES locations only.

Chicken Salad Chick – November 11, 2022
Free Chick Special and regular drink on Veterans Day.

Chick-fil-A – November 11, 2022
Some participating Chick-fil-A locations may offer specials or discounts. Check your local Chick-fil-A to confirm.

Chili’s Grill & Bar – November 11, 2022
All Veterans and active-duty military personnel can choose a complimentary meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store – military family appreciation month/November 11, 2022
During military family appreciation month, Cracker Barrel will offer in-store specials on Veterans Day for Veterans and promotions throughout November to support military families in partnership with Operation Homefront. On Veterans Day, Veterans can receive a free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with their meal.

Denny’s – November 11, 2022
On November 11, Denny’s will be offering any Veterans or active-duty military with a valid ID a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon.

Drake’s – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military will receive a complimentary meal at participating locations on Veterans Day.

Dunkin’ Donuts – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers – November 11-30, 2022
On Veterans Day, receive a card for a free Freddy’s Original Double combo meal. Card is valid through November 30.

Frisch's Big Boy
Veterans receive a FREE Frisch's Big Boy sandwich. Dine in only at participating locations. The offer is available all day to all service persons with a military ID, a driver’s license with a veteran’s distinction, a Veteran’s Administration identification card, an Active Duty ID or a form DD 214. The offer is not available for drive-through or carry-out orders. Cannot be used with other offers or combo meal.

Frickers Restaurants – November 11, 2022
Veterans get 10 free wings (boneless or traditional) on Veterans Day.

Gold Star Chili – November 11, 2022
Enjoy a free three-way and drink on Veterans Day. For all who served.

Golden Corral – November 14, 2022
Military Appreciation Night will be held on Monday, November 14 from 5pm – close. Golden Corral will once again be honoring our military heroes with a free “thank you” meal.

Graeter’s Ice Cream – November 11, 2022
This Veterans Day, Graeter’s Ice Cream will offer a free sundae to all Veterans and active-duty service members.

Hard Rock Café – November 11, 2022
On November 11, both active-duty and retired military can receive a free Legendary Steak Burger at the Hard Rock Cafe. They can also take advantage of the Hard Rock Cafe’s military discount of 15% off other items.

Hooters – November 11, 2022
On Friday, November 11, all Veterans who present a military ID or proof of service and purchase a beverage at any participating Hooters location nationwide, will receive a free entrée from a special Hooters Veterans Day Menu (available for dine-in only). The Hooters Veterans Day Menu includes five of Hooters’ most popular entrées:

Buffalo Chicken Salad
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Hooters Burger
10-Piece Boneless Wings

IHOP – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military can get free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes at any IHOP on November 11. This offer is only valid if you dine in with proof of service.

Ikea – November 11, 2022
Enjoy a free meal at Ikea on Veterans Day. Military ID required.

Insomnia Cookies – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active military can enjoy a free six-pack in-store with any purchase on Veterans Day (just show military ID in-store to redeem).

Little Caesars – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Lunch Combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Little Caesars. Only select Little Caesars are participating, so make sure you call ahead to your local one before you head over.

Logan’s Roadhouse – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, all active-duty military and Veterans are invited to enjoy a free meal from the American roadhouse menu in honor of Veterans Day. This offer is available 3 – 6 p.m. at all Logan’s Roadhouse restaurants nationwide.

Macaroni Grill – November 11, 2022
This Veterans Day, all Veterans and active military receive a free mom’s ricotta meatballs + spaghetti with military ID.

Max & Erma’s – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, participating Max & Erma’s locations celebrate Veterans and active military personnel with a free cheeseburger, endless fries, fountain drink and a chocolate chip cookie.

Melting Pot – November 11, 2022
Veterans eat for free on Veterans Day at select Melting Pot locations with the purchase of regular-priced four-course meals. Veterans must show military IDs.

O’Charley’s – November 11, 2022
Veterans can get a free meal—a $10 value—at participating O’Charley’s locations on November 11 if they show military ID. O’Charley’s offers a special “Veterans Thank You Menu” that you can choose from. Just check beforehand to see if your nearby O’Charley’s is participating.

Olive Garden – November 11, 2022
This Veterans Day, Olive Garden is offering Veterans and active-duty service members a free entree from a special menu. All entrees include Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks and choice of soup or salad.

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, all Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy half off a cup of froyo.

Outback Steakhouse – November 11, 2022
This Veterans Day, all military Veterans and active service members can enjoy a free bloomin’ onion and Coca-Cola.

Perkins – November 11, 2022
Perkins is offering military members a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal this Veterans Day.
Quaker Steak & Lube – November 11, 2022

All Veterans and active-duty and Reservist service members receive free or discounted meals (up to $15), plus a free nonalcoholic beverage at participating locations on Veterans Day.

Red Lobster – November 11, 2022
In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active-duty military and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering guests a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw, featuring six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw.

The offer is available for dine-in and To Go orders placed in-restaurant between 11:00am and 4:00pm local time on Friday, November 11, 2022. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.

Red Robin – November 11, 2022
One free Red’s Tavern Double with Bottomless Steak Fries for Veterans and active duty military on Fri., November 11. Dine-in only.

Smokey Bones – November 11, 2022
Free desserts on Veterans Day, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. for active-duty members and Veterans.

Smoothie King – November 11, 2022
Free 20-ounce smoothie with a military ID on Veterans Day.

Starbucks – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, active-duty service members, Reservists, Veterans and military spouses are invited to enjoy a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee at participating Starbucks stores.

And new this year, Starbucks is expanding this offer to include a free tall (12-oz) iced coffee.

Texas Roadhouse – November 11, 2022
On November 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans can drive into the parking lot of their closest Texas Roadhouse and pick up a meal voucher with a valid military ID or proof of service.

Uno’s Pizzeria & Grill - November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, all past and present military members get a free entrée or individual pizza with the purchase of a second of equal or greater value.

Wendy’s – November 11, 2022
Wendy’s nationwide are offering a free small breakfast combo with a valid military ID on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary.

White Castle – November 11, 2022
White Castle is offering several free meal options for Veterans Day on November 11 for those with a military or Veterans ID, including a Free Breakfast Combo or Castle Combo Nos. 1 to 6.

Yard House – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military will receive a complimentary appetizer on Veterans Day with a valid military ID. The offer is valid for dine-in only.

Jet’s Pizza – November 11, 2022
On Veterans Day, Veterans and active-duty personnel can order 50% off menu-priced pizzas with a military ID. Pick up orders only. Not available online.

Morton’s The Steakhouse – November 11, 2022
All current and former military members enjoy 20% off on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to four. Must show valid ID.


Discounts on haircuts

Great Clips – November 11, 2022
Veterans and active-duty military can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on November 11 to receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date. Visit the Great Clips website for details.

Sports Clips – November 11, 2022
Some locations will be offering free haircuts to Veterans and active-duty service members on November 11. Visit the Sports Clips website for details and participating locations.

Discounts in retail & services

Walgreens – November 11-14, 2022
Military, Veterans and their families receive 20% off eligible, regular-price purchases in-store when using myWalgreens membership.

Bed Bath & Beyond – November 11, 2022
For active-duty U.S. military, Vets and Spouses, Bed Bath and Beyond is offering 25% off any in-store purchase on November 11, 2022. Call or visit your nearest location for details.

Target – November 2022
Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, Veterans and their families a 10% discount off the guest’s full basket. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/military . After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use 10% Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online.

Mike's Car Wash
Free ULTIMATE Wash to veterans and active military with military ID on Nov. 11.