Veteran Discounts in Alabama

18 offers specific to Alabama or its region, plus 209 nationwide deals. Enter your ZIP to see participating locations near you on a map.

Last checked: November 9, 2026

Veterans Day 2026 in Alabama

FREE $15

Free $15 meal voucher (11 a.m.–6 p.m.), redeem through Dec. 24

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
South / Southwest
In-store

Dine-in only; ID required

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Biscuit Belly

FREE

Free biscuit sandwich + drip coffee or fountain drink

Veterans
Nov. 11
Southeast / Midwest
In-store

Dine-in only; select menu

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Coffee & Treats

Casey's

FREE DRINK

Free coffee or fountain drink (free car wash at some locations)

Veterans & service members
Nov. 11
Midwest & South
In-store

Proof of service

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Grocery

Food Lion

10% OFF

10% off in-store with MVP card

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Southeast & Mid-Atlantic
In-store

Military ID + MVP card; exclusions apply

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Attractions & Museums

Montgomery Zoo

50% OFF

50% off admission for you & dependents (Nov. 8–14)

Veterans, active duty & dependents
Nov. 8 – Nov. 14
Montgomery, Alabama
In-store
Source: We Are The Mighty DirectionsDetails

Grocery

Publix

10% OFF

10% off groceries

Veterans, active duty & families
Nov. 11
Southeast
In-store

Proof of service; standard exclusions

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Shoney's

FREE BREAKFAST

Free all-you-care-to-eat Breakfast Bar (open–11 a.m.)

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Southeast
In-store

Dine-in

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Sonny's BBQ

FREE

Free Pork Big Deal — must join rewards by Nov. 9

Veterans, retirees & active duty
Nov. 11
Southeast
In-store

Sign up for Sonny's rewards by Nov. 9

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

The Ruby Slipper

FREE

Free entrée for veterans; families dining with them get 15% off

Veterans
Nov. 11
Gulf South & Southeast
In-store

Dine-in

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

VIVA Chicken

FREE

Eat free with a guest meal purchase

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Southeast
In-store

In-store; guest meal purchase

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Year-round Alabama veteran benefits & discounts

Coffee & Treats

Casey's

FREE DRINK

Free coffee or fountain drink every day

Active-duty military & uniformed first responders
Year-round
Midwest & South
In-store · Military ID
Source: We Are The Mighty / Military Wallet Find nearestDetails

Attractions & Museums

The American Village

FREE ENTRY

Free general admission every day

Veterans & active military
Year-round
Montevallo, Alabama
In-store · Military ID
Source: We Are The Mighty DirectionsDetails

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Restaurants

Applebee's

FREE MEAL

Free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu + $5 Bounce Back card

Veterans, active duty, Reserve & Guard
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in only at participating locations; proof of service; drinks & tip not included

Source: Applebee's / VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Chili's

FREE MEAL

Free meal: Chicken Crispers, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, Oldtimer w/ Cheese, or Soup & House Salad

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in only at participating locations; drinks & tip not included

Source: Chili's / VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Denny's

FREE BREAKFAST

Free Original Grand Slam (5 a.m.–noon)

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in only; ID or DD-214; participating locations

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Golden Corral

FREE BUFFET

Free 'thank you' buffet dinner — Military Appreciation Night (4 p.m.–close)

Anyone who served: veterans, retirees, active duty, Guard & Reserve
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in only; no takeout; family pays regular price

Source: Golden Corral / VA News Find nearestDetails

Haircuts & Services

Great Clips

FREE HAIRCUT

Free haircut, or a free-haircut card good through Dec. 4

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Participating U.S. salons

Source: Great Clips / VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

IHOP

FREE BREAKFAST

Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo (7 a.m.–7 p.m.)

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in; participating locations

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Retail & Apparel

Kohl's

30% OFF

30% off in-store (Nov. 10–11)

Active duty, veterans, retirees & immediate family
Nov. 10 – Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

In-store; valid ID; exclusions apply

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Home & Garden

Lowe's

10% OFF

10% off eligible purchases (no annual limit)

Veterans & active duty
Year-round
Nationwide
In-store & Online · ID.me

Link to MyLowe's account

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Parks & Outdoors

National Park Service

FREE ENTRY

Free entrance to every fee-charging national park + BLM & Fish and Wildlife sites

Everyone (U.S. citizens & residents)
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Camping & tours not covered

Source: VA News / NPS Find nearestDetails

FREE lifetime pass to 2,000+ national parks & federal recreation sites

All veterans (incl. Guard & Reserve) & Gold Star families
Year-round
Nationwide
In-store & Online · VA/DoD ID

Show DoD ID, VHIC, VA Veteran ID Card or veteran-designated driver's license; digital pass on Recreation.gov

FREE

Free Bloomin' Onion + drink (Nov. 10–11); Dine Rewards members also get a free Hero's Meal later

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 10 – Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in; military ID

Source: We Are The Mighty Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Red Lobster

FREE MEAL

Free Shrimp & Chips meal

Veterans, active duty & reservists
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Dine-in only; ID required

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Coffee & Treats

Starbucks

FREE COFFEE

Free tall (12 oz.) hot or iced brewed coffee

Veterans, service members & military spouses
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Participating U.S. stores

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Retail & Apparel

Target

20% OFF

20% off one qualifying storewide purchase (Nov. 5–11)

Verified military, veterans & families
Nov. 5 – Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store & Online

Target Circle member; verify military status

Source: VA News Find nearestDetails

Restaurants

Texas Roadhouse

FREE MEAL

Free meal voucher (handed out 11 a.m.–2 p.m.), good through May 2027

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Proof of service; verify your local location participates

Source: VA News / FSR Find nearestDetails

Home & Garden

The Home Depot

10% OFF

10% off (up to $400 in savings per year)

Veterans, active duty, Guard, Reserve & surviving spouses
Year-round
Nationwide
In-store & Online · ID.me

Register online; works in-store & online

Source: We Are The Mighty / HonestMOS Find nearestDetails

Government & Nonprofit

VA Veteran ID Card (VIC)

FREE

Free Veteran ID card — proof of service for discounts

Veterans with honorable or general discharge
Year-round
Nationwide
Online · VA.gov

Apply on VA.gov

Source: USMilitary.orgDetails

Entertainment

Vet Tix

FREE TICKETS

Free tickets to sports, concerts & events

Veterans, active duty & families
Year-round
Nationwide
Online · Vet Tix verification

Free account + verification

Source: AARP / Kansas Office of Veterans ServicesDetails

Restaurants

Wendy's

FREE

Free Dave's Single

Veterans & active duty
Nov. 11
Nationwide
In-store

Participating U.S. restaurants; inside or drive-thru

Source: Military.com Find nearestDetails

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Common questions

What veteran discounts are available in Alabama?

We list 18 Alabama-specific or regional offers (such as Aspen Creek Grill, Biscuit Belly, Casey's, Food Lion, Montgomery Zoo), plus 209 nationwide deals that work at participating locations in Alabama.

Where can veterans eat free in Alabama on Veterans Day 2026?

Nationwide chains like Applebee's, Chili's, Denny's, Golden Corral and Texas Roadhouse run Veterans Day offers at participating Alabama locations. Enter your ZIP code on our map to see the closest ones.

Does Alabama offer free state park access for veterans?

Check the state benefits below. Many states waive park fees on Veterans Day or offer passes for disabled veterans, and every veteran qualifies for the free lifetime national park pass.

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