As Memorial Day weekend approaches, businesses across the country are showing love to military members and veterans with a long list of freebies and special perks. From free meals to complimentary theme park tickets, active-duty service members, veterans, reservists, and first responders can cash in on major savings by showing a valid military ID.
Many of the offers are only available through Memorial Day weekend, while others run through the end of May or even year-round.
Here are some of the best freebies and giveaways military families can grab right now:
• Benihana – Veterans, active-duty military, reserves, and first responders can enjoy a free entrée from a special five-course Teppanyaki menu from May 22 through May 25. Dine-in only with proof of service required.
Firehouse Subs– Buy one sub and receive another for 50% off at participating locations between May 22 and May 25
Fogo de Chão– Over Memorial Day weekend, military veterans and active-duty personnel will receive 50% off the full Churrasco experience, and their guests will get a sweet deal as well: 10% off their full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco Experience. This deal is good from May 22 through May 25 at all locations
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit– May 25, use the code MEMDAY85 to receive $10 off orders of $50 or more online at Dickeys.com or through the mobile app, all day long.
Kona Grill– Between May 22 and May 25, veterans, active-duty military, reserves and first responders will enjoy a complimentary entree from a select menu with the purchase of an appetizer or starter. Choose from Pad Thai with your choice of protein, Mac Nut Chicken, Stir Fry with your choice of protein, or penne. Just show Military ID, Veteran ID or proof of employment for first responders when dining in.
Jimmy John’s– Now through May 25, JJ Rewards members can get a BOGO Toasted Sandwich deal using the promo code “Toasted.”
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria– Active military and veterans will get 15% off any order with a valid ID on May 25.
• Pilot Travel Centers – Military members with an ID.me account can claim free snacks, drinks, coffee, pizza, breakfast burritos, chicken sandwiches, and more throughout May.
• Casey’s Pizza – Get 25% off pizza orders during Memorial Day weekend with promo code “USA.”
• Busch Gardens – Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free one-day ticket for themselves plus up to three guests through June 30.
• SeaWorld – Military families can also score free admission for up to four people, including the service member.
• Enchanted Parks – Multiple amusement parks nationwide are offering free admission for military members and veterans from May 23 through May 25, plus discounted tickets for family and friends. Participating parks include:
Worlds of Fun
Valleyfair
Six Flags St. Louis
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston
Michigan’s Adventure
Six Flags Great Escape
Diggerland USA
Retail Discounts Worth Grabbing
• Walgreens – Military shoppers can save 20% in-store during Memorial Day weekend.
• Lowe’s & Home Depot – Both retailers continue offering military discounts year-round, with extra Memorial Day savings available on select items.
• Samsung – Verified military members can save up to 30% on electronics and appliances.
• Stanley – Military shoppers can get 30% off select drinkware and accessories.
• Brooks Running – Save 25% on running shoes and athletic gear.
Military Appreciation Month continues through May, so more deals and freebies could still pop up before the holiday weekend wraps up. Click here for more.
