In honor of Veterans Day, businesses across Northeast Ohio offer special events, free meals, complimentary admission, and more for veterans and active-duty military. In most cases, you will need to show proof of service or military ID.

FREE Veterans Appreciation Breakfast

This annual event is hosted by the City of Brunswick and sponsored by Homestead Insurance Agency and Auto-Owners Insurance. Doors open at 7:30 am; breakfast is served at 8 am. {Find Out More}
Where: Hilkert Hall, 929 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, OH 44212 (Please park in lots near the water towers. Attendants will direct you to the entrance.)
When: Wednesday, October 26, 2022 [REGISTER: RSVP to the City Manager’s office at (330) 558-6826.]

FREE Veterans Day Event & Expo

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will hold a Veterans Day Event & Expo to honor military veterans by offering free admission and parking to all US service members, National Guard members, and veterans with one guest. Blue Star Mothers and Gold Star Families will also receive free admission and parking. Plus, get a free commemorative Veterans Day pin (while supplies last) and a 20% discount at the Hall of Fame Store. {Find Out More}
Where: Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
When: Friday, November 11, 2022

FREE Veterans Appreciation Days at the Akron Zoo

All veterans, past and current, receive free admission with valid military ID, and immediate family members receive 50% off admission. {Find Out More}
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
When: November 9-13, 2022

FREE Veteran's Day Train on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

The Veteran's Day Train will run from Rockside to Fitzwater at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Veterans, active military, first responders, and up to three family members are invited to take a two-hour, complimentary train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. {Find Out More}
Where: Boarding Stations:
– Rockside Station, 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131
– Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
When: Thursday, November 10, 2022 [REGISTER]

FREE Veteran's Day Ceremony

The community is invited to the annual City of Green Veterans Day Ceremony. The event honors local veterans and celebrates those in our community who have worn a U.S. military uniform. {Find Out More}
Where: Green Veterans Memorial Park, 1900 Steese Rd., Green, OH 44685
When: Friday, November 11, 2022

FREE VeteRUN Walk and 5K & Family Fun Run

The Nature for All Trail will be lined with American flags paying tribute to our veterans with signs sharing the stories of Stark Parks employees and volunteers who have served in the armed forces. Registration begins immediately after the flag-raising and honor guard ceremony. {Find Out More}
Where: Quail Hollow Park, 13480 Congress Lake Ave. NE, Hartville, OH 44632
When: Saturday, November 12, 2022 [REGISTER]

Restaurants & Businesses in Northeast Ohio Offering Veteran's Day Deals

Each year the following restaurants offer free meals or discounts to veterans and active-duty military. Make sure to visit the restaurant's website to find out more about the discount being offered and what requirements are needed. Remember to bring your valid military ID or proof of service with you in order to redeem the offer. 

Applebees – On November 11, 2022, all veterans and active duty military members receive a free entrée from a special menu. {Find Out More}

Charleys Philly Steaks – Free Gourmet Fries in-store with no purchase necessary to all veterans and active military on November 11, 2022. {Find Out More} In addition, Charleys’ locations on military bases are offering free gourmet fries with the purchase of a cheesesteak and drink for all customers – guests can visit their store for more details.

Engage Virtual Range – FREE Veteran's Day Open Shoot on November 11, 2022, from 10 am-2 pm, at the Avon Lake location {Find Out More} and Medina location {Find Out More}.

Hartville Marketplace – On November 11, 2022, the Hartville MarketPlace will honor veterans at a Headshots for Heroes event! Andy Eicher Photography will be offering FREE professional headshot pictures for veterans. Plus, veterans who participate will receive a lunch ticket for a cheeseburger or coney dog, french fries, and a drink from Sarah's Grill. Bring your military ID or some documentation to show which branch you served in. {Find Out More}

Menchie’s – All veterans are invited to enjoy the first 6 oz. of froyo FREE on November 11, 2022. {Find Out More}

Red Lobster – FREE Walt's Favorite Shrimp, Fries, & Coleslaw to veterans, active-duty military, and reservists on November 11, 2022. Show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer. {Find Out More}

Red Robin – Veterans and active duty military are eligible to receive a FREE Red's Tavern Double burger served with Bottomless Steak Fries when dining in at participating restaurants on November 11, 2022. {Find Out More} 

Target – 10% military appreciation discount {Find Out More}

True REST Float Spa – True REST Float Spa’s Veterans Day Float Spa Experience: On November 11, 2022, True Rest Float Spa will close all spas to the public and offer its unique flotation therapy experience complimentary to active-duty military members, reservists, and/or veterans honoring their service. Each flotation therapy session is 60-minutes and encourages rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. US military members (active-duty, reservists, or veterans) interested in participating in True REST Float Spa’s Veteran's Day Float Spa Experience, please call a participating spa available at TrueREST.com/free-floats-for-military-veterans. Military individuals must mention they qualify over the phone and provide a military ID or their DD Form 214 on the day of the appointment. Limited appointments are available so military members are encouraged to book their appointment quickly. {Find Out More}

Find more Veteran's Day restaurant offers nationwide.