In honor of Veterans Day, businesses across Northeast Ohio offer special events, free meals, and 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 Admission for Veterans & Active Military to the Pro Football Hall of Fame

The Veterans’ Services Expo will take place from 9AM to 5PM with vendors stationed throughout the Hall to educate Veterans of the services available to them. Free Admission and parking to all U.S. service members, National Guard and veterans plus 1 guest (all day). Also free Admission for Blue Star Mothers and Gold Star Families.{Find Out More}
Where: 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
When: November 11, 2021

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

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:
Veterans and their families can choose to depart from:
Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
Rockside Station, 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131
When: Thursday, November 11, 2021 (Tickets for the Veterans Day Train can be redeemed starting October 12th at 9 am)

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 11-14, 2021

FREE Veteran's Day Ceremony

Make plans to join the City of Green as we pause to remember and honor all veterans. {Find Out More}
Where: Green Veterans Memorial Park, 1900 Steese Rd., Green, OH 44685
When: Thursday, November 11, 2021

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 restaurants 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 -Veterans & active-duty military are invited to enjoy a free meal. Dine-in from a limited menu at participating Applebee's only. {Find Out More}

Max & Erma’s – Veteran's Day Meal Offer {Find Out More}

Menchie’s – FREE 6 oz. Frozen Yogurt {Find Out More}

Red Lobster – FREE Appetizer or Dessert {Find Out More}

Red Robin – FREE Tavern Double Burger with Steak Fries {Find Out More}

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

Find more Veteran's Day Restaurant Offers nationwide.