In honor of Veterans Day, there are various businesses across Northeast Ohio that are offering free meals and admission for veterans and active-duty military. In most cases, you will need to show proof of service or military ID.

If you know of any Veteran’s Day specials that aren’t listed, leave a comment below. Thanks!

FREE Admission for Veterans & Active Military to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Free Admission and parking to the Pro Football Hall of Fame for all veterans and active military plus one guest from November 1-11. Throughout the rest of November and every day at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, veterans and active military receive $5 off Museum admission and their spouses and dependents (under 18) receive $3 off. In addition, free parking will be provided for the month of November. {Find Out More}
When: November 1-11, 2019
Where: 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: FREE (This offer is good for all United States active-duty service members, National Guard Reservists, and retired military service members who show a valid military ID at the Hall’s Ticket Office.)

FREE Honoring the Nation's Heroes at the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Join us for this annual salute to veterans as we Honor our Heroes. This year's program will include special guest of honor former NFL All-Pro Donnie Edwards. A free commemorative pin and Patriotic Hall of Fame Challenge Coin will be available for all Veterans in attendance for the Honoring Our Nations Heroes program (while supplies last). Plus, enjoy a 20% discount at the HOF Store. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, November 2, 2019; 11am-1pm
Where: 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: FREE admission for veterans and 1 guest (all day). Admission for Blue Star Mothers and Gold Star Families will be free all day on Nov. 2nd.

FREE Make Cards for Veterans at Wayne County Public Library
The week of November 4, stop in the library and help decorate and sign a giant thank you card to local Veterans. {Find Out More}
When: November 4-9, 2019
Where: Doyleston Branch, 169 N. Portage St., Doylestown, OH 44230
Cost: FREE

FREE Admission for Veteran's Day
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}
When: November 8-11, 2019; 11am-4pm
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Cost: FREE

FREE Veterans Train Ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
This Veterans Day, CVSR invites veterans, active military, first responders and up to three family members on board the train for a complimentary train ride! A Color Guard demonstration will be held at 9:45am at Akron Northside Station and 10am at Rockside Station. Upon boarding passengers will be served water and a treat. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, November 11, 2019
Akron Northside Station: Color Guard Ceremony at 9:45am; Train Departs at 10am
Rockside Station: Color Guard Ceremony at 10am; Train Departs at 10:15am
Where:
Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
Rockside Station, 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131
Cost: FREE

FREE Doughnuts for Veterans at Geauga County Public Library

In tanks for your service, all veterans are invited to stop into any branch of Geauga County Public Library for a free doughnut. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, November 11, 2019; 10am-12pm
Where: Geauga County Public Library, 12701 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon, OH 44024
Cost: FREE

FREE Admission for Veterans on Veterans Day at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium
The Greater Cleveland Aquarium is extending free admission to active duty military and veterans with presentation of official ID on Monday, November 11, 2019, in appreciation of their service. The Aquarium’s everyday military discount will apply to the tickets of their immediate family members. Veterans and their family are invited to enjoy regularly scheduled experiences throughout the day including animal encounters (11am & 2:30pm), “Sharks & Scuba” dive talks (11:15am & 1:30pm) and the opportunity to see archerfish in action (3:30pm). The Aquarium will also provide veterans with complimentary stingray feed tickets (3pm) while supplies last. Military rates apply to active duty military or retired military with official military ID and their immediate family. General daytime admission after the application of a military discount is $17.95 (ages 13 and up) and $11.95 (ages 2-12). This discount cannot be combined with any other offer and is available in-person only. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, November 11, 2019; 10am-4pm
Where: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Cost: FREE

FREE 50 Years of Sesame Street Make-it Take-it at Wayne County Public Library
Supplies will be available all day for an easy make and take craft that will celebrate the 50th anniversary of our friends on Sesame Street. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, November 11, 2019; 10am-8pm
Where: Doyleston Branch, 169 N. Portage St., Doylestown, OH 44230
Cost: FREE

FREE Intro to Archery for Veterans with Summit Metroparks
In honor of Veterans Day, Summit Metroparks invites veterans to learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at a temporary indoor range. This free program is good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018; 1pm-2:30pm
Where: Firestone Metro Park, Coventry Oaks Area, 40 Axline Ave., Akron, OH 44319
Cost: FREE

Restaurants in Northeast Ohio offering Veteran's Day Discounts

Applebees – FREE Meal
Veterans & active-duty military are invited to enjoy a free meal. Dine-in from limited menu at participating Applebee's only. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Bar Louie – FREE Burger or Flatbread (up to $15)
Bar Louie is honored to support veterans and their families and will be offering a Burger or Flatbread (up to $15) to any veteran who shows their ID on Veterans Day. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Beerhead Bar & Eatery – FREE Entrée
Receive a free entrée for veterans and active-duty military in uniform or with a military ID, dine-in only, as a special thanks for their bravery and service. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

BIBIBOP Asian Grill – FREE Bowl
BIBIBOP is giving a free bowl to all veterans and active-duty military at all BIBIBOP locations, all day. In-store purchases only. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

BJ’s Restaurant – FREE Entrée & Dr. Pepper Beverage
All service members who dine-in can enjoy a complimentary entrée up to $14.95, plus a free Dr. Pepper, by presenting a military ID or proof of service. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

California Pizza Kitchen – FREE Entrée & Drink
This Veteran's Day, all veterans and active military are invited to enjoy a free entrée and beverage from a special Veterans Day menu. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Denny's – FREE Build-Your-Own Grand Slam Breakfast
This Veterans Day, Denny’s is honoring America’s heroes by inviting active, inactive and retired military personnel to stop by for a free Build-Your-Own Grand Slam breakfast, from 5am-12pm, with a valid military ID or DD 214. Dine-in only. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Max & Erma’s – FREE Cheeseburger, Fries & Drink
Veterans and active-duty military personnel will be treated to a free Cheeseburger in America combo. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Menchie’s – FREE 6 oz. Frozen Yogurt
All veterans and current service members will receive the first 6 oz. of frozen yogurt free on Veterans Day. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Quaker Steak and Lube (Valley View, OH) – FREE Meal & Beverage
All veterans receive a free meal and beverage on Veterans Day. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Red Lobster – FREE Appetizer or Dessert
In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering a free appetizer or dessert on Veterans Day. Show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Red Robin – FREE Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries
Veterans and active-duty servicemen and women will receive a free Red's Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Fries. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Sheetz – FREE Sub, Drink, & Car Wash
Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free 6-inch Turkey Sub and a regular-size fountain drink plus a free car wash at any location. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019

Spaghetti Warehouse – BOGO Entrée (coupon required!)
Spaghetti Warehouse celebrates veterans and active-duty members with a 3-day Veterans Day Weekend Special! November 9-11, enjoy a “Buy One and Get One Free of Equal or Lesser Value” with a coupon. Choose from Spaghetti & Meatballs or an Original Recipe Spaghetti Entrée, Incredible 15-Layer Lasagne, or Grilled Chicken Alfredo. Even if you don't know a veteran, gather at the restaurant and pay tribute to all those in uniform. Coupon is required! (The coupon will be available online on Spaghetti Warehouse's website, the restaurant's Facebook page, and it can be downloaded or presented from a mobile phone.) {Find Out More}
November 9-11, 2019

Texas Roadhouse – FREE Lunch
Men and women of our armed forces can choose from one of 10 free meals from their special Veterans Day menu. {Find Out More}
Monday, November 11, 2019; 11am-4pm

If you know of any Veteran’s Day specials that aren’t listed, leave a comment below. Thanks!