In honor of Veterans Day, enjoy local events, restaurant discounts, and free admission to some area attractions for veterans and active military personnel. Thank you for your service!
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Veterans Day Events in Omaha
Promotions may require some form of military ID. As always, it is a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting as promotions can change at any time, and participating locations may vary.
Veterans Shine On! WWII Colonnade Lights at Memorial Park – Nov. 5 (6 p.m.)
- Due to the rise in COVID-19, the ceremony portion of Veterans Shine On has been canceled. The WWII Colonnade at Memorial Park will still light up on Thursday, Nov. 5th at 6 p.m. Take a moment to drive by the display, enjoy the beautiful view, and most importantly, honor our Veterans.
- Location: Memorial Park, 6005 Underwood Ave., Omaha, NE.
Veterans Free Weekend at The Durham Museum – Nov. 7-8 [RESERVE]
- Veterans and their families enjoy complimentary admission all weekend long, November 7-8, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. To safely accommodate all guests, reservations must be made in advance. Please email reservations@DurhamMuseum.org or call 402-444-5071 to reserve your ticket.
- Location: 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE.
Council Bluffs Veterans Day Parade – Nov. 7 (11 a.m.), FREE
- Come out and support our local veterans at this annual parade!
- Location: S. Main St. and 9th Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.
Veterans Day Program & Free Lunch for Veterans at The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – Nov. 11 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
- The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum honors America’s military veterans with a special program on Veterans Day, featuring posting of the colors and a keynote speaker. Veterans are encouraged to attend this event in uniform.
- For the entirety of the day, active, retired and veteran service members receive FREE admission into the Museum.
- Location: 28210 W. Park Hwy., Ashland, NE.
Veteran’s Recognition Day at the Omaha Zoo – Nov. 11 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
- In honor of those who proudly serve our nation, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will be offering FREE gate admission to all active and retired military members, veterans, and their families on Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2020.
- Location: 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE.
Omaha Restaurant Offers for Veterans
Promotions may require some form of military ID. As always, it is a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting as promotions can change at any time, and participating locations may vary.
Applebee’s – Nov. 11
- To honor the heroes in our neighborhood, all active military members and veterans will receive a free meal from any of our participating locations on Veterans Day, November 11th.
- ** Be sure to check to verify participation with specific location before visiting.
Chili’s – Nov. 11
- All veterans & active military members are invited to choose a free entrée from a select menu. In-restaurant only.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store – Nov. 11
- On Veterans Day – Wednesday, Nov. 11, Cracker Barrel will thank the brave men and women who have served our nation by offering all U.S. military veterans a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola® Cake when dining at any Cracker Barrel location nationwide.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill – Nov. 11
- Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is honoring active military and veterans by treating them to a free lunch or dinner entrée on Wednesday, November 11th. Dine-in only with valid form of military ID or they can wear their uniform to any Firebirds location. If you dine with family or friends on this special day, the complimentary entrée will be whichever entrée is of lesser value.
Green Beans Coffee Omaha – Nov. 11 (5:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
- On Veterans Day our motto of “Honor First, Coffee Second” rings true as we honor out Veterans and their Families. All Veterans will receive a FREE 12oz Coffee or Tea, a FREE Breakfast Burrito, Bagel, or Muffin and double discounts on everything else. Veterans Families will receive double discounts all day. Each Veteran will also receive a REMEMBRANCE STAR from a retired Old Glory.
Hy-Vee (1000 S. 178th St.) – Nov. 11 (6 – 10 a.m.)
- This Veteran’s Day, Hy-Vee is holding a free curbside pickup breakfast event for Veterans and active military members. Drive up to the store between 6 – 10 a.m. to safely receive a to-go breakfast.
Hy-Vee (1000 156th & Maple) – Nov. 11 (6 – 10 a.m.)
- This Veteran’s Day, Hy-Vee is holding a free curbside pickup breakfast event for Veterans and active military members. Drive up to the store between 6 – 10 a.m. to safely receive a to-go breakfast.
Hy-Vee (8809 W. Center Rd.) – Nov. 11 (6 – 10 a.m.)
- This Veteran’s Day, Hy-Vee is holding a free curbside pickup breakfast event for Veterans and active military members. Drive up to the store between 6 – 10 a.m. to safely receive a to-go breakfast.
Red Lobster – Nov. 11
- In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering dine-in guests a free appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11th. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.
Red Robin – Nov. 12 – 30
- Veterans and Active Military who are Red Robin Royalty members can redeem their FREE Tavern Double Burger with Steak Fries any time between November 12 – 30, 2020, for Dine-in or To-Go. The offer will be automatically uploaded to your Royalty member dashboard (You can sign up to become a Royalty member for free online).
Starbucks – Nov. 11
- Starbucks is honoring those who have served with a free tall hot brewed coffee for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating US Starbucks stores on November 11th. Starbucks is also donating 25 cents for every cup of hot brewed coffee sold that day to support the mental health of military communities.
More Discounts for Veterans
Free Entrance to National Parks – Nov. 11
- On Nov. 11th, more than 100 national parks that usually charge entrance fees are offering free entrance. Find a participating park here.
Midlands Place – Nov. 1 – 30
- In appreciation of Veteran’s Day, Midlands Place restaurants is offering a 20% discount for those with a Military ID throughout the month of November.
Target – Nov. 1 – 11
- In honor of Veterans Day (November 11), between November 1 – 11, 2020, Target is offering all US active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families a 10-percent discount off the guest’s full basket. (Some exclusions apply. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering online. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use 10% Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online Nov. 1-11, 2020.)
Free Car Wash at participating retailers – Nov. 11
- Grace For Vets is a united front of car wash operators that provide a FREE CAR WASH to veterans and service personnel each year on Nov. 11th to honor their past and present service to their country.
- Find participating locations in Nebraska and Iowa.
Free Haircut Promotion for Veterans at Great Clips – Nov. 11
- VETERANS & ACTIVE MILITARY MEMBERS: Visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11TH and receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date.
- NON-MILITARY CUSTOMERS: Purchase a service at a U.S. Great Clips salon on Veterans Day and get a free haircut card to give to a military service member you know.
- At participating U.S. salons, while supplies last. Haircut cards are redeemable until Dec. 11 2020.
True REST Float Spa Free Sessions for Veterans – On the 11th of each month
- True REST is committed to helping veterans and active military by donating free floats on the 11th of each month – every month.
- Location: 2522 S. 171st Ct., Omaha, NE
Thank you for your service!
Other Helpful Resources:
Veterans Day Events Canceled in 2020…
Nebraska’s Official Veteran’s Parade – CANCELED FOR 2020
- Nebraska’s Official Veteran’s Parade honors the brave men and women who proudly served our country.
- Location: Olde Towne Bellevue, Mission Ave. and Jackson St., Bellevue, NE.
