Texas Roadhouse
Free Meal Voucher (10 Entrée choices)
Visit on Nov 11 between 11 AM - 2 PM to receive a meal voucher.
Voucher valid for redemption until May 30, 2026. This is the highest-value, most flexible bounce-back offer.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Free Combo Meal Card
Visit on Nov 11 to receive a free combo meal card.
Voucher valid for redemption until December 31, 2025. No purchase necessary to receive the card.
Aspen Creek Grill
$15 Meal Voucher
Visit on Nov 11 (11 AM - 6 PM) to pick up a $15 meal voucher.
Voucher valid for redemption from Nov 11 until December 24, 2025. Valid for dine-in.
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK)
BOGO Free Pizza, Pasta, or Salad
Veterans who dine in and receive their free meal on Nov 11 will also receive a BOGO coupon.
BOGO voucher valid for redemption from November 12 – November 25, 2025. Dine-in only.
Applebee's
$5 Bounce Back Card
Veterans who dine in and receive their free meal on Nov 11 will also receive a $5 Bounce Back Card.
Voucher valid for a 3-week redemption window for dine-in, To Go, or delivery.
O'Charley's Restaurant
$5 Reward Card
Veterans who dine in and receive their free meal on Nov 10 or Nov 11 will also receive a $5 reward card.
Voucher valid for the next visit. Free meal offer is 11 AM - 4 PM on Nov 10 & 11.
Bubba's 33
Free Lunch Voucher
On Nov 11 (11 AM - 4 PM), veterans have the choice of a free lunch OR a voucher for a future visit.
This provides flexibility for those who cannot stay for the meal on Nov 11.
Zoo Atlanta
Free Admission
Free admission for all active-duty, reserves, veterans, and retired U.S. Armed Forces members.
This is a year-round offer, not limited to Veterans Day. Regular admission applies to family.
Six Flags Over Georgia
Discounted Tickets (from $19.99) & Passes
Discounted single-day tickets and season passes for active and retired military and first responders.
Must verify status and purchase online via ID.me. Not available at the front gate.
Twin Peaks
20% Off Food
Offers a daily discount on food purchases for military veterans and first responders.
Confirmed in a 2025 press release. Cobb Co. location in Kennesaw.
Bonefish Grill
10% Off Entire Check
"Heroes Discount" is offered to all service members, veterans, and first responders.
Excludes alcohol, gift cards, gratuity, and taxes.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
10% Off Entire Check
"Heroes Discount" is offered to all servicemen and women, military personnel, and their families.
Excludes alcohol, gift cards, and taxes.
Outback Steakhouse
10% Off Entire Check
"HEROES discount" is offered to all service members, veterans, police, firefighters, and first responders.
Applies to the entire check, excluding alcohol and applicable taxes.
Whataburger
Free 16-oz Coffee (Hot or Iced)
A year-round offer of a free coffee for veterans and active-duty military members.
Offer is valid for in-restaurant orders only.
Taqueria Tsunami
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Offers a military discount to service members.
Confirmed at Marietta and Woodstock (Outlet) locations. Value not specified online.
Lowe's
10% Off
10% Everyday Military Discount on most full-price items.
Must enroll via ID.me. Once enrolled, present photo ID at checkout or use online. No annual max discount.
The Home Depot
10% Off
10% Military Discount on eligible purchases.
Must register via SheerID. Must use the Home Depot App (Virtual ID) or linked account online.
Adidas
30% Off (Online/In-Store) / 15% Off (Factory Outlets)
Exclusive discount for military members.
Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. The 15% Factory Outlet discount applies.
Under Armour
20% Off (Brand House) / 10% Off (Factory House)
Offers a discount to military, first responders, and teachers.
Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. The 10% Factory House discount applies.
Nike
10% Off
10% discount for all active, reservist, veteran, and retired US military personnel.
Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta.
Levi's
15% Off
15% discount for first responders, medical professionals, and military community.
Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta.
Columbia Sportswear
20% Off
Offers an "everyday discount" for active & retired military, first responders, and teachers.
Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta.
Sleep Number
10% Off
Exclusive mattress and bedding discounts for active military and veterans.
Can be combined with other offers.
The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta (Other Stores)
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A large list of other stores at the Woodstock outlet mall offer a military discount.
Includes: 50 East Shoes, American Eagle, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Buckle, Cole Haan, Converse, Crocs, Eddie Bauer, Gap, Guess, Jockey, Kate Spade, Le Creuset, New Balance, Polo Ralph Lauren, Puma, Samsonite, Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans, Vineyard Vines, Yankee Candle, and more.
Applebee's (Day-Of)
Free Meal
Free full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu.
Dine-in only. Also provides a $5 Bounce Back Card (See Bounce-Back section).
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) (Day-Of)
Free Meal & Drink
Free entrée and non-alcoholic beverage from a select Veterans Day menu.
Dine-in only. Also provides a BOGO Bounce Back coupon (See Bounce-Back section).
Chili's
Free Meal
Free meal for all veterans & active military members from a select menu.
In-restaurant only.
Chicken Salad Chick
Free Meal & Drink
Free "Chick Meal" and a regular-size drink. (10 AM - 8 PM)
Dine-in or drive-thru only. Excludes signature sandwiches.
Golden Corral
Free Buffet Meal
Military Appreciation Night. Free buffet meal and beverage. (4 PM - Close)
For anyone who has served in the U.S. Military. Dine-in only.
Denny's
Free Grand Slam
Free Original Grand Slam breakfast for active and retired military. (5 AM - Noon)
Dine-in only.
Cracker Barrel
Free Pancake Special
Free Sunrise Pancake Special (two pancakes, eggs or breakfast meat).
Dine-in only. Available all day while supplies last.
Twin Peaks (Day-Of)
Free Lunch
Free lunch from a select menu. (11 AM - 3 PM)
Cobb Co. location in Kennesaw. Also has 20% year-round offer.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
Free Burger & Side
Free All-American burger with cheese and a classic side. (11 AM - 3 PM)
Dine-in only.
Chipotle
BOGO Entrée
Buy-one-get-one-free (BOGO) entrée. (4 PM - 8 PM)
In-restaurant only.
Logan's Roadhouse
Free Meal
Free meal from the Veterans Day menu. (11 AM - 3 PM)
Lazy Dog Restaurants
Free Entrée & Dessert
Complimentary Fireside Favorite entrée (e.g., Fried Chicken Dinner) plus a S'more Brownie Sundae.
Starbucks
Free Tall Coffee
Free tall (12-ounce) brewed coffee (hot or iced).
Offer also extended to military spouses.
Another Broken Egg Cafe
Free French Toast & Coffee
Complimentary Patriot French Toast and Barista House Blend Coffee.
Dine-in only.
Bob Evans
Free Meal
Free meal from a special menu of 10 homestyle favorites.
Dine-in only.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Free Wings & Fries
Free order of 10 Boneless Wings and fries.
Dine-in or takeout.
IHOP
Free Pancake Combo
Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo. (7 AM - 7 PM)
Dine-in only at participating locations.
CentraArchy Restaurants (incl. Joey D's Oak Room, New York Prime)
50% Off Entrée
Any entrée from the full menu at half price.
Includes Atlanta locations Joey D's Oak Room and New York Prime.
Connors Steak & Seafood
50% Off Entrée
50% off a lunch or dinner entrée for veterans and active service members.
Dine-in only.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
25% Off Meal
25% off meals for veterans dining in.
Location on Cobb Parkway.
Pochino's Italian
25% Off Bill
25% off the full bill for active-duty military and retired veterans. (11 AM - 9 PM)
Location in Kennesaw. Dine-in and takeout.
Famous Dave's
Free Pork Sandwich & Side
Complimentary Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich with one side.
Dine-in, To-Go, or Online Order.
Shoney's
Free Breakfast Bar
Vets and active military eat free from the breakfast fresh food bar. (Open - 11 AM)
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Free Entrance
Entrance fees are waived for all visitors.
This is one of the National Park Service's fee-free days, open to the public.
Sport Clips
Free Haircut
Free haircuts for veterans and active-duty servicemembers.
Participating locations only.
Grace for Vets
Free Car Wash
Free car wash at participating car wash locations.
Find participating locations at graceforvets.org.
Grunt Style (Outlet Shoppes)
20% Off + Extra 10% Off
Veterans Day Sale (20% off) plus an additional 10% off for veterans and active military.
This is a multi-day sale (Nov 6 - Nov 11) concluding on Veterans Day.
Walgreens
20% Off
20% off eligible regular-price items.
In-store only. Valid Nov 8 - Nov 11.
📊 A Strategic & Verified Analysis of 2025 Veteran & Military Offers
This report provides a comprehensive, verified database of veteran and military discounts, freebies, and events for the Cobb County, Georgia, area for the 2025 season. The primary objective is to identify and validate offers that extend beyond the November 11 holiday, providing a strategic framework for maximizing value and planning a commemorative experience.
The analysis of 2025's local event schedules and corporate promotions reveals three critical findings that should form the basis of any planning.
A. Core Finding: The "Two Veterans Days" Strategic Split
A detailed review of the 2025 event calendar for Cobb County and the surrounding area shows a clear scheduling dichotomy. This separation should not be viewed as a conflict but as a distinct strategic opportunity, effectively creating two separate "Veterans Days."
- The "Commemorative Day" (Saturday, November 8, 2025): The region's largest public-facing commemorative events are scheduled for the Saturday before the federal holiday. This includes the 21st Annual Marietta Veterans Day Parade (10:40 AM), a "Salute to Service" Car Show in Woodstock, and the major regional Georgia Veterans Day Parade in Midtown Atlanta.
- The "Benefits & Ceremonial Day" (Tuesday, November 11, 2025): This is the federal holiday. While larger parades are absent, this day is dedicated to local ceremonies and is the exclusive date for nearly all "day-of" free meals and retail offers. Local Cobb County events include the Smyrna Veterans Day Ceremony (11:00 AM) and the Woodstock Veterans Day Ceremony (6:00 PM).
This split allows for an optimal two-part plan: veterans can attend the large-scale, public parade and commemorative events in Marietta on Saturday without having to choose between that and the benefits, free meals, and more intimate local ceremonies taking place on Tuesday.
B. The Superior Value of "Bounce-Back" and Year-Round Offers
While "day-of" free meals are a significant gesture, they are operationally one-time, high-volume, and often crowded. A deeper analysis reveals that two other categories of offers provide significantly greater and more flexible value.
- "Bounce-Back" Offers (The "Voucher Stack"): A prominent trend among national chains is the shift from a "day-of" free meal to a "day-of" voucher. This provides the veteran with a more relaxed, higher-quality dining experience by avoiding the holiday rush.
- Best-in-Class: The Texas Roadhouse offer is the most valuable, providing a voucher on Nov 11 that is redeemable for a free meal at any point until May 30, 2026.
- Strategic Deployment: A veteran and their guest can visit multiple locations on November 11 (e.g., Texas Roadhouse, Freddy's, Bubba's 33) solely to "harvest" these vouchers, have one primary sit-down meal, and then effectively have multiple, pre-paid "Veterans Days" to enjoy throughout 2025 and 2026.
- Year-Round Offers: These represent the most significant, compounding financial value. A 10% discount at Lowe's or The Home Depot, 20% off food at Twin Peaks, or 30% off at Adidas will provide exponentially more value over the year than any single free meal.
C. Analyst's Recommendation: The "Verification Gauntlet" Prerequisite
A critical, non-obvious prerequisite has become standard for most high-value, year-round retail discounts. The traditional method of "showing a military ID" at checkout is being phased out in favor of online, third-party verification portals.
- ID.me: Required for Lowe's, Six Flags, Adidas, Columbia Sportswear, Under Armour, and U.S. Polo Assn.
- SheerID: The gateway for The Home Depot, Nike, and Levi's.
Recommendation: All veterans intending to use these discounts should create verified accounts with both ID.me and SheerID in advance. Failure to pre-register will result in the inability to access these discounts.
🗓️ 2025 Cobb County Area Veterans Day Events
Marietta Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
The 21st annual parade, hosted by American Legion Post 29, travels down Roswell St to the Square. A ceremony follows in Glover Park with speakers, a gun salute, and Taps.
Salute to Service- Veterans Day Car Show
A car show scheduled for the same day as the major local parades.
Georgia Veterans Day Parade
The major regional parade, held in Atlanta.
Smyrna Veterans Day Ceremony
The annual community ceremony at the Veterans Memorial next to City Hall.
Woodstock Veterans Day Ceremony
The annual evening ceremony. Note: This event was moved indoors from the Park at City Center due to cold weather.
📚 Source Verification Log
- 11Alive (WXIA-TV)
- Adidas (Discount Programs)
- AJC (AJC.com)
- Applebee's (News)
- Applebee's (Veterans Day)
- Atlanta on the Cheap
- Bonefish Grill (Specials)
- Bubba's 33
- Business Wire (CPK)
- California Pizza Kitchen (CPK)
- Carrabba's (Offers)
- CentraArchy Restaurants
- Chicken Salad Chick (Support)
- Chili's (Events)
- Columbia (Discount Programs)
- Eventbrite (Car Show)
- Fox 5 Atlanta
- Franchising.com (O'Charley's)
- Freddy's
- Georgia Veterans Day Assn.
- The Home Depot (Military)
- The Home Depot (Corporate)
- Levi's (SheerID)
- Logan's Roadhouse
- Lowe's (Military)
- City of Marietta (Gov)
- Marietta.com
- Military.com (Discounts)
- Military.com (Freddy's)
- Military.com (Texas Roadhouse)
- Military.com (Whataburger)
- The Military Wallet (Outback)
- The Military Wallet (Texas Roadhouse)
- The Military Wallet (Veterans Day)
- National Park Service (NPS)
- Nike (Military Discount)
- The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta
- The Outlet Shoppes (Grunt Style)
- PR Newswire (Freddy's)
- Six Flags Over Georgia
- Sleep Number (Military)
- City of Smyrna (Gov)
- Twin Peaks (IR News)
- Under Armour (Help)
- American Legion
- WSB Radio
- Zoo Atlanta (Tickets)
- Zoo Atlanta (Press Release)