This Veterans Day, local businesses are showing their appreciation for active-duty, retired, and veteran military members with special deals and discounts.
In observance of Veterans Day, the City of El Paso will close all administrative offices on Tuesday, November 11, to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country, but some local businesses and restaurants will keep their doors open and are welcoming Veterans to enjoy some freebies and deals on this Veteran’s Day!
Before heading out to take advantage of these Veteran’s Day deals, make sure to have your IDs on you because most offers require a valid military ID or other proof of service. It’s always a good idea to check with your local branch of a business to confirm their specific offer and participation.
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Here’s a roundup of what’s being offered around El Paso and Las Cruces:
Dining
Applebee’s: Free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.Chili’s: Free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day at participating locations for dine-in.Golden Corral: Free dinner for veterans on Veterans Day evening.McDonald’s: Free breakfast meal (Egg McMuffin combo) on Veterans Day for dine-in and drive-thru.Olive Garden: Free meal from a special Veterans Day menu for dine-in.Texas Roadhouse: Free meal from a special menu or a voucher for a future meal on Veterans Day.IHOP: Free short stack of pancakes from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Veterans Day. La Madeleine: Veterans dining at La Madeleine on Tuesday, Nov. 11 can enjoy a free entrée with valid military ID. This offer is dine-in only, so grab a seat and enjoy a fresh, delicious meal on the house.Chick-fil-A (El Paso & Las Cruces locations): Participating Chick-fil-A locations are honoring veterans, active-duty members, and their immediate families on Nov. 11with a free entrée. Options include the Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, or 8-count Chick-fil-A Nuggets. Don’t forget to show your valid military ID to redeem the offer.Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: On Nov. 10 and 11, all active, retired, and veteran military members can enjoy 25% off their meal at any Grimaldi’s location with valid military ID. It’s a perfect chance to grab a pizza night with family or friends.Texas Roadhouse: 16th Annual Texas-Size Thank You: On Tuesday, Nov. 11, Texas Roadhouse will distribute meal vouchers from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to veterans and active-duty members. Vouchers are valid through May 31, 2026, and can be redeemed for one of 10 entrees, including a 6-ounce sirloin with two sides and a drink of choice.
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Retail
Academy Sports + Outdoors: 10% off online and in-store purchases.Kohl’s: 30% off qualifying purchases.Rack Room Shoes: 20% off, also available to dependents.Samsung: 30% off.Target: 10% off two storewide purchases for verified military members through Target Circle.Walgreens: 20% off for veterans, active-duty military, and their families on Veterans Day weekend. 
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