Their Courage. Our Thanks.
This Veterans Day in Utah, we proudly honor the service and sacrifice of our military veterans and active-duty personnel by joining with dozens of Utah-based companies to offer free or discounted services as a token of gratitude. From local businesses giving complimentary coffee to larger chains offering free meals or special discounts, it’s our community’s way of saying “Thank you for your service.”
In addition, a full list of Veterans Day events across Utah — including times and locations — will be available to help you find ceremonies, parades, and community gatherings near you. Whether you’re a veteran yourself or you know someone who is, explore the events and offers available across the state — from Northern to Southern Utah — and take part in a day dedicated to honor, community, and gratitude.
Free Community Events
Free or Discounted Services
Free Community Events
- William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home Program
When: Friday, November 7th @ 10:30 am
Location: 700 S. Foothill Drive, Salt Lake City, UT, 84113
- Veterans Appreciation Event
When: Friday, November 7th from 4:00 - 6:00pm
Location: Layton Hills Mall | Center Court
- Southern Utah Veterans Home Program
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 1:30 pm
Location: 160 North 200 E Street, Ivins, UT 84738
- George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home Program
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:00 am
Location: 1102 North 1200 West, Ogden, UT 84404
- Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home Program
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:00 am
Location: 1551 North Main St, Payson, UT 84651
- Capitol Hill Senior Living Community Veterans Day Program
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 2:30 pm
Location: 76 S. 500 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84102
- Utah Cultural Celebration Center, Veterans Day Dinner
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: 1337 W 3100 S, West Valley City, UT 84119
- Riverton's Veterans Day Program
When: Monday, November 10th @ 7:00 pm
Location: Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center
- Murray City Park Veterans Day Peace Walk
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 9:00 am
Location: Constitution Circle, Murray Park
- Veterans Day at Legacy House
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 3:00 pm
Location: Legacy House of Park Lane 547 N. Station Parkway, Farmington, UT
- Davis Technical College Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 12:00 pm
Location: 550 E 300 S, Kaysville, UT 84037
- American Legion Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:00 am
Location: 345 S Depot St, Clearfield, UT 84015
- Coffee with Vets @ Black Rifle Coffee -Layton
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 9:00 am
Location: 510 E Antelope Dr., Layton, UT 84041
- Granite School District Veterans Day Concert
When: Tuesday, November 10th @ 7:00 pm
Location: Tabernacle at Temple Square, Salt Lake City, UT
- Layton Veterans Parade and Honors Ceremony
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:11 am
Location: Layton Commons Park, Layton, UT
- Draper City Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:00 am
Location: Draper City Park, Draper, UT
- Washington City Veterans Day Celebration
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 11:00 am
Location: Veterans Park, Washington, UT
- BYU Wind Symphony for Heroes
When: Tuesday, November 11th @ 7:00 pm
Location: Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Free or Discounted Services
Local:
- Natural History Museum - Free admission for veterans and one guest, plus a 10% store discount
- Quick Quack Car Wash - Free Wash, and a 50% discount on the first month of an unlimited wash membership
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium - Free entry for veterans, military spouses, and immediate family members
- Utah's Hogle Zoo - Military appreciation day with special offers for active service members, veterans, & their families (only @ ticket window)
- National Park Service - Free park entrance for everyone on Veterans Day
- Taqueria 27 - Free meal Nov 11 + 25% all month
- HandleBar - One free entrée
- Jiffy Lube - All Jiffy Lubes in Utah are offering Veterans and Active-Duty military a Free Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change with Conventional oil tomorrow, on Veterans Day.
- Starbucks - Free 12 oz hot or cold coffee
- Fellas Barber Shop - Veterans get a free haircut with a $5 raffle benefiting Utah Veterans Alliance, Following the Flag, and Warrior Revival
- Great Clips - Get a free haircut or a free haircut card for a future visit on Nov. 11th to Great Clips.
- Sports Clips - Free haircuts for veterans with a $2 donation for every other haircut service they provide as part of their "Help a Hero fundraiser."
- Applebee's: Free meal from select menu items.
- Cafe Rio: Always 25% off for veterans on Tuesdays through Sundays. On Veterans Day, it is usually 50% off.
- California Pizza Kitchen: Complimentary entree and drink from a Veterans Day menu.
- Chili's: Complimentary entree.
- Cracker Barrel: Free Sunrise Pancake Special.
- Denny's: Free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. at participating locations.
- Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Free pulled pork classic sandwich.
- Golden Corral: Free "thank you" meal for Military Appreciation Night, 4 p.m. to close.
- IHOP: Free red, white and blue pancakes.
- In-N-Out Burger: Complimentary meal (burger, fries, drink) plus a Veterans Day decal.
- Krispy Kreme: Free small hot or iced coffee and any donut.
- Little Caesars: Free hot-n-ready lunch combo (four slices of pizza and a Pepsi drink).
- Olive Garden: One free meal from a special Veterans Day menu.
- Red Robin: Free Red's Big Tavern burger, bottomless steak fries and lemonade.
- Texas Roadhouse: Free meal voucher given 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Use by May 30, 2026.
Nationwide:
The following list features the most popular national restaurant chains that offer free meals on Veterans Day.
>>CLICK HERE FOR THE VERIFIED LIST
*Proof of Military Service
Most companies require some form of military ID or proof of military service. These include:
- A Military ID Card (active/reserve/retired)
- VA-issued Veterans ID Card or a VA Health Care ID card
- Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
- Driver's License with Veterans Designation
- Photograph in uniform, wearing your uniform (if your service permits)
- Veterans Organization Card (e.g., American Legion and VFW)
- DD214, other discharge paperwork, or another form of identification
- Other restaurants and companies may go by the honor system.