Across Colorado

• Cobblestone Car Wash. Free Polish & Shine wash for veterans and active-duty military at Colorado locations on Nov. 11, weather permitting. The Sheridan location at Santa Fe Drive and Oxford Avenue offers a free full-service wash. See the Colorado location directory for addresses.

 

• Colorado State Parks. Free park entry for veterans, active-duty military and National Guard members with proof of service on Nov. 11, 2026. Metro options include Chatfield, Cherry Creek and Roxborough. Other fees may apply.

 

• Grace For Vets. Free car wash on Nov. 11 for veterans and current military at participating washes. Search the directory and confirm with the specific wash.

 

• National Park Service. On Nov. 11, entrance fees are waived for U.S. citizens and residents at fee-charging National Park Service sites, including Rocky Mountain National Park. Reservation and other fees may still apply.

 

Lone Tree

• Blue Island Oyster Bar & Seafood. Lone Tree and Denver’s Cherry Creek. Veterans get an entrée up to $40 and a nonalcoholic drink, excluding mocktails. Bring military ID. 

 

• Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille. Nov. 11, 4 p.m. to close. With a reservation and proof of service, active or former military can get a free dinner-cut pork chop when an accompanying guest buys a full-price dinner entrée. Veterans dining alone or together can get the chop half off. A separate $39 three-course military menu is available. Dine-in.

 

Littleton

• The Melting Pot. 2707 W. Main St. Veterans get a complimentary four-course meal with purchase of another regular-price four-course meal. Military ID required. Tax, tip and 3% service charge are separate.

 

• Tommy’s Express Car Wash. 3006 W. County Line Rd., Littleton mailing address. Veterans and active-duty military get a free wash at participating sites. Use the cashier lane and show proof of service. 

 

Aurora

• Golden Corral. Aurora, Sheridan and Thornton. Free Military Appreciation buffet and beverage from 4 p.m. to close for those who have served, including current military, retirees, Guard and Reserve. Dine-in. Guests pay regular prices.

 

• Harmony Community. Free grab-and-go breakfast for veterans in the Harmony community, 10 a.m.–noon, at The Commons Community Center, 399 S. Trussville St., Unit A. Use the registration link on the event page.

 

• Paris Baguette. Free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase for veterans, active-duty military and their families, per local reporting. Aurora’s shop is at 10601 E. Garden Dr., Suite 105. Call to confirm participation.

 

• Pilot and Flying J. Aurora and other area travel centers, including Brighton and Hudson. Veterans and active-duty military can claim a free sandwich and coffee or fountain drink in the Pilot app after ID.me verification. Participating sites.

 

• The Rendezvous at Heather Gardens. 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way. Veterans pay $8 for breakfast-for-dinner, 5–8 p.m. Other guests pay $11–$16. Reservations required at 720-282-3443.

 

• Veterans Canteen Service. On Nov. 10 in the morning, veterans can get a free breakfast combo at PatriotCafé and free brewed value coffee at PatriotBrew. The VA directory lists both at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora. 

 

Denver

• Ash and Agave. Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Veterans get an entrée up to $35 and a nonalcoholic drink, excluding mocktails. 

 

• Bombshells Restaurant & Bar. 1400 Arapahoe St. Veterans and active-duty military get a free appetizer, entrée and dessert. Accompanying family gets 20% off food. Soft drinks and alcohol excluded. Dine-in with military ID.

 

• Dave & Buster’s. Denver and Westminster have locations. At participating branches, veterans and active-duty military with proof of service can get eligible unlimited gameplay and/or a dessert with purchase of a qualifying entrée. 

 

• Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance. Nov. 11 is a free community day open to everyone. Advance timed ticket required. No walk-ups.

 

• Hopdoddy Burger Bar. Denver’s Union Station and 9th & Colorado locations. Free Classic Burger or Classic Burger with Cheese for veterans and active-duty military, with proof of service. Dine-in.

 

• Jiffy Lube. Free conventional oil change with up to five quarts of oil and shop supplies for veterans and military personnel at participating Denver-area franchise shops. Bring proof of service and confirm your shop is on the offer list. 

 

• Rodizio Grill. Downtown Denver. Nov. 9–12, veterans get a free Full Rodizio meal with purchase of another adult Full Rodizio lunch or dinner. Proof of service required.

 

• Ruby Tuesday. Tower Road in Denver. Veterans, retirees, active-duty and Reserve members can get a free Everyday Fresh Meal with an entrée, Garden Bar and bottomless drink. Dine-in with proof of service. Airport locations are excluded. Confirm the Tower Road branch is participating.

 

• Salt Water Social. Cherry Creek. Nov. 9–11, veterans, active-duty military, reservists and Gold Star families get a select entrée with purchase of a starter. Dine-in with proof of eligibility. Tax and tip separate.

 

• Tamayo. 1400 Larimer St. Veterans get 10% off their total bill with military ID. Confirm locally before relying on this listing.

 

• Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum. 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Lowry. Free admission for veterans and active-duty military with valid military ID, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Show ID at check-in.

 

Lakewood

• Yard House. Colorado Mills in Lakewood, Park Meadows in Lone Tree and Denver Pavilions. Veterans and active-duty military get one free appetizer, dine-in. No purchase required. Ask your server at the branch. 

 

Castle Rock

• Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop. Veterans and active-duty military get a free small sub with any purchase. Show valid military ID in-shop. Area stores include Castle Rock, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch and Parker. 

 

• Town fireworks. Free public fireworks at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Launch site is Miller’s Landing off Plum Creek Parkway.

 

Highlands Ranch

• Keke’s Breakfast Cafe. Free Two Egg Classic Combo for veterans and active-duty military, 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m., at participating cafés. The Highlands Ranch café is at 1164 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr.

 

• Main Event. Highlands Ranch and Thornton. Veterans and active-duty military get a free double cheeseburger with fries and 30 minutes of eligible arcade play. Dine-in with military ID. One per person.

 

Englewood

• Broken Tee Golf Course. Englewood. Veterans with military ID get one free round on the championship or par-three course. Green fee only.

 

• Eddie Merlot’s. 10110 E. Dry Creek Rd., Englewood mailing address. Free prime cheeseburger and chips for veterans and active-duty military. 

 

Westminster

• Saltgrass Steak House. Westminster. Veterans and up to four guests get 20% off their dine-in meal.

 

• Westminster Golf. Legacy Ridge or Walnut Creek Golf Preserve. One free round for veterans and active military with valid ID. Cart costs extra.

 

Broomfield

• Scooter’s Coffee. Broomfield. Veterans and active-duty military get a free medium drink with valid military ID. Order in person.

 

Morrison

• Veterans Day Car Show. Free to watch the vehicle procession past The Lodge at Red Rocks. Participants meet at the Morrison Post Office at 9 a.m. and should RSVP. 

 

Brighton

• Brighton Elks Lodge. Nov. 9, 5–8 p.m. Brats for the Brave is free for veterans and active-duty military at 101 N. Main St. 

 

Golden

• Holidaily Brewing. First pint free with military ID, 2–9 p.m. at the Golden taproom, 801 Brickyard Circle, Unit B.

 

Parker

• Town fireworks. Free public fireworks at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Launch site is just northeast of Salisbury Park.

 

Greenwood Village

• Oliver’s Italian. 4950 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village. Veterans get an entrée up to $35 and a nonalcoholic drink, excluding mocktails. 

 

Sedalia

• Cherokee Ranch & Castle. Free Veterans Day tour for U.S. military veterans on Nov. 11, 10–11:30 a.m. Other guests pay $22. Reservations required at 303-688-5555.

 

Arvada

• Bonfire Burritos. Mile High on the Cheap reports a free burrito for veterans and active-duty military. The business lists shops in Arvada, Golden and Wheat Ridge. 

 

Grooming

• Floyd’s 99 Barbershop. Nov. 1–11, $10 off any haircut for veterans and active-duty military at participating shops.

 

• Great Clips. Free haircut on Nov. 11 for veterans and active-duty military, or pick up a free haircut card valid Nov. 12–Dec. 4. On Nov. 11, paying customers can also pick up a card to give to a veteran or service member.

 

• Sport Clips. Free haircut for veterans at participating locations. Check the participating-store link on the official campaign page before visiting.

 

Chain Food and Drink

• Applebee’s. Free full-size entrée from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military, including Guard and Reserve. Dine-in with proof of service.

 

• Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar. Free All-American Burger with cheese and a classic side for veterans and active-duty military, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Bring military ID.

 

• Bonefish Grill. Free Bang Bang Shrimp and nonalcoholic drink for veterans, active-duty military and their families. Dine-in with proof of service.

 

• Bubba’s 33. Free select lunch entrée for active, former or retired military until 4 p.m.. Bring proof of service.

 

• Buffalo Wild Wings. Free 10 boneless wings and fries for current and former military with proof of service. Dine-in at participating sports bars. Ask GO locations about walk-in redemption.

 

• Chili’s. Free select entrée for veterans and active-duty military at participating restaurants. Dine-in. Bring proof of service.

 

• Chipotle. Free regular chips and a dip with an in-person purchase of at least $5 for veterans and active-duty military with proof of service.

 

• Circle K. Free medium hot or iced coffee for veterans with valid military ID at participating stores. No purchase required.

 

• Cracker Barrel. Free Sunrise Pancake Special for veterans and active-duty military, dine-in with proof of service, while supplies last. Area options include Denver and Northglenn.

 

• Denny’s. Free Original Grand Slam for active, former and retired military, 5 a.m.–noon. Dine-in at participating locations. Bring proof of service.

 

• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. Free pulled pork sandwich for veterans and active-duty military. Check the participating shop and bring proof of service.

 

• Dog Haus. Free entrée for veterans who dine in and show proof of service. One per veteran at participating shops. 

 

• Dunkin’. Free doughnut for veterans and active-duty military at participating shops, while supplies last. Order in person.

 

• Einstein Bros. Bagels. Free coffee and bagel with shmear for veterans and active-duty military. Specialty drinks excluded. Check participating shops.

 

• Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Veterans and active-duty military can pick up a free combo meal card on Nov. 11 and redeem it through Nov. 25. Bring military ID. No purchase required.

 

• Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard. Free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo for veterans and active-duty service members. Check your branch. 

 

• IHOP. Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo for veterans and active-duty military at participating restaurants, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Dine-in with proof of service.

 

• In-N-Out Burger. Free burger, fries and drink for veterans, active-duty military, Reserve and National Guard. Bring proof of service.

 

• Little Caesars. Free pepperoni deep-dish lunch combo and a 20-ounce Pepsi product for veterans and active military, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. In-store at participating locations, while supplies last. Bring proof of service.

 

• Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt. First six ounces of frozen yogurt and toppings free for veterans and active-duty military. Check the local shop.

 

• MOD Pizza. 50% off a regular-size pizza or salad for veterans, active-duty military and spouses at participating shops. Bring proof of eligibility.

 

• Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom. Free meal from a select menu for veterans and active-duty military. Dine-in with proof of service at participating restaurants.

 

• Olive Garden. Free entrée from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military. Dine-in with proof of service. Check your branch.

 

• Outback Steakhouse. Nov. 10–11. Eligible current and former military get a free Bloomin’ Onion with a Coca-Cola beverage or eligible domestic draft beer. Dine-in or order takeout by phone at participating restaurants.

 

• Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse. Veterans and military members get a select meal and fountain drink, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Dine-in. The offer page lists Arvada, Castle Rock, Centennial, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Northglenn, Parker and Sheridan. Sliceria menu options vary.

 

• Perkins Restaurant & Bakery. Free Magnificent Seven breakfast for veterans and active-duty military. Check the participating location and bring proof of service. 

 

• Red Lobster. Free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp & Chips for veterans, active-duty military and reservists. Dine-in with proof of service. Area branches include Aurora, Littleton and Northglenn.

 

• Red Robin. Free Red’s Big Tavern Burger and bottomless steak fries for veterans and active-duty military. Dine-in at participating restaurants with proof of service. No purchase required.

 

• Shake Shack. Free single ShackBurger for veterans and active-duty military with proof of service. Order in person. No purchase required.

 

• Smashburger. VA News reports a free All-American Smashburger for veterans with ID at participating locations. 

 

• Smoothie King. Free 20-ounce smoothie for veterans and active-duty military, noon–3 p.m. Bring proof of service and confirm participation.

 

• Starbucks. Free tall hot or iced brewed coffee for veterans, military service members and spouses at participating stores. Cold brew, Nitro and customizations excluded.

 

• Taziki’s Mediterranean Café. Free grilled chicken gyro for eligible military guests at participating locations. Denver and Highlands Ranch have cafés. Bring proof of service.

 

• Teriyaki Madness. Free junior or regular bowl for veterans and active-duty military at participating shops. Show valid ID or wear uniform. Check the participation list.

 

• Texas Roadhouse. VA News reports a free meal offer at participating restaurants. Denver-area reporting lists meal voucher pickup from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. on Nov. 11 and redemption through May 31, 2027. Call your location to confirm pickup hours and terms. Bring proof of service.

 

• Torchy’s Tacos. Free taco and a regular fountain drink for veterans and active-duty military with proof of service. Order in store at participating locations.

 

• Twin Peaks. Free select entrée for veterans and active-duty military with valid military ID. Dine-in, all day.

 

• Wendy’s. Free Dave’s Single for veterans and active-duty military. Order in person or at the drive-through at participating locations. No purchase required.

 

• Ziggi’s Coffee. Free small drink of choice for veterans and active-duty military. Check with the participating shop and bring proof of service. 

 

Chain Retail

• King Soopers. 10% off qualifying in-store groceries and household purchases for veterans and active-duty military. Bring military ID. Exclusions apply.

 

• Kohl’s. VA News reports 30% off eligible in-store purchases Nov. 10–11 for military members, veterans and families with valid ID. Confirm the dates and exclusions with your store.

 

• Target. Nov. 5–11, 20% off one qualifying purchase for verified military members, veterans and their families through Target Circle. In-store or online. Exclusions apply.

 

• Tractor Supply. Verified Hometown Heroes members, including eligible military and veterans, get 10% off eligible purchases on Nov. 11. Check enrollment and exclusions.

 

• Walgreens. Nov. 8–11, 20% off eligible regular-price items in-store for veterans, active-duty military and immediate families. Use myWalgreens and show proof of service.