Memorial Day is coming up on Monday, May 29 and we wanted to be sure you were aware of the various deals available both nationwide and in the Dayton area.

Just a reminder – Memorial Day is a day to remember those who have died in service to our country. While it’s obviously very worthwhile to thank all who have served, this day is not the same as Veterans Day which is in November.

That being said, there are plenty of freebies and deals available to active duty military as well as veterans, and even some for regular old folks.

Please leave a comment if you know of any others and we’ll add them to the list.

FOOD DEALS

Veterans and active military personnel can get a free Magnificent Seven at participating Perkins. Military ID or proof of service is required.

Hooters is giving out free meals for military members and veterans that include the choice of entrees such as wings, sandwiches, salads, and burgers.

Veterans and active military members can get a free lunch or dinner from McCormick & Schmick’s on Memorial Day, no purchase necessary.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill invites you to treat a hero to a free meal on Monday by offering  a free entree equal to or less than your purchase, for dine in only.

Outback Steakhouse is offering 15% off for military families through July 4th.

O’Charley’s has a BOGO for the military on Memorial Day.  Veterans and active military get a free entree from the $9.99er menu with the purchase of another meal

 

Fun Deals

Kings Island – free admission May 26th through May 29th for active military and retired. ID required. Can also buy admission at a special price of $32 for up to six family members at the park.

Score a free Annual Pass for free admission to National Parks nationwide. This freebie is offered year-round for current U.S. military and their dependents.

Shopping Deals

Lowe’s Home Improvement– 10 percent off for veterans and their families on military holiday weekends and every day for active military and families with ID.

Cabela’s Active military, retired military, active reserves and VA-recipient men and women receive a 5% discount every day, plus they have Hometown Heroes event dates each year.

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores- Military service members and eligible family members save 10% off your total purchase with proper ID.

Michaels- Present your military ID card at the register to save 15% off your entire purchase every day

Sam’s Club – Active military, veterans, military personnel and military spouses get a $15 or $25 gift card when joining or renewing their membership through July 31st.

Yankee Candle – Active and retired military personnel receive a 10% discount every day on every purchase.