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LIST: Veterans Day 2024 deals and discounts in central Iowa

Many major chains and local business are honoring veterans and active-duty military members with specials deals and discounts on Veterans Day.

IOWA, USA — Monday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a day where people across the country will honor those who have served in the U.S. military. 

The federal holiday is connected to the end of World War I and wasn't officially called Veterans Day until 1954. 

Now, seventy years later, businesses are getting in on the action by giving back to millions of veterans through special deals and discounts. 

To take advantage of Monday's deals, all Iowans need to do is show a valid military ID or honorable discharge card for proof of service.

Here are some local restaurants and business where veterans and active servicemembers can find specials deals and discounts:

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Hy-Vee

All Hy-Vee stores will offer a free buffet-style breakfast as part of the annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, Nov. 11. The buffet will run from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Veterans and active-duty military members will also receive a 15% discount off their grocery purchases Monday.

Kum & Go

Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free coffee at all Kum & Go locations.

Casey's

On Nov. 11, Casey's is thanking service members and on-duty, uniformed first responders by offering a free any-size coffee or fountain drink.

Blank Park Zoo

From Nov. 9 to Nov. 11, the zoo will be offering free admission for active military members and veterans, as well as half-price admission for up to four guests.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Active and retired veterans can get free admission from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 9.

Taco John's

The chain Mexican restaurant will be offering a free small crispy beef taco combo meal for current and former military members.

Ziggi's Coffee

On Veteran’s Day, military members can receive a free 16-ounce beverage of their choice.

Fareway

On Nov. 11, Fareway is offering 15% off to all active or retired military personnel.

Scooters Coffee

Enjoy a free medium drink if you show a valid military ID.

Duck Donuts

All veterans and active military members can receive a free medium hot coffee or cold brew on Veterans Day. 

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National chains offering Veteran's Day discounts

Kohl's

On Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty military will receive 30% off their purchase, in-store only.

Applebee's

Veterans and active duty military personnel can receive a free meal from a select menu by dining in at a participating location on Nov. 11.

Chili's

The restaurant chain is offering free meals to veterans at participating restaurants. To redeem, just show a valid military ID. 

Denny's

 Veterans can get a free Original Grand Slam on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to noon by presenting their valid military ID or DD214. 

Dunkin'

 Want a donut? Dunkin' is offering active and retired military personnel a free donut on Nov. 11, with a limit of one per guest while supplies last. 

IHOP

The International House of Pancakes is celebrating Veterans Day by giving free Red White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo meals to any veterans who come in on Nov. 11 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. 

Little Caesars

Veterans can snag a free Lunch Combo, which includes four slices of deep dish pizza and a 20-oz drink, anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Nov. 11.

Qdoba

50% off entrees for veterans and active duty military at participating locations with military ID, dine-in only.  

Red Robin

The burger chain is offering veterans and active duty military members a complimentary "Red's Big Tavern Burger" and a bottomless side when dining at participating restaurants on Nov. 11. 

Starbucks

Veterans and military spouses can go to any participating Starbucks location on Nov. 11 for a free tall coffee, either brewed or iced. 

Wendy's

Veterans and active duty military personnel can get a free Breakfast Combo on Nov. 11 during the restaurant's breakfast hours at participating locations. 

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