POST 149 ADJUTANT | CYNDIE AUGUST

Hello fellow Legionnaires! 

VETFEST on 11/11/26 events around Escondido and at the post.  The parade starts at 0930 and events at the post start at 1100.

There are many discounts available for veterans-on-Veterans Day.    I have listed a few that are local to Escondido but for a full list please visit:

Veterans Day 2026: Discounts and Deals for Veterans and Service Members - California American Legion

Applebee's

Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free full-size entrée from a special menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only with proof of service.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Veterans and active-duty Service Members can receive 10 boneless wings and fries on Nov. 11 with valid ID.

Chick-fil-A

Veterans Day promotions vary by franchise. Veterans and Service Members should check with their local restaurant for 2026 participation.

Chili's

At Chili's, Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free dine-in meal on Nov. 11 from a special menu. Beverages and gratuity are not included.

Chipotle

Veterans and qualifying military members can receive a buy-one-get-one-free entrée during designated Veterans Day hours with valid military ID.

Claim Jumper

2026 deal not yet confirmed. In 2025, Veterans and active-duty Service Members received a free meal from a select Veterans Day menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only with proof of service.

Denny's

Veterans and active-duty military can receive a complimentary Veterans Day breakfast during designated morning hours.

Dunkin'

Veterans and active-duty military can receive one free doughnut on Nov. 11.

Farmer Boys

Veterans and active-duty military can purchase a Big Cheese Burger for $4 on Nov. 11 with proof of service and the Very Important Farmer app.

IHOP

Veterans can receive a free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo on Nov. 11 with pancakes, eggs, hash browns, and bacon or sausage.

In-N-Out Burger

Veterans, active-duty military, reservists, and National Guard members can receive a free burger, fries, and beverage on Nov. 11 with proof of service.

Krispy Kreme

Veterans can receive a free doughnut and small coffee on Nov. 11.

Olive Garden

Veterans can receive a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only.

Outback Steakhouse

Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free Aussie three-course meal Nov. 10-11 with military ID.

Raising Cane's

Veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and eligible family members receive 10% off year-round through the Hero Discount at Raising Cane's.

Red Lobster

Veterans, active-duty military, and reservists can receive a free Veteran's Shrimp & Chips meal on Nov. 11. Dine-in only with proof of service.

Round Table Pizza

Military members can receive 15% off Nov. 7-14 using code RTP321 for dine-in, carryout, or delivery.

SONIC Drive-In

2026 deal not yet announced. Previous Veterans Day promotions included half-price shakes for military guests.

Starbucks

Veterans, military members, and military spouses can receive a free tall hot or iced brewed coffee on Nov. 11.

Subway

Subway does not have a company-wide Veterans Day promotion, but some franchises may provide military discounts on Nov. 11.

Texas Roadhouse

Veterans and military members can receive a complimentary meal voucher on Nov. 11. Distribution and redemption dates vary by restaurant.

TGI Fridays

Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free meal from a special menu on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dine-in only with military ID.

Wendy's

Veterans and qualifying military members can receive a free Veterans Day breakfast combo during breakfast hours at participating restaurants.