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Looking for Veterans Day travel and recreation military discounts for 2024? This list will be updated regularly as new discounts come in.
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2024 Veterans Day Travel and Recreation Discounts:
The following is a list of Veterans Day discounts offered for travel and recreation in 2024.
9/11 Memorial and Museum -- Throughout Salute to Service -- November 7 through 11 -- active and retired U.S. military, veterans, Blue & Gold Star families get free admission.
Akron Zoo -- Veterans receive free admission with a valid military ID, and immediate family members receive 50% off admission on November 11.
Aquarium of the Pacific -- Veterans and active-duty military personnel get free admission on November 11.
Arizona State Parks -- Veterans, active-duty military, and National Guard service members get free entrance on November 11.
Army Corp of Engineers Recreation Areas -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will waive day use fees at its recreation areas nationwide November 11.
Beaches Resorts -- From November 1 to 16, Beaches Resorts offers active and retired military members, including the Reserve and the National Guard, a 15% discount on top of all special promotions.
Birmingham Zoo --Veterans, active and retired military, including their dependents (up to six), receive free admission on November 11.
Boardwalk Inn & Suites -- From November 1 through 30, book your stay and receive 35% off for travel anytime through December 2025.
Capital Wheel -- Active and retired military can experience The Capital Wheel for free on November 11 with a valid military ID.
Cincinnati Zoo -- All members of the military will receive free admission on November 11. The offer also allows military personnel to purchase up to six half-price admission tickets for members of their immediate family.
Colonial Williamsburg -- Colonial Williamsburg is offering free admission November 8 through 11 to active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum -- Active-duty and retired military get free admission on November 11. The Museum will also extend free admission for up to three immediate family members.
Dave & Buster's -- Veterans get a free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid veterans ID card on November 11.
Diplomat Beach Resort -- This November, The Diplomat Beach Resort offers all active, reserve, and retired service members and their families exclusive perks. Enjoy a special discounted stay and a welcome bag upon arrival, filled with local favorites like Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi tickets, in-house pastries, a branded water bottle, and discounts of 20% off Kids' Club services and 25% off poolside cabanas. Offer valid for stays from November 1 to November 30.
Durham Museum -- Veterans and their immediate family enjoy complimentary admission all weekend long in observance of Veterans Day. Veterans can also enjoy a free hot dog meal at the Soda Fountain both days.
Frontier Airlines -- Active and retired military and their loved ones receive 50% off base fares through October 27 with promo code VETS while booking travel through December 18, 2024. Frontier is also inviting veterans and active-duty service members to share their stories about what being a veteran means to them. Ten random entries will be awarded two $250 Frontier flight vouchers.
Gilroy Gardens -- Military get in free November 9 through 11 and can also purchase up to 6 additional guest tickets for just $20 each (must show valid ID at front gate).
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden -- Veterans get complimentary general admission on November 9 from 9am to 4pm.
Hagley Museum and Library -- Current military members, veterans, and their families get free admission on November 9.
Harley-Davidson Museum -- From November 9 to 11, all active-duty military, veterans, and their families can enjoy complimentary admission. And on Veterans Day (November 11), veterans and active military personnel can enjoy one complimentary meal at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant (up to $12.95 with the purchase of a beverage).
Killington Resort -- Active-duty, retired and honorably discharged members of the military receive a free lift ticket on November 11.
Knott's Berry Farm -- Active-duty military and veterans receive discounted admission for themselves and up to 5 guests during Military Tribute Days, November 4 through 21 and December 2 through 12. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Knott’s Berry Farm ticket booths.
La Quinta by Wyndham -- Eligible military members enjoy 12% off Best Available Rate at participating La Quinta by Wyndham hotels across the U.S and Canada. Plus, in honor of Veterans Day, Wyndham Rewards members receive 1,000 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 6 and completed by December 31, 2024.
Main Event -- On November 11, active-duty military and veterans get a free double cheeseburger and 30 minute Fun Card with ID.
Montgomery Zoo -- Veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their dependent family members receive a 50% discount on regular daytime admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum, November 10 through 16.
Monticello -- Veterans get complimentary admission November 9 through 11.
Montpelier -- Military service members and their families get a free one-day property pass to the grounds, as well as a free “Highlights of Montpelier” tour to service members on November 11 with a valid military ID.
Mount Vernon -- All active-duty, former, or retired military personnel are admitted for free on November 11.
Museum of the Bible -- Veterans and active-duty service members, as well as their spouses and children, get free admission with valid ID presented at the Ticketing counter November 11 through 17. This offer cannot be reserved online.
Nashville Zoo -- Active-duty military personnel, veterans and their immediate families receive free admission on November 10. Advance reservations are not required.
Natural History Museum of Utah -- From November 9 through 11, veterans plus one additional guest each get free admission. Veterans will also receive 10% off any purchase made at the Museum Store.
National Parks -- On November 11, get free admission to all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee.
National WWI Museum and Memorial -- Admission is free for veterans and active-duty military personnel, November 8 through 11.
NEW Zoo & Adventure Park -- Veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their immediate families get free zoo admission on November 11.
North Carolina Zoo -- Military personnel, veterans, and their spouses get free admission November 9 through 15. This includes free admission for up to three additional accompanying guests.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park -- Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy the wonder of Northwest Trek for free November 9 through 11. Immediate family members receive half-off general admission. Visit the admission window. Offer is not valid on online purchases.
NY Waterway -- Active-duty military and veterans ride the ferry for free on November 11.
Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden -- From November 1 through 14, active duty, retired, and veteran members of the military, National Guard and Reserves receive free general Zoo admission, and special discounts while in the park. Military members will also receive 50% off of general Zoo admission for up to four immediate family members on date of visit. Valid military ID is required.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium -- Veterans and active-duty service members get free admission November 9 through 11. Immediate family members receive half-off general admission. Offer is valid at Zoo admission window and not valid on online purchases.
Pro Football Hall of Fame -- Veterans plus one guest get free admission to the Veterans Day Event & Expo on November 11. A 20% off discount in the Hall of Fame Store will also be offered.
Queen Mary -- Veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families get free admission on November 11 from 10 am to 6 pm.
Red Roof -- Members of the military, veterans and their families receive 15% off their visit at any Red Roof Inn, Red Roof PLUS+, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof or The Red Collection property when they book and stay from October 11 through November 14.
San Antonio Zoo -- Active-duty, retired, veteran members of the military, National Guard and Reserves get free admission throughout November. Plus, up to four immediate family members can receive 50% off single day tickets on date of visit.
Sandals Resorts -- From now to November 16, Sandals Resorts offers active and retired military members, including the Reserve and the National Guard, a 15% discount on top of all special promotions.
Sedgwick County Zoo -- Active-duty military, veterans and their immediate families get complimentary Zoo admission on November 11.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom -- Veterans and active-duty military personnel will be given complimentary park admission with valid military ID, November 9 through 11. Family and friends receive discounted admission (up to four). All redemptions will take place at the front gate.
St. Louis Wheel -- Veterans and active-duty military ride for free on November 11.
Super 8 by Wyndham -- Eligible armed forces members can save 15% on Best Available Rate at participating Super 8 by Wyndham hotels in the U.S. and Canada. Plus, for a limited time, Wyndham Rewards members receive 1,000 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 6 and completed by December 31, 2024.
USS Constitution Museum -- Veterans get special veterans-only tours of the Ship, and military families get free admission, November 9 through 11.
Winchester Mystery House -- Veterans and their family members get 30% off for Winchester Mystery House Daily Estate Tour Tickets, November 1 through December 31. Must buy at box office and show valid military ID.
Woodland Park Zoo -- Active, retired, reserve, and veteran U.S. military personnel and one guest get free admission on November 11. In addition, up to six family members accompanying heroes with valid ID will receive $3 off admission on Veterans Day.
World of Coca-Cola -- Military members can purchase up to 4 general admission tickets for 50% off for their friends and family November 1 to 11. Use promo code VETS2024 at check out. Military ID must be presented upon entry.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts -- Eligible military members can enjoy everyday savings of up to 15% off our Best Available Rate at participating hotels across the U.S. and Canada. Plus, for a limited time, Wyndham Rewards members receive 1,000 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 6 and completed by December 31, 2024.
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