KEY TAKEAWAYS Veterans Day 2026 falls on Wednesday, November 11. Most free-meal offers run that day only, at participating locations, and almost all are dine-in. As of October 20, 2026, two national chains have posted 2026 offers on their own sites: Chili's (free meal from a limited dine-in menu) and Golden Corral (free dinner, 4 p.m. to close). Most chains announce in the … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts 2026: Confirmed Offers and Last Year’s List