November 11th is Veterans Day, and we want to show our appreciation for veterans and active military members! From parades to free meals, we’ve rounded up all the ways veterans are being celebrated in DFW. Make your plans now!
Updated November 2023
DFW Veterans Day Events
image courtesy of Dallas Veterans Association
Dallas Veterans Day Parade
Celebrate both active military and veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11th! Military vehicles and equipment, veterans organizations, and civic and corporate displays will be available for viewing at 9:30 AM before the parade. Then, the celebration will begin at 11am, with a massing of the colors and the 11th-hour ceremony in front of City Hall. After the ceremony, the parade will start at Reunion Arena and proceed down the streets of Downtown Dallas.
Downtown | Directions
Veterans Day Workout & Social
Head to Klyde Warren Park on Veterans Day for a free Hero workout, hosted by Adaptive Training Foundation! Participants can sign up with sign up with Carry the Load to honor a veteran and wear their name during the workout! After the workout, enjoy a social hour with local groups like Patriot Paws, an organization that helps train service dogs for those who have served!
Uptown | Directions
Tarrant County Veterans Day Parade
Join Fort Worth in celebrating local heroes! The parade starts at Panther Island Pavilion and will go along Clear Fork then back to Panther Island. Texas Christian University's military involvement will be honored too, along with TCU alum and Medal of Honor recipient Maj. Horace S. Carswell, Jr.
Fort Worth | Directions
Veterans Day Deals
III Forks
This American steakhouse is offering veterans a free entree for up to $60 on November 11th. Items under $60 include filet mignon, steak frites, pork chop, salmon, burgers, and more! The restaurant will also have a "Missing Warrior Table", a thought-provoking display representing our fallen soldiers.
Frisco | Directions
Bar Louie
Burgers at Bar Louie are free for veterans and active military on November 11th! Their craft burgers have some unique flavors, and pair great with any of their cocktails, wines, or beers!
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Black Rifle Coffee
Support this Veteran-founded and operated company year-round, but especially on Veterans Day! Black Rifle is committed to hiring 10,000 Veterans to provide opportunities to the military community, and also help service members transition from the military to entrepreneurship. Grab a coffee or shop their Veteran’s Day collection featuring jackets, t-shirts, patches, and ground coffees.
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El Fenix
Vets can enjoy free Tex-Mex at this DFW staple spot! All day November 11th, enjoy a free enchilada or taco plate with your choice of filling, like cheese, chicken, or beef! All plates also come with rice and beans, plus chips and salsa of course!
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Fish City Grill
This Cajun seafood spot is offering veterans a free entrée, up to a $25.99 value! Menu items like Po Boys, shrimp and grits, fish sandwiches, and more are included in this offer.
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Legacy Hall
Veterans and active duty military members can pick up a $5 "Hall Pass" to redeem at any of the dining options there! This food hall offers over a dozen food and drink concepts, featuring all types of cuisine, so there's something for everyone!
Plano | Directions
Lucky’s Cafe
For the veterans who love Southern cooking, Lucky’s is offering a free entree up to $20. Luckily, most of their entrees are under $20, so you’ll have plenty to choose from! We love their chicken fried steak, pot roast, and burgers.
Oak Lawn | Directions
Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse
Veterans can enjoy a free full-sized entree for dine-in or take-out! This spot has great pizzas and wings, and a large craft beer selection.
Multiple locations | Directions
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
You know and love their pork chops, and this Veterans Day active or former military members can enjoy one for free! Bring a guest and purchase a dinner entree on November 10th for a free dinner pork chop, or stop by for lunch on November 11th for a free lunch pork chop.
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Plucker’s
Veterans and active military can stop by any of Plucker’s locations in DFW for a free meal! We love their chicken wings, in fact, they even made it on our Best Wings in Dallas list!
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PXG Dallas
Founded by a veteran and Purple Heart recipient, this golf apparel store gives discounts to veterans year-round! In addition to their year-round PXG For Heroes program, they're offering an additional discount! Until November 15th, heroes can take advantage of an even deeper discount, enjoying 40% off on apparel and accessories.
Plano | Directions
Rakkasan Tea Company
This veteran-owned tea spot is one worth supporting! The name Rakkasan came from co-founders Brandon Friedman and Terrence Kamauf, and was the nickname of their unit in the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division. They often drank tea provided by locals overseas, and decided to open this tea shop to highlight and support post-combat economies. Check them out for ethically sourced teas from all over the world!
East Dallas | Directions
The Rustic
One of our favorites for live music and outdoor dining is offering a free Rustic burger to all active and retired military members!
Uptown | Directions
Shell Shack
All Shell Shack locations are buying veterans lunch! From 11am to 4pm this Friday, any active or retired military are offered a free shrimp basket when dining at any Shell Shack location. Not available for to go and delivery.
Knox-Henderson & Mesquite | Directions
Sidecar Social
If you’re in the mood for an upbeat night, head to Sidecar Social for a free entree up to $14! Menu items like burgers, sandwiches, salads, and even mac and cheese are included in this deal.
Addison | Directions
Snuffer’s
This old-school spot is serving up free burgers or sandwiches to veterans and active military members who dine in! Don't forget to get some cheddar fries too.
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