Veterans Day Events, Deals and Freebies Around Orlando
Veterans Day is coming up on Monday, November 11, 2024. To honor the men and women who have served our country, several places around Orlando are offering freebies and discounts as a way to say thank you.
Veterans Day Events in Orlando
City of Celebration Veterans Day Parade and Flag Ceremony
Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10:30 am
Lakeside Park
631 Sycamore St, Celebration, FL 34747
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Honor our veterans at the Veterans Day Parade and Flag Ceremony on Saturday, November 9!
10:30 AM – The parade starts at Lakeside Park, passing through Town Center, and ends at Founders Park.
11:00 AM – Veterans Day Flag Ceremony with special performances by the Celebration Community Chorus and flag-changing led by Boy Scout Troop 125 and Cub Scout Pack 125.
11:45 AM – Join the annual town photo to wrap up the celebration.
Veterans Day Parade
Saturday, November 9, 2024, 11am – 1pm
E Robinson St & N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and his Veterans Advisory Council will honor the courageous men and women of the armed forces at the 25th annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade in downtown Orlando.
The opening ceremony will take place at Orange Avenue near Central Boulevard. The parade will begin at Robinson Street and Orange Avenue, turning left on Central Boulevard, left on Rosalind Avenue and ending at Robinson Street.
BONUS IDEA: The Orange County Regional History Center invites veterans and active-duty military personnel to visit the museum for free on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in honor of Veterans Day.
Dinner with a Veteran
Saturday, November 9, 2024, 5-7pm
Chambers Park Community Center
2380 Smith Street, Kissimmee
Enjoy a special evening dedicated to honoring those who have served our country! Bring a veteran and enjoy a free dinner. Let’s come together as a community to show our appreciation!
The Trustco Bank Veteran & Active Duty Run For Freedom 5K
Sunday, November 10, 2024, 7am
Concord Park in Casselberry, FL
Come together with your friends and family to honor our active and retired Military Veterans on Veteran’s Day weekend with a 5k Run or Walk. Participants can enjoy this celebration of Veterans Day as we come together to support our military with a beautiful run in the Casselberry community. The fun continues after the 5k race with a kids run, face painters, a bounce house, music, and recruiters from the ARMY and NAVY!
Home of the Brave: Veteran’s Day Event
Monday, November 11, 2024, 5pm
Lake Nona Town Center
6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd., Orlando, FL 32827
Home of the Brave returns on Monday, Nov. 11 in Lake Nona Town Center to honor local service men and women. Kick off the special night of honor, remembrance and gratitude with the Honors Ceremony featuring an Honor Guard presentation, singers and musicians, special guests and local elected officials, followed by the Patriotic Parachute Team, illuminated by red and blue flares, descending from the sky.
Veterans Day Deals in Orlando
Crealdé School of Art
600 St Andrews Blvd, Winter Park, FL 32792
In honor of our veterans, Crealdé School of Art, with the support of the Winter Park William P. Duval Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), is proud to offer a free, one-year membership to veterans. This is their way of saying thank you for your service and dedication.
The DAR, dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism, partnered with Crealdé to create this special membership. Sandy Spitzer, the American Heritage Committee chair, along with Kathy Kern, a Crealdé and DAR member, collaborated on how the chapter could contribute. Elaine Powell, local DAR chapter regent, is excited to connect chapter members with veteran artists and their work.
Membership Benefits:
- Membership discount ($20) for classes and workshops
- Invitations to gallery openings, educational programs, lectures, and special events
- A mailed Program Guide
To receive your membership, please bring your Veteran ID card to the Crealdé office on the main campus. Thank you to all veterans for your service!
Orlando Science Center
November 4-19, 2024
777 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803
In honor of Veterans Day, veterans and active military can enjoy complimentary admission to Orlando Science Center and 50% off for their family thanks to Lockheed Martin. Admission includes access to two theaters, special live programming, and four floors of permanent and traveling exhibits. Veterans and active military also receive 10% off Memberships all year long!
Honor our nation’s veterans, past and present, during a brief ceremony at 1:00 pm on Monday, November 11 at the Red Tails Monument, located just outside of Orlando Science Center in Loch Haven Park.
Veterans Cruise Free
November 9 – 10, 2024
Yacht StarShip
603 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Military cruises free this weekend aboard Yacht StarShip for a brunch or dinner cruise. Use code VETERANS24 at checkout when booking online. Must show proof of Military ID upon check in.
SeaWorld Orlando Veterans Day Celebration Weekend
November 9 – 11, 2024
SeaWorld is honoring veterans in a few ways. Veterans and other Waves of Honor ticket holders will be allowed entry through the Waves of Honor Entrance – Presented by Navy Federal Credit Union during Veterans Day Celebration Weekend. Follow signage upon arrival to gain access to this dedicated entrance. Just have your park entry ticket and valid Military ID or Navy Federal Credit Union Card ready to enjoy a smooth, hassle-free entry!
Celebrate our Veterans with a patriotic fireworks display on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10 as a heartfelt thank you for their dedication and sacrifice.
Through their Waves of Honor program, former military personnel and up to five guests may enjoy a 50% off discount on a SeaWorld Orlando Single Day Ticket (limit of 6).
Veterans are also eligible for the SeaWorld & Aquatica Orlando 2025 Military Pass which includes unlimited visits to SeaWorld and Aquatica Orlando and general parking through Dec. 31, 2025 for only $172.99 each (normally priced at $202.99). Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes.
BONUS IDEA: Discovery Cove – Through the Waves of Honor program, former military personnel and up to three guests may enjoy discounted rates on Day Resort Admission and Signature Dolphin Swim Package (limit of 4).
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
November 9 – 11, 2024
3755 W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771
Sponsored by Orlando Health, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens are offering free admission in-person to all veterans and active military members from November 9 to November 11. Veterans can also take advantage of a BOGO offer for up to six tickets (three purchased, three free) to make memories with family and friends. *Must present a military ID or DD214 as proof of service.
Special Activities Monday, November 11: 10:00 AM – Lake Howell High School Navy JROTC Flag Ceremony, DJ Darren at the Splash Ground, Extra Keeper Chats, and Patriotic Animal Enrichment.
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
November 9 – 11, 2024
Lake Nona Area (13052 Narcoossee Rd, Orlando, FL 32832)
Flamingo Crossings/Horizon West (152 Sugar Belle Dr, Unit C, Winter Garden, FL 34787)
From November 9 to 11, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is honoring veterans with a free meal for Veterans Day! Veterans can take advantage of this special offer by showing a valid ID or wearing their uniforms. Enjoy delicious options like the BBQ Shrimp Quesadilla, Smoky Chipotle Caesar Salad, 4Rivers Smoked Pork Tacos, and more.
Free Admission to National Parks
Monday, November 11, 2024
In celebration of Veterans Day, the National Park Service (NPS) is inviting everyone to explore America’s national parks with free entry on November 11.
Veterans, active-duty military members, and Gold Star Families can enjoy year-round access to national parks with the NPS Military Pass, offering a unique chance to explore the country’s rich natural and historical sites.
Dave & Buster’s
Monday, November 11, 2024
8986 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Veterans get a free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid veterans ID card on November 11.
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Monday, November 11, 2024
1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL
Harry P. Leu Gardens salutes the men and women who have served and those who continue to serve our country. Veterans Day is Monday, November 11, 2024, and we would like to say “Thank You” with free admission for all Veterans and current military.
Garden Admission is $15 adult, $10 child K-12; and Veterans and current military receive free admission on this special day.
Brother Jimmy’s ICON Park
Monday, November 11, 2024, 12pm
8441 International Dr #290, Orlando, FL 32819
This Veteran’s Day, Brother Jimmy’s is serving those who served with our Veteran’s Day Lunch. On November 11 at noon, veterans can enjoy a free meal at Brother Jimmy’s. This lunch serves as a thank you and a reminder that the sacrifices made by veterans resonate deeply within the community.
Guests can dine for $15 or donate a meal to a veteran. All proceeds will pay for Veterans meals and Publix Gift Cards for Veterans. This event is by Veterans for Veterans.
registration is required. Guest tickets can be purchased online, here.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
November 11 – 17, 2024
Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will thank veterans for their service by offering free admission to active duty, retired, and reserve military. This offer also includes 50 percent off for up to four (4) guests.
Veterans and U.S. service members can purchase admission onsite at Will Call or the Information Center and online at KennedySpaceCenter.com using ID.me. To receive the complimentary and discounted admission, guests must verify their status with an active-duty military ID, retired military ID, a valid driver’s license with veteran classification, a Choose VA veteran’s ID Card, or DD214 documentation. All veterans admission tickets are valid on date of purchase only.
LEGOLAND Florida & Peppa Pig Theme Park
Through November 30, 2024
1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884
The parks offer different options for military members and veterans. From now until Nov. 30th, active military members can receive a free 1-Day 1-Park ticket and 50% off 1-Day tickets for up to six guests attending with that military member.
Heroes Sail Free
Margaritaville at Sea
Margaritaville at Sea’s industry-first “Heroes Sail Free” program launched in 2022 through a partnership with GovX.com, and has since enabled tens of thousands of Heroes and their guests to sail with Margaritaville at Sea. In addition to expanding the program to include the all-new Islander, the cruise line is enhancing the program in two additional ways.
Previously, the program only allowed Heroes to sail once per year on 2-night Bahamas cruises out of Palm Beach, but has been expanded to include unlimited usage throughout the year on all available sailings up to and including 3, 4,5,6 and 7 night vacations.
Additionally, Heroes now receive best available retail pricing with an industry leading 20% incremental discount on top of any sales or benefits available online for any booking where Free Heroes Cabins are sold out or a different stateroom type is desired. These expanded program offerings ensure Heroes can sail as much as they want and always receive the best available rates, no matter the time of year.
To receive this exclusive offer, only available with Margaritaville at Sea, Heroes will continue to book online through the link available on GovX.com or at margaritavilleatsea.com/offers/Heroessailfree/.
Veterans Day Deals Nearby
Brevard Zoo
Monday, November 11, 2024
8225 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32940
This Veterans Day weekend, current military and veterans are invited to enjoy complimentary general admission to the Zoo! In the event a service member is deployed overseas, the Zoo will admit their spouse at no charge. Family members receive $5 off onsite admission prices. Discount only available onsite.
Military Play Free at Daytona Lagoon
Monday, November 11, 2024
601 Earl St, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
In honor of Veterans Day, Daytona Lagoon is offering a free All-Day Play Pass to all veterans and active military personnel on Monday, November 11. This special offer allows our heroes to enjoy unlimited access to go-karts, laser tag, rock wall, mini golf, and the Sky Maze ropes course on Veterans Day. Additionally, all other guests can purchase an All-Day Play Pass for just $26.99.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Through November 18, 2024
10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa
Busch Gardens is honoring veterans in a few ways. Veterans and active military can receive a special discount on park admission to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island through December 31, 2025 for $152.99 for unlimited visits. Veterans may purchase up to six Military Passes.
Through November 18, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will have a dedicated “Waves of Honor” priority entry lane at the Busch Gardens front gate entrance for Veterans and their families. From November 9-11, a separate entrance will be located at Nairobi Gate near the front gate entrance for celebrating Veterans and their families.
Wishing you a safe and pleasant Veteran’s Day weekend!
