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As Memorial Day quickly approaches, The California Legionnaire is rounding up a list of discounts, deals, and promotions California Veterans can enjoy.
Links are provided below where available (click the section title). The listings will be updated as new deals are confirmed so be sure to check back regularly. To feature a business on this list, send inquiries to Christian Southards at Southards.CALegion@gmail.com.
Note: this list only includes discounts and deals for Veterans, current Service Members, and in some cases, their families. General discounts and deals for Memorial Day are not included.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: RESTAURANTS
FOGO DE CHÃO STEAKHOUSE
On Memorial Day, Fogo De Chão is offering a 50% discount on a full churrasco meal for Veterans and active-duty personnel along with a 10% discount for each of their guests. For at-home gatherings, they’re also offering FREE delivery on all to-go orders during Memorial Day Weekend.
JOE’S CRAB SHACK
Active military and Veterans may receive 15% off dine-in orders on Memorial Day.
Note: Joe’s Crab Shack’s Memorial Day promotion may be out of date. We will update this listing upon confirmation.
WENDY’S
Wendy’s has partnered with WeSalute. Through WendyMail, WeSalute members enrolled in VetRewards are eligible to receive exclusive offers for patriotic holidays, including Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Patriot Day and Veterans Day.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: CLOTHING & APPAREL
ACADEMY SPORTS+OUTDOORS
Through July 6, Academy Sports+Outdoors is offering a 10% Military discount on one online or in-store purchase. The discount applies to the entire order.
ADIDAS
Veterans and Service Members can get 30% off online and in-store purchases at normal Adidas locations as well as 15% discounts at Adidas Factory Outlet stores.
ALPHA INDUSTRIES
Veterans and Service Members and their immediate family can get up to 30% off their entire purchase.
QALO
QALO has partnered with GovX to offer a U.S. military discount on their store.
RACK ROOM SHOES
Anyone with a military ID can enjoy 20% off an entire in-store purchase on Memorial Day, July 4, and Veterans Day.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: TRAVEL & ENTERTAINMENT
BLUE STAR MUSEUMS
All institutions participating in the Blue Star Museum Program will offer FREE admission for active service members and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day. The provided link displays all of the participating museums in California.
CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS
Veterans and service members can visit most California State Parks for free on Memorial Day. A full list of participating parks can be found here.
CALIFORNIA THEME PARKS
Many of California theme parks are offering discounts or FREE admission for Veterans, Service Members, and their families.
DISCOUNT TIRE
Discount Tire is offering Veterans and active service members a 5% discount on online purchases who verify their identity via ID.me.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: FURNITURE
BEAR MATTRESS
Veterans and active military who verify their ID through ID.me will receive a 40% discount off online purchases.
SLEEP NUMBER
All active, Veteran, retired and reservist personnel of the US Armed forces can get a 5% to 10% discount on smart beds and bases.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: INSURANCE & BANKING
AARP
AARP is offering up to 43 percent off new memberships, depending on the length of commitment.
NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Navy Federal Credit Union is offering a variety of discounts through May and year-round for Veterans and Service Members.
2024 MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: GENERAL RETAIL & MISCELLANEOUS
ESET
ESET is offering a 25% discount off consumer digital security products for Veterans and Service Members who verify their identity via ID.me.
WALGREENS
From May 24–27, Walgreens is offering a 20% discount off all eligible regular-price items in-store purchases with myWalgreens.
WILLOW
Members of the Armed Forces who verify can receive a 10% discount.
Author: Rikki Almanza
Rikki is a Web Content Coordinator for the American Legion, Department of California. With a deep-rooted connection to the military, a spouse who is a Navy veteran, a father who served in the Air Force for 25 years, and a grandfather who proudly served, Rikki is committed to using her skills and knowledge to provide valuable assistance and resources to servicemembers and veterans.