Daily drops, free samples & free-with-purchase finds · Updated daily
🎁 Freebie Finds
Welcome to Freebie Finds, Stringbeans! 🎁 Everything here is genuinely free: timed app drops that land at 3:00 sharp, free samples that arrive by mail, free gifts tucked into purchases you were making anyway, and free days out for the whole family. Every single find is checked on the brand's own website before it lands on this page — no guesswork, and no 'free' that secretly needs a credit card. Ready? Let's go find some free!
🕗 Updated daily — drops, samples and free days checked every morning. Last checked: Friday, November 6, 2026.
⏰ Daily Drops & Timed Claims
Loyalty-app freebies that land at a set time and vanish fast. Be signed in, be a few minutes early, and tap claim the second they drop.
Krispy KremeTue, Nov 3 · Election Day
Free Krispy Kreme Original Glazed doughnut on Election Day, Nov 3 — just say you voted!
Election Day gets a little sweeter! On Tuesday, November 3, visit a participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shop, say you voted or show your “I Voted” sticker, and you will get a free Original Glazed doughnut — no purchase necessary. It is one doughnut per guest and only while supplies last, so stop in after the polls and let that warm, fresh glaze be a sweet little thank-you for showing up for your community.
HOW TO CLAIMVisit a participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shop on Tuesday, Nov 3, say you voted or show an “I Voted” sticker — one free Original Glazed per guest, no purchase needed.
WHILE SUPPLIES LASTThe giveaway runs Election Day only and ends when the day's doughnuts are gone — earlier is sweeter.
Habit Burger & GrillOct 26–Nov 4 · Surprise hour daily
Free Dipping Trio Box at Habit Burger — surprise Habit Hour daily through Nov 4!
Dinner could be free tonight — if your timing is lucky! Through Wednesday, November 4, Habit Burger & Grill is running a surprise Habit Hour every day: the first 50 guests at each participating restaurant get a free Gotta Habit Dipping Trio Box — a burger cut in two dippable halves with dipping sauce, five crispy chicken bites, a small side and a regular drink. No coupon, no code and no purchase required — just order in person at the register during that surprise hour. The catch is the surprise itself: the exact time is revealed only about an hour ahead, so keep an eye out and be ready to dash!
HOW TO CATCH ITFollow @habitburgerandgrill — the day's Habit Hour start time is posted about an hour before it begins. MyHabit members with push notifications on get a heads-up about two hours ahead.
FIRST 50 ONLYEach participating restaurant gives away 50 boxes, in BBQ, Ranch or Spicy; the hour ends after 60 minutes or when they're gone. Order in person at the register — drive-thru, app and online orders don't count, and a few campus, stadium and airport locations sit this one out.
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Krispy KremeEnded Oct 31 · In costume
Free Krispy Kreme doughnut in costume — today and Halloween!
Costumes on, taste buds ready! Today, Friday, October 30, and tomorrow — Halloween, Saturday, October 31 — guests who visit a participating Krispy Kreme shop in costume get a free Original Glazed or Classic Ring Doughnut, no purchase necessary and one per guest. Ghost, goblin, or a very committed cardboard robot — every costume counts! And keep your eyes peeled at the counter: 10,000 guests at participating U.S. shops will also be surprised with a Jack's Treat Dozen Pass, good for a free dozen Original Glazed doughnuts with any purchase November 1 through 14.
HOW TO CLAIMVisit a participating Krispy Kreme shop in costume on Oct 30 or 31 and ask for your free Original Glazed or Classic Ring — limit one per guest, no purchase needed.
BONUS SURPRISE10,000 randomly chosen guests on Oct 30–31 also receive a Jack's Treat Dozen Pass — a free Original Glazed dozen with any purchase Nov 1–14.
Verizon ShineDrops Tue–Fri · 3:00 PM ET
Verizon Shine Daily Drops — free treats land at 3:00 PM sharp!
Verizon customers, set a little alarm! Tuesday through Friday, Verizon Shine drops a freebie inside the My Verizon app at exactly 3:00 PM ET — and when it's gone, it's gone. Past drops have included free Starbucks and Dunkin' treats, gift cards, and free food credits, all first-come, first-served for Verizon customers. The popular ones can vanish in minutes, so the trick is to be in the app (Me → Verizon Shine) a few minutes early, signed in and ready to tap Claim the moment 3:00 strikes.
HOW TO CLAIMOpen the My Verizon app a few minutes before 3:00 PM ET, head to Me → Verizon Shine, and tap Claim the second the drop goes live.
SPEED WINSQuantities are strictly limited and there's no waitlist — if a drop runs out, the next one lands the next drop day at 3:00.
T-MobileNew offers every Tuesday
T-Mobile Tuesdays — a fresh batch of freebies every single week
T-Mobile and Metro customers, Tuesday is your lucky day! Every week, T-Mobile Tuesdays loads the T-Life app with free stuff, treats, and savings — recent regulars include a free large Slurpee, Big Gulp, or coffee each month at 7-Eleven or Speedway. New offers appear Tuesday at 5:00 AM ET and most can be claimed through early Wednesday. Open the app, tap Save on the ones you want so they wait in My Stuff, then hit Redeem only when you're standing at the counter ready to use them.
SAVE FIRST, REDEEM LATERTapping Save parks an offer in My Stuff; only tap Redeem when you're ready to use it, because some offers expire just minutes after redeeming.
WHO GETS ITAny T-Mobile or Metro by T-Mobile customer on a qualifying plan — and every qualifying line on the account can play along.
🎁 Truly Free
Free samples and offers straight from the brand's own website. No purchase, no rebate form, no credit card — that's the rule for this section.
Bassett FurnitureFree by mail · Ships in 7–10 days
Free Bassett fabric & leather swatches by mail — pick up to 10, straight from Bassett
Planning a sofa or chair in a fabric that is truly yours? Start with the free part! Bassett Furniture will mail you up to 10 fabric and leather swatches completely free — no purchase needed — so you can see the colors in your own light and feel the textures before you choose. Pick your favorites right on Bassett's own custom upholstery pages, and your swatch set arrives by mail in about 7 to 10 days. It is the cozy, no-pressure first step to furniture you will love for years!
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe free swatch order lives on Bassett's own website — choose up to 10 fabric or leather swatches at a time, all free.
GIVE IT TIMESwatches ship free and arrive in about 7 to 10 days — order early if a furniture decision is coming up.
VichyWhile supplies last
Free Vichy Mineral 89 Hydrating Moisturizer sample — straight from Vichy
Skincare fans, a little hydration is headed to your mailbox! Vichy is giving away a free sample of its Mineral 89 Hydrating Moisturizer — the lightweight, dermatologist-loved hydrator powered by Vichy Volcanic Water and hyaluronic acid. The request form runs through Vichy's own sampling program: fill it in, tick the email opt-in, and your sample arrives by mail in about 4 to 8 weeks. No purchase needed — it is open to residents of the contiguous U.S., one sample per customer, while supplies last.
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe sample form is run by Vichy itself — no middleman, no credit card, no purchase; the form asks you to opt in to Vichy emails to complete the request.
GIVE IT TIMESamples arrive by mail in about 4 to 8 weeks — request yours today and enjoy the mailbox surprise later.
StarbucksWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free tall brewed coffee at Starbucks for veterans, service members & military spouses — Nov 11
A warm thank-you in a cup! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — Starbucks is pouring a free tall (12-oz) hot or iced brewed coffee for veterans, service members and military spouses at participating U.S. stores. No purchase is needed — just order at the café or drive-thru and enjoy. Cold Brew, Nitro and custom extras are not included, and it is one free coffee per customer, so keep proof of service handy just in case your store asks.
WHO GETS ITVeterans, service members and military spouses — one free tall (12-oz) hot or iced brewed coffee on Wednesday, Nov 11 at participating U.S. stores, café and drive-thru.
GOOD TO KNOWCold Brew, Nitro and add-on customizations are not included — bring proof of service just in case your store asks to see it.
LovesacFree by mail · Arrives in 2–3 weeks
Free Lovesac fabric swatches by mail — pick up to 5, straight from Lovesac
Dreaming about a new couch cover? Start with the free part! Lovesac will mail you up to 5 fabric swatches completely free — no purchase needed — so you can feel the textures and hold the colors up to your own light before you commit. Pick from fabrics like Corded Velvet, Padded Velvet, Woven and Slub Tweed right on Lovesac's own swatch guide, and your little fabric lineup arrives by U.S. mail in about 2 to 3 weeks. It is the smart, cozy first step to a living-room refresh!
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe free swatch order lives on Lovesac's own website — choose up to 5 at a time, all free, sent by U.S. mail.
GIVE IT TIMESwatches take about 2–3 weeks to arrive, so order early if a furniture decision is coming up.
Kiehl'sWhile supplies last
Free Kiehl's 1cc CollaShot Plumping Serum sample — straight from Kiehl's
Skincare fans, here's a tiny bottle with big ambitions! Kiehl's is giving away a free 1cc sample of its new CollaShot Plumping Serum — the pink pump-bottle serum made with recombinant collagen polypeptide and pink vitamin B12 to help skin look plumper and more lifted. The request form lives right on Kiehl's own CollaShot Sampling Program page: fill it in and your sample comes by mail. No purchase needed — it's open to U.S. residents 18 and older (the 50 states, excluding Puerto Rico), one per person, while supplies last.
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe sampling form is on Kiehl's own website — no middleman, no credit card, no purchase.
ONE PER PERSONU.S. residents 18+ in the 50 states (excluding Puerto Rico) — and mailed samples take their time, so request today and enjoy the mailbox surprise later.
Great ClipsWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free haircut at Great Clips for veterans & active military — Nov 11, or a card for later
A fresh cut as a thank-you! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans and active-duty military can walk into a participating U.S. Great Clips salon and get a free haircut that day, or pick up a free haircut card to use on a later visit (cards are good through December 4, 2026). Not military yourself? If you get a haircut on Veterans Day, you will receive a free haircut card to pass along to a veteran or service member you know. No purchase is needed for the veteran's cut — just stop in on the day.
CUT NOW OR LATERGet your free haircut on Wednesday, Nov 11, or take the free haircut card instead and redeem it by December 4, 2026.
PASS IT ONNon-military customers who get a haircut on Veterans Day receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran or active service member.
CeraVeWhile supplies last
Free CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo sample — straight from CeraVe
Haircare fans, here's a mailbox treat from the brand itself! CeraVe is giving away a free premium sample of its Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo — the gentle formula with 1% pyrithione zinc plus ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, made to help with flakes and itching without drying your scalp out. The claim form lives right on CeraVe's own website: fill it in, confirm, and your sample travels by mail. No purchase needed — just request yours while supplies last.
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe Claim Sample form is on CeraVe's own site — no middleman, no credit card, no purchase.
GIVE IT TIMEMailed samples are slow and steady — request yours today and enjoy the surprise when it lands in the mailbox.
La Roche-PosayWhile supplies last
Free La Roche-Posay Toleriane moisturizer sample — no purchase needed
Skincare fans, this is the good kind of free! La Roche-Posay is giving away samples of its Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer — the gentle, dermatologist-loved cream for sensitive skin — right on the brand's own website. There's no purchase required: just fill out the request form and your sample comes by mail. It's open to U.S. residents 18 and older, one per person, and only while supplies last, so don't let this one sit in an open tab.
STRAIGHT FROM THE BRANDThe request form lives on La Roche-Posay's own site — no middleman, no credit card, no purchase.
BE PATIENTMailed samples take their sweet time — request yours today and let it be a happy surprise when it lands in the mailbox.
MyStringBeanOur promise
Truly Free means truly free — here's our promise
Every card in this section passed the MyStringBean test: the offer lives on the brand's own website, it costs $0, and there's no purchase, no rebate form, and no credit card required. If a 'freebie' secretly needs your card number or a purchase first, it does not live here — it goes to Free With Purchase, or it doesn't go up at all. We check each offer before posting, because your mailbox should get treats, not traps.
THE BRAND'S OWN SITESamples and offers are only posted when we found them on the company's own website — never just copied from a stranger's freebie list.
ONE PER HOUSEHOLD, USUALLYMost samples limit one per person or address — requesting doubles can get a request tossed, so one honest request is the way.
🛍️ Free With Purchase
Buying something anyway? These verified offers add a free gift on top — the cherry on a purchase you were already making.
ChipotleWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free Chipotle chips & dip with a $5 purchase for veterans & active-duty military — Nov 11
A crunchy thank-you for those who served! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — active-duty service members and veterans get a free regular-size order of Chipotle chips plus their choice of guac, Queso Blanco or salsa with any in-restaurant purchase of $5 or more. Pick the classic chips or the new Chili Lime Chips, show valid proof of service at checkout, and enjoy — the offer runs all day at participating U.S. restaurants. It is in-restaurant only, so mobile, online, delivery and catering orders do not count.
SHOW YOUR PROOFBring a valid military ID, VA veteran ID, a state ID with a Veteran designation, or discharge paperwork — one free chips & dip per eligible guest.
IN-RESTAURANT ONLYThe $5 purchase is counted before the free item, taxes and tips — and the offer is not valid on mobile, online, delivery or catering orders.
Ulta BeautyThrough Sat, Nov 21 · In-store & shipped orders
Free RoC Fill & Treat gift with a $35 RoC purchase at Ulta — through Nov 21
Skincare restock coming up? Let Ulta add a little extra! Through Saturday, November 21, a RoC purchase of $35 or more earns a free Fill & Treat gift, right on Ulta's own gift-with-purchase page. The treat rides along in store or on shipped orders — pickup and same-day delivery do not count — and it is while quantities last, so add your RoC favorites, confirm the free gift shows with your order, and enjoy the bonus.
HOW IT WORKSSpend $35 or more on RoC at Ulta through Saturday, Nov 21 — in store or on a shipped order; pickup and same-day delivery orders are not eligible.
WHILE QUANTITIES LASTIn-store availability may vary — confirm the free Fill & Treat gift shows with your order before you pay.
SephoraThrough Mon, Nov 9 · Online only
Free Sephora x Parachute Headband & Washcloth Set with a $100 purchase — code UNREADY
Spa night, upgraded! Through Monday, November 9, Beauty Insider members (free to join) can add a free Sephora x Parachute Headband & Washcloth Set to any online purchase of $100 or more with promo code UNREADY. It is part of the Sephora Savings Event fun on Sephora's own Beauty Offers page — and it ends Monday, so if a beauty restock was already on your list, let this soft little set ride along free before it is gone.
THE CODEUNREADY at checkout, online only, on a $100+ purchase — Beauty Insider members only, and joining is free.
ENDS MONDAYThe offer runs through Monday, November 9 on Sephora's Beauty Offers page — confirm the set shows in your basket before you pay.
Jimmy John'sTue, Nov 3 · One day only
Free Jimmy John's sandwich when you buy one — JJ Rewards, Nov 3, code SANDWICH
National Sandwich Day is a two-sandwich day at Jimmy John's! On Tuesday, November 3, JJ Rewards members (free to join) get a free sandwich when they buy one — just order on the Jimmy John's website or app and use code SANDWICH at checkout. The deal covers eligible 8-inch Originals, Favorites and Toasted sandwiches (brisket excluded), plus Plain Slims, Little Johns and wraps. Order one for lunch, and the second one is on the house!
THE CODESANDWICH at checkout on the website or in the app on Tuesday, Nov 3 — JJ Rewards members only, so join free first if you have not already.
WHAT COUNTSEligible 8-inch Originals, Favorites and Toasted sandwiches (brisket excluded), Plain Slims, Little Johns and wraps.
PotbellyTue, Nov 3 · One day only
Free Original sandwich or wrap at Potbelly when you buy one — Nov 3, code BOGO
Potbelly is doubling up for National Sandwich Day! On Tuesday, November 3, buy any BIG or Original sandwich or wrap and get a free Original sandwich or wrap — just order through Potbelly.com or the Potbelly app and use code BOGO at checkout. It is one redemption per person at participating locations, so grab a friend, pick your favorites, and let the second sandwich ride free.
THE CODEBOGO at checkout on Potbelly.com or in the Potbelly app on Tuesday, Nov 3.
ONE PER PERSONLimit one redemption per person at participating locations — confirm the free Original shows in your basket before you pay.
Firehouse SubsTue, Nov 3 · One day only
Free medium sub at Firehouse Subs on National Sandwich Day, Nov 3 — with a $15 order
Sandwich lovers, circle Tuesday, November 3! For National Sandwich Day, Firehouse Subs is giving a free medium sub with any order of $15 or more placed through the Firehouse Subs app or online. Every medium sub counts — even the limited-time Thanksgiving Turkey Sub with smoked turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Build your app order to $15, add your favorite medium sub, and that second sandwich lands in the bag on the house. It's one day only, so plan Tuesday's lunch now!
ONE DAY ONLYThe free medium sub is a National Sandwich Day treat for Tuesday, November 3 only — on orders placed through the Firehouse Subs app or online.
PICK YOUR FAVORITEAll medium subs are included, from the Hook & Ladder to the seasonal Thanksgiving Turkey Sub — confirm the offer shows in the app before you pay.
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Shake ShackEnded Oct 31
Free ShackBurger at Shake Shack with a $10 order — today only, code SCARYGOOD
Burger fans, Halloween's last call is a tasty one! Today, Saturday, October 31, Shake Shack is handing out a free Single ShackBurger when your order reaches $10 or more — just use code SCARYGOOD in the Shack App, on the web, or at the kiosk. Add the burger to your basket, type the code at checkout, and watch it ring up free. Today is the final day, so if a ShackBurger was already in your Halloween plans, let this one be on the house!
THE CODESCARYGOOD at checkout in the Shack App, on the web or at the kiosk — your order needs $10 or more of other items and the free burger is a Single ShackBurger.
LAST CALLThis treat runs through Saturday, October 31 only — once Halloween ends, so does the free burger.
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Paris BaguetteEnded Oct 31
Free pastry at Paris Baguette today with any drink — PB Rewards
Pastry lovers, start Halloween sweet! Today, Saturday, October 31, PB Rewards members get a free pastry with any beverage purchase at Paris Baguette. Pick your favorite drink, choose a pastry to go with it, and the pastry is on the house. Not a member yet? Joining PB Rewards in the app is free — and the bakery's Halloween menu is still around through November 1 if you fancy a spooky sip alongside.
MEMBERS TREATFree for PB Rewards members with any beverage purchase on Oct 31 — limit one free pastry per member.
JOIN FREENo PB Rewards account yet? Sign up free in the Paris Baguette app before you order so your pastry rings up free.
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Outback SteakhouseEnded Oct 31
Free kids meal at Outback today with an adult entrée — code SPOOKYFREE
Taking the little ghouls out before trick-or-treating? At Outback Steakhouse today, Saturday, October 31, a free kids meal rides along with the purchase of any adult entrée. Dine in with the crew, or order online and use code SPOOKYFREE at checkout. It's a proper sit-down dinner where the kids eat free — just check your local Outback is participating before you head out.
THE CODESPOOKYFREE for online orders on Oct 31; dining in, just ask for the Halloween kids-eat-free treat with your adult entrée.
CHECK YOUR LOCALHalloween offers run at participating locations — a quick check with your Outback before you go saves a disappointed little vampire.
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Huddle HouseEnded Nov 1
Free kids meal at Huddle House all Halloween weekend with an $8+ adult entrée
Halloween weekend runs Friday through Sunday at Huddle House! From Friday, October 30 through Sunday, November 1, kids get a free meal with the purchase of any adult entrée of $8 or more. It's dine-in only at participating locations and limited to one free kids meal per guest, so bring the whole crew, settle into a booth, and let a cozy diner dinner carry you through trick-or-treat weekend.
ALL WEEKENDUnlike the one-day Halloween treats, this one runs through Sunday, November 1 — so it still works for a Sunday family dinner.
DINE-IN TREATDine-in only, one free kids meal per guest, with an adult entrée of $8 or more at participating Huddle House locations.
SephoraWhile supplies last · Online only
Free Sephora sample bag with a $55 purchase — code ALLFAVES
Already restocking your beauty shelf? Let Sephora sweeten the basket! Beauty Insider members (free to join) can add a free sample bag to any online purchase of $55 or more with promo code ALLFAVES — and you get to pick between two sets of fan favorites, with names like Gucci, Caudalie, Rare Beauty and Westman Atelier tucked inside. Sample bags fly fast, so peek at Sephora's Beauty Offers page and confirm the code still works before you check out.
THE CODEALLFAVES at checkout, online only, on a $55+ merchandise purchase — Sephora allows one promo code per order, so make it count.
CHECK BEFORE YOU PAYGift-with-purchase codes rotate often — confirm ALLFAVES still shows your chosen sample bag in the basket before you pay.
Ulta BeautyWhile supplies last
Free Philosophy Best Sellers Pouch with a $50 Philosophy buy at Ulta
Beauty shoppers, here's a sweet little two-fer! At Ulta Beauty right now, a $50 Philosophy purchase earns you a free Best Sellers Pouch — and if your Philosophy skincare haul reaches $75, a free Deluxe Barrie Restore Cream joins it (that one's online only). Philosophy's Purity Made Simple cleanser and Amazing Grace fragrance are the fan favorites to build your basket with. Free gifts ride along while supplies last, so check the offer on Ulta's site before you check out.
TWO TIERSSpend $50 on Philosophy for the free pouch, or $75 on Philosophy skincare online for the deluxe cream — two separate treats at two levels.
CHECK BEFORE CHECKOUTGift-with-purchase offers swap out often at Ulta — confirm the gift still shows on the Philosophy gifts page before you pay.
🌟 Free Days & Features
Free admission days, free apps and ebooks, and one-day-only treats worth putting on the calendar.
The Noguchi MuseumFri, Nov 6 · TODAY · 10 AM–5 PM
Free admission TODAY at The Noguchi Museum — Free First Friday, Nov 6
Today is the day, art lovers! On Friday, November 6, The Noguchi Museum in Long Island City, Queens opens free for everyone for Free First Friday — wander the peaceful sculpture garden and the galleries, including the new exhibition of glowing Akari light sculptures, with no admission charge and no reservation needed. Families can also join the free Gallery Kit art-making session in the galleries from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. The museum is at 9-01 33rd Road and is open 10 AM to 5 PM today — go enjoy a calm, beautiful free day out!
TODAY ONLYFree First Friday runs Friday, November 6 from 10 AM to 5 PM — after today, the next free First Friday is a month away.
NO RESERVATION NEEDEDJust come to 9-01 33rd Road in Long Island City — admission is free all day and the Gallery Kit art-making (2:30–4:30 PM) is included.
Whitney MuseumSun, Nov 8 · 10:30 AM–6 PM
Free admission for everyone at the Whitney Museum — Free Second Sunday, Nov 8
Sunday plans, sorted! On Sunday, November 8, the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York opens free for all visitors all day for Free Second Sunday — explore the exhibitions, join the all-ages artmaking and tours, and take in the city views from the terraces. Admission is free, but tickets are required and capacity is limited, so reserve your free tickets online in advance to be safe. The Whitney is at 99 Gansevoort Street in Manhattan, and the free day runs 10:30 AM to 6 PM.
FREE FOR ALLEvery visitor gets free all-day admission on Sunday, Nov 8 — no membership or card needed, just a free ticket.
BOOK AHEADCapacity is limited and free tickets go fast — reserve yours on the Whitney's own site before you go.
Red LobsterWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day · Dine-in only
Free Shrimp & Chips at Red Lobster for veterans, active-duty military & reservists — Nov 11
Seafood fans who served, this one is for you! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans, active-duty military and reservists get a free Veteran's Shrimp & Chips at Red Lobster: six Walt's Favorite Shrimp served with cocktail sauce and ketchup, plus crispy French fries and coleslaw. It is dine-in only — just show a valid military ID, WeSalute+ ID Card or other proof of service, and let lunch be a thank-you.
NO PURCHASE NEEDEDOne free Veteran's Shrimp & Chips on Wednesday, Nov 11 for veterans, active-duty military and reservists with a valid military ID or proof of service.
DINE-IN ONLYThe free meal is served in the restaurant only — call your local Red Lobster ahead to confirm it is taking part.
Red RobinWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free Red's Big Tavern Burger & Bottomless Steak Fries at Red Robin for veterans — Nov 11
Burger night is on Red Robin for those who served! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans and active-duty military who dine in at a participating Red Robin get a free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries — no purchase necessary. The burger is a beef patty with American cheese, lettuce, tomato and Red's Secret Sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Just bring a valid military ID or proof of service; modifications and other burger styles are not included, and tax and gratuity are on you.
NO PURCHASE NEEDEDOne free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Wednesday, Nov 11, for veterans and active-duty military with a valid military ID or proof of service.
DINE-IN ONLYParticipating restaurants only — not valid for to-go, online, app or catering orders, and it cannot be combined with other offers or Red Robin Royalty rewards.
Bob EvansWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day · All day
Free meal from an 11-item menu at Bob Evans for veterans & active military — Nov 11
Farmhouse favorites, on the house! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — Bob Evans is serving veterans and active-duty military a free meal from its expanded 11-item Veterans Day menu, with breakfast, lunch and dinner choices served all day, dine-in only, at all Bob Evans restaurants. Every guest also receives a thank-you offer for a free cup of sausage gravy and biscuits on a future visit. Bring proof of service — a military or retiree ID, a current LES, a veterans organization card, a DD214 or a photo in uniform all count; drinks and gratuity are not included.
ALL DAY, 11 CHOICESOne free entrée from the 11-item Veterans Day menu on Wednesday, Nov 11 — breakfast through dinner, dine-in only, with proof of service.
BONUS FOR LATEREvery veteran and active-duty guest also gets a thank-you offer for a free cup of sausage gravy and biscuits to enjoy on a future visit.
IHOPWed, Nov 11 · 7 AM–7 PM
Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo at IHOP for veterans — Nov 11, 7 AM to 7 PM
Breakfast wears red, white and blueberry at IHOP! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans and active-duty military get a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo, dine-in only at participating restaurants, from 7 AM to 7 PM. The combo pairs the berry-topped pancakes with eggs, hash browns and bacon or sausage. Bring a military ID or proof of service, and call your local IHOP ahead — participation can vary by restaurant.
MORNING TO EVENINGThe free Pancake Combo runs Wednesday, Nov 11 from 7 AM to 7 PM only — dine-in, one per eligible guest, with military ID or proof of service.
CALL AHEADNot every franchise location takes part — a quick call to your local IHOP before you go makes sure your table is ready.
Colonial WilliamsburgFri–Wed, Nov 6–11 · Veterans Day weekend
Free Colonial Williamsburg admission for military families — Nov 6–11
History opens its gates as a thank-you! From Friday, November 6 through Wednesday, November 11, Colonial Williamsburg offers free admission to all active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans and National Guard members — and their immediate dependents too. Your free single-day pass covers the historic trades and sites and the art museums, and Veterans Day itself brings special programming, including a Fifes & Drums procession. Free passes are waiting at any onsite ticket location — just bring proof of service.
WHO'S FREEActive-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans and National Guard members, plus their immediate dependents, November 6–11 with proof of service.
PICK UP ONSITEFree 'Honoring Service to America' single-day passes are available at all onsite ticket locations — no advance purchase needed.
Connecticut MuseumSat–Sun, Nov 7–8 · Free for all ages
Free admission for everyone at the Connecticut Museum — Free First Weekend, Nov 7–8
A free weekend out in Hartford! On Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History opens its galleries and the Inspire Center free for all ages for its Free First Weekend. Wander the exhibitions — including Rebellious in its final month — and families can drop into the free Saturday program, Journey to Prehistoric Connecticut, from 11 AM to 2 PM. No ticket needed — just come and explore at 1 Elizabeth Street.
FREE FOR ALLAdmission to the galleries and Inspire Center is free for every age on Saturday, Nov 7 and Sunday, Nov 8 — no card or membership needed.
FAMILY BONUSSaturday's Journey to Prehistoric Connecticut program runs 11 AM–2 PM and is free too — the museum sits at 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford.
National Civil War MuseumSat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–4 PM
Free admission for everyone at the National Civil War Museum — Community Free Day, Nov 7
History lovers, this Saturday is free for everybody! On Saturday, November 7, from 10 AM to 4 PM, the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania opens its galleries free for all visitors for its Community Free Day Honoring Veterans — a day of thanks for those who have worn the uniform, past and present. Wander the galleries, reflect on the stories inside, and watch for special activities and programming during the day. No ticket and no military connection needed — just come and explore.
FREE FOR ALLAdmission is free for every visitor on Saturday, Nov 7 from 10 AM to 4 PM — the museum is at 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, PA.
ONE DAY ONLYThe Community Free Day runs this Saturday only — regular admission applies again on Sunday, so get this one on the calendar now.
Applebee'sWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free full-size entrée at Applebee's for veterans & active military — Nov 11, plus a $5 bounce-back card
Dinner is on Applebee's for those who served! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans, active-duty military, Reserves and National Guard members who dine in at a participating Applebee's get a free full-size entrée from the special Veterans Day menu: choose the 6 oz. Top Sirloin, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders Platter, Double Crunch Shrimp, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Oriental Chicken Salad or Three-Cheese Chicken Penne. It is the 19th year in a row for this tradition — and dine-in guests also receive a $5 Bounce Back Card for a future visit. Just show proof of service; beverage and gratuity are not included, and it is one free meal per guest.
SEVEN CHOICESPick from seven full-size entrées on the Veterans Day menu, dine-in only at participating restaurants on Wednesday, Nov 11, with proof of service.
BONUS CARDDine-in guests on Nov 11 also get a $5 Bounce Back Card, redeemable for dine-in, To Go or delivery within a three-week window.
Golden CorralWed, Nov 11 · 4 PM–Close
Free buffet & drink at Golden Corral on Military Appreciation Night — Nov 11, 4 PM to close
Save room — this thank-you is a whole buffet! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — Golden Corral's 26th Annual Military Appreciation Night invites current U.S. service members, retired military and veterans to enjoy a free 'Thank You' buffet and beverage from 4 PM to close. It is dine-in only, it covers the full endless buffet of 150-plus items, and no military identification is required. The free meal is for the service member or veteran only — family and friends are warmly welcome to join and pay regular prices — and participating restaurants will also be collecting round-up donations for local DAV chapters through November 29.
EVENING ONLYThe free buffet runs Wednesday, Nov 11 from 4 PM to close only — arrive for dinner, not lunch, or you will miss it.
NO ID NEEDEDUnlike most Veterans Day meals, Golden Corral asks for no military identification — dine-in only, and the free meal does not extend to spouses, family or friends.
Denny'sWed, Nov 11 · 5 AM–Noon
Free Original Grand Slam at Denny's for veterans & active military — Nov 11, 5 AM to noon
Breakfast is on Denny's for those who served! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — veterans and active-duty military get a free Original Grand Slam, the classic plate of pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausage. This one is an early-bird treat: it runs from 5 AM to noon only, dine-in at participating restaurants, with a valid military ID or proof of service. Set the alarm, bring your ID, and start Veterans Day with a proper breakfast.
EARLY HOURSThe free Grand Slam runs Wednesday, Nov 11 from 5 AM to noon only — after noon, the offer is over for the year.
BRING PROOFDine-in only at participating Denny's restaurants, with a valid military ID or other proof of service.
Chili'sWed, Nov 11 · Veterans Day
Free Veterans Day meal at Chili's for veterans & active military — Nov 11
A thank-you plate for those who served! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — all veterans and active military members get a free meal at participating Chili's Grill & Bar restaurants, choosing from a select Veterans Day menu. It's dine-in only, so settle in and enjoy — and bring your proof of service along, just in case your Chili's asks to see it. Beverages and gratuity aren't included, and Chili's suggests calling your local restaurant ahead with any questions.
WHO'S HONOREDOpen to all veterans and active-duty military members on Wednesday, November 11 only, at participating locations — dine-in, from the select Veterans Day menu, no substitutions.
CALL AHEADParticipation can vary by restaurant, so a quick call to your local Chili's before you go makes sure your table — and your free meal — is ready.
BookBelowSun–Mon, Nov 1–2 · Two days only
Stuff Your Kindle: free fantasy & sci-fi ebooks Nov 1–2!
Readers, charge up that Kindle! On Sunday, November 1 and Monday, November 2, the Stuff Your Kindle 'Fantasy & Sci-Fi Worlds' event makes a whole shelf of fantasy and science-fiction ebooks free to download — enchanted forests, distant galaxies, dragons and all. Browse the event page, tap through to the books you like, and download while they're free. One friendly habit: always glance at the book's Kindle listing and make sure it still reads free before you tap buy — prices hop back up when the event ends.
TWO DAYS ONLYThe free downloads open Sunday, Nov 1 and close after Monday, Nov 2 — set a little reminder so the dragons don't fly off without you.
READ ANYWHEREKindle books also read in the free Kindle app on phones and tablets — no Kindle device required.
Museums on UsSat–Sun, Nov 7–8
Free museum admission Nov 7–8 for Bank of America cardholders
Your bank card is a museum ticket next weekend! Through Bank of America's Museums on Us program, Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders get one free general admission at 200-plus participating museums and cultural spots on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8 — art museums, science centers, gardens and more, all across the country. Just show your card and a photo ID at the desk. The free ticket covers the cardholder only, and special exhibitions can cost extra, so check the program's museum finder before you plan the day.
CARD + IDPresent your active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card with a photo ID — one free general admission per cardholder.
PLAN IT NOWNovember 7–8 is the first full weekend of the month; the final 2026 Museums on Us weekend after this one is December 5–6.
National Park ServiceWed, Nov 11 · One day only
Free national park admission for everyone on Veterans Day, Nov 11
Mark the calendar for a free day out! On Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day — every National Park Service site that normally charges an entrance fee opens its gates free for U.S. citizens and residents. That's Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and hundreds more, all $0 at the gate. A few parks still charge separate timed-entry or reservation fees, so check your park's page before you hit the road — then pack a picnic and go enjoy the view.
WHO'S FREEFree entrance covers U.S. citizens and residents; separate reservation or timed-entry fees at busy parks can still apply.
LAST ONE OF 2026November 11 is the final fee-free day on the Park Service's 2026 calendar — the next round starts fresh in 2027.
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Free Days & Features — free admission days, apps and ebooks live here
Some of the best freebies aren't things — they're days! This section collects free admission days at museums and parks, free-app and free-ebook picks, and other one-day-only treats worth planning around. When a library, museum, or park announces a free day, we'll pin it here with the date in big letters, so you can get it on the family calendar before it sneaks past.
PLAN-AHEAD PICKSFree days are announced in advance — we post them early so you can round up the grandkids and make a day of it.
FREE APPS & EBOOKSWatch this section for genuinely free (not 'free-ish') app and ebook features — when the price tag reads $0, it's news here.
Freebie Finds is an information page: every offer here was checked on the brand's or organizer's own website before posting — we never copy a freebie from a stranger's list without checking it first. Supplies run out and dates can change, so tap through and confirm before you make a special trip. 🎁
