Salute to the Military

Veterans Day brings deals for the military around Dallas-Fort Worth

Tarrant County Veterans Council presents Fort Worth Veterans Day Parade

Veterans Day is on November 11.

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Veterans Day is a chance for all Americans to take a step back and acknowledge the sacrifices that everyone who has ever served in the military has made for our country.

That includes multiple restaurants and businesses across Dallas-Fort Worth, who will be generously showing their appreciation for veterans and their families with special deals on November 11 (or days surrounding it).

Here's our list of the deals they're offering to help military families save a few dollars. This list will be updated regularly as news of more deals comes in.

Unless otherwise stated, all deals are solely for veterans and active-duty military with valid ID.

7 Brew Coffee: The coffee chain, which has 11 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer 50 percent off all drinks on November 11.
Andy's Frozen Custard: The frozen custard chain, which has over 20 locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free, regular size, one-topping sundae on November 11.
Applebee's: The casual restaurant chain, which has over 20 locations through Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free meal on November 11. They can also get a free Budweiser, Bud Light, or Budweiser Zero as part of the "Buy A Hero A Bud" program, although the free beer is dependent on the number Folds of Honor beers bought by guests for veterans prior to Veterans Day. Any unclaimed funds for pre-purchased Buds will be donated to Folds of Honor, which provides scholarships to families of America’s fallen or disabled military as well as families of America’s first responders.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: The casual restaurant chain, which has 11 locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie® with any dine-in purchase of $11.95 or more on November 11. Additionally, veterans will receive a bounce back coupon for a free appetizer, good anytime between November 12 and December 31. It can be used for dine in or take out and is redeemable with a purchase of $14.95 or more.
Black Sheep Coffee: The coffee chain, which has three locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free medium filter coffee on November 11.
Blaze Pizza: The pizza chain, which has eight locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free one-topping pizza on November 11.
Bombshells: The military-themed bar and breastuarant, which has locations in Dallas and Arlington, is offering a 20 percent discount on the entire menu.
Cantina Laredo: Mexican food chain, which has locations in Frisco and Addison, will offer an entrée of the guest's choice, up to a $30 value, on November 11. The deal is not good at the airport locations.
Charleys Cheesesteaks: The cheesesteak chain, which has over 20 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free regular-sized Gourmet Fry on November 11.
Chili's: The casual restaurant chain, which has many locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, is offering a free meal from a limited menu at participating locations for dine-in only. Customers should contact their preferred location to confirm participation.
Chipotle Mexican Grill: The fast casual Mexican food chain, which has is everywhere around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a buy one, get one free deal on entrées on November 11. The deal is only good for those who order in-restaurant; app orders do not apply.
Cicis Pizza: The pizza chain, which is everywhere around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free adult buffet on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only and does not include a drink.
Cotton Patch Cafe: Casual dining restaurant chain, which has 15 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken on November 11 for dine-in only orders.
Cracker Barrel: The homestyle restaurant, which has 13 locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Sunrise Pancake Special on November 11.
Dave & Buster's: The entertainment complex, which has four locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free entrée (up to $20 value) and a $10 Power Card on November 11. In addition to the Veterans Day offer, Dave & Buster’s provides an evergreen 15 percent discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages for veterans and active military year-round.
Dog Haus: The hot dog restaurant chain, which has four locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Haus Dog on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only.
El Chico: Fast casual Mexican food chain, which has three locations in Pantego, Richland Hills, and Rockwall, will offer an entrée of the guest's choice, up to a $25 value, on November 11.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill: The casual restaurant chain, which has three locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a complimentary lunch or dinner when dining with a guest on November 11.
Firehouse Subs: The sandwich chain, which is everywhere around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer buy-one-get-one free for any size sub on November 11.
Ford's Garage: Plano restaurant with vintage Ford Motors auto theme will offer a choice of one free American Standard Burger or one entrée up to $15 on November 11.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden: The garden will offer free admission for all visitors on November 11.
Fritz's Adventure: The rock climbing/ropes course venue in The Colony will offer free admission, November 8-11.
George W. Bush Presidential Museum: The museum honoring former President George W. Bush will offer free admission to all visitors on November 11, with extended hours from 9 am-8 pm.
Golden Corral: Buffet chain, which has nine locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free “thank you” buffet and beverage on November 11 from 4 pm to close.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill: Greek restaurant chain, which currently has three locations in Dallas-Fort Worth (with three more on the way), will offer 25 percent off all gyros and gyro combo meals on November 11.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria: The pizza chain, which has eight locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer 25 percent off on November 10 and 11. If you can't make it on Veterans Day, they offer 15 percent off for veterans every day of the year.
Hutchins BBQ: The barbecue restaurant, which has locations in McKinney and Frisco, will offer a sandwich (pulled pork, smoked turkey, house-made sausage, or sliced or chopped brisket), along with a side and a beverage.
John Wayne: An American Experience: The Fort Worth museum dedicated to the late actor, John Wayne, will offer free walk-in admission, November 8-11.
Kolache Factory: The kolache restaurant, which has four locations in the Dallas area, will offer one free kolache and any size coffee on November 11. Offer excludes croissants, Polish varieties, and espresso drinks.
Kona Grill: The upscale casual restaurant chain, which has one location in Dallas, will offer a free entree up to a $75 value on November 11.
La Madeleine: The casual French restaurant chain, which has 17 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free entrée on November 11.
Lazy Dog Restaurants: Casual restaurant chain with six DFW locations including Addison and Euless, will offer a free Fireside Favorite on November 11. Guests can choose from one of six entrees, with each meal paired with a signature S’mores Brownie Sundae.
Logan's Roadhouse: The casual restaurant chain, which has locations in Hurst and Burleson, will offer a free lunch from 11 am to 3 pm at participating Logan’s locations on November 11. Guests can choose from a special menu of fan favorites that includes a cheeseburger, chicken tenders, a pork chop, and more. Contact the preferred location for availability of deal.
Luckys Café: Oak Lawn diner will offer an entrée of the guest's choice, up to a $25 value, on November 11.
Malibu Jack's: The entertainment park in North Richland Hills will offer a free Unlimited Attractions Pass from November 8-11, allowing guests to experience a full day of fun at the park’s go-karts, rides, and more.
Maple Street Biscuit Company: The casual Southern cafe chain, which has one location in Mansfield, will offer 10 percent off on November 11.
Mo’ Bettahs: The casual Hawaiian restaurant chain, which has 10 locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer $5 off in-store or on the app on November 11.
MOD Pizza: The pizza chain, which has 11 locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer 50 percent off a MOD-size pizza or salad on November 11.
National Medal of Honor Museum: The Arlington museum will offer free admission to veterans on November 11; the museum is free for active-duty military every day.
Ojos Locos Sports Cantina: The Mexican food chain, which has six locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer 20 percent off all food items on November 11.
Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom: The pizza restaurant, which has one location in Fort Worth, will offer a free meal from a select menu with purchase of a beverage on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only.
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa: The golf course, run by PGA of America, will offer two free PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) clinics on November 11. Veterans and active duty military can also receive other discounts from November 8-11, including, 25 percent off at Ice House and Lounge by Topgolf (excluding alcohol), a 20 percent discount at PGA Shop, and one free tee time on The Swing on November 11 from 9 am-3 pm.
Overeasy: The brunch restaurant inside The Statler Hotel will offer a free entrée on November 11.
Outback Steakhouse: The steak chain, which has 17 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Aussie 3-Course Meal on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only.
Panther City BBQ: The Fort Worth barbecue restaurant, which is normally closed on Tuesdays, will offer 100 free bagged lunches from 11 am-12 pm on November 11.
Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse: The pizza chain, which has four locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer free entrée options on November 11.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille: The steakhouse chain, which has three locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free dinner-cut pork chop on November 11 from 4 pm to close when accompanied by a guest purchasing one dinner entree. If dining alone or with other veterans, veterans will receive a dinner-cut pork chop for half off original price. The deal is good for dine-in only.
PF Chang's: The fast-casual Chinese food chain, which has eight locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer free lunch on November 11 from 11 am to 3 pm. The deal is good for dine-in only.
Pluckers Wing Bar: The chicken wing chain, which has nine locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free meal, including an entrée, side, and non-alcoholic beverage (up to $16 value) on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only.
Rusty Taco: The taco chain, which has six locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free 2-Taco Combo (two tacos, one side, and a drink) on November 11.
Salad and Go: The quick salad chain, which has 16 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free salad or wrap on November 11. Starting November 12, veterans and active duty military will be offered a daily discount of 10 percent.
Savvy Sliders: The burger chain, which has locations in Dallas and Fort Worth, will offer one free Original or Fried Chicken Slider on November 11. The deal is good for dine-in only.
Simply Fondue: The fondue restaurant in Fort Worth will offer 25 percent off meals, November 9-12. The deal is only being offered at the Fort Worth location, not Dallas.
Sleep Number: The mattress retailer, which has eight locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer 10 percent off the entire purchase, November 4-17. The deal is stackable with other offers.
Smoothie King: The smoothie chain, which has 26 locations in the San Antonio area, is giving away free 20-ounce smoothies, no purchase necessary. The deal is available from noon-3 pm on November 11 and includes three patriotic picks: Strawberry X-Treme (red), Slim-N-Trim Vanilla (white), and Blueberry Heaven (blue).
SPCA of Texas: The animal shelter in Dallas will offer free pet adoptions on November 11. The deal is only good at their main location, not at partner PetSmart locations.
Starbucks: The coffee chain, which has locations everywhere, will offer will offer a free tall (12 fl oz) brewed coffee (hot or iced) at participating stores on November 11.
STK Steakhouse: The steakhouse chain, which has one location in Dallas, will offer a free entree up to a $75 value on November 11.
SusieCakes: The cupcake chain, which has three locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free cupcake of the customer's choice on November 11.
Teriyaki Madness: The casual Japanese chain, which has one location in Denton, will offer a free bowl of the customer's choice on November 11.
Thirsty Lion Scratch Kitchen: The gastropub chain, which has four locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer one free entree from its Veterans Day menu, including Pork Carnitas Salad Bowl, Cheeseburger, Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich, and more.
Torchy’s Tacos: The taco chain, which has 18 locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free taco and non-alcoholic beverage on November 11.
Twin Peaks: The breastaurant chain, which has 11 locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free lunch (11 am-3 pm) from a select menu on November 11.
Walgreens: The drugstore chain, which is everywhere around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a 20 percent discount on regularly priced products, November 8-11.
Whataburger: The fast food chain, which is everywhere around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free cup of coffee every day and a free taquito every Tuesday during breakfast until December 30.
Whitewater Car Wash: The car wash chain, which has 20 locations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a free Premium car wash on November 11.
WorldSprings: The wellness destination chain, which has one local location in The Colony, will offer 50 percent off full day soaks on November 10 and 11. The deal is good for anyone booked under the same account in advance through WorldSprings' verification partner, GOVX; walk-in guests cannot get the deal.
Yogurtland: The frozen yogurt chain, which has nine locations around Dallas-Fort Worth, will offer a 15 percent discount on November 11.

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Performers of all types will be showcased in and around Dallas this weekend, with stage actors leading the way in five separate theater productions, including a national Broadway tour. Other choices include three comedy events, an art and music festival in Deep Ellum, a dance troupe, two concerts, the final days of a notable exhibition, and a comedy magician.

Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out our calendar for an even longer list of the city's best events. And for a master list of Dallas restaurants serving Easter brunch (better book a table now), go here.

Thursday, April 2

UT Arlington Department of Theatre and Dance presents Hair
Hair’s tribe of young people protest U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, rehearsing a topical array of such issues as racism, the ethics of war, and the need to listen to young people’s ideas. Premiering at the Public Theatre in 1967, Hair soon moved to Broadway and remains a favorite rock musical. The production will run through April 12 in the Fine Arts Building on the UT Arlington campus.

Second Thought Theatre presents Bull in a China Shop
Inspired by the real letters between Mary Woolley and Jeannette Marks spanning from 1899 to 1937, Bull in a China Shop is a fast-paced comedy that asks: What is revolution? What does it mean to be at odds with the world? How do we fulfill our potential? And how do we grow old together? The co-production with Amphibian Stage in Fort Worth, where it ran earlier this year, will run through April 18 at Second Thought Theatre.

Punch Line Irving presents Emil Wakim
Emil Wakim is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer based in Brooklyn who joined Saturday Night Live for its milestone 50th season as the first Lebanese-American cast member. He made his late-night television debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and was selected as a New Face of Comedy at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. Wakim has opened for comedians like Roy Wood Jr., Kyle Kinane, Nikki Glaser, Hasan Minhaj, and Neal Brennan. He'll perform four times through Saturday at Punch Line Irving.

Improv Addison presents Monét X Change
Monét X Change is an entertainment spitfire and the first double crown winner from RuPaul’s Drag Race, having earned the title Miss Congeniality on season 10 and becoming the first queen of color inducted into the hall of fame after winning All-Stars 4. Known for delivering energetic and show-stopping performances, Monét’s showmanship is a reflection of a tireless work ethic to cultivate and perfect her immaculate lip-syncing skills, comedic chops, and (mostly) pitch-perfect live singing skills. She'll perform five times through Saturday at Improv Addison.

Broadway Dallas presents Some Like It Hot
Set in the Prohibition era, Some Like It Hot is a fast-paced comedy that follows two musicians who take up new identities and go on the run after witnessing a mob hit. Their cross-country journey brings them face to face with a dazzling singer with dreams of stardom, who captures one of their hearts, while the other catches the eye of a wealthy suitor set on finding true love. Still under disguise, they must find a way to untangle their messes and stay alive from the gangsters hot on their tail. The production runs through April 12 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.

Soul Rep Theatre Company presents Madam Queen
Madam Queen is a fully staged world premiere production of the final work by the late Dallas playwright diannetucker. Inspired by the life of Stephanie St. Clair, Harlem’s legendary “Queen of the Numbers” and one of the nation’s first Black female millionaires, Madam Queen brings to the stage a powerful portrait of ambition, resilience, and survival in 1920s Harlem. The production runs through April 19 at South Dallas Cultural Center.

Friday, April 3

Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair
The annual Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair transforms Deep Ellum’s iconic streets into a three-day celebration of art, music, community, and culture. Visitors can explore eight blocks of original art, live performances, and culinary delights, featuring booths from more than 120 fine and decorative artists and sounds from more than 80 bands and performing artists spread across four stages. The event takes place through Sunday.

Pocket Sandwich Theatre presents The Legend of Deadeye Mary
The Legend of Deadeye Mary is a rip-roarin’ Western melodrama full of gunplay, music, audience participation, and popcorn flyin’ at the villains. Framed by a dime-novel writer’s tall tale, the show follows legendary bounty hunter Deadeye Mary as she chases an outlaw, buried gold, and a crooked lawman who chews Shakespeare like chaw. The production runs through May 16 at Pocket Sandwich Theatre in Carrollton.

Saturday, April 4

TITAS/Dance Unbound presents Complexions Contemporary Ballet
Led by dance legends Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet is turning heads and winning hearts around the globe. Bold, passionate, and always fresh, Complexions is what contemporary ballet looks like now — and where it’s headed. With music ranging from David Bowie to Lenny Kravitz, Bach, Beethoven, and Prince, this definitely isn’t your grandmother’s ballet company. They'll perform at Winspear Opera House.

Orchestra Noir presents The Culture 2000 Tour
Orchestra Noir was founded in 2016 by Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers. Through orchestral performance, they celebrate the cultural achievements of African-American music pioneers across all genres, including classical, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and R&B. They'll perform at Majestic Theatre.

NMIXX in concert
Girl group NMIXX is one of the latest bands to come out of the South Korean K-pop machine. Formed in 2022, the six-member group put out a series of EPs in 2023, 2024, and 2025 before releasing their debut album, Blue Valentine, in late 2025. They'll play at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving as part of their first world tour.

April Fools Comedy Jam
Individually, comedians DeRay Davis, Eddie Griffin, and Corey Holcomb are regulars in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, playing at the various comedy clubs at least once a yea. But the April Fools Comedy Jam will be a chance to see all of them perform on the same stage, as they'll join forces at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

Sunday, April 5

Arlington Museum of Art presents "Game of Thrones: The Exhibition" closing day
After six months, Sunday will be the final day to view "Game of Thrones: The Exhibition" at the Arlington Museum of Art. The exhibit features more than 60 meticulously crafted costumes from all eight seasons of the HBO show, including Daenerys Targaryen’s regal dragon-scale gowns, Jon Snow’s battle-worn Night’s Watch gear, and more. The collection highlights the vision and detail of the show’s award-winning costume designer and the hundreds of talented production designers, set builders, and other specialty artisans.

Lucy Darling: Simply Darling
Award-winning performer Carisa Hendrix stars as charming socialite and cocktail enthusiast Lucy Darling as she continues her vivacious vagabond voyages with Simply Darling, a touring variety show featuring her razor-sharp wit, unquestionable advice, and skillful magic. She'll perform at Winspear Opera House.

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Broadway Dallas presents Some Like It Hot at the Music Hall at Fair Park through April 12.

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