Dunwoody Veterans Day Ceremony at 10 am and local businesses pay tribute to those brave men and women who have served.

Date: 11-11-13
Time:10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Brook Run Park (Veterans Memorial)
4770 North Peachtree Rd.
Dunwoody, GA

Every year on Veterans Day, Americans pay tribute to those brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in our armed forces. “USA Today” wrote on Nov. 10, “Savvy vets and active military can eat their way for free through Veterans Day this year.” As updated by The Military Wallet on Nov. 9, the Veterans Day free meals and deals are numerous this year. Veterans Day 2013 freebies include not only free food, but also free haircuts, discounts and more on Monday, Nov. 11.

Free Veterans Day Dinner at Chic-fil-A on Jett Ferry in Dunwoody from 5 to 8 pm.

Free Veterans Day Meal at Applebee's
Last year, Applebee's served more than 1,000,000 free meals to military veterans and active service members. It’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active duty service members on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. There will be seven entrées to choose from including Fiesta Lime Chicken, Three-Cheese Chicken & un-Dried Tomato Pasta (new for 2013), Double Crunch Shrimp, Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger, 7-oz. House Sirloin, Chicken Tenders Platter, and Oriental Chicken Salad. For more information, head to the Applebee's website.

Free Veteran’s Day Meal at Chili’s
All military past and present receive their choice from a special Veteran’s Day menu that includes Oldtimer with Cheese, Chicken Crispers, Margarita Chicken, Classic Turkey Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Soup & Salad Combo, Full Flatbread, Pizza, or a Lunch Combo (during lunch hours). The meals are available for free on Monday, Nov. 11. Dine-in only; beverages and gratuity not included. In addition, Chili’s will donate 10% of its net sales on Sunday, Nov. 10 to the Wounded Warrior Project. For more information, visit the Chili’s website.

Free Veterans Day Meal at Olive Garden
This Veterans Day, all vets and current service members will receive a free meal on Monday, Nov. 11. Options include unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks, Sausage & Peppers Rustica, Seafood Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana, Cheese Ravioli, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or Venetian Apricot Chicken. All free meals include garlic breadsticks and choice of soup or salad. Free Veterans Day meals are available all day during business hours on Monday. In addition, all current military service members and their families will be treated to a 10% discount all November in honor of Military Family Appreciation Month.

Free Veterans Day Pizza and Beverage at California Pizza Kitchen
On Monday, Nov. 11, all veterans and active duty military will receive a free pizza with proper I.D. To RSVP, head to the specially designated Veterans Day Facebook page.

Free Veterans Day All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Meal at Denny’s
To thank America’s heroes for their endless dedication and service, Denny’s is giving away never-ending stacks of its famous buttermilk pancakes to active, inactive and retired military personnel on from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. For more information, check out the press release.

Free Veterans Day Lunch at TGI Fridays
From 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Nov. 11, TGI Fridays is offering a free lunch to all vets and active duty military service members. Head to the restaurant’s website for locations and more information.

Free Veterans Day Meal at Hooters
On Monday, Nov. 11, Hooters invites all veterans and current servicemen and women to enjoy a free meal, up to $10.99 in value with any drink purchase, by presenting a military ID or proof of service at any Hooters location across the country. For more info, check out the official press release.

Free Veterans Day Doughnut and Coffee at Krispy Kreme
Present your military ID or wear your uniform to receive a free doughnut and small coffee on Nov. 11 at any Krispy Kreme location in the U.S. No purchase necessary and no coupon is required.

Free Veterans Day Tall Coffee at Starbucks
On Nov. 11, all veterans and active duty military will be treated to a free tall (12 oz.) hot coffee for them and their spouse at Starbucks.

Free Veterans Day Bagel and Shmear at Einstein Bros. Bagels
Einstein Bros. Bagels and Noah’s New York Bagels will offer a free bagel with any topping to all active, inactive and retired military personnel on Nov. 11 from 5:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free Veterans Day Haircuts at Great Clips
Military members who visit Great Clips on Nov. 11 will receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to redeem by Dec. 31. Click here for more information.