May is National Military Appreciation Month and veterans, servicemembers and their families are being honored with free admission, discounts, deals, and sales. May is a busy month with Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, Armed Forces Day and much more during the month of May.
Note: For theme parks and brick and mortar locations reporting discounts be sure to check for closures and changes due to these ever-changing times.
2021 National Military Appreciation Month
Discounts for Veterans, Retired Military, and Active Duty Military and Families. 2021 discounts will be added as they are announced. Many of the 2020 offers will return.
Academy Sports + Outdoor
10% off for active military, veterans and first responders in-store and online from May 2 to July 5, 2021.
Armitron
10% off for Active Duty Military, Veterans, and dependents on all online purchases with verification. A single-use code will be sent via email to apply at checkout. Resubmit verification for additional codes for future purchases (1 code per day).
Blue Star Museums
Free admission for military members and their families beginning Armed Forces Day (May 15) through Labor Day to over 2,000 locations nationwide.
Chuck E. Cheese
Offers a discount to military families when you show your Common Access Card, Uniformed Services ID Card, or Dependent ID Card.
Dell
Military members can get 10% off select Dell and Alienware electronics and PCs.
Eyemart Express
Retired, active- or non-active, veteran, or dependent military with ID will receive 20% off through May 31st in honor of Military Appreciation Month.
Free Admission – Many local attractions and businesses provide free admission to active duty military and veterans over Memorial Day weekend. Be sure to phone ahead to confirm offers. Restaurants, parks, zoos, aquariums, theme parks, museums, concert venues, and local events may also provide free admission and discounts to military members as well as family members and dependents during Memorial Day weekend.
Home Depot
A 10% discount is offered in-store to ALL military veterans on Memorial Day and a year-round 10% discount is available at participating U.S. locations to active duty personnel, reservists, retired or disabled veterans. A valid military ID must be presented to receive the discount. Home Depot does not accept state ID cards with veterans designation and some limitations may apply.
HYLETE Athletic Performance Apparel
30% off all month long for military, veterans, and first responders.
HULU
Military members can get one FREE month plus 10% off each additional month for a year. Eligible to military members through Exchange.
Jiffy Lube
Active duty and former military members can get 15% off all services at Jiffy Lube, year round.
Lowe’s
Veterans and military personnel will receive 10% off. Lowe’s offers a year-round military discount.
Mission BBQ
Free sandwich for all active duty service members and veterans during Armed Forces Week. Dates vary by branch of service.
Rack Room Shoes – Nationwide
Military members and their families will receive 20% off their in-store purchase all day on Memorial Day with a valid military ID. A 10% Military discount is also available every Tuesday, and 20% on Independence Day and on Veterans Day.
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone offers a discount on subscription services and downloadable audio sessions to active duty, veterans and U.S. military members.
Sea World, Busch Gardens, and Sesame Place – USA
Through the Waves of Honor Program, active duty military are entitled to one free admission per year per member plus three dependents. Registration and verification through ID.me is required to receive the discount and a valid military ID must be presented at the gate upon entry. Offers may vary by location. Veterans and retirees are also eligible for special ticket pricing including up to 50% off per ticket for up to four tickets for single day admission to Sea World and other related properties.
Sherwin-Williams
All military members and spouses, including the US Army, US Navy, US Air Force, US Marine Corps, US Coast Guard, the National Guard, ROTC, Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army or Royal Canadian Air Force get 15% off with valid ID.
T-Mobile
Military members and their families get discounted rates for first line and half-off additional phone lines, up to six lines total.
Unique Vintage
Save 10% off retro wear purchases for servicemembers.
Vineyard Vines
Vineyard Vines offers a 15% discount to servicemembers.
Zappo’s
10% off online purchases for active duty military, veterans, and retired members (including US Armed Forces, Reservists, and National Guard) and registered dependents.
2021 Limited Time Military, First Responder & Medical Professional Discounts
Shop these brands offering special discounts for military, medical professional or first responders on the front lines.
Adidas
Verified military members, medical professionals, first responders, nurses get 30% off.
Alpha Industries
Active duty, reservists, and retired members of the Armed forces are eligible for a double discount in honor of Military Appreciation Month. 30% off plus free shipping. Verification through SheerID is required.
Asics
Military, first responders and medical professionals get a 40% discount on all full-priced products in their online store.
Blanquil
40% off all products for Military Service Members, Healthcare Workers, and First Responders.
Blue Star Theaters
Military families can get complimentary or discounted admission to over 136 theaters nationwide.
Clarks Shoes
Clarks offers special discounts off purchases for Active Duty, Retirees, Veterans, Military Spouses, Military Family Members, as well as a First Responder discount for active Police, Fire, and EMT customers and also Teachers.
Home Chef
50% discount off your first purchase for medical personnel, first responders, military and teachers.
Hooters
20 percent off all food takeout orders every day until further notice to all military personnel, local healthcare workers and first responders.
Nike
Active, veteran, retired, and reservist US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Space Force and Coast Guard personnel are eligible to receive a 10% Nike military discount on Nike.com and at Nike, and 15% at Converse, and Hurley stores in the United States (excluding Nike Company/Employee Stores).
Outback Steakhouse
10% off heroes discount is open to military personnel and their immediate family members plus nurses, doctors, medical staff, servicemen and women, police officers and firefighters, with corresponding medical, state or federal service ID.
Reebok
Military Personnel, Teachers, Nurses, First Responders, and Government employees get a 30% discount.
Tuft & Needle
15% discount to active military, veterans, first responders and healthcare professionals.
Under Armour Online Military & Veteran 10% Discount & Free Shipping
Veterans and active duty service members receive 40% off with a valid TroopID. See here for details on how to get a TroopID and receive the 10% discount. For a limited time, increased from from 10% to 40%!
2021 Local Area Military Appreciation Month Discounts
Note: For theme parks and brick and mortar locations reporting discounts be sure to check for closures and changes due to these ever-changing times.
Big Surf Waterpark – Linn Creek, MO
Free, unlimited admission all season long for active duty military, plus 20% off for immediate family members with dependent IDs.
California’s Great America Free Admission – Santa Clara, CA
All active and retired military members are granted free admission to Great America over Memorial Day Weekend, May 29-31, 2021. The offer is valid Saturday, Sunday, and Monday for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Must show a valid ID. Military members can purchase up to six additional tickets for friends and family for $28 each.
Carowinds – Charlotte, NC
During Military Days at Carowinds, free park admission is offered to any active, inactive or retired member of the U.S. military with valid military identification. Military days for 2021 are TBA. Visits are only available via reservation.
Cincinnati Zoo – Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Zoo offers free admission to military members on Memorial Day, July 4th and Veteran’s Day. Eligible members include active and retired military, National Guard, veterans with honorable or medical discharge and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps with government issued ID. Eligible military personnel may also purchase up to six (6) half-price admission tickets for immediate members of their family.
Coffee Creek Ranch – Trinity Center, CA
Active duty members get 25% off posted rates year round. This special deal can also be claimed by spouses and children.
Colonial Williamsburg – Williamsburg, VA
All U.S. military members including active duty, reservists, retirees, veterans, national guardsmen, and their immediate dependents will receive free admission to Colonial Williamsburg over Memorial Day weekend.
Crayola Experience – Easton, PA
The Crayola-themed children’s museum offers free admission to active duty, veterans, and retired military members and their families on Memorial Day.
Great Wolf Lodge – Nationwide
30% off for all military and first responders with valid ID.
Idlewild and SoakZone – Ligonier, PA
All active duty, retired and military veterans get free admission on May 29, 30, 31, 2021. Tickets available online beginning in Mid-May.
Indianapolis Zoo – Indianapolis, IN
Active duty and retired members of the military receive free admission to the Indianapolis Zoo on Memorial Day, May 31 and $2 off tickets for family members. A valid military ID is required to purchase the discounted tickets.
King’s Dominion – Doswell, VA
During the Memorial Weekend Salute from May 29-31, 2021, all active duty and retired military members receive free admission to the park. A valid ID is required to receive the discount.
Magic Springs – Hot Springs, Arkansas
Magic Springs Theme and Water Park offers free admission to active duty and retired military and first responders (police, fire, EMT) during Military Appreciation Month. Complimentary admission is valid from May 29 to June 13. Family members of eligible Heroes receive a $10 discount.
Michigan’s Adventure – Muskegon, MI
Michigan’s Adventure’s Tribute to the Armed Forces takes place on May 29-31, 2021. During the special Memorial Day weekend event, veterans and military personnel of the Armed Forces, National Guard and Reserve will receive free admission to the park. Eligible military personnel may also purchase additional tickets for up to six immediate family members at $27.00 each at the front gate.
Miller Ferry – Port Clinton, OH
Active U.S. Military Personnel and American Veterans will receive free passenger fare to Put-in-Bay or Middle Bass Island on Sat., May 29 through Memorial Day, May 31 with military ID.
Museum of Modern Art – New York, NY
One free admission to active duty military and family members with dependent IDs.
National Park Service
Free military annual passes are available to active duty military members and their families.
National Veterans Memorial and Museum – Columbus, OH
The National Veterans Memorial and Museum offers free admission and free parking to veterans, active duty, retired military, and Gold Star Families. Proof of service is required.
Sea World San Diego, Sea World Orlando, and Busch Gardens
Free admission for military members and their families through December 31, 2021. Participation may apply. Discount may also be valid at Sesame Place.
Silverwood Theme Park – Althol, ID
During Silverwood’s American Heroes Weekend, free admission is offered to all military personnel, veterans, police officers and firefighters (identification required). Immediate family members (spouse and children) can purchase tickets at a special discounted rate. American Heroes Weekend is offered over Memorial Day Weekend from May 29 – May 31, 2021.
Splashway Waterpark & Campground – Sheridan, TX
Active military, veterans, and hometown heroes (EMT, Fire, and Police), and their immediate family will receive 50% off tickets all Memorial Day weekend.
Sun Splash Water Park – Cape Coral, FL
On Memorial Day, May 31st, active or retired military, disabled veterans, and military reservists with ID or contract will receive free admission plus $3 off general admission for up to four family members.
Worlds of Fun – Kansas City, MO
During Military Days at Worlds of Fun, free admission is offered to all active duty military members and veterans of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Space Force and Coast Guard. Military Days are:
Armed Forces Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
2020 National/Online Military Appreciation Month Discounts
Leslie’s Pool Supplies
Leslie’s will be honoring military members and veterans during Memorial Day weekend with double it’s normal discount, offering those 10% off from May 22-25, 2020. Offer valid in-store and online.
Quiznos Sub
From May 22 – 25, current or former military members can get a free 8” sub with the purchase of an 8” sub and 2 bottled drinks.
Sleep Number
Military families receive an extra $100 off all Sleep Number® smart beds and adjustable bases with promo code from 5/7/20 – 5/31/20.
The Fresh Market
Veterans get a 10% three-day discount at all 159 stores and will begin on Saturday, May 23 and run through Monday, May 25. The The discount does apply to spouses of veterans as well as long as they show a military I.D.
Find more National Military Appreciation Month discounts or see Military Discounts valid year round.
