Veterans Day Deals and Freebies Around Tampa Bay
Veterans Day is coming up on Monday, November 11, 2024. To honor the men and women who have served our country, several places around Tampa Bay are offering freebies and discounts as a way to say thank you.
Keep checking back – we’ll be adding more deals as they come.
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Veterans Day Deals in Tampa Bay
Florida Aquarium
Friday, November 8-Monday, November 11
701 Channelside Dr., Tampa
To honor and show appreciation for the brave men and women who have served our country, The Florida Aquarium is inviting all military service members to visit for free over Veterans Day weekend. Any active duty, veteran, retired or drilling reservist, National Guardsmen, or honorably/medically discharged member can is eligible. Admission must be redeemed in person at The Florida Aquarium ticket window with valid US Military ID or DD Form 214.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Through November 18
10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa
Busch Gardens is honoring veterans in a few ways. Veterans and active military can receive a special discount on park admission to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island through December 31, 2025 for $152.99 for unlimited visits. Veterans may purchase up to six Military Passes.
Through November 18, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will have a dedicated “Waves of Honor” priority entry lane at the Busch Gardens front gate entrance for Veterans and their families. From November 9-11, a separate entrance will be located at Nairobi Gate near the front gate entrance for celebrating Veterans and their families.
Metro Lagoons
Through December 31
31885 Overpass Rd, Wesley Chapel
16881 Lagoon Shore Blvd, Wimauma
As a thank you to all those who protect our country, Military members and Veterans will recieve FREE admission at Epperson Lagoon or Southshore Bay Lagoon for them and one guest. Reservations can be made here
Veterans Day Parade at Main Street Zephyrhills
Saturday, November 9 at 10 am
Main Street Zephyrhills
Join Main Street Zephyrhills for a free Veterans Day Parade! Come out and show your support in the Historic Downtown Zephyrhills. It’s a fantastic opportunity for our community to show appreciation and celebrate those who have served.
Honoring our Heroes – Yacht Starship
November 9 and 10
Tampa & Clearwater
This weekend, Veterans and active Military sail for free on the Yacht Starship. With proof of Military ID, members can enjoy a free brunch or dinner cruise. Use code VETERANS24 when booking online.
Veterans Day Celebration
November 11 from 11 am-12 pm
250 Shore Dr. E, Oldsmar
Head to Oldsmar Veterans Park for a free event featuring Keynote Speaker, US Air Force Colonel Jeff Mrazik.
Free Admission the Kennedy Space Center
November 11-17
Kennedy Space Center, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
In celebration of Veterans Day, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex honors US Military Veterans as well as active and retired members with complimentary admission. They can also receive half off admission for up to four guests. Status must be verified with proper ID or through ID.me.
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