Black Friday and Cyber Monday are hailed as the chief shopping holidays of November, but Veterans Day surprises with its share of noteworthy sales.
The oft-overlooked holiday may not bring long lines or frenzied crowds to shopping malls, but it does come with solid deals on apparel, home goods and seasonal merchandise.
Squeeze in some holiday shopping before the Black Friday and Cyber Monday rush at these Veterans Day sales.
Amazon
Ends Nov. 11
This November, most of the attention is on Amazon’s “Countdown to Black Friday” deals, which include daily and weekly special offers on tech, toys, kitchen items and more. However, the massive online marketplace hasn’t forgotten about Veterans Day. Here are some of the deals Amazon is offering for the holiday:
— Up to 50 percent off select patriotic items.
— 20 percent or more off select clothing, shoes and jewelry.
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Eddie Bauer
Ends Nov. 16
In honor of Veterans Day, the outdoor apparel retailer is running a sitewide savings event. Eddie Bauer’s sale will include these offers:
— Up to 60 percent off everything.
— 50 percent off all fleece.
— Free shipping on orders of more than $49.
— 10 percent of the proceeds from The Hero’s Project Collection will be donated to programs supporting injured veterans.
Kmart
Ends Nov. 11
During Veterans Day weekend, Kmart is enticing shoppers with a “Holiday Blowout.” Top deals include:
— 70 percent off fine jewelry.
— 30 percent off select watches.
— 40 percent off women’s and kids boots.
— 20 percent off family casual footwear.
— 40 percent off family outerwear.
— 25 percent off trees.
— 20 percent off lighting and holiday decor.
— 25 percent off fashion bedding.
— 20 percent off furniture.
— 10 percent off toys.
— 15 percent off sporting goods.
— 10 to 40 percent off everything else.
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L.L. Bean
Ends Nov. 14
For the holiday, L.L. Bean is discounting select apparel and accessories. Veterans Day offers include:
— 25 percent off the Veterans Day collection.
— 25 percent off Bean Boots.
— Free shipping on all orders.
Macy’s
Ends Nov. 12
Macy’s hosts a Veterans Day sale every year, rewarding shoppers with sitewide savings. This year, the department store will offer these deals:
— 20 percent off sitewide with promo code VETS.
— Free shipping on orders of more than $49
Nordstrom
Ends Nov. 12
From now and through Veterans Day weekend, Nordstrom is saying goodbye to the season with a “Fall Sale.” During the savings event, the department store will offer 40 percent off apparel and home goods.
Sears
Ends Nov. 25
Sears is hosting a “Holiday Blowout.” Highlights include:
— Up to 40 percent off major appliances.
— 50 percent off coats and jackets.
— An extra 10 percent off mattresses.
— 25 percent off trees and holiday decor.
— 10 to 50 percent off tools.
— 10 to 50 percent off everything else.
World Market
Ends Nov. 26
This year, World Market is kicking off a sale on furniture and home goods. Here are the details:
— 40 percent off all furniture with promo code FURNSALE.
— Free shipping on select decor (ends Nov. 13).
Food and restaurant deals. Retailers aren’t the only ones celebrating Veterans Day. To commemorate the holiday, restaurants and fast-food joints are treating veterans to free meals and treats.
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Be sure to call your local restaurant to verify participation. To receive these offers, you may be required to provide proof of service.
— Applebee’s. Free entree from special menu for veterans with ID on Nov. 11.
— Chili’s. Free entree from special menu for veterans and active military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Denny’s. Free Build-Your-Own-Grand-Slam for inactive and active military personnel with ID from 5 a.m. to noon on Nov. 11.
— Dunkin’ Donuts. Free doughnut for veterans and active-duty military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Friendly’s. Free Big-Two-Do breakfast or burger for veterans and active military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Gatti’s Pizza. Free buffet or medium one-topping carryout pizza for veterans and active military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Hooters. Free meal from a special menu for veterans and active military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Little Caesars. Free lunch combo for veterans with ID from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day.
— McCormick & Schmick’s. Free entree for veterans and their parents and spouse with ID on Nov. 5.
— Mimi’s Cafe. Free entree from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Olive Garden. Free entree from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Panera Bread. Free breakfast sandwich for veterans and active-duty military with ID from open to 10 a.m. on Nov. 11. Select locations only.
— Peet’s Coffee. Free drip coffee or tea for veterans on Nov. 11.
— Red Lobster. Free appetizer or dessert from a special menu for veterans, reserve and active-duty military with ID on Nov. 11.
— Sizzler. Free lunch from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military with ID until 4 p.m. on Nov. 11.
— TGI Fridays. Free lunch valued up to $12 for veterans with ID from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 11.
— White Castle. Free combo meal for veterans and active military with ID on Nov. 11.
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