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A volunteer places American flags on Boston Common ahead of Memorial Day, Wednesday. May 26, 2021, in Boston. After more than a year of isolation, American veterans are embracing plans for a more traditional Memorial Day. They say wreath-laying ceremonies, barbecues at local vets halls and other familiar events are a welcome chance to reconnect with fellow service members and renew solemn traditions honoring the nation’s war dead. (AP Photo/Josh Reynolds)

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – In addition to ceremonies, parades and cookouts, Memorial Day Weekend also brings savings.

10 On Your Side has compiled a list of local and national deals to help you save some cash.


Applebee’s – May 16 and through June 12, Applebee’s is offering one free Fandango movie ticket to Top Gun: Maverick with the purchase of $25 or more at Applebee’s for dine-in, to-go or delivery through the Applebee’s website or mobile app. If you spend $50 or more, you’ll get two tickets.

Bonefish Grill – The restaurant offers a 10% Military Discount every day with a valid ID. There’s a location in Virginia Beach.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg – U.S. Military Veterans, Retirees and Inactive Ready Reservists are eligible to receive exclusive deals on admission. Click here for details.

Carabba’s – In honor of Memorial Day (and all year long), military service members and first responders will receive a 10% off HEROES discount at Carrabba’s Italian Grill. For more information, visit https://www.carrabbas.com/.

Colonial Williamsburg – A joint effort with Blue Star Museums, Colonial Williamsburg offers one (1) single day museum ticket for active duty military personnel and up to 5 family members to the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. This offer is valid from Saturday, May 21, through Labor Day, September 5, 2022.

Greene Turtle – Offers a year-round 15% off discount for military personnel. There’s a location in Hampton.

Outback Steakhouse – All service men and women receive 10% off their meal year-round with a valid ID, There are several locations in Hampton Roads.

Virginia Beach Town Center Military Monday Deals:

Beginning Monday, May 30, 2022 (Memorial Day), select businesses in Town Center of Virginia Beach will offer military discounts for the summer. All members of the military (active, retired, and spouse) can enjoy the following military discounts every Monday from May 30 – September 5, 2022.