The last Monday in May is Memorial Day. This year it will be celebrated on May 30th, 2022. On this day, we honor those who have fallen while serving. Even though this weekend offers many freebies, we should all take the time to pause, remember, commemorate and reflect.
Freebies for Memorial Day in North Carolina were compiled by Offers.com. Restaurants that appreciate their customers want to recognize this special holiday by honoring those who have served. To help them spread the word, we have compiled the best food and drink deals they are offering, including discounts, free treats, and special meals. Check them all out below and thank you again to all who have served our country.
The Fresh Market
A Memorial Day Picnic Meal from The Fresh Market comes with everything you need for a quaint picnic, including your choice of Caprese or meat and cheese pinwheels, charcuterie tray, crackers, fruit tub, and dessert sampler box for only $49.99.
Miller’s Ale House
Current members of the military and Veterans can stop into Miller’s Ale House on Memorial Day, provide proof of service, and receive 50% off their entrée of choice.
Shoneys
Visit Shoney’s restaurant while wearing your uniform and receive 15% off your meal. This offer is good all year long.
Wendy’s
From May 23 through June 5, you can get a free Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger from Wendy’s when you order using the mobile app. Plus, score free delivery with any in-app delivery order.
Wingstop
This Memorial Day, you can enjoy Wingstop’s Monday special of 70-cent boneless wings.
Smokey Bones
A delicious deal that takes place every Monday at Smokey Bones, including this Memorial Day, is the BOGO Wings. When you buy 8 wings, you get 8 free! You can even buy 16 to get the same amount free too.
White Castle
Just in time for Memorial Day, White Castle is offering a $5 off coupon for The 1921 Slider Share-a-Meal. The deal is valid from May 27 to May 30.
Firebirds Grill
Dine with a Veteran, Active Duty Service Member, or Gold Star Family this Memorial Day and their lunch or dinner is free. Receive one free entrée, equal to or less than your entrée purchase. Dine-in only. Participating restaurants only. May 30th, 2022.
Sonic
Cooldown this Memorial Day by heading to Sonic to get Half Price drinks and slushes. To use the deal orders must be placed online or in the Sonic App. The restaurant offers deals daily from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
In honor of Memorial Day, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is giving customers 30% off on select retail products including coffees, teas, powders, and drinkware. Plus, you can get free Shipping on orders of $59 or more.
CiCi's Pizza
Cici’s Pizza offers military and veterans’ discounts at participating locations. The discounts vary by eatery.
Red Lobster
When visiting Red Lobster, show your military ID and get 10% off your meal on Memorial Day (and every Monday, in fact).
Outback Steakhouse
Honoring not only military veterans, servicemen, and women, Outback Steakhouse is taking 10% off their entire check all day, every day to celebrate all nurses, doctors, medical staff, police, firefighters, and first responders too (with valid medical, state or federal service ID).
Metro Diner
Slip-on your uniform and dine in at Metro Diner on Memorial Day to receive a 10% discount on your meal. In fact, every day of the year, Metro Diner honors all uniformed first responders and active or retired members of the military with a 10% discount. Also, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend, Metro Diner is introducing two new burgers to its menu—the Italian Bada Boom! Burger and the Hawaiian Burger. They are available for dining in, taking to-go, and delivery.
Long John Silver’s
When visiting Long John Silver’s, show your military ID and get 20% on Memorial Day (and every Monday, in fact).
Joe's Crab Shack
In the true spirit of Memorial Day, military members and veterans can dine at Joe’s Crab Shack on May 30 and receive 15% off their meal. Plus, order Joe’s Premium Margarita to receive a souvenir Tie Dye Shaker.
Dairy Queen
Certain Dairy Queen locations offer military and veterans discounts, though the discount can vary by store.
Carrabba’s
In honor of those who serve, this Memorial Day — and in fact, all year long — military service members and first responders receive a 10% off HEROES discount at Carrabba’s Italian Grill. Also, for a limited time, those wanting to thank a service member or first responder with a Carrabba’s meal, can purchase $50 in gift cards online and receive a $10 bonus card that can be redeemed between June 21 and Aug 21.
Bonefish Grill
Treat friends and family to a Bonefish Grill classic dish this Memorial Day weekend. The signature Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are served with warm flour tortillas, shredded romaine, tomatoes, and lime sour cream. It’s available as a Family Bundle, serving four, with a salad, cookies, and fresh bread, for just $49.90. Also, a terrific perk is that service members and first responders receive 10% off their meals at Bonefish Grill throughout the year.
Hooters
Just show a valid form of ID at any Hooters restaurant, and 20% will be taken off of your bill for takeout orders. This discount applies to all military personnel and is for food only, not alcohol.
Melting Pot
Participating Melting Pot locations offer military appreciation discounts throughout the year—often increasing the discount around Memorial Day.
Bojangles
Giving back to the military family is a priority to the folks at Bojangles. In honor of Military Appreciation Month (May), they have partnered with Folds of Honor to raise $400,000. Now through May 29, order an exclusive, camo-themed Big Bo Box, featuring your favorite Bojangles family meal (serving eight) and Bojangles will donate $1 to Folds of Honor.
Applebee’s
Dinner and a free movie? Say less! Applebee’s is giving guests who dine-in, carry out, or place a delivery order through the website or app with an order of $25 or more one free Fandango movie ticket to see a screening of Top Gun: Maverick. Anyone who spends over $50 will receive two tickets! This deal is valid now until June 12.
These Stores Will Be Open on Memorial Day in North Carolina
Target
Target will be open during regular hours on Memorial Day, meaning you can shop in-store from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
PDQ
To celebrate Memorial Day weekend, PDQ Guests can order a Memorial Day Party Pack from May 24-30 online and receive $10 off. The party pack features 25 crispy tenders, a catering-size mac & cheese side, and a half gallon of Petey’s Punch. This deal is only available when ordered online from the PDQ website or the MyPDQ mobile app. To apply the deal, customers will need to enter the discount code “MEMORIALDAY” at checkout. Find your nearest location here.
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Stores should be open regular hours (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) during the entirety of the holiday weekend, although it is possible that some locations may adjust to holiday hours, so be sure to double-check your local store before heading out near closing time. You can also take advantage of Academy’s curbside and in-store pickup options if you want to avoid spending time in stores or are in a hurry.
Big Lots
Stores will be open on Memorial Day during regular store hours from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Plus, Big Rewards shoppers can get early access to a ton of Memorial Day deals!
Home Depot
Home Depot stores are generally open during regular hours for Memorial Day. This will be 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. In fact, Memorial Day is a great time to shop for appliances, home goods, and gardening supplies since the hardware giant has an amazing sale.
Walmart
Walmart will be open during regular hours on Memorial Day. Hours differ slightly by location, but many stores are open from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Trader Joe's
Stores will be open during regular hours (8 a.m. to 9 p.m.) for Memorial Day shoppers.
Whole Foods
Whole Foods will be open during regular business hours (which vary by location) for Memorial Day shoppers. The only day Whole Foods stores close completely is on Christmas Day.
Starbucks
Most Starbucks locations will be open for Memorial Day, but their hours will vary by location
Sam's Club
Sam’s Club will be open on Memorial Day from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m
ABC Stores
All ABC stores in North Carolina will be open.
Lowes
Lowe’s will be open for regular store hours on Memorial Day, so you will be able to take advantage of their Memorial Day savings from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Macy's
Macy’s will be open during its regular Monday hours, which are typically 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. (this may vary from location to location, so be sure to check your specific store). Note, however, that curbside pickup closes two hours early.