From heartfelt ceremonies to exclusive deals at local eateries, here's a roundup of events and offers for veterans and the community to honor their service.

As we approach Veterans Day, metro Atlanta is gearing up to pay tribute to the brave people who have served our nation. From heartfelt ceremonies to exclusive deals at local eateries, here's a roundup of events and offers for veterans and the community to honor their service.

Veterans Day Events

Georgia Veterans Day Parade in Midtown Atlanta

Experience a spectacular parade honoring Georgia veterans with exhibits and equipment displays.

Date: November 11

Byers Theatre Veterans Day Tribute and Veterans Park Dedication

Join emcee John Pruitt, U.S. Army veteran, in a moving tribute to veterans before the official dedication ceremony at Sandy Springs' Veterans Park.

Date: November 10

Roswell Area Park Veteran’s Day Breakfast and Ceremony

Start the day with a special breakfast for veterans and their families, followed by an honor walk and ceremony.

Date: November 11

Veterans Day Cruz-In at American Legion

 Enjoy a display of classic, vintage, and military cars, food, music, and raffles.

Date: November 12

Georgia Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at Woodruff Arts Center

Military and veteran speakers will honor the nation’s men and women in uniform before the grand parade.

Date: November 11

Brook Run Park Veterans Day Ceremony

Hosted by Dunwoody Parks and Recreation with support from the VFW and Dunwoody Woman’s Club.

Date: November 11

Patriots Point Veterans Day Ceremony at Cauble Park

Extend your gratitude to those currently serving or who have served their country.

Date: November 11

Atlanta History Center Veterans Day Weekend Celebration

Engage in curator chats, walking tours, and veterans history project interviews.

Date: November 12

World of Coca-Cola Veterans Day Special

Military members enjoy free admission, and veterans get half-price tickets for a limited time.

Date: Nov. 3-12

Six Flags Over Georgia Veterans Weekend

Veterans and active military personnel receive complimentary park admission and parking.

Date: Nov. 11-12

Free Entrance Days at National Parks

Commemorate Veterans Day by exploring National Parks with free entrance.

Date: November 11

RELATED: Veterans and active duty military can get free meals and discounts on Veterans Day. Here's where.

Food and Restaurant Deals for Veterans Day

La Madeleine

Veterans with valid IDs receive 30% off their purchase on November 11.

Starbucks Veterans Day Free Coffee

Starbucks offers a free tall hot or cold brewed coffee for veterans, active military service members, and military spouses on Saturday, November 11.

STK Atlanta

Veterans and active duty military enjoy 50% off all food from November 10 to 12.

California Pizza Kitchen Veterans Day Free Entrée

Veterans and active duty military receive a free entrée and drink on Saturday, November 11, from a special Veterans Day Menu. Other guests dining with a veteran or active duty military member will receive a Buy one Get one free pizza, pasta, or salad coupon to come back between November 12 and November 21.

Scooter's Coffee

Veterans and active duty military can savor a free handcrafted drink of any size on Veterans Day.

Shane's Rib Shack

Free meals for veterans and military members from Nov. 9-11, including personal notes of thanks.

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe

Veterans can relish a free grilled chicken gyro with a choice of side and chips on Veterans Day, November 11.

Applebee's Veterans Day Free Meal

Veterans and active-duty members enjoy a free entrée on November 11 and a $5 Bounce Back Card.

iHop Veterans Day Free Pancakes

Veterans and active duty military personnel can indulge in a free stack of red, white, and blueberry pancakes on November 11 from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Dunkin' Veterans Day Free Donut

Retired and active military members can enjoy a free donut of their choice at any participating Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide on Veterans Day.

Golden Corral Buffet Military Appreciation Night

Military personnel can relish a free dinner at participating Golden Corral Buffet locations during Military Appreciation Night on November 13 from 5 p.m. to close.

Chili's Veterans Day Free Meal

All veterans and active military members can get one of four free meals on Saturday, November 11, at all participating Chili's locations. The choices include an Old Timer with Cheese, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, Three-Piece Crispers with fries, Chili or Soup with a side salad.

Krispy Kreme Free Donut Veterans Day

Veterans and active military members can visit any participating Krispy Kreme store in the U.S. for a free doughnut and small coffee on Saturday, November 11.

Hooters Veterans Day Free Meal

Hooters will give all veterans & active military members one of five free meal options on Saturday, November 11, at all participating locations. The choices include 10-piece Boneless Wings, Hooters Burger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and Buffalo Chicken Salad.

Red Robin Veterans Day Free Burger and Fries

Red Robin is offering veterans and military members a free Red's Big Tavern Burger and fries at participating locations on Saturday, November 11.