November is National Veterans and Military Families Month, with Veterans Day on November 11, a time to honor the service and sacrifice of those who have served. To recognize their invaluable contributions, New York State offers veterans and active military personnel a variety of discounts and free admission to attractions across the state—not only on Veterans Day but throughout the month of November and year-round.

Museums and Historical Sites | Arts & Culture | Outdoor Recreation | Family Fun | Food & Drinks | Lodging

Museums and Historical Sites
Air Force aircraft on display as people walk beneath it

Arts & Culture
A black grand piano looking out at the ornate interior, bright lights, and red seats of Carnegie Hall

Outdoor Recreation
A bridge spans a rushing waterfall at Letchworth State Park

  1. Free vehicle entry to state parks and Department of Environmental Conservation-operated campgrounds and day use areas, boat launch sites, historic sites, arboretums and park preserves
  2. Free greens fees at state park-operated golf courses
  3. Free swimming pool entrance at pools operated by state parks
  4. Discounted campsite and cabin rentals at state parks- and DEC-operated campgrounds

Family Fun
The entrance to LEGOLAND New York

Credit: @kathybuccio on Instagram
  • Aquarium of Niagara, Niagara Falls - Free admission for veterans and active-duty military members on Saturday-Monday, 11/09/24-11/11/24
  • Buffalo Botanical Garden, Buffalo - Free admission for veterans on Veterans Day, 11/11/24 and Veterans Day Parade, 11/2/24
  • Explore & More, Buffalo - Free admission for veterans and active-duty military members on Saturday, 11/9/24 and Monday, 11/11/24 and on Veterans Day the museum will offer various activities and programs that highlight the dedication of military and veterans
  • LEGOLAND® NY, Goshen - Free 1-day park tickets for all active-duty military members and veterans for the month of November and in addition to free admission, service members can also enjoy 50% off 1-day tickets for up to six accompanying guests
  • National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum, Cooperstown - Free admission for veterans for the month of November plus $10 off admission fee for veterans year-round and free admission for active-duty military members
  • Summit One Vanderbilt, Manhattan - Free admission for veterans and active-duty military members plus 25% off for up to four guests of military family. To receive your free military ticket, message their contact form and choose "Military" as the reason for inquiry
  • Top of the Rock, Manhattan - 50% off admission fee for veterans and active-duty military members and discount also available for up to four guests. Tickets must be purchased at box office with ID
  • Westchester Children’s Museum, Rye - Free admission for active-duty military members and their families with ID
  • Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo and Queens Zoo, Multiple Locations - Free admission for veterans and active-duty military members or limited admission ticket for themselves and 50% off admission for up to three guests. Advance ticket reservation required. Use promotional code MILITARYNYA for active-duty personnel and VETERANNYA for veterans during checkout. Must be present with ID

Food & Drinks
Vineyard view with winery building in the forefront

  • Milea Estate Vineyards, Staatsburg - Discounted wine for veterans during “Thanksgiving Uncorked Walking Wine Tasting” on Saturday, 11/16/24 and veterans will also receive a 25% discount on any wine purchased at event
  • Morgan's Farm Market, Marion - 10% off for veterans
  • New Hope Mills, Auburn - Veterans receive a free breakfast the first Wednesday of each month
  • Palmer Vineyards, Riverhead - 10% off the entire check for veterans
  • Paumanok Vineyards, Aquebogue - 10% off the entire check for veterans
  • The Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park - Free meal for veterans on Tuesday, 11/12/24 at one of the student-run restaurants on CIA campus: The American Bounty Restaurant (reservations required); The Bocuse Restaurant (reservations required); Apple Pie Bakery Cafe (valued up to $20); or The Egg (valued up to $15) 

Lodging
Hotel sign in front of side-view of hotel surrounded by plants, flowers, and American flags

  • Southampton Inn, Southampton - 25% off stay for veterans and active-duty military members for the month of November and veterans and active-duty military members eat for free at Claude’s Restaurant on Sunday, 11/10/24
  • The Andes Hotel, Andes - 25% off any meal at The Andes Hotel Restaurant for veterans and active-duty military members, Thursday-Sunday, 11/7/24-11/10/24

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