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Daily Email - Tuesday - 11/11/2025
Today, we pause to honor those who have served our country with courage and commitment. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on their sacrifices, celebrate their service, and extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who’ve worn the uniform, and to their families who’ve stood beside them.
After taking a moment to recognize the real heroes among us, it feels fitting to sprinkle in a little magic of our own. Piff the Magic Dragon pulls up with jokes, magic, and the tiniest wizard dog on Earth. We’re giving away two tickets so enter now and prepare to cackle.*
VETERANS DAY FREEBIES AND DISCOUNTS
From free coffee runs to full-on meals, local spots are stepping up to say thank you. Check out our guide to Veterans Day deals across Chicago, featuring restaurants, cultural institutions, and more that are giving back in big (and tasty) ways.
IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY
🎶 Veterans Day Celebration
Today at Brookfield Zoo (11AM-2:30PM)
A salute to service with the animals of Brookfield. Head to the zoo for performances and a community celebration honoring Chicago’s veterans. More here.
🏛 Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony
Today at Soldier Field (11AM)
Honor, remember, and reflect. The ceremony brings together veterans, families, and civic leaders for a morning of gratitude and remembrance. A timeless tradition, and one worth showing up for. Event details.
🎽 Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 – Chicago/Evanston
Saturday in Chicago (7:30AM)
Lace up and hit the trail in honor of service. Whether you’re running a brisk 5K, pushing through 10K, or conquering the half-marathon (13.1 miles), this day is about gratitude and movement. Find your distance & register.
🎟️ DO COOL STUFF
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Whether you’re out celebrating or just taking a moment to reflect, today’s about gratitude. So here’s to those who served, and to the city that knows how to honor them right.