A vast number of businesses across the United States are committed to supporting the military by offering discounts, freebies, and various other deals and benefits.
These discounts are widely available to those currently serving in the military as well as veterans. Family members who don’t serve can also take advantage of these discounts and can often do so without the serving military member or veteran being present.
In addition to year-round discounts, many businesses also offer specific deals and benefits on Veterans Day and Memorial Day.
You do not usually have to be a member of a specific military or veteran’s organization to get these discounts.
However, you might save even more money and enjoy better deals if you’re a member of a group like Veterans Advantage.
While discounts are available across a wide range of industries and stores, we’re going to focus on the deals you can take advantage of in the entertainment sector.
AMC Theaters
Participating AMC Theaters offer a military discount when you show your military ID at the box office.
The percentage discount differs from theater to theater, so if you have several nearby, give them a call to discover where you can get the best deal.
AMC Theaters’ discount applies against the price of standard evening tickets. You will still need to pay an additional surcharge for premium seating or 3D movie showings.
Angelika Film Center
The Angelika Film Center is new to offering military discounts. It currently only does so via its theater in Fairfax, VA. However, there are plans to roll out the military discount and make it available in its theaters in New York, Washington, Dallas, Plano, and San Diego.
To take advantage of this discount, sign up for an account at the Angelika Film Center website. As part of the sign-up process, Angelika Film Center will verify your military ID, allowing you to get discounted tickets on all showtimes.
The Angelika Film Center is new to offering military discounts. It currently only does so via its theater in Fairfax, VA.
The Angelika Film Center is new to offering military discounts. It currently only does so via its theater in Fairfax, VA.
APPLE
Apple runs a scheme called the Apple Veterans and Military Store. The scheme gives active military members, veterans, and family members living in the same household 10% off all Apple products and accessories.
To take advantage of 10% off Apple products, you need to show your military ID in-store or verify your identity on the Apple website, after which you can buy online.
AT&T
Active military members and veterans can enjoy 25% off AT&T Unlimited smartphone plans, inclusive of new Samsung handsets.
For Active Military Members
Active members of the military can sign-up with AT&T in-store with valid military ID or a recent paystub.
Military spouses can do so with a Department of Defense sponsorship card. It is also possible to sign-up with AT&T online by using and verifying a .ml email address.
For Veterans
The game’s soundtrack contains lyrics featuring explicit or frequent profanity, sexual references, or references to drug and alcohol use.
Veterans can sign-up with AT&T either in-store or online using a form of veterans ID, such as their ID card.
AT&T stores in some states do not accept a Veteran Designated Driver’s License as ID, so check before you travel if you intend to visit a store.
Audio Geeks
If you’re in the market for new audio equipment, you can enjoy 15% off at the Audio Geeks website.
Use discount code USMIL15 at the checkout to enjoy money off your new headphones, sub-woofer, or any other audio tech. A fantastic discount for putting together your home theater surround sound system!
Discount Code
USMIL15
Best Buy
Best Buy does not officially have a military discount program. However, some locations have been widely reported to offer 10% off purchases and up to 50% off Geek Squad services in-store.
It’s worth enquiring in-store or calling before you travel to determine whether you might get a discount. It’s worth noting that even if you can’t get a military discount, there is usually a raft of other deals available in Best Buy to take advantage of.
As of September 2020, there is no known online military discount for Best Buy.
Cinemark Movie Theaters
Similarly to AMC Theaters, military discounts are available only at selected Cinemark Movie Theater locations.
As there is no blanket policy across the Cinemark estate, the value of the discount and how you can apply it to your theater tickets may differ from location to location. View the eligible locations at the Cinemark website.
There are currently only discounts available for active military through Cinemark and no known discounts for veterans at any Cinemark locations.
Crutchfield
Crutchfield reportedly offers periodic discounts to active military and veterans, giving $25 off purchases of $250 or more.
However, some online forum users report being unable to take advantage of such a deal.
If you’re looking to buy audio or visual from Crutchfield, consider signing up for a military and veterans discount group for the best chance of finding a discount that will work.
Crutchfield reportedly offers periodic discounts to active military and veterans, giving $25 off purchases of $250 or more.
However, some online forum users report being unable to take advantage of such a deal.
If you’re looking to buy audio or visual from Crutchfield, consider signing up for a military and veterans discount group for the best chance of finding a discount that will work.
Dell
Dell offers a military discount of 10% to active military, veterans, and their families. You can also sometimes stack your 10% off to existing discounts and special offers.
To sign-up for Dell’s military discount program, you need to verify your military ID online. When you sign-up, you also get access to a range of Dell benefits, including:
Dell’s Rewards Account Program
The program allows you to earn up to 6% back in rewards, free delivery on all purchases, and exclusive offers
Access to Dell's private online
Access to Dell’s private online store and Dell’s best price guarantee when you shop and buy directly from Dell
Tech Support
24/7 tech support
International shipping
International shipping if stationed abroad
While 10% off is a great deal, it’s worth being aware of how the discount works. You get a 10% discount code per purchase, valid against one item. Therefore, if you wish to buy several products, you will need to request several vouchers.
Dish
DISH offers a fantastic deal for active military and veterans. They provide a specific military package that allows you to save over $500 across a two-year package.
This pack provides access to various standard channels and those tailored to military interests, including Smithsonian and American Heroes.
Active military and veterans also get their first on-demand movie rental free each month. You can also take the DVR account upgrade to enable you to stream and watch recorded shows from anywhere in the world on a mobile device.
Fandango
Fandango does not explicitly offer military and veterans discounts as a blanket policy.
As with most other theater chains and theater ticket sellers, discounts are controlled on a theater by theater basis. As such, discounts are only available on selected purchases, and the availability of discounted tickets may be limited.
When booking tickets via the Fandango
website
When booking tickets via the Fandango website, any available discounts to apply to your purchase will be displayed as you go through the buying process. Look out for anything labeled as “Military Discount” or other discounts you may be able to use.
Note some theaters offering military discounts do not provide these via Fandango. It is always worth checking other booking options to ensure you’re getting the best deal.
Fender Play
If you want to learn guitar, bass, or ukulele, or add to your existing skills, Fender Play offers a brilliant 30% off their annual plan with a military discount.
Active military, veterans, and immediate family members can all take advantage of this deal. To qualify, all you need to do is verify your military ID, and you can get started right away.
You can also qualify for the usual Fender Play benefits with your military discount, including 10% off all Fender equipment purchases.
Ford’s Theater
Ford’s Theater, in Washington D.C., offers an incredible 50% off show tickets for serving military, veterans, and their families.
This discount is available throughout the year, with the only exception being showings of A Christmas Carol.
Ford’s makes a point of trying to make a trip to the theater as affordable as possible anyway, so 50% off means you can see a show at an incredibly low price.
To get 50% off at Ford’s Theater, show your military or veteran ID when collecting tickets from the box office
GameStop
GameStop’s military discount program is relatively new, launching in 2019. However, it’s already proven to be hugely popular. It is ideal for active military, veterans, and their families who enjoy gaming to relax.
GameStop’s military discount applies in-store only and is not currently available online. You can get 10% off your purchases, whether you’re buying new or pre-owned hardware and software. You can use your discount against the purchase of collectibles, too.
Hewlett Packard
Hewlett Packard (HP) has a long and storied history of working with the United States military in various guises.
20% Discount
As well as continuing this legacy, HP also offers a standard 20% discount on purchases of computers, printers, and accessories. On selected products and during promotional periods, the discount offered may be up to 35%!
To get your discount, you need to sign-up for an account on the HP website and verify your military ID, after which your discount will automatically apply to any purchases.
Houston Ballet
Houston Ballet offers a 25% discount for active military, veterans, and their families.
Active and retired first responders and their families can also take advantage of this discount.
To get the discount
Box office booking
You need to show your relevant ID at the box office
Online booking
If booking tickets over the phone, mention your military status when making the booking. Tickets will be held for your arrival and verification of ID, so you are charged the discounted price
You can also arrange to collect your tickets early as an extra benefit if you wish.
Hulu
Hulu offers active military and veterans one-month free & 10% off all subsequent months for the first year of a subscription.
However, you cannot get this discount directly through Hulu.
First sign up to the Army & Air Force Exchange Service
Through which you will be able to sign up to Hulu and take advantage of this deal
Lenovo
- Std. Discount on Normal Days
Lenovo offers a military discount of a minimum of 7% as standard.
- Extra Discount on special events
However, Lenovo frequently increases this value around events like Veterans Day. Your discount may get you up to 25% off selected products at certain other times.
- Militaty Discount with other promotions
You can also use your Lenovo military discount with other promotions, helping you to achieve an even more significant saving. You can use the discount to purchase any Lenovo products, including laptops, smartphones, tablets, and accessories.
- Std. Discount on Normal Days
Lenovo offers a military discount of a minimum of 7% as standard.
- Extra Discount on special events
However, Lenovo frequently increases this value around events like Veterans Day. Your discount may get you up to 25% off selected products at certain other times.
- Military Discount with other promotions
You can also use your Lenovo military discount with other promotions, helping you to achieve an even more significant saving. You can use the discount to purchase any Lenovo products, including laptops, smartphones, tablets, and accessories.
Lenovo works with APO Box to facilitate the shipping of your new Lenovo to wherever you are stationed.
To take advantage of this discount, choose the “Military Discount” option at the checkout and verify your ID.
Marcus Theaters
As with other theater chains, the discount available depends on the theater location. However, military discount is a blanket policy across the chain, so you will always get at least some benefit.
One commonly run promotion found at Marcus Theaters see tickets for active military and veterans priced at $7.50.
To take advantage of this discount, show your military ID at the box office.
Microsoft
Microsoft offers active, former, and retired military up to 10% off its products, including laptops, Xbox gaming consoles and subscriptions, and services like Office 365, via its Microsoft Store for Military.
You can take advantage of this discount in-store, online, or by calling Microsoft’s customer service team to purchase over the phone.
Motorola
Motorola gives active military and veterans 10% off all products on its website, including smartphones, wearable tech, home security cameras, and technology for outdoor use.
Instead of signing up for an account
Verify your military ID using the Identit-e or ID.me services
Once you have verification, your chosen service will provide you with a unique promo code to enter at the Motorola checkout
The code will take the 10% saving off your bill
Musician’s Friend
Musician’s Friend offers a 10% discount on single-item purchases of more than $199, with a maximum discount cap of $500
To take advantage of this discount, you will need to verify your military ID using the SheerID service. Upon verification of your ID, you will get your unique discount code to enter at the Musician’s Friend checkout.
OTL Seat Filler Club
The OTL (On the List) Seat Filler Club doesn’t offer a military discount in the traditional sense. Instead, it offers a specific price tier for active military. This price tier is also open to seniors, first responders, teachers, and students.
For New Subscription
$29.99
You will pay the lowest available price for a three-month subscription
After 3 months
$9.99
The price drops to $9.99 per month, also the cheapest subscription the OTL Seat Filler Club offers
If you love going to the theater and watching shows, this is a great way to get out and be entertained, and is likely to be even cheaper than taking advantage of military discounts at the theater!
Pandora
Pandora offers a Premium Military Plan with a fantastic free-trial and a price lower than a regular Pandora plan.
For New Subscription
Free 6 Months
Verifying your military or veterans ID entitles you to a 60-day free trial
After 6 months
$7.99
Followed by membership of the Premium Military Plan at just $7.99 per month, a saving of 20% against the regular plan price of $9.99 per month.
On the Premium Military Plan, you can take advantage of all the following Pandora’s features.
- uninterrupted ad-free listening
- creating playlists
- offline listening
- high-quality audio playback
Regal Movie Theaters
Regal Movie Theaters offer a military discount as standard. Still, the level and availability of discount will depend on each specific theater.
To get your discount at a Regal theater, show your military ID at the box office.
Samsung
Samsung offers discounts of up to 30% across its online store. You can use your discount on everything from smartphones to home appliances such as refrigerators or even a new smart TV.
If you’re building a home theater space to enjoy when you’re home, 30% off with Samsung is a fantastic way to save money on your project!
Helpfully, if you shop for your next purchase via the Samsung military discount program page on the website, you are shown the final price you will pay, inclusive of any active discounts and deals plus the applicable military discount.
To take advantage of up to 30% off your next Samsung purchase
$7.75
For general admission viewings in the evening
$5.75
For afternoon viewings
Showtime
Sign-up for a standard 30-day free trial with Showtime, and at the end of your trial, you can enjoy a 50% discount on the first three paid months of your subscription.
To take advantage of this discount, you must verify your military ID using the ID.me service. This deal is also available to first responders, teachers, students, nurses, and any government employees.
SiriusXM
SiriusXM offers active military personnel, veterans, and their families a 25% discount on their subscription, enabling you to take out a streaming plan for as little as $8.24 per month.
25%
discount
$8.24
streaming plan per month
114
channels of ad-free music
Your discounted plan gives you full access to over 140 channels of ad-free music, which you can stream from any of your media devices.
Straz Center
Active military and first responders can take advantage of periodic discounts to watch shows at the Straz Center in Tampa. The Straz Center does not make public the discount it offers, meaning it likely changes depending on the availability of tickets and specific shows’ popularity.
Note it is not possible to get your discount when you book your tickets in advance or hold them over the phone or online. You must visit the box office to enquire about the availability of tickets and discounts, and then present your military ID if applicable.
Targus
Targus offers 25% off all products when you shop online, whether you’re looking for a new bag for your laptop, case for your iPad, or a docking station for your devices.
25%Discount
To get your 25% off at Targus, visit the Targus website, from where you will be directed to the SheerID service to verify your military ID and get your discount.
Tidal
Tidal offers a fantastic 40% discount on both its Premium and HiFi subscription packages. All you need to do is sign up to Tidal with your military or veteran ID. You will get a 30-day free trial, after which you will automatically move onto your discounted subscription package.
Premium subscription
$5.99
HiFi subscription
$11.99
The main difference in subscription packages is the sound quality. The HiFi tier gives you lossless High Fidelity sound when enjoying music streaming, podcasts, and video content.
T-Mobile
T-Mobile offers a variety of military discounts to active service personnel, veterans, and their families. You can take advantage of up to 50% off a T-Mobile service plan, while you can take out up to 12 lines depending on your family’s size and how many phone devices you need.
Using your military discount also enables you to take advantage of all T-Mobile’s other benefits and features.
To take advantage of this offer
Take out a new T-Mobile plan
You need first to take out a new T-Mobile plan. It is recommended you take out a specific plan highlighted as offering a military discount to ensure your offer is applied correctly
Upload and verify your military ID
Once you have signed up for your new plan, you must upload and verify your military ID via your T-Mobile profile
Discount will be applied
Completing this process will see T-Mobile automatically apply the discount
To take advantage of this offer
Take out a new T-Mobile plan
You need first to take out a new T-Mobile plan. It is recommended you take out a specific plan highlighted as offering a military discount to ensure your offer is applied correctly
Upload and verify your military ID
Once you have signed up for your new plan, you must upload and verify your military ID via your T-Mobile profile
Discount will be applied
Completing this process will see T-Mobile automatically apply the discount.
SEAT UP
All active military and veterans qualify for FREE black tray tables on Octane Seating orders of 3 seats or more – $105 value ($35 per tray).
The Octane swivel tray table is constructed with a matte black surface along with a solid 100% aluminum post, allowing you to enjoy a true cinematic experience in the comfort of your own home. Our table offers an exclusive “grip technology” that minimizes items from sliding on the table surface. It is scratch and fingerprint resistant, designed for long lasting every day use. Simply slide the post into the Accessory Dock situated in front of the cup holders and it is ready to use.
Verizon
Verizon offers active military and veterans a 15% discount on new monthly service plans and a 25% discount on all Verizon accessories.
When you sign-up for this discount, the Verizon website sends you to the Veteran’s Advantage website to set up your account and verify your military ID. Save yourself some time by signing up for Veteran’s Advantage and going directly from there!
Vet Tix
Create an account with Vet Tix, and you may be able to receive free, donated tickets to specific events or discounts.
The Vet Tix “Hero’s Wish” program enables you to submit events or shows you and your family would like to attend but cannot afford to do so, and wait for donations.
The possibilities to save money with military discounts are enormous. Businesses across the United States are passionate about thanking you for your service. As part of their thanks, they are committed to offering you incredible deals and discounts!
Remember that the outlets we have included here are just those related to entertainment.
Across the United States, you can save money on everything from cars – discounts of at least $500 are typical – to gym memberships, and even take advantage of deals on financial products like credit cards and insurance.
It’s also worth remembering that not everywhere that offers a discount actively advertises so.
If you’re carrying your military ID, ask about a discount, whether you’re at the theater, the consumer electronics store, or the car dealership!
