Join us for the Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, starting at 10:30am on Main Street in Collinsville.



Join us for the Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, starting at 3 p.m. on Main Street in Edwardsville. After the parade, all are invited to the American Legion Post #199 for an after party as we continue to honor those who have served. Let’s come together to show our gratitude and support for our veterans!



Applebee's For the 18th consecutive year, we’re offering Veterans and Active Duty Military a special Veterans Day meal on Tuesday 11/11, where they can select from delicious entrées at Applebee’s across the country (Dine-in only). Stay tuned for news and updates.



Bob Evans On Veterans' Day, we're honored to provide a comforting meal to veterans and active-duty military. On November 11, 2024 we'll be offering a special menu of seven homestyle favorites available to veterans and active duty military FREE* at their local Bob Evans Restaurant.



East Alton Ice Arena would love to see as many Veterans as we can! Thank you for your service. Come skate and bring your families from 11am- 12:30pm, entirely FREE public skating session!



Edwardsville Children's Museum will have FREE admission for Veterans, Active Duty and their families! Saturday, Nov. 8th and Tuesday, Nov. 11th! Tuesday will include a special craft! Sponsored by Scott Credit Union



Kruta's Collinsville Bakery On Veteran’s Day, to honor our amazing veterans and their spouses, we are offering both of you a free coffee and two donuts or a pastry. Plus one $5.00 gift certificate!



On Veterans Day 2025, Little Little Caesars is offering current and former U.S. military members a free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo featuring four slices of pizza and a 20-ounce Pepsi product.



Magic House 2025 NOT POSTED, but had specials in 2021-2024. Attention Veterans! You and your immediate family get in FREE to the The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum on Sunday! No reservations needed, just show your military ID at the door.



Peel Veterans and Active Duty Military will receive a FREE Entrée at any location! We are so grateful for your service!



This Veterans Day, November 11, we’re offering FREE haircuts to veterans at participating Sport Clips locations – it’s our way to give back to those who’ve given so much.



222 Artisan Bakery Tue - Thur: 7am to 3pm, Fri & Sat: 7am to 6pm, Sun: 7am to 1pmBake Artisan Breads & Pastries Daily. Proud to serve local Goshen Coffee. Sandwiches Tues-Thur and Pizzas Fri & Sat.



Blue Ice Creamery 11am-9pm Mon-Thurs, 11am-10pm Fri/Sat, closed Sundays. Specializing in super premium small batch ice cream. Has a full hot and cold coffee bar, cold brew, milk shakes, 5 different types of hot chocolate, homemade chili, and more. All waffle products made in house. Veteran owned. Open Year Round!



Coffee Box Open 6am - 6pm. Serving coffee, tea, and yogurt smoothies. A veteran-owned company that works to cut the cost of coffee while still providing a great cup of Joe.



Germania Brew Haus A coffee shop by day and self-serve craft beer taproom by evening. A veteran and locally owned business. Swing by for a coffee, a beer, or both!



Michael's Coffee Shop 6am- 1pm Monday-Saturday. Hot and Cold coffees and Teas, a bakery, and lots of snacks and sweets. Fred (the co-owner) is a Navy vet. Order online for curbside orders.



Teaspoons Cafe Monday-Friday 6:30-3 weekends 7-3
A Veteran and family owned Cafe, with fresh made to order breakfast and lunch. We also have over 50 different loose leaf teas. We also serve Kaldis Coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, and frappes.



Etherton Hardwoods Manufactures rustic wooden American Flags that feature hand carved stars and charred wood with raised grain style. Founded by a veteran, employ veterans, and support veteran charities.



Glitzy Sapphire Creations Makes custom tumblers and mugs for all seasons. Veteran owned.



MCT Custom Patriotic, Religious, and custom apparel. New designs monthly. Most items are ONLY $10 (not including shipping)! Made by a US Airforce Vet.



Simple Xpressions Creates hand stamped jewelry, engraved jewelry, and custom pieces. A local and veteran owned business. Made of high quality stainless steel that will not tarnish, fade or stain skin. Each ring or necklace is made-to-order.



Adventures of Intrigue

Challenge your clue searching and puzzle solving skills in a mystery adventure for all ages. Help save the missing dragons, unlock the storybook, or solve a murder with friends. When I scheduled our adventure, I didn't think there was any way we would all leave satisfied. I was terrified to imagine the horror on staff faces as we ran through the building. I was very wrong! I watched my 3 year old find clues and my 13 year old working with her siblings. Somehow the family challenges were low enough to involve my littlest while leaving a challenge we all had to work to solve. The staff were incredibly encouraging and forgiving as I repeated, "walk guys" while hurrying throughout the building.

A boy and girl unlock the storybook to see if they returned the magic at Adventures of Intrigue in Saint Louis, Missouri. The volcano shoots smoke into the air at Adventures of Intrigue in Saint Louis, Missouri. A boy and girl use a magnifying glass to look at a hologram on a screen at Adventures of Intrigue in Saint Louis, Missouri.



Great For: All ages and interests. Our 3, 5, and 13 year old all loved the challenge!

Don't Miss: The magnifying glasses that make screens into hallograms and the Egyptian room!

Drawbacks: There are SO MANY fascinating decorations to see and interact with. Setting ground rules with littles beforehand will make life much easier. I recommend "walking feet" and "we're a team that stays together".

Hours:
Wednesday and Thursday 4pm- 9pm
Friday 2pm- 9pm
Saturday 10am- 9pm
Sunday 12pm- 6pm

Prices:
*Mention Madison County Kids for 25% off!*
Prices start at $20 per person for a 45 minute adventure.

Copious Technologies Offering computer sales, repair, networking, and more. Optimize devices to run faster and more reliably while eliminating problems. Started by an Army Veteran.



Core Elite Tumble and Cheer Gymnastics and cheer lessons for children 3 and older. A lighthearted atmosphere and sense of community.



Gili Heating & Cooling On the job same day 90% of the time. Customer service is their motto. No job is too small or too large. Open 24 hours every day. Family operated.



J&L Champion Heating and Cooling Specializes in new construction, installation upgrades and service calls on all equipment.



Keppler's Auto Service Routine maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and replacement of automobiles. Owned and operated by a US air-force veteran.



Olde Wicks Factory A historic special event center from 1905. Features stained glass, exposed brick, and outdoor space. Three spaces to accommodate gatherings. Also offer a bridal suite.



Pristine Cleaning Professional, Residential, and Commercial cleaning. Served in the Navy Reserves for 8 years.



Premiere Cleaning Roof & Exterior Cleaning A family business that does Exterior Cleaning.



St. Jacob Automotive A family business, NAPA Auto Care Center, with general automotive services to include oil, tires, brakes, shocks, exhaust, batteries, diagnostic & more.



Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical Satisfaction 100% Guaranteed.



Veteran's Pride Wildlife Control A family & veteran owned and operated business to solve nuisance wildlife needs. Offers 24 hour service for emergency situations.



Blue Ice Creamery 10% discount for veterans.



Denny's 20% OFF for Veterans/Military every Thursday



Kyoto 10% discount for veterans when server is told about veteran status.



Lion’s Choice offers a 20% discount daily for veterans and active-duty military by showing a valid ID. Click here for locations.



Silly Grandma's Sweet Creations Cookies, cupcakes, and more. 10% off total for active military, veterans, and first responders.



Teaspoons Cafe A Veteran and family owned Cafe Offers a 20% discount for veterans!