These Charlotte businesses are offering freebies to military members, vets on Memorial Day

Recognized as a federal holiday for more than half a century, Memorial Day is a time when Americans honor the soldiers who died while serving our country.

Some Charlotte businesses are commemorating the holiday by offering free food, services and discounts to active military personnel and veterans, including coffee, car washes and admission to a few of Charlotte’s best attractions.

If you are a service member, here are some deals you and your family can take advantage of during Memorial Day weekend.

Americanos at CLUTCH Coffee Bar

Where: CLUTCH Coffee Bar

Rock Hill: 2027 Celanese Rd., Rock Hill, SC 29732

Mooresville: 356 Williamson Rd., Mooresville, NC 28117

Mooresville: 154 W Plaza Dr., Mooresville, NC 28117

When: All day May 27

What to know: To commemorate Memorial Day, CLUTCH Coffee is giving out free americanos to past and present service members all day long. Veterans and active duty service members can visit any location to pick up their free coffee. Former and current service members also receive a 10% discount on all menu items all year.

Car washes at Whistle Express

Where: Whistle Express, 9121 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28273

When: All day May 27

What to know: Whistle Express is showing its support to the military community by offering a free car wash for all veterans and active military personnel. Anyone with a military ID can participate in the promotion at any Whistle Express location.

Free admission to Carowinds

Where: Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28277

When: May 24-27

What to know: Carowinds is honoring military personnel by offering free admission with a valid military ID to the theme park during its Military Days event. Military members can also purchase up to six discounted tickets for $39.99 each.

Burgers from Keith Clinic and StarMed

Where: Keith Clinic Estramonte Chiropractic, 4016 Triangle Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208

When: May 27, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

What to know: Keith Clinic and StarMed are giving out 1,000 reusable lunch bags with a bacon double cheeseburger, bag of chips, and a chocolate chip cookie. Guests will receive one bag per person and bags will be distributed on a first-come first-served basis until supplies last. The event will be drive-through, so no walk-ups will be allowed.

Visit Discovery Place

Where: Discovery Place Science, 168 W. 6th St., Charlotte, NC 28202

When: May 25-27

What to know: During Discovery Place’s Military Appreciation Weekend, active military members and USAA members can receive up to four complimentary admission tickets to the museum and four free IMAX tickets. Valid military IDs or USAA membership cards are required for the promotion.

This story was originally published May 24, 2024, 11:55 AM.