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Where To Find Military Discounts Near Apple Valley

From a brand partner: Restaurants, home improvement stores and other businesses in the area offer discounts for those who serve.

Many businesses in and around Apple Valley offer military discounts, though offers and eligibility may vary by location, so it’s best to confirm details directly with each business.
Many businesses in and around Apple Valley offer military discounts, though offers and eligibility may vary by location, so it’s best to confirm details directly with each business. ((Shutterstock))

Many businesses in and around Apple Valley offer discounts for military members, veterans and sometimes their families as a way to recognize those who serve. Consider this a starting point for finding military discounts nearby. Because offers and eligibility can change and may vary by location, it’s a good idea to check with each business directly to confirm current details and any required military ID or verification.


The Minnesota Zoo

13000 Zoo Boulevard
Apple Valley, MN

Whether you visit to see the red pandas or sand tiger sharks, the zoo has something for everyone. The zoo has in the past offered free admission to military personnel and veterans during the month of November; check its website later this year to see updates for 2026.

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Rosemount Cinema (Rosemount)

15280 Carrousel Way
Rosemount, MN

The Rosemount Cinema offers a comfortable viewing experience, with recliners and concessions available. Like many cinemas in the Marcus Theatres chain, the Rosemount offers $8.50 movie tickets to active and retired military with valid ID.

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Home Depot

15101 Flagstaff Ave
Apple Valley, MN

The home-improvement chain’s Apple Valley location offers appliances, tools, garden supplies, and more. Verified active-duty service members, veterans and spouses can obtain a discount on select purchases.


O’Reilly Auto Parts

15300 Cedar Ave
Apple Valley, MN

The auto supply dealer offers windshield wiper blade installation, battery testing, and check engine light testing. Active duty, retired, and general discharged members of the military, as well as their immediate families, can receive a 10 percent discount with qualified forms of ID.


Kohl’s

14926 Florence Trail
Apple Valley, MN

The Apple Valley Kohl’s features an array of clothes, shoes, and more. Many locations participate in military appreciation promotions throughout the year, including in-store discounts for service members and veterans on select days.


AutoZone

15100 Foliage Ave
St Paul, MN

AutoZone offers a 10 percent discount on in-store purchases for active and retired members of the military. Though technically located in St. Paul, this location is just a short drive from Apple Valley.


Raising Cane’s

7501 150th St W
Apple Valley, MN

The fast food chain is best known for its chicken fingers and signature sauce. Locations nationwide offer a 10 percent “hero discount” for all active-duty military, veterans, firefighters, police, EMTs and their families who mention it at the register.


Niemann Ace Hardware

14760 Pennock Ave
Apple Valley, MN

In addition to home repair supplies, Ace Hardware offers services such as key cutting, carpet cleaner rentals, and glass repair. Many of the chain’s locally-owned stores—including the one in Apple Valley—offer military discounts.


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