Golden Corral · Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Is Golden Corral open on Veterans Day 2026?
Yes. Golden Corral is open on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Details
Golden Corral is holding its 26th Military Appreciation Night on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, with a free dinner buffet and drink for anyone who has served, from 4 p.m. to close (dine-in only).
Confirmed by Golden Corral (October 19, 2026). Source
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