10 Things That Are Free in November

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November is here, and you have a lot to be thankful for — family, friends, good health and the wealth that can come with taking advantage of seasonal freebies!

From free McDonald’s french fries to complimentary restaurant meals for active-duty military members and veterans, we’ve harvested a bounty of exciting deals this month.

Read on for details about the best things you can get for free in November. And for even more options, head on over to Money Talks News’ freebies page.

Free fries at McDonald’s — through Dec. 31

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CNBC and many other news outlets are reporting that McDonald’s is giving away free orders of its world-famous french fries every Friday through the rest of the year.

To claim your freebie, you have to order another item at the Golden Arches. You also will have to download the McDonald’s app.

Free Doritos Locos Taco at Taco Bell — available now

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Those who love both baseball and tacos are in luck! As part of its annual “Steal a Base, Steal a Taco,” promotion, Taco Bell promised to offer a free Doritos Locos Taco to customers if a base was stolen during Major League Baseball’s championship, the World Series.

Well, the fleet-footed feat occurred — Arizona Diamondbacks’ player Ketel Marte stole a base in the first 2023 World Series game — and now you can reap the tasty rewards.

To get the taco, check your rewards account in the Taco Bell mobile app. However, if you are not a member of the rewards program, you have already struck out: Only folks who registered for rewards by Oct. 27 are eligible.

Get the delicious details.

Free BOGO sandwiches — Nov. 3

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National Sandwich Day is Nov. 3, so look to some of your favorite restaurants for deals — and even freebies — on that day.

For example, Franchising.com reports that folks who order a Potbelly Original or Big-sized sandwich through the restaurant’s app or online on Nov. 3 will earn a free Original-sized sandwich if they enter the promo code BOGO.

Free pizzas at Domino’s — through Nov. 9

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Domino’s is giving free pizzas to folks drowning in student loans.

A new batch of gratis “emergency pizzas” — at least 4,200 — is given away each day, and you have to apply to get one. Each daily giveaway is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The offer ends Nov. 9.

Find out more about this offer.

Free 30 days of Kobo Plus — ongoing

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If you read books on a Kobo e-reader device, you can now enjoy Kobo Plus with a free 30-day trial.

Kobo offers several plans, including one that lets you read more than 1.5 million books and another that lets you access more than 150,00 audiobooks.

Get details on this offer.

Free shot at hockey for kids — Nov. 4

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Nov. 4 is Try Hockey for Free Day, which is exactly what it sounds like: On this day, children ages 4 to 9 can take to the ice and try out the popular pastime without any commitment.

They will lean all about the sport and get pointers from trained coaching staff. Register now.

Freebies for veterans and troops — during November

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In honor of Veterans Day, many popular restaurants are offering free meals to active-duty military and veterans, most of which are available on Nov. 11. Click on the links below for details about deals at the following dining establishments:

Free Medicare counseling — ongoing

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Medicare’s open enrollment period began last month and runs through Dec. 7. If you’re eligible for the program, you’re also eligible for free help and individual insurance counseling through the State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP).

Caregivers and families of those on Medicare can also take advantage of this complimentary service. For more information about SHIP and other free services for Medicare participants, check out “14 Things That Are Free With Medicare.”

Free national park admission — Nov. 11

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Many national parks have direct ties to the military, and the lands serve as reminders of the ideals, values and freedoms that servicemen and servicewomen work so hard to protect.

On Veterans Day — which falls on Saturday, Nov. 11 — all National Park Service sites will be waiving their fees and granting free admission to all visitors. Find a park near you.

Free Hallmark greeting card — every month through December

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You can get a gratis greeting card from Hallmark in both November and December. To qualify for a free card every month for the remainder of the year, simply sign up for Hallmark’s Crown Rewards program.

Then, keep an eye on your inbox for coupons and visit your local store to choose your greetings. Learn more and sign up.

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