Veterans Day, on November 11, honours everyone who has served in the United States armed forces. Government offices, banks, and many schools close, and many businesses mark the day with thanks and special offers for veterans. This US Letter sign combines a heartfelt thank you with a clear closure notice. On a warm khaki background framed by olive borders, a gold service medal hangs from a striped ribbon in navy, white, and red, flanked by red stars. Thank You appears in navy italic serif, VETERANS in bold olive capitals, and for your service and sacrifice in italics. An olive card below states CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE with the date, followed by a veterans’ discount, the reopening time, and the business name.
Veterans Day 2026
Veterans Day always falls on November 11, the anniversary of the armistice that ended the First World War in 1918. In 2026, November 11 is a Wednesday. The sample sign shows Wednesday, November 11, with the business reopening on Thursday, November 12, at 9 AM. When November 11 falls on a weekend, federal offices observe the holiday on the nearest weekday.
A Thank You Design
Veterans Day is a day to thank living veterans for their service, so the sign leads with Thank You, VETERANS, rather than the closure. The khaki and olive palette evokes military uniforms, while the medal and stars add a sense of honour. The closure card sits lower on the page, giving the gratitude message pride of place.
The Service Medal Illustration
The medal is drawn from simple shapes: a striped ribbon in navy, white and red, and a gold disc with a raised star. It is grouped, so you can resize or recolour it. Two red stars on each side balance the composition.
Editing the Closure Card
The olive card reads CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE with the date beneath. Click the date to change it. If your business is open, change the card to OPEN TODAY, THANK YOU, VETERANS and use the line below to announce a discount or free item.
Veterans’ Discounts and Offers
Many businesses offer discounts or free items to veterans on or around November 11. The sample text offers 15% off with military ID during the week of Veterans Day. Adjust the offer to suit your business, and be clear about any conditions, such as proof of service.
Where to Display the Veterans Day Sign
Post the sign on your door, window, and counter during the week before November 11. Share it on social media with a message thanking veterans in your community, and tag local veterans’ organisations if appropriate.
Printing the Veterans Day Sign
Download a PDF and print on US Letter card. The khaki background prints warmly on most printers. A matte finish looks dignified in a frame.
Veterans Day for Schools and Libraries
Many schools hold assemblies to honour veterans in their community, and some close on November 11. Schools can adapt the sign to invite veterans to an assembly or to announce the closure.
Supporting Veterans’ Organisations
Businesses can mark Veterans Day by collecting donations for veterans’ charities, hiring veterans or partnering with local veterans’ groups. Mention any initiatives on the sign or in your social posts to show your support.
Veterans Day and Memorial Day
Veterans Day honours all who have served, while Memorial Day in May honours those who died in service. Our category includes a separate Memorial Day sign with poppies and a remembrance message, so you can use the right tone for each holiday.
Veterans Day Colour Variations
Khaki, olive, and navy feel military and respectful. You can change the background to cream or white for a lighter look, or use navy with gold for a more formal style. Keep the title text dark for strong contrast.
Thanking Veteran Employees
If your team includes veterans, Veterans Day is a chance to thank them personally. A small gesture, such as a card, a lunch, or a social media post sharing their story with permission, shows appreciation.
Veterans Day for Auto and Repair Shops
The sample sign belongs to an auto care shop, a business that often serves many veterans. Auto shops, hardware stores, and trade businesses can offer free inspections or discounted services for veterans during the week, mentioning the offer under the closure card.
Remembrance Day Outside the United States
November 11 is also Remembrance Day in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other Commonwealth countries, when people wear poppies and pause for two minutes of silence at 11 AM. Businesses outside the United States can adapt the sign to Remembrance Day by changing the title and adding a poppy.
Veterans Day Events in Your Community
Many towns hold parades, ceremonies, and free meals for veterans on November 11. Share local event details alongside your closure post, and consider sponsoring or volunteering at an event as a way for your business to give back.
Veterans Day Sign Questions
Can I remove the discount line?
Yes. Delete it or replace it with another message.
Can I change the medal colours?
Yes. Select the medal group and recolour its parts.
Can I make an open version?
Yes. Change the card text to show your hours instead of CLOSED.
Veterans Day Notices for Government Offices
Federal, state, and local government offices close on Veterans Day, along with most post offices. Government offices can replace the discount line with a note about online services and the next business day, so residents know where to turn while the office is closed.
The Moment of Silence on November 11
Some businesses pause for a moment of silence at 11 AM on November 11, the hour the armistice took effect in 1918. If you are open, you might invite customers to join a short pause, a simple gesture that many veterans appreciate.
Veterans Day Window Displays
A small window display with a flag and the sign makes a respectful tribute that passersby notice all week.
Thank Those Who Served
Update the date and your offer, then print the sign. A heartfelt Veterans Day notice thanks veterans in your community and tells customers when you will be open.
