Do you take advantage of age-based discounts? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
You probably already know that many senior discounts kick in once you’re in your sixties — but did you know you don’t have to wait that long to start saving? That’s right, sis! Some businesses start offering special treatment as young as 50, with deals on everything from dining to shopping, movies and more.
Think of it as a reward for all the years you’ve blessed the world with your presence! If you’re an AARP member, take advantage of additional discounts and perks. These savings mean more money in your pocket for the things that truly matter to you — whether treating yourself, spoiling the grandbabies or investing.
Keep in mind that many discounts depend on location, so always check with your local retailer or restaurant to confirm what perks are available. Ready to start saving? Reap the sweet rewards of your age with these deals.
Related: See a complete list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers.
Food + Dining
● Burger King: Some locations provide a 10% discount to customers 60 and older.
● Chili’s: The restaurant chain gives 10% off to diners 55 and over at participating locations.
● Dairy Queen: Enjoy 10% off your order at some locations.
● Denny’s: Enjoy a special 55+ menu.
● Dunkin’ Donuts: While some locations give out a free donut, others offer a 10% discount to patrons 55 and older.
● Fuddruckers: Participating locations offer a discount or a special menu for diners 55 and over.
● Golden Corral: Diners 60 and older enjoy discounts all day, every day.
● IHOP: Enjoy a special discounted menu if you’re 55 and up.
● KFC: Customers 55 and older get a discount or free drink at participating locations.
● Krispy Kreme: Some locations give a 10% discount to customers 50 and older.
● McDonald’s: Participating locations offer a special discount.
● Sonic: Diners 60 and up may get 10% off or a free drink at select locations.
● Wendy’s: Enjoy a 10% discount at some locations. Age requirement varies.
Grocery Stores
● Fred Meyer: Shoppers 55 and up get an additional 10% off select items on the first Tuesday of every month.
● Fry’s Food Stores: Customers 55 and older can take an additional 10% off most items on the first Wednesday of every month.
● Harris Teeter: The grocer’s Club 60 offers a 5% discount to shoppers 60 and older every Thursday.
● Hyvee: Select locations offer a weekly discount day to shoppers 55 and older.
● New Seasons Market: Customers 65 and older receive 10% off most items on the chain’s Wisdom Wednesdays.
● Shoprite: Many locations offer a weekly discount day.
● Tops Supermarkets: Shoppers 60 and older get a 6% discount on groceries and prescriptions on the grocer’s Young at Heart Day, the first Tuesday of every month.
● Weis Markets: Customers 60 and older enjoy 10% off select Weis brand products every Tuesday.
Travel + Entertainment
● AMC Theatres: Save on movie tickets daily if you’re 60 or older.
● Best Western: Guests 55 and over save with discounted room rates.
● Carnival Cruise Line: Travelers 55 and older enjoy special rates.
● Cinemark: The movie theatre chain’s Senior Discount Days provide lower prices than their standard senior pricing.
● Hertz: The car rental company’s Hertz Fifty Plus Program provides a 20% discount to travelers 50 and over, plus additional benefits.
● Marcus Theatres: The chain’s Young at Heart program gives moviegoers 60 and up exclusive concession specials on Fridays before 4 p.m.
● Marriott: Guests 62 or older get a discounted rate when booking directly.
● National Park Service: Scoop up a Senior Annual America the Beautiful Pass for $20 or a Lifetime Pass for $80 if you’re 62 or older. Plus, anyone can visit without charge on free entrance days.
● Royal Caribbean: The cruise line offers reduced prices on selected sailings for guests 55 and older.
● Thrifty Car Rental: Enjoy 5% off time and mileage charges if you’re 50 or older with Thrifty’s Silver Club.
Retail + Shopping
● Goodwill: Enjoy a designated weekly or monthly discount day; some locations give as much as 25% off. Age requirements vary.
● Kohl’s: Customers 60 and older get a 15% discount on qualifying store purchases every Wednesday.
● Michaels: With Michael’s Rewards, shoppers 55 and older get 10% off in-store and online daily.
● Ross Dress For Less: The retailer’s 55+ Tuesday Discount gives 10% off to customers 55 and older.
● The Salvation Army: Participating locations offer a discount, though the age requirement and terms vary.
● Savers Thrift Stores: Participating locations offer a weekly discount day to shoppers 55 and over — some as much as 30%.
● Walgreens: Enjoy exclusive savings if you’re a myWalgreens member 55 and older.
Do you take advantage of age-based discounts? Share your thoughts in the comments below
