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What Discounts Can Seniors Get?

Saving money is always a smart move. And as an older adult, you have access to many discounts that can help you afford everyday expenses and live more comfortably. The challenge? Not all of these deals are widely advertised—so you could be missing out on valuable opportunities to stretch your budget.

Worry not, because we’ve done all the legwork for you! In this guide, you’ll find 40+ fantastic senior discounts you can take advantage of right now. Whether you’re looking to cut costs on essentials, enjoy a nice meal out, or plan a budget-friendly vacation, these deals can help you get more for your money.

Read on to discover where older adults can save big.

Restaurant and entertainment discounts:

  • AMC Theaters: Adults age 60+ receive special senior pricing.
  • Dairy Queen: Senior discounts of up to 10% are available at participating locations.
  • Denny’s: Older adults save with their age 55+ menu, and AARP members get 15% off regular menu items.
  • IHOP: Discounted prices are available with their age 55+ menu.
  • Chili’s: Seniors get 10% off their check every day.
  • Krispy Kreme: A senior discount of 10% applies to donut purchases.
  • Outback Steakhouse: AARP members get 10% off food and (nonalcoholic) beverages.
  • McDonald’s: Senior discounts are available at participating locations.  
  • Bonefish Grill: AARP cardholders get 10% off in-store, in-app and online orders.
  • DoorDash: AARP members get 25% off their first order of $15 or more.

Retail discounts:

  • Amazon Prime: Customers get up to a 50% discount on a monthly Prime membership if they receive government assistance, including SNAP, Medicaid, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
  • Kohl’s: Older adults can take advantage of their 15% senior discount every Wednesday.
  • Goodwill: Most stores offer a weekly senior discount of 15-25%.
  • LensCrafters: Older adults receive discounts on lenses, frames, exams, and more with an AARP membership.
  • Michaels: Customers age 55+ get 10% off every purchase, including sales items, every day.
  • Ross Stores: Customers age 55+ get 10% off every Tuesday.
  • JOANN: On Senior Discount Day, adults age 55+ save 20%.
  • Pep Boys: Customers age 55+ get 10% off their in-store purchase.
  • Valvoline Instant Oil Change: AARP members get 15% off their oil change.
  • UPS Store: AARP members get up to 15% off.
  • Walgreens: Senior Day is the first Tuesday of every month. Adults age 55+ who are enrolled in the MyWalgreens rewards program get up to 20% off their purchase.
  • Walmart+: Older adults with AARP can save $20 on an annual Walmart+ membership.

Grocery store discounts:

  • Albertsons: Older adults get 10% off on the first Wednesday of the month at participating locations.
  • BI-LO: Senior Bonuscard holders get 5% off on a specific day at participating locations.
  • Fred Meyer: Adults age 55+ receive10% off on select items on the first Tuesday of every month.
  • Harris Teeter: Adults age 55+ get a 5% senior discount (age 55+) every Thursday.
  • Hy-Vee: A senior discount of 5% applies on Wednesdays at participating locations.

Hotel discounts:

  • Best Western: Guests age 55+ can enjoy discounted room rates at select locations.
  • Wyndham Hotels & Resorts: Older adults age 65+ enjoy special rates at participating locations.
  • Choice Hotel: AARP cardholders and those age 60+ can receive a 10% discount on reservations.
  • Marriot Hotels: Guests age 62+ save at least 10% on Marriott hotel stays.
  • Motel 6: Guests age 60+ get a special Senior Rate of 5% off best available nightly rates.

Airline and travel discounts:

  • British Airways: AARP members can receive $65 off on economy standard and premium economy fares for a limited time.
  • United Airlines: Older passengers can receive a discount for select destinations when booking a flight.
  • Carnival: Adults age 55+ can take advantage of exclusive cruise deals.
  • America the Beautiful Senior Pass: Older adults pay just $20 for an annual senior pass or $80 for a lifetime pass, which can be used at national parks and federal recreational lands.
  • Amtrak: Adults age 65+ get 10% off most rail fares.
  • Hertz: Adults age 50+ get up to 20% off car rental base rates.
  • Royal Caribbean: Deals are available on select cruises for adults age 55+.

Mobile plans discounts:

  • AT&T: AARP members can save $10 per line on their best unlimited plan, plus waived activation and upgrade fees and 15% off eligible wireless accessories.
  • Consumer Cellular: AARP members get a 5% discount on monthly service and 30% off select accessories, plus an extended, 45-day risk-free guarantee.
  • T-Mobile: With their discounted senior plans (age 55+), two unlimited lines start at $60 a month. Some plans also include perks like streaming channel subscriptions and a free AAA membership.
  • Verizon: Customers age 55+ can save up to $42 per month on wireless service.

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