Several spots in Texas are offering Memorial Day food deals beginning this weekend. Veterans and military members can also enjoy some freebies.

Memorial Day is nearly here, the annual holiday that honors those men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. For many, Monday is a day off from work, providing time for people to show respect for fallen soldiers.

Memorial Day is a U.S. holiday that honors fallen soldiers who have died while in the line of duty. The federal holiday, on May 26 this year, brings people together through parades and gatherings. People also visit cemeteries and memorials of loved ones who have died while serving.

Memorial Day speakers at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery are usually retired generals or other revered figures. This year, it's an indicted congressman.

The holiday's origins can be traced to the American Civil War, which killed more than 600,000 service members — both Union and Confederate — between 1861 and 1865.

AAA Texas said the national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $3.19, which is the same price when compared to this day last week and 42 cents less per gallon when compared to this day last year.

Food Network star Katie Lee Biegel stops by the TODAY kitchen to share her sweet tea brined oven-fried chicken that is perfect for Memorial Day weekend. She also highlights her bacon ranch potato salad and a Texas sheet cake.

Over 130 will ruck nine miles in Palo Duro Canyon to honor fallen heroes during the annual Memorial Day Ruck Up event.