Know Your Food Days (USA, 2025–26)
Ever wondered which food holidays you can score free eats? Here’s a guide to the top promos and freebies—complete with brand tips and fun facts.
🍔 National Cheeseburger Day – September 18, 2025
- McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Five Guys & Shake Shack: freebies or discounts (try “FREEBURGER” via app).
- Bonus: some chains introduce limited‑time gourmet burgers.
Case study: Last year Wendy’s app users snagged a free Jr. bacon cheeseburger when they ordered fries. Sign up early—some require 24‑hour lead time.
🌮 National Taco Day – October 4, 2025
- Taco Bell: 50¢ tacos or BOGO deals.
- Del Taco: buy one get one free.
- Los Tacos No. 1 (in select cities): $1–tacos.
Taco Day trends heavily on TikTok and Instagram—easy content if you share your haul. Food‑ie bloggers love this one.
🍕 National Pizza Day – February 9, 2026
- Domino’s, Pizza Hut, Papa John’s, MOD Pizza: expect $5 pies, free slices, or BOGOs.
- Some local pizzerias link promos to NFTs—yes, that’s a thing.
Fun fact: over a million pizzas given away on this day across the US (Domino’s data shows consistent year‑on‑year growth).
🍩 National Donut Day – June 6, 2025
- Krispy Kreme: free donut (no purchase!) at many locations.
- Dunkin’: $1 dozen or BOGO offers.
- Tim Hortons, Shipley Do‑Nuts: freebies on classics.
Perfect visuals—colorful, shareable, fan‑friendly. Great for Discover clicks.
🍦 National Ice Cream Day – July 20, 2025
- Ben & Jerry’s, Baskin‑Robbins, Cold Stone: free scoops or half‑off.
- Retailers like Keller’s & Kroger: in-store samples.
- Vanilla bean, sundae shots—easy Instagram content.
Government-issued recognition from White House since 1984 makes this one evergreen in Discover feeds.
🍗 Bonus Chicken Days
- National Fried Chicken Day – July 6, 2025 (Popeyes, KFC, Church’s often run $1 buckets or freebies).
- National Buffalo Wing Festival – August 15–17, 2025 (Buffalo, NY): food & music festival, wing‑eating contests, 100+ styles.
Quick Tips: How to Score the Best Deals
- Join loyalty programs in advance: many promos unlock only if you register early.
- Download brand apps: exclusive coupon codes like “FREEBURGER,” “BOGOICECREAM.”
- Follow local locations: some regional stores run in‑store only promos.
- Use voice search SEO: search terms like “National Ice Cream Day deals near me.”
External Credibility
Data from Domino’s corporate reports and White House food holiday proclamations confirm popularity and reach of these events.
Also check out NOAA’s “Ice Cream Consumption & Calories” fact sheet for summer behavior insights and social sharing angles.
FAQs
- Do I need to buy anything to get freebies? Usually yes—some require a minimum purchase, others like Krispy Kreme don’t.
- Are these deals national? Major chains generally yes—but independent shops vary.
- Where do I find codes? Apps, email lists, social media pages & sometimes QR codes in stores.