Free Birthday Stuff! The Best Birthday Deals & Coupons.
By Kendall – aka The Freebie Guy
Did you know there are over 194 businesses that will give you free stuff on your birthday including Sephora and Chipotle? It’s true! There’s nothing better than scoring some sweet deals on your birthday, and these freebies are the perfect way to do it. From free pancakes to coffee, burgers, ice cream, beauty products, and more, here are the best birthday deals from some of the most popular retailers nationwide.
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While nearly every business offers a discount or a freebie for birthdays, at The Freebie Guy, we’ve compiled a list of the offers you’ll love the most. And the best part? Each one is entirely free! None of these are “buy one, get one free” offers. Show proof of your birthday and start collecting all the free stuff!
Scroll through the offers below to find the ones you like. Click on the links to learn more and sign up for the offers you want. In many cases, the companies will email the free birthday deals to you beforehand, so make sure you sign up for the ones you want. We’ve also compiled all of our current freebies on this page. Remember that some freebies can vary by location.
You can view all of our current freebies here. Keep in mind that these freebies can vary by location.
Do you know of companies offering free birthday deals that we may have missed? Let us know! We’d love to add them to our page!
Food & Dessert Birthday Freebies
Nothing says “Happy Birthday” like scoring free food from places like Chipotle! Scroll through our list of restaurants, fast-food chains, and dessert shops offering the best birthday freebies and coupons on your big day.
| Companies | Birthday Freebie |
|---|---|
| 99 Restaurant & Pub | Free dessert on your birthday by joining the 99 Rewards program |
| A&W All American Food | Join the A&W Mug Club & get a free root beer float on your birthday |
| Abuelo’s | Get a free special treat on your birthday! |
| Applebee’s | Free birthday dessert if you’re a member of their rewards program |
| Arby’s | Free milkshake on your birthday at participating locations, or a discount offer |
| Atlanta Bread | Score extra rewards on your birthday when you join Rise Rewards. These offers change, but we’ve seen a free cookie in the past. |
| Au Bon Pain | Free gift on your birthday (varies by location) and a free coffee and bakery item for signing up |
| Auntie Anne’s | Free Pretzel on your birthday as long as spend $10 there annually |
| Baja Fresh | Members of Club Baja receive a special birthday treat, which is typically a free taco or similar offer |
| Baskin Robbins | Free scoop on your birthday when you join their Birthday Club |
| Bashas‘ | Free birthday stuff and in-store special offers during your birthday month |
| BD’s Mongolian Grill | Free bowl with the purchase of any bowl every year |
| Benihana | Free complimentary $30 Benihana Birthday Certificate during the month of your birthday |
| Ben & Jerry’s | Free cone-gratulationary surprise |
| BGR The Burger Joint | Score either a free shake or burger when you join rewards, on your birthday |
| Big Al’s Steaks | Free birthday cheesesteak |
| Big Boy | Birthday dessert on the house when you join the email club. |
| BJ’s Restaurants | Join BJ’s Premier Rewards Plus program to earn a free “Pizookie” (that’s a pizza cookie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream) when you sign up and on your birthday. |
| Black Angus Steakhouse | Earn two times the points (10 points per $1 purchased) your entire birthday month. If you join during your birthday month, you’ll receive the 2x points the following month–for the whole month! |
| Black Bear Diner | Free meal on your birthday |
| Bob Evans | Kids can score a free meal on their birthday with an adult entree purchase |
| Bonefish Grill | Free dessert or appetizer on your birthday |
| Boston’s Pizza | Free dessert on your birthday when you join Boston’s Pizza rewards |
| Bruegger’s Bagels | Free bagel and cream cheese of your choice on your birthday as part of the Bruegger’s Bagels Inner Circle |
| Buca di Beppo | Free $10 gift when you sign up for Buca di Beppo’s eClub. For your birthday you’ll get a $20 off $40 coupon and a free colossal brownie sundae (value $18.99) |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Free 6 wings during your birthday month |
| California Pizza Kitchen | Free dessert during your birthday month as a member of the CPK Rewards program |
| Caribou Coffee | Sign up for Caribou Perks and get two complimentary drinks as long as you made a purchase within six months. You’ll get one free drink when you sign up and one free drink on your birthday |
| Carrabba’s | Sign up for Carrabba’s email list to get 50% off every fourth visit and a free dessert or appetizer for your birthday with the purchase of an entree. You’ll also get a free calamari! |
| CAVA | Make your day just a little more delicious with CAVA on us. |
| Charlie Brown’s Grill | $10.00 birthday discount ($10.00 on the purchase of two entrees or $5.00 off the purchase of one entrée) will automatically generate on your account on the first day of the birthday month and expire 90 days from that date |
| Cheesecake Factory | If you order dessert, we’ll personalize the plate with “Happy Birthday” (or Anniversary, Good Luck, etc.) and your special guest’s name written in chocolate or caramel. We decorate the plate with candy confetti and place a candle on top. |
| Chevy’s Fresh Mex | FREE ENTRÉE just for signing up & a FREE ENTRÉE for your Birthday |
| Chick-fil-A | Varies by location. Depends on Franchise owner. Check rewards app |
| Chicken Salad Chick | Free Original Chick meal on your birthday |
| Chili’s | Free dessert on your birthday |
| Chipotle | Free surprise reward on your birthday |
| Chuck E Cheese | Free Birthday and Half-Birthday Rewards |
| Cinnabon | Free 4ct BonBites for signing up and a free 16oz cold brew for your birthday |
| Cold Stone Creamery | Buy one get one off coupon (BOGO free Creation coupon each birthday) |
| Corner Bakery | Free birthday surprise which typically includes a pastry or similar treat |
| Country Kitchen | Receive a surprise on your birthday when you register for Country Kitchen’s CK eClub. |
| Cousin Subs | Birthday gift |
| Cracker Barrel | When you register for Cracker Barrel Rewards and tell them that it’s your birthday, they’ll give you a free dessert up to a $5.49 value |
| Crumbl Cookie | Free cookie on your birthday every year ($5 Voucher) |
| Culver’s | Free one scoop dish with one topping |
| Dairy Queen | BOGO Blizzard deal on your birthday. May vary by location |
| Del Taco | Free birthday reward or free shake on your birthday |
| Denny’s | Free Grand Slam breakfast on your birthday |
| Dippin’ Dots | Free Dippin’ Dots on your birthday through the Dot Crazy! Email Club |
| Dunkin’ Donuts | 3x points on purchases the day before, on, or after your birthday, plus a free beverage |
| Dunn Brothers Coffee | Free $5 birthday credit |
| Dutch Bros. | Free birthday drink of any size when you sign up for Dutch Rewards |
| Earl Of Sandwich | Free birthday gift |
| East Coast Wings & Grill | $10 birthday bonus |
| Edible Arrangements | Free 6-count chocolate-dipped fruit box on your birthday if you’ve spent at least $29 in the previous year |
| Einstein Bros. Bagels | Free egg sandwich with purchase on your birthday |
| El Chico | Free complimentary dessert on your birthday |
| El Pollo Loco | Free $5 or $10 reward on your birthday, depending on your reward status |
| El Torito | Free entrée on your birthday when you join their rewards program |
| Famous Dave’s | Free birthday gift, typically a food item |
| Firehouse Subs | Free medium sub with any $1.00+ purchase on your birthday |
| Flat Top Grill | Free birthday meal gift through their E-Club |
| Friendly’s | Free medium sundae during your birthday month when you join their BFF club |
| Fuddruckers | Sign up and get a free BOGO treat on your birthday. Varies by location |
| Genghis Grill | Free create your own bowl on your birthday with any bowl purchase. Must be registered 30 days before your birthday for reward to show |
| Great American Cookies | Download the Great American Cookies rewards app and get a birthday reward from Great American Cookie on your birthday. In the past we’ve seen a free slice of birthday cookie cake and a $5 off your purchase coupon. May vary. |
| Hard Rock Cafe | Free dessert and framed photo on your birthday. Some locations may also offer 20% off your entire bill with a minimum purchase or other offers |
| Hooters | Free wings on your birthday when you sign up for the Hooters eClub |
| Houlihans | Get $10 just for signing up, and enjoy a free birthday and anniversary gift (entree) |
| IHOP | Free stack of pancakes (given as PanCoins) on your birthday through the IHOP rewards program |
| Ike’s Love & Sandwiches | Free $15 credit on your birthday, which can be used towards a free sandwich |
| Jack in the Box | Free food item on your birthday when you join their rewards program |
| Jamba Juice | Free smoothie on your birthday when you join the Jamba Insider Rewards program |
| Jersey Mike’s | Free sandwich on your birthday. However, new sign-ups might be temporarily unavailable. |
| Jimmy John’s | Birthday surprises, which may vary but typically include a free sandwich |
| Joe’s Crab Shack | Free appetizer treat on your birthday and a free appetizer when you sign up |
| Johnny Rockets | Free hamburger when you sign up and another free hamburger on your birthday with a purchase |
| Krispy Kreme | Free 3 ct. original glazed doughnuts. Offer may vary. |
| La Madeline | Free bakery treat for your birthday |
| Logan’s Roadhouse | Free Birthday Dessert |
| Longhorn Steakhouse | Free dessert on your birthday with purchase of an adult entree. |
| Macaroni Grill | Exclusive Birthday Dessert Reward when you join the club |
| Maggiano’s | Join Maggiano’s Italian restaurant E-Club and you’ll receive and exclusive birthday gift on your birthday. |
| Marble Slab/Maggie Moo’s | Free ice cream reward on your birthday and anniversary |
| Marie Callendar’s | Exclusive offer on your birthday |
| McAlister’s Deli | Free birthday treat |
| McDonald’s | Free food item on your birthday. Several options to choose/varies by store |
| Menchie’s | Free $5.00 FROYO on your birthday |
| Mimi’s Cafe | Free muffin sundae reward on your birthday |
| The Melting Pot | Free deal vouchers/rewards on your birthday |
| Moe’s Southwest Grill | Free special offer on your birthday every year |
| Noodles & Company | Free dessert reward on your birthday |
| Nothing Bundt Cakes | Free bundtlet on your Birthday |
| Not Your Average Joes | Special offer on your birthday |
| O’Charley’s | Receive a birthday offer (coupon) — like a free dessert — for signing up for O’Charley’s O’Club, as well as a free welcome appetizer |
| Old Chicago | Free pizza on your birthday |
| Olive Garden | Complimentary dessert on your birthday |
| On the Border | Free surprise on your birthday |
| Orange Julius | Free birthday offer |
| Orange Leaf | Free froyo on your birthday |
| Outback Steakhouse | Free dessert on your birthday |
| Panda Express | Free selection of gifts on your birthday |
| Panera Bread | Get a free pastry or sweet on your birthday, plus a reward just for signing up for MyPanera. |
| Papa Johns | Free dessert for your birthday |
| Papa Murphy’s | Free birthday pizza |
| Pei Wei | Free birthday reward |
| Perkins | Special birthday gift |
| P.F. Chang’s | Free dessert or appetizer during your birthday month |
| Pinkberry | Free yogurt after 10 purchases and on your birthday too. |
| Pita Pit | Sign up for the Pita Pit Rewards Club to get a free pita on your birthday |
| Pizza Hut | Free special reward on your birthday |
| Planet Smoothie | $6.00 birthday reward |
| Popeyes | Free apple pie |
| Portillo’s | Free slice of cake on your birthday, on your half birthday (plus add up to 3 kids birthdays |
| Publix | Free birthday treat when you join Club Publix |
| Qdoba | Free chips & queso on your birthday or entree depending on your status |
| Quiznos | Buy one get one regular sub for your birthday |
| Rainforest Cafe | $25 Birthday Reward |
| Red Lobster | Free gift for your birthday – an appetizer or desert |
| Red Robin | Red Robin offers a free burger from the Gourmet, Tavern, or Veggie sections during your birthday month with a minimum $4.99 purchase for dine-in. They also provide a Free Kids’ Meal for children’s birthdays. |
| Rita’s Ice | Free birthday treat |
| Rodizio Grill | Free gift for joining and a gift on your birthday |
| Rubio’s |
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| Ruby Tuesday | Free dessert |
| Sbarro | Free slice with a $5+ purchase on your birthday when you sign up for Sbarro Rewards. |
| Slim Chickens | Free Birthday Treat |
| Smashburger | Free Reward on your birthday |
| Smoothie King | Free smoothie on your birthday for Healthy Rewards members |
| Sonic | You need to download the Sonic app to receive exclusive promos and birthday offers. The offer changes every year, but we’ve seen free corn dogs, shakes, and sides for your birthday freebies |
| Sonny’s BBQ | Free Big Deal combo on your birthday |
| Spaghetti Warehouse | Free dessert with entree purchase for their birthday, and a Buy one Get one Lasagne or Original Recipe Spaghetti for their Warehouse Club Anniversary. |
| Sprinkles Cupcakes | Free cupcake on your birthday |
| Starbucks | Free drink on your birthday (Offer May Vary) |
| Steak ‘n Shake | Free birthday offer |
| Subway | Free present on your birthday |
| Taco Bell | Free gift for your birthday when you join Taco Bell Rewards (Reward may be different at other locations or change at any time) |
| Taco Cabana | Free birthday surprise |
| TCBY | Free froyo on your birthday |
| Texas Roadhouse | Free appetizer, entree or dessert on your birthday. May vary by location |
| TGI Fridays | Free birthday dessert |
| Tijuana Flats | Free dessert reward |
| Tucanos | Free birthday meal with the purchase of an entree to their ClubTucanos members |
| Waffle House | Free waffle or hashbrown on your birthday (Offer May Vary) |
| Weinerschnitzel | Free food for signing up, free chili dog on your birthday |
| Wendy’s | Free Frosty on your birthday. Offer may vary. |
| Wetzel Pretzel | Free Original or Sinful Cinnamon Pretzel valid for 30 days after your birthday. |
| Whataburger | Free birthday offer |
| Which Wich | Free Wich for your birthday |
| Wingstop | Free gift on your birthday |
| Yogurtland | Free birthday treat |
| Zaxby’s | Free food on your birthday. Offer may vary |
Clothes & Shoes Birthday Freebies
Treating yourself to new gear on your birthday is easier when you get a discount! Check out our list for coupons at shoe stores, clothing outlets, and more.
| Companies | Birthday Freebie |
|---|---|
| DSW Shoes | Free $5 or $10 certificate for your birthday |
| FamousFootwear | Free $5 birthday cash rewards plus 2x points in your birthday month |
| Madewell | $25 off Birthday gift |
| Old Navy | Birthday “Bonus” |
| Victoria’s Secret | Free $10 reward for your birthday |
Entertainment Birthday Freebies
Take the day off and enjoy some free entertainment from these companies. See what entertainment you can snag on your birthday, from free movie theater snacks to coupon offers.
| Companies | Birthday Freebie |
|---|---|
| AMC Theaters | Free large popcorn on your birthday for AMC Stubs Insider members or free large popcorn and free large fountain drink for AMC Stubs Premiere & A-List members |
| Disney Movie Rewards | Get free bonus points on your birthday |
| Medieval Times | Special coupon offer to use during your birthday month |
| Regal | Free Popcorn |
Make-Up & Jewelry Birthday Freebies
On your birthday, celebrate another trip around the sun with makeup and jewelry freebies from your favorite stores like Sephora and Ulta . Below, we’ve compiled our best deals to make you feel special.
| Companies | Birthday Freebie |
|---|---|
| Aveda | Sign up and get a free composition oil with any purchase on your birthday! Gifts may vary. |
| Kendra Scott | Get 50% off one Fashion Jewelry item and/or 25% off one Fine, Sterling Silver or Home Collection Item |
| Sephora | Free gift during your birthday month *Free in store. Spend $25+ to redeem online. |
| Smashbox | Free gift for your birthday |
| The Body Shop | Free $10 voucher on your birthday |
| ULTA | Free Gift during your birthday month. (Varies month by month.) |
Other
Are you looking for other places where you can get free stuff on your birthday? Check out these awesome offers from the retailers below!
| Companies | Birthday Freebie |
|---|---|
| Ace Hardware | Sign up and get a $5 or $10 coupon for your birthday at participating locations. |
| American Eagle | Sign up for the American Eagle Real Rewards program and you’ll get a $5 birthday reward |
| Anthropologie | Sign up for Anthro Perks to get a birthday discount |
| Banana Republic | Sign up for Banana Republic Rewards and receive a gift on your birthday. |
| Bare Minerals | Bare Minerals Good Rewards offers its club members a surprise birthday gift! While the gift changes, currently the site offers free setting powder, primer, and more |
| Barnes & Noble | Barnes & Noble offers a special offer on your birthday + Free B&N Café treat and Paper Source craft for your children’s birthdays |
| Bath & Body Works | Free annual birthday gift with purchase |
| Benefit Cosmetics | Free birthday reward |
| Build-A-Bear Workshop | With Build-A-Bear’s “Pay Your Age” program, you can snag a Birthday Bear for your little one for the same cost as the age they are turning! Yup, that means you could grab your 1-year-old a $1 bear! |
| Columbia | Get 20% off on your birthday |
| CVS | Get $3 on your CVS ExtraCare card on your birthday |
| Dave & Buster’s | Free gift on your birthday. May vary by location. |
| IKEA | Yearly birthday coupon and treat |
| JCPenney | Join the JC Penney Rewards program and get a $10 CashPass reward for your birthday |
| Kohl’s | Sign up for Kohl’s Rewards program to get a special gift for your birthday, just make a purchase prior to your birthday month |
| Madewell | Receive $25 on the big day, and $15 for your half birthday. |
| Michael Kors | Birthday Reward |
| Nature Made | Birthday Reward when you sign up and add your Birthday |
| PetSmart | Rewards members will get a birthday or gotcha day gift |
| The Container Store | 15 – 25% off coupon as a birthday gift from The Container Store when you sign up for their Organized Insider rewards program |
| World Market | Surprise Gift on Your Birthday |
| Yankee Candle | Free birthday reward when you sign up for their Fragrance Family |
| Zips Car Wash | When you download the ZIPS app, you’ll get a free carwash, access to points on in-app purchases, a free wash on your birthday and multi-car discounts on ZIPS Unlimited. |
The Most Common Birthday Freebies
While the links on this page are from common corporations across the country, there may be small, local companies and businesses near you that are offering discounts. Some of the most common freebies at other companies include:
- Free meals or discounts on food at restaurants – It’s common for restaurants to offer free meals or discounts like buy-one-get-one-free deals.
- Free snacks, desserts, or treats – Check out bakeries, ice cream shops, or cafes near you for free deals on your birthday.
- Free drinks – Want something to sip on while you celebrate? See if local bars or coffee shops offer a free drink for your big day.
- Free admission to museums or other attractions – See if your favorite museum offers a free pass for admission.
- Free beauty treatment – Check with your local salon or spa to see if they offer a free beauty treatment on your birthday.
- Free membership – Do you currently have a membership to a local gym or membership-based business? See if they offer a free month of membership!
- Free stuff from online retailers – It’s common for many online retailers to offer deals and discounts. Don’t hesitate to ask if your favorite company has a deal to snag!
- Free subscription to online services – Does your favorite online services subscription offer a birthday deal? It doesn’t hurt to ask!
- Free workout classes – Many gyms offer a free workout class for your birthday. Contact your local gym to see what they offer.
- Free samples of products – Have a favorite product you use every day? The company may offer a free sample of a product for your birthday.
It’s worth noting that many businesses require you to sign up for their loyalty program or email list in order to receive these freebies, so be sure to check the terms and conditions before signing up.
Get More Free Stuff on Your Birthday with The Freebie Guy
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Birthday Freebie FAQs
How do I claim birthday freebies?
The best way to take advantage of all the free birthday deals is to sign up for each offer before your birthday. Each company has a different way of doing this, from signing up for email lists to downloading apps.
Do I need to make a purchase to get free stuff on my birthday?
Most offers are free. However, some offer discounts on purchases while others offer bonus points loaded onto an account.
Are there age restrictions for birthday freebies?
It’s important to remember that each birthday offer is different. Some may have age restrictions, while others may not.
Can I redeem birthday freebies more than once?
Many companies place limits on their birthday offers, so check the fine print. But you can take advantage of similar offers from multiple companies on the same day.
How can I stay informed about the latest birthday freebies?
The best way to stay on top of birthday offers is to sign up for each company’s email list. Also, check back with The Freebie Guy to watch for new offers and blog posts, sign up for our free newsletter, and check out our Telegram page!
