Celebrate Your Daily Brew with Nationwide Deals
Coffee lovers, mark your calendars for Monday, September 29, 2025, as National Coffee Day returns with an array of freebies, discounts, and special promotions. For the two in three American adults who drink coffee daily, this annual celebration is the perfect occasion to enjoy their favorite beverage. With coffee consumption on the rise and retail prices increasing nearly 21% over the past year, this year’s deals offer a welcome relief for wallets across the country.
According to the National Coffee Association, daily coffee consumption has increased by 7% since 2020, with the average drinker consuming nearly three cups per day. Whether you prefer a classic hot brew, a specialty latte, or a refreshing iced coffee, numerous national chains and local cafes are ready to celebrate with you. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best deals available.
Top Deals from Major Coffee Chains
The nation’s largest coffee retailers are leading the celebration with enticing offers for their customers.
Dunkin’
Dunkin’ Rewards members can kickstart their day with a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase. This offer is available exclusively through the Dunkin’ mobile app on September 29 and is limited to one per member. The promotion excludes Cold Brew and Nitro Cold Brew.
Krispy Kreme
In one of the most generous offers of the day, Krispy Kreme is giving every customer a free medium hot or iced coffee and a free doughnut of their choice on September 29, with no purchase necessary. Additionally, from September 27-29, customers can purchase any dozen doughnuts and get an Original Glazed dozen for just $1.
Starbucks’ Different Approach
This year, Starbucks is forgoing a traditional freebie to highlight its commitment to coffee farmers. Instead of a free drink, Starbucks Rewards members who purchase any hot or iced brewed coffee through September 29 will receive 100 bonus stars in their app, enough to redeem for a free beverage on a future visit. The company is using the day to bring awareness to the challenges facing coffee farmers due to climate change and to promote its sustainable, disease-resistant coffee plant initiatives.
More Freebies and Discounts to Enjoy
Beyond the major players, dozens of other chains are participating in the celebration. Most deals require customers to be part of a loyalty program or use a mobile app, so be sure to sign up in advance.
- Scooter’s Coffee: From September 27-29, customers can get a free medium brewed coffee each day through the Scooter’s Coffee mobile app. The first 100 customers at participating locations on September 29 will also receive a free sticker with any purchase.
- Circle K: Inner Circle loyalty members can redeem an offer for one free medium hot or iced coffee through the Circle K app on September 29.
- Sheetz: My Sheetz Rewardz members can enjoy a free self-serve hot or iced coffee of any size with any purchase from September 29 through October 1.
- Pilot and Flying J: The travel center network is offering a free any-size hot coffee on September 29 through an offer in the Pilot app.
- Paris Baguette: From September 27-29, PB Rewards members can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase.
- Smoothie King: In a unique promotion called “Stars for Smoothies,” customers can show their rewards points from Starbucks or another coffee retailer in-store before 10:30 a.m. on September 29 to receive a free 20-ounce Coffee High Protein smoothie.
- Whataburger: Get a free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee on September 29 by ordering through the Whataburger App or online.
- 7-Eleven: 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can get a free coffee with the purchase of any breakfast sandwich, a deal that runs through October 28.
As you plan your coffee run, remember to check with your local stores, as participation and offers may vary. Enjoy celebrating the beverage that fuels our nation. For more details on coffee trends, visit digitaltrendstoday.com.
