What’s not to love about not having to spend a penny on your birthday and stuff your face for every meal?!
I love freebies (who doesn’t?!), and I love making birthdays special. What’s more special than going to your favorite places for free on your birthday?
Are you looking for a way to make your birthday even more special? Look no further than birthday freebies! Many companies offer free products and discounts to customers on their birthdays, from free meals at restaurants to birthday discounts on clothing and beauty products.
With a little bit of planning and research, you can score some great freebies to make your birthday celebrations even more enjoyable. In this blog post, we’ll explore the world of birthday freebies and provide tips for how to take advantage of these offers.
Whether you’re looking for a free meal, a birthday discount on your favorite products, or a fun way to celebrate, there are plenty of birthday freebies out there to help you make the most of your special day.
Heads up though! Many of these are things that need to be signed up for in advance in order to get these rewards and freebies. So start signing up ASAP 🙂
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Places where you can get free food or discounts on your birthday!
Anthropologie – Birthday discount or special offer as a birthday surprise with the AnthroPerks program.
Applebee’s: Get a free birthday dessert when you sign up for their email list.
Arby’s: Get a free roast beef classic sandwich (with purchase of a small, medium or large drink) when you sign up for Arby’s Deals.
Au Bon Pain: Get a free salad or sandwich when you sign up for their email club.
Auntie Anne’s Pretzels: Get a free pretzel on your birthday when you sign up for My Pretzel Perks loyalty program.
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill: Get a free birthday burrito, as well as a free taco when you sign up for Club Baja.
BareMinerals: Free full-size product with the FAB program
Baskin Robbins: Join the Birthday Club and get an email coupon for a free scoop of ice cream (any flavor in a cup or a cone) and a birthday cake discount. Plus, a BOGO free deal on any ice cream sundae bought in the store on Tuesdays.
Ben & Jerry’s: Free scoop of ice cream with the Ben & Jerry’s Chunk Spelunker program
Benihana: Benihana offers a complimentary $30 Benihana Birthday Certificate to its members during their birthday month. To receive the birthday certificate, you must be a member of the Benihana Chef’s Table program, which is free to join. The certificate is valid for use on any day of your birthday month for the purchase of any teppanyaki dinner entree.
To sign up for the Benihana Chef’s Table program, you can visit the Benihana website and provide your name, email address, birth date, and favorite location. You will receive a confirmation email with your $30 Benihana Birthday Certificate within 48 hours of signing up.
Bertucci’s: A coupon for any free dessert from their menu when you sign for Bertucci’s email club.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Free pizookie cookie with vanilla ice cream on top or a handcrafted soda when you sign up for BJ’s premium rewards program.
Black Angus Steakhouse: Get a free steak dinner on your first birthday as a Prime Club Member. (Also get a free dessert just for joining.)
Bonefish Grill: Any free dessert from their menu when you become a BFG Insider.
Bruegger’s Bagels: A free bagel of your choice with any kind of cream cheese when you sign up for their e-club online.
Buca di Beppo: Sign up for the Buca e-club and get a $20 birthday gift.
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar: Free dessert when you join the Buffalo Circle email list.
California Pizza Kitchen: A free kid’s meal when you register online for CPKids Birthday Club.
Carraba’s Italian Grill: Get a free dessert with any purchase of an entrée when you join the Amici Club.
Carvel’s: Get a free ice cream cone when you join fudgie fanatics email list. After signing up you will receive a birthday coupon plus a BOGO (buy one get one free) coupon offer.
Checkers: Free small milkshake when you sign up for “The Flavorhood” exclusive email list.
The Cheesecake Factory: Let your server know it’s your birthday and receive a small cup of ice cream accompanied by singing!
Chevy’s Fresh Mex: $12.99 meal of your choice (can be a single entrée or small plates) when you sign up for their Real Mex Rewards. Sign up in advance because your reward card will earn points that allow for your free meal.
Chick-Fil-A: Chick-fil-A offers a free birthday reward to members of their Chick-fil-A One program. The specific reward may vary by location, but typically, it is a free food item such as a Chick-fil-A sandwich, nuggets, or a milkshake.
To receive the free birthday reward, you must be a Chick-fil-A One member and have provided your birth date in your account profile. The reward will be automatically loaded onto your account and can be redeemed at any participating Chick-fil-A location during your birthday month.
In addition to the free birthday reward, Chick-fil-A One members can earn points for their purchases that can be redeemed for free food and other rewards. Members also receive access to exclusive offers and promotions throughout the year.
Chili’s Grill & Bar: Sign up for Chili’s rewards online and receive a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert on your birthday.
Cinnabon: Free baked good as well as a minibon cinnamon roll when you sign up for Club Cinnamon.
Coldstone Creamery: Become a member of My Cold Stone Club and receive a BOGO coupon for an ice cream creation with waffle cone.
Corner Bakery Café: Free bakery treat
Cracker Barrel: Free dessert when you tell your server, no sign up necessary.
Culver’s: Free sundae when you join Culver’s club. For signing up you’ll also receive a free value basket,which includes any ButterBurger or other favorite, a classic side and a regular drink.
Dairy Queen: Sign up for their fan club online and get a coupon for a free blizzard for a free birthday treat.
Dave & Buster’s: Free $10 game play with the Dave & Buster’s Rewards program
Dippin’ Dots: Dippin’ Dots offers a free small cup of Dippin’ Dots on your birthday when you sign up for their Dot Crazy! Email Club.
To receive the free birthday offer, you must sign up for the Dot Crazy! Email Club at least 10 days before your birthday and provide your birth date in your account profile. The offer will be sent to your email address and can be redeemed at participating Dippin’ Dots locations during your birthday month.
Del Taco: A free premium milkshake when you sign up for their fan club online.
Denny’s: A free Grand Slam with a valid I.D.
Dickey’s Barbeque Pit: A big barbecue sandwich if you sign up with the “Big Yellow Cup Club.” Bring the email coupon with you to the restaurant. Free ice cream is also available for adults and children with any dine-in purchase – plus, a free kids meal every Sunday.
DSW: $5 off with the DSW VIP program
Dunkin’ Donuts: You get a free medium beverage of your choice when you sign up for DD Perks Reward Program. (You’ll also get a free beverage when you sign up!)
Edible Arrangements: Edible Arrangements offers a free 12-count chocolate-dipped fruit box to customers who sign up for their Edible Rewards program and provide their birth date in their account profile.
To receive the free birthday gift, you must be an Edible Rewards member and have made at least one purchase in the previous 12 months. The free gift will be automatically added to your account and can be redeemed in-store or online during your birthday month.
Note that the offer may vary depending on location, and it’s always a good idea to check with your local Edible Arrangements store to confirm their participation in the birthday offer.
Einstein Bros. Bagels: Any free bagel of your choice when you join their e-club online. You will receive a coupon for a birthday bagel and just bring it into the store.
El Pollo Loco: Free chips, guacamole when you sign up for Loco Rewards. New members must join My Loco Rewards at least 10 days prior to their birthday to receive a birthday reward. Free meal, free value menu or treat may vary depending on location.
Famous Dave’s: Get a free dessert or 50% off an entrée when you join the Famous Dave’s P.I.G. Club.
Famous Footwear: Free reward with the Famously You Rewards program
Firehouse Subs: Show up with a valid I.D. on your birthday and receive a free medium sub with the Firehouse rewards program.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse: Free box of chocolate truffles.
Friendly’s Ice Cream: A free Happy Endings medium sundae when you join the BFF Club.
Frost Gelato: Enjoy a “frostbite” — a gelato hand-dipped in chocolate. Just show them a valid ID.
Great American Cookies: Get a free cookie surprise when you sign up for “Cookie-mail.”
Hooter’s: Enjoy an order of 10 boneless chicken wings with the purchase of a fountain/soda drink when you sign up for their HootClub email.
IHOP: Sign up for IHOP rewards and receive free pancakes.
Ike’s Place: Get a free sandwich when you dine in on your birthday.
Jack in the Box: Get a free dessert when you sign up for their rewards club, the Secret Society of Cool People, online. Just present your birthday coupon at a store near you.
Jamba Juice: Jamba Juice offers a free small smoothie or juice to members of their Jamba Insider Rewards program on their birthday.
To receive the free birthday gift, you must be a Jamba Insider Rewards member and have provided your birth date in your account profile at least 7 days before your birthday. The offer will be automatically loaded onto your rewards account and can be redeemed at any participating Jamba Juice location during your birthday month.
Note that the free birthday offer may vary depending on location and may be subject to change, so it’s always a good idea to check with your local Jamba Juice store to confirm their participation in the offer.
Jersey Mike’s Subs: Get a free sub and regular sized drink when you sign up for their email club.
Joe’s Crab Shack: Free appetizer when you join Joe’s Catch e-mail club.
Johnny Rockets: Get a free hamburger after signing up for Rocket’s e-club.
Kendra Scott: Free jewelry gift or 50% off one item with the Kendra Scott Rewards program
Krispy Kreme Donuts: Any free doughnut after signing up for their e-club.
Lane Bryant: Birthday offer with the Lane Rewards program
Lone Star Steakhouse: Free appetizer of your choice after signing up for their e-club.
Longhorn Steakhouse: Get any dessert from their menu when you sign up for a “Longhorn Account.”
Margaritaville: Indulge in a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream with your choice of caramel or chocolate syrup with whipped cream, crushed nuts and a cherry on top!
Melting Pot: Get 6 chocolate-dipped strawberries with a purchase after signing up for “Club Fondue.”
Moe’s Southwest Grill: Moe’s Southwest Grill offers a free burrito to members of their rewards program, Moe’s Rockin’ Rewards, during their birthday month. To receive the free birthday burrito, you must be a member of Moe’s Rockin’ Rewards and have provided your birth date in your account profile.
The free burrito offer will be loaded to your account within 7 days before your birthday and will be valid for 7 days from the date it is loaded. You can redeem the offer at any participating Moe’s Southwest Grill location by presenting your rewards account information. The free birthday burrito can be customized with your choice of protein, rice, beans, cheese, and toppings.
Morton’s Steakhouse: Free dessert and a $25 additional reward on your birthday when you sign up as a VIP member through Landry Select Club Cards.
Noodles & Company: Free dish of your choice when you sign up as a Noodlegram member and receive a coupon.
Not Your Average Joe’s: Enjoy any entrée & dessert of your choice from the menu when you sign up for their e-mail club.
Nothing Bundt Cakes: You can get a free bundt cake for your birthday by signing up for Nothing Bundt Cakes’ eClub. As a member, you will receive a free bundtlet on your birthday, which is a miniature bundt cake that serves one to two people.
To receive the free birthday bundtlet, you must sign up for the eClub at least 10 days before your birthday and provide your birth date in your account profile. The offer will be sent to your email address and can be redeemed in-store during your birthday month.
Olive Garden: Join their e-club and receive a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert. Bring it to a store near you and apply any time during your birthday month! (Sadly, there’s no free entree option 🙁 But signing up for their rewards program is a great way to get random coupons for your next trip all year.)
Outback Steakhouse: Get a kid-size vanilla sundae with chocolate syrup, no sign up necessary. If you do want to sign up for their rewards program you will receive a birthday coupon for a free dessert or “aussie-tizer” with your meal.
P.F Chang’s: Get a dessert or appetizer after signing up for their restaurant email list.
Panera Bread: A free pastry, dessert or café item available that day. Just Join “MyPanera” rewards.
Pinkberry: Get a small frozen yogurt with any toppings when you become a Pinkberry Loyalty rewards member. Bring the email coupon for your free yogurt with you or download the Pinkberry mobile app and present in-store.
Pizza Hut: Pizza Hut does not offer a specific free birthday gift to their customers. However, they do have ongoing promotions and deals that may be available to customers during their birthday month or throughout the year.
One way to potentially receive birthday offers and other promotions from Pizza Hut is to sign up for their Hut Rewards program. As a member, you can earn points for your purchases that can be redeemed for free pizza, sides, and other menu items. Additionally, Pizza Hut may send special offers and discounts to members via email, including those that may be available during your birthday month.
Planet Smoothie: Get a free smoothie when you sign up for Planet Smoothie’s “Birthday Club.”
Pretzelmaker: Get a free order of “Birthday Bites,” also known as pretzel bites.
Qdoba Mexican Grill: Get a birthday burrito after signing up for Qdoba Rewards.
Quiznos Sub: Your choice of a chocolate chip, cinnamon sugar or oatmeal cookie after you join the Q club online.
Red Lobster: Sign up as a member of their “fresh catch club” and receive a coupon for a free dessert or appetizer, $5 off an entrée or 10% off a menu item.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Spirits: Free burger after you sign up for Red Robin Royalty Rewards.
Redbox: Redbox offers a free one-night DVD rental to customers who sign up for their Redbox Perks program and provide their birth date in their account profile.
To receive the free birthday rental, you must be a Redbox Perks member and have provided your birth date in your account profile at least 10 days before your birthday. The offer will be automatically added to your account and can be redeemed in-store or online during your birthday month.
Note that the free rental offer may vary depending on location and may be subject to change, so it’s always a good idea to check with your local Redbox store or visit their website to confirm their participation in the offer.
Rita’s Italian Ice: A birthday treat and a single scoop of ice, ice-cream or ice-custard. After becoming a member of their birthday club you will receive a coupon.
Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion: A free dessert and photo.
Rubio’s Fresh Mexican: A taco after signing up for their Beach Club emails. You will receive a coupon for the taco.
Ruby Tuesday: Free burger or garden bar entree with the So Connected birthday club program.
Sbarro, The Italian Eatery: Eat an XL New York slice of pepperoni or cheese pizza by joining their “Slice Society” email club.
Shula’s Steak House: Have an entrée from their menu by signing up for Team Shula club.
Sizzler: Enjoy a free Malibu chicken after joining their e-club.
Smashbox: Free gift with the Smashcash program
Smashburger: Get any flavored shake you sign up for the smashclub rewards.
Sonic America’s Drive In: A regular cream slush, tater tot or medium drink. Notify Sonic of your birthday in advance by setting up a MySonic profile.
Sprinkles Cupcakes: After signing up for “Sprinkles Birthday club” you will receive a code over email and just present at a store to get your free cupcake.
Starbucks: Sign up for their Starbucks rewards program online and receive a coupon for a free drink or food item from the cafe on your birthday.
Steak N’ Shake: Get a double steak burger with cheese and a side of fries when you sign up for their exclusive e-club.
Stir Crazy: A stir fry of your choice from the menu when you join their e-club.
TCBY: Get a free frozen yogurt when you join myTCBY e-club.
Tasti D-Lite: Free medium tasti-cup or cone of ice cream when you sign up for Tasti Treatcard.
TGI Fridays: Get a free dessert or appetizer when you sign up for their Stripes reward program. Sign up and printable coupon available on Facebook.
The Body Shop: $10 reward with the Love Your Body Club program
Tony Roma’s: Free entree up to $15.99 when you sign up for the eRewards club.
Ulta: ULTA Beauty offers a free birthday gift to its rewards members during their birthday month. The birthday gift may vary from year to year, but typically it is a beauty product or a set of mini beauty products from popular brands. To receive the birthday gift, you must be an ULTAmate Rewards member, and you must have provided your birth date in your account profile. To become an ULTAmate Rewards member, you can sign up on the ULTA Beauty website or in-store.
Waffle House: Get a free waffle when you join the Regulars Club online.
Wendy’s: Get a free frosty when you join “MyWendy’s” email list.
Whataburger: Get a free Justaburger when you sign up for Whatakids birthday sign up.
World Market: Birthday surprise offer with the World Market Rewards program
Yogurtland: Get a frozen yogurt when you join Real Rewards and sign up for their “You Rule Club.”
Zaxby’s: Get a meal deal and a birthday nibbler when you join the “Zax Mail Club.”
Zoës Kitchen: Join Zoes’ email list and get a free birthday entrée. More freebies and BOGO deals available post-sign up.
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Freebies aren’t just for food for your birthday! You can get discounts, freebies, and “special gifts,” too!
American Eagle Outfitters: Sign up for AERewards and get 15% off during your birthday month.
Aveda: Become a member of Aveda.com and get a free gift every year on your birthday.
Bare Minerals: Become a Friends and Benefits member and get a gift customized to your personal profile on your birthday.
Disney: Register for Disney Movie Rewards and you’ll receive a credit for a free Blu-ray movie on your birthday.
DSW: Join DSW’s rewards program and receive a $5 gift certificate on your birthday.
Old Navy: Sign up for Old Navy’s email newsletters and you’ll receive a free surprise on your birthday.
Sephora: Sign up for Beauty Insiders and receive a complimentary gift during your birthday month.
Victoria’s Secret: Sign up for their mailing list and receive a coupon for $10 off a purchase of $10 or more on your birthday. You’ll get even more if you sign up for their Angel credit card. I don’t think I’ve ever used mine, but I still get the coupons and freebies that they send out quarterly!
FAQs about birthday freebies
Can you make up a plan for eating only for free on your birthday?
If you’re looking to enjoy some birthday freebies and try to spend your day without spending a dime, here’s a plan to consider:
- Start your day with a free breakfast from Denny’s or IHOP.
- Grab a free beverage from Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts to enjoy throughout the day.
- For lunch, head to a restaurant that offers a free entree or meal, such as Olive Garden or Red Robin.
- In the afternoon, stop by Auntie Anne’s or Wetzel’s Pretzels for a free pretzel snack.
- For dinner, enjoy a free meal from a restaurant such as Ruby Tuesday or Benihana.
- End your day with a sweet treat from a bakery or ice cream shop that offers a free birthday dessert, such as Baskin Robbins or Cold Stone Creamery.
Remember, these freebies often require signing up for loyalty programs or mailing lists in advance, so plan ahead and make sure you’re eligible for the rewards.
What freebies can I get on my birthday?
There are many freebies that you can get on your birthday! Many restaurants and retailers offer birthday rewards, such as free food, discounts, or gifts. Some popular birthday freebies include a free drink from Starbucks, a free dessert from Olive Garden, a free burger from Red Robin, and a free beauty gift from Sephora. To find birthday freebies, the best thing to do is to search online for “birthday rewards” or check with your favorite stores and restaurants to see if they offer any birthday promotions. Don’t forget to sign up in advance, as some programs require you to join their loyalty program or mailing list to be eligible for birthday rewards.
When is the best time to start signing up for birthday freebies?
The best time to start signing up for birthday freebies is at least a few weeks before your birthday, but ideally a whole month ahead of time. Many companies require advance registration for their loyalty programs or mailing lists in order to receive birthday rewards. By signing up in advance, you’ll have time to receive any confirmation emails or coupons needed to redeem your freebies.
Additionally, some companies may offer additional promotions or discounts leading up to your birthday, so signing up early can also give you access to those offers. Start researching birthday freebies and sign up for any programs that interest you well in advance of your birthday to maximize your rewards.
Tomorrow is my birthday. Where are the good birthday freebies?
Happy birthday! There are many great birthday freebies available. Some popular options include a free drink from Starbucks, a free entree from Red Robin, a free dessert from Olive Garden, a free beauty gift from Sephora, and a free birthday surprise from Ulta. To find even more options, search online for “birthday freebies” or check with your favorite stores and restaurants to see if they offer any birthday promotions. Remember to sign up in advance for loyalty programs or mailing lists to be eligible for birthday rewards. Enjoy your special day!
Which restaurant(s) give the best birthday freebie?
There are many restaurants that offer great birthday freebies! Some popular options include a free burger from Red Robin, a free entree from Olive Garden, a free meal from Denny’s, and a free birthday meal from Ruby Tuesday. To find even more options, search online for “best birthday freebies at restaurants” or check with your favorite restaurants to see if they offer any birthday promotions. Remember to sign up in advance for loyalty programs or mailing lists to be eligible for birthday rewards. Enjoy your special day and your free meal!
Not sure if there’s anything in your area? Check out BirthdayFreebies.com and you can put your zip code to see exactly what you can get from where! It’s pretty amazing.
You don’t need to spend a ton of money to have a special day. In fact, you could have the best day of eating from the second you wake up until you pass out in the most epic food coma in the history of the known universe. Happy birthday!
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