A birthday only comes one time a year so you want to make sure you are reaping all the benefits and free things you can get. Below is a complete list of restaurants and retailers that will provide you with birthday freebies for October 2024 and beyond. Be sure to sign up and plan a few days at least before your big day. October is also the perfect month to save on Amazon Prime Days, Walmart Plus Days, and travel deals while prices are low right before Halloween.
Top Birthday and Free Food Favorites:
Free Sweet Tea or Cookie at McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli is an American chain of fast casual restaurants with over 350 locations in 29 states. The menu includes deli sandwiches, “giant spuds” (baked potatoes), soups, salads, and desserts, as well as catering items such as sandwich trays and boxed lunches. The chain is mostly known for its McAlister’s Famous Sweet Tea, which is available by the glass or by gallon. You can get a FREE sweet tea by signing up for the deli’s free rewards app and entering promo code DJders4625. Our two favorite sandwiches are The Rachel and Reuben at the growing fast-food chain.
Free Original Sandwich at Schlotzsky’s
Join Schlotzsky’s Lotz4Me Rewards and immediately receive a coupon for a FREE Original Sandwich. You’ll have 30 days to use the coupon. You will also receive $7 off after your 7th visit, plus exclusive insider news and other special offers. A FREE birthday meal coupon for one of Schlotzsky’s fresh, oven-toasted sandwiches is just one of the treats you’ll receive. You can also get BOGO (Buy One, Get One) Free BBQ Chicken & Jalapeno or Pepperoni pizzas every Wednesday. Click here to download the Schlotzsky’s Rewards app. Use the promo code D.j2007738 and scan the barcode on your receipt and we will both receive 10 bonus points and be rewarded instantly with a free sandwich.
Jason’s Deli $5 Off Food
This is our favorite because Jason’s Deli has some of the best food on the list with sandwiches, soups, and salads. To get the $5+ in free food from Jason’s Deli for your birthday make sure to go here to this link and avoid the pop-up asking for an email and fill out the complete form including the birthday. You just have to make sure it says Dest017727 in the promo code area and you should be good to go!
Zaxby’s [FAVORITE FREEBIE]
Sign up for the Zax Club and get a free Big Zax Snak on your birthday, plus a free sandwich meal for signing up. Who doesn’t want free chicken? Go here and sign-up for a Free Zax Meal.
Dave & Busters Free $10
Free Chips & Guac at Chipotle
Join the Chipotle rewards program to get free chips and guacamole on your birthday when you make a purchase of $5 or more. When you sign up and make your first purchase, you’ll also get free chips and a choice of guacamole, queso blanco or salsa.
Jersey Mike’s Subs [FAVORITE] Free Regular Sub!
Get a free birthday sub when you sign up for the email club. Now you get enough points in your Jersey Shore points account (80) for a free sub. This was verified as of April 2024.
Sonic Drive-in
Download the Sonic app and get an instant reward for a medium FREE Slush or Drink valid for 30 days. Your birthday reward will be a FREE Small Classic Shake that you’ll also have 30 days to claim. Get half-price Drinks and Slushes any time whenever you order ahead in the app.
Nationwide and Local Birthday Freebies
Is your birthday coming up? Do you want to eat free on your birthday? Or do you enjoy awesome birthday freebies? Free food always tastes better on your birthday. Below, we have provided a frequently updated list of restaurants that will give you free food on your birthday with their e-club.
Many restaurants offer free food on your birthday simply by signing up in advance. So be sure to skim this list below at least a week or two in advance of your actual birthday so that you can redeem the birthday freebie when your birthday comes around!
A&W All American Food
Get a free root beer float on your birthday by joining the Mug Club.
ABC Liquor
Sign up for ABC Liquor Access to get a “birthday gift.”
AMC Theatres
Become an AMC Stubs Insider to get a free large popcorn during your birthday month.
Anthropologie
Join the Anthro Loyalty program and get a “special treat to celebrate your birthday.”
Applebee’s
Sign up for the email club, and your birthday freebies include $5 off when you spend at least $25 and a free appetizer when you join. It always helps to have a little money in the bank.
Arby’s
Sign up for Arby’s emails and get a free milkshake and curly fries on your birthday when you buy any sandwich. You’ll also get a free small fries and small soft drink when you opt in.
Au Bon Pain
Join the Eclub, and get a free coffee and pastry on your birthday. You’ll also get a travel mug and daily discounts on coffee just for signing up.
Auntie Anne’s
Download the Pretzel Perks app, and get a free pretzel as a birthday freebie.
Aveda
You need to spend $10 to join Aveda’s loyalty rewards program, but you’ll receive a birthday gift valued at $23, as well as double points for your next Aveda purchase.
Baja Fresh
Sign up for Club Baja to get a “special offer” on your birthday.
bareMinerals
Sign up for the Friends and Benefits loyalty program to get “birthday gifts.”
Baskin Robbins
Create an account, join the Birthday Club, and get a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday.
Banana Republic
When you sign up to receive Banana Republic’s emails, you can opt to also get a “birthday gift.”
bd’s Mongolian Grill
Get a free meal when you join the bd’s Rewards eClub, plus get a $5 coupon as birthday freebies just for signing up.
Benihana’s
Register for the Chef’s Table, and you’ll get a $30 birthday certificate.
Best Buy
Join “My Best Buy” to get a “birthday gift.”
Big Boy
Joining the I Love Big Boy email club gets you a free meal on your birthday.
BJ’s Brewhouse
Join Premier Rewards Plus and get a free Pizookie for your birthday. What’s that? It’s a big, warm cookie smothered in ice cream… yum. What’s even better is you don’t have to wait for your birthday – you’ll also get a free Pizookie just for signing up.
Black Angus Steakhouse
Join the Prime Club to get a free steak dinner.
Bojangles’
Get a free Bo-Berry Biscuit with a purchase on your birthday by joining the Bojangles’ eClub.
Bruegger’s Bagels
Birthday freebies for people in the Bruegger’s Bagels eClub: A “free treat” on their birthday, as well as a free bagel and cream cheese just for signing up.
Buca di Beppo
You’ll receive a free pasta after signing up, as well as a $20 birthday gift for joining the eClub.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Sign up for Blazin’ Rewards to get free birthday wings during your birth month.
Carvel
Join Fudgie Fanatics to receive a free treat for your birthday. You can get a small soft serve birthday cone, take $2 off any cake (except for a small square) or take $3 off any sheet cake.
The Cheesecake Factory
You only have through Labor Day to sign up and get your free Welcome Slice of cheesecake. Get one slice for your birthday and one for just signing up into rewards program for the Free Cheesecake Rewards (thecheesecakefactory.com). In addition, Get $10 off DoorDash orders of $40 or more when you link your Cheesecake Reward and DoorDash accounts through the DoorDash app.
Chevys Fresh Mex
Sign up for the eClub to get a free entree on their birthday, as well as a free appetizer for signing up.
Chick-fil-A
Join Chick-fil-A One to get a “birthday reward.”
Chili’s
Get a free dessert for your birthday when you join My Chili’s Rewards Club, plus get free chips and salsa or a non-alcoholic beverage with every visit!
Cinnabon
Subscribe to Club Cinnabon to get a free iced coffee on your birthday and a free order of BonBites for signing up.
Cold Stone Creamery
Get a BOGO coupon for your birthday by signing up for the My Cold Stone Club. You’ll also get a BOGO coupon just for signing up!
Columbia
Join the Greater Rewards program and get a “birthday gift” in addition to a welcome gift from the sportswear and outdoor gear retailer.
Container Store
Join the POP! (Perfectly Organized Perks) program to get a birthday gift.
Cowboy Chicken [Favorite Freebie and Dessert] – $5 Plus Free Dessert
Download the app to get $5 plus free dessert on your birthday. Locations are mainly in Texas, California, and Oklahoma.
Culver’s
Enjoy a free sundae on your birthday when you sign up for MyCulver’s. You’ll also get a BOGO value basket when you sign up.
Del Taco
If you’re in the Del Yeah! Rewards program, you can enjoy a regular-size premium shake for your birthday, plus you’ll get two free grilled chicken tacos when you sign up. You can also get free coffees every morning. Join Del Yeah! Rewards to start earning free stuff at Del Taco with promo code 91K9-U4WA when you register here.
CVS Pharmacy
Join the ExtraCare Beauty Club and get “birthday gifts with beauty surprises,” as well as 40% off for joining. They normally send us a 40% off coupon each week for one item. October 2023 CVS sent me a $3 Birthday reward to use basically on anything in the store. That scored me a free energy drink!
Denny’s
Sign up for Denny’s Rewards program online or via the mobile app. Your birthday freebies will be 20% off your next visit, plus a free stack of buttermilk pancakes on your birthday when you order online at Dennys.com.
Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW)
Join the free DSW VIP Club to get a $5 birthday reward. You’ll also get $5 on your birthday if you spend $200 annually as a VIP Gold member, and you’ll get $10 if you spend $500 annually as a VIP Elite member.
Dippin’ Dots
Get free Dippin’ Dots for your birthday when you join the Dot Crazy! Email Club.
Dunkin’ Donuts
Get a free beverage on your birthday by signing up for the DD Perks Rewards Program.
Dutch Bros Coffee
One of our favorite little coffee shops where you can walk up to the window to order or use the drive-thru. They offer a Free Birthday Drink ANY Size. My husband and I both ordered a large iced coffee with oat milk and 4 shots of espresso, and they were completely free on our birthdays. If you are new to Dutch Brothers you can also get a Free Medium Drink of any kind on the menu including energy shakes for downloading the app.
Edible Arrangements
Birthday freebies: Join Edible Rewards and receive a free 12-count chocolate dipped fruit box (valued at $29.99) during your birthday month. You’ll also get a $5 coupon for signing up (valid for 30 days).
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Get a free egg sandwich with a purchase on your birthday when you join the Shmear Society — not totally free, but hey, you’ll need something to help wash that sandwich down. You’ll have 14 days to claim your reward.
Famous Dave’s
Join the Famous Nation and get a free dessert with a value of up to $9.00 for your birthday.
Famous Footwear
Famously You Rewards participants get a $5 birthday cash reward.
Firehouse Subs – Free Sub
Score A Free Sub Sandwich for your birthday or enough points for a free offer with Firehouse and Jersey Mike’s.
Just follow the steps below to earn a FREE large fountain drink with your next sub purchase, plus 300 points towards your next reward:
1. Download the app in the Apple App Store or Google Play store by searching for “Firehouse Subs.” Or use the links below.
2. Copy the referral code 1p3xk (case-sensitive) and enter it in the “referral code” field when you sign up.
3. Visit any Firehouse Subs location and enter your phone number at the register when you order.
You will then also get a free medium sub on your birthday or in the six days that follow it.
First Watch
Birthday freebies come in the form of a BOGO breakfast, brunch or lunch when you sign up for the Sun EClub.
Fuzzy’s Tacos
Known for amazing Baja fish tacos where you can order one of these on a Wednesday and get another taco for only $1. They also have free chips and queso upon sign up and a free birthday sopaipilla offer.
Download the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop app and use promo code D.j.001S3808 to earn 100 extra points towards Fuzzy’s Freebies!
Friendly’s
Sign up for the BFF Club and receive a free birthday sundae.
Godiva
Join the Godiva Rewards Club and receive a free birthday chocolate offer every year.
Habit Burger Grill
Be sure to join Habit Burger Grill’s CharClub to enjoy a free Charburger on your birthday.
Harkins Theatres
Sign up for My Harkins Rewards and receive a $5 birthday coupon to use at the concessions.
Hard Rock
Sign up for Hard Rock Rewards to get an “annual birthday offer” from the cafe and shops.
Hooters
Get 10 free boneless birthday wings when you sign up for Hootclub. You’ll also get $5 off your first purchase of $25 or more when you join.
Houlihan’s Restaurant and Bar
Sign up for the Email club to get a free birthday entree, plus $10 off just for joining.
IHOP
Sign up for MyHop and get free pancakes on your birthday. You’ll also get free pancakes on the anniversary of your sign-up.
Challenge yourself to score as many restaurant birthday deals as possible and make the celebration — and savings — last all month!
J. Crew Factory
When you sign up for Factory First, you’ll get an extra 20% off and free shipping as birthday freebies. You’ll also get an extra 15% off your first purchase after signing up.
JCPenney
Receive a birthday gift when you sign up for JCPenney Rewards. If you are not a JCPenney credit cardholder, you must have earned points within the last 21 months.
Kendra Scott
Kendra Scott offers a 50% birthday discount on one fashion jewelry or color bar item. It also offers a 25% discount on fine jewelry, sterling silver jewelry or gold vermeil jewelry. You can also get 25% off a home goods item. Find out more information here.
Kohl’s
Sign up for the Kohl’s Rewards program and get a “special birthday gift.”
Krispy Kreme
Join Krispy Kreme Rewards to receive a free Original Glazed Dozen. You’ll also get a free doughnut when you sign up.
Lettuce Eats Restaurants (mostly Chicago area)
As a member of the Frequent Diner Club, you’ll earn one point for every dollar you spend on dining at Lettuce restaurants. When you earn 150 points, you automatically get $10 back in Reward Dollars. When you think about it, we’re basically paying you to eat! Join for FREE today, or log in to check your Reward Dollar balance and update your account. “I signed up for lettuce eats app. Got $15 for my birthday on September 28. and then I logged out and logged in and got another $15 birthday. And for every $150 spent they give you $10. I ate at Joe’s and Shaw’s like 8x before I left Chicago.”
Longhorn Steakhouse
Join the Longhorn Steakhouse’s eClub and get “special offers and coupons” on your birthday. You’ll also get a free appetizer when you sign up.
Marie Callender’s
Join the eClub, and get $5 off the purchase of two entrees, plus two free slices of pie, the choice of a free “Marie’s Magnificent Six” or a free slice of pie with the purchase of an entree on your birthday. You’ll also get a special dine-in offer for signing up. The company also sends special offers for your wedding anniversary and allows you to add family members so they can get birthday rewards.
MixTeco (Best Mexican Fast Food in Chicago)
You can sign up at Mixteco.com for their birthday freebie $5 off and normally always use promo code 10DISC at Mixteco for 10% off all orders. Do it direct and not with Postmates or Uber Eats.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Register for Rockin’ Rewards and get a coupon for a free birthday burrito, plus a free cup of queso just for signing up.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Join the Nothing Bundt Cakes eClub and get a Bundtlet as a birthday freebie.
Old Navy
Opt into the Birthday Club when you subscribe to Old Navy’s emails to get a “free birthday gift.”
Olive Garden
Get a complimentary dessert on your birthday by signing up for the eClub. You’ll get a free dessert or appetizer when you sign up.
On the Border
Join Club Cantina and get free queso on your birthday, and just for signing up. PRO TIP: The Chase Freedom Card also normally has a 10% off at On The Border under “Chase Offers” that you add to your card.
Panera Bread
Sign up for the Panera Bread loyalty program to receive your annual birthday gift (you’ll also receive a free pastry or sweet with link signup).
Pandora
Join the Pandora Club get a 15% discount during their birthday month. This offer can only be used one time and is valid on regular-priced jewelry only.
Pei Wei Asian Diner
Sign up for My Wei Rewards and choose from these birthday freebies: crab wontons, traditional edamame, vegetable spring rolls or pork egg roll. The reward will automatically appear in your app seven days prior to your birthday. I know you like delicious food! Download the Pei Wei app and sign up using my code D.j.Saunde1354. You’ll get a free entrée after your first $8 purchase when you sign up with the app.
Perkins
Sign up for MyPerkins Club to receive a free Magnificent Seven meal on your birthdays. The meal includes two eggs, any way you like, plus two smoked bacon strips and three buttermilk pancakes. Plus you’ll get a 20% off coupon for signing up. You will also be able to add your children ages 12 and under so they can get birthday rewards, too.
Pinkberry
Sign up for a Pinkcard or download the app, and receive a free yogurt on your birthday.
Pita Pit
Register for the Pita Pit Rewards Club and receive a free pita on your birthday.
Pizza Hut
Join the Hut Rewards program to get a “birthday reward.”
Potbelly
You get a free treat from the Potbelly app.
Starbucks [FREE DRINK FAVORITE]
Get a birthday beverage or food item by signing up for Starbucks Rewards. Yes, you can even get a Venti sized latte for free at a Target with a Starbucks on your special day!
Planet Smoothie
Join the Planet Smoothie Club and receive a free smoothie for your birthday.
Redbox
Sign up for Redbox Perks and receive a free birthday rental (it must be used within 60 days). You’ll also get a free one-night rental for signing up (that offer is valid for two weeks).
Red Lobster
Enjoy a “birthday surprise” when you sign up for the My Red Lobster Rewards program.
Red Robin
Register for the Red Robin Royalty Program, and get a free birthday burger.
Rita’s
Get a free Italian ice on your birthday when you download Rita’s Ice App.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Sign up for the email club, and get a free dessert on your birthday.
Ruby Tuesday
As a participant of So Connected, you’ll get a choice of a free burger or a free garden bar entree on your birthday. You’ll also get a free appetizer for signing up.
Sephora
Beauty Insiders are eligible to choose a free makeup or skin care gift for their birthday.
Sbarro
Join the Slice Society to get a birthday surprise. You’ll also get a free New York slice when you buy a beverage after signing up.
Sonny’s BBQ
Get a free Big Deal Combo meal on your big day by joining the ‘Q Crew, plus a $5 coupon just for registering. Double the birthday freebies.
Sprinkles
Receive a free cupcake for your birthday when you join Sprinkles Perks.
Steuben’s and other Toast Tab partners
These are varying rewards from restaurants such as Steuben’s Uptown Denver of $5 on a birthday to other offers.
Subway
Sign up for the Subway MyWay Rewards program and the sandwich-making company will give you “something special” on your birthday.
Swagbucks
As a birthday reward, “you’ll receive a Swag Up for a 55 SB credit when you redeem your next gift card.” Swagbucks is a cash back rewards program where you click on the retailer from their site before you make a purchase. For example, click on Adidas through Swagbucks to use their coupon for 30% off and make an extra 8% back in cash back.
Taco Bueno (Oklahoma, Texas)
Sign up at tacobueno.com/loyalty and you will be instantly emailed a free Carne Asada Quesadilla coupon (birthday or not) then they also send you birthday savings.
TCBY
Sign up for TCBY emails, and receive your first 3 ounces free on your birthday.
Texas Roadhouse
Sign up for the email club and you’ll get a free appetizer or a sidekick of ribs on your birthday
The Melting Pot
Join Club Fondue to get a “birthday voucher.”
The Spaghetti Warehouse
Join the Warehouse Club, and get a free meal on your birthday, plus a free appetizer with an entree purchase for signing up.
Tijuana Flats
Become a Flathead and receive a free dessert for your birthday. You’ll also get a free Tijuana Trio when you sign up.
Torchy’s Tacos
Get Free Queso for signing up for the Taco Junkies rewards. Birthday gift: Redeem your Free Queso + Chips reward by adding the Green Chile Queso + Chips item to your cart and applying reward at checkout. Enjoy in your next Torchy’s app or online order.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Download the Tropical Smoothie Cafe app to be eligible for a birthday reward. What you get depends on your loyalty status, but it ranges from a $2 reward to a free menu item.
Ulta Beauty
As an Ultamate Rewards member, you’ll get an offer for extra bonus points on all purchases during your birthday month.
Uniqlo
Download the Uniqlo app to get a birthday coupon during your birthday month.
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Join the Uno Insider’s Club, and receive a free dessert on your birthday, as well as a free appetizer with an entree purchase when you join.
Waffle House
Make sure you join the Waffle House Regulars Club to receive a free waffle on your birthday. You’ll also get free hashbrowns when you sign up.
Whataburger Free Reward
Just sign up on Whataburger’s website or app and plug-in your birth-date info.
Wienerschnitzel
Join the Wiener Lovers’ Club, and get a free coupon each year on your birthday, plus a free chili dog for joining.
World Market
Sign up for World Market Rewards to get a “surprise offer” on your birthday, plus a 15% coupon for joining.
Yogurt Mountain
Join the YOMO Club, and get free yogurt on your birthday.
There you have it. The top 100 birthday freebies of 2024 with no candles required!