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50 Places That Will Give You Free Stuff on Your Birthday

Written by
Alex Huntsberger
Alex Huntsberger is a personal finance writer who covered online lending, credit scores, and employment for OppU. His work has been cited by ESPN.com, Business Insider, and The Motley Fool.
Read time: 6 min
Updated on August 8, 2024
Friends and family didn't get you any birthday gifts this year? Well, head on down to the local Baskin Robbins or Subway for a free birthday treat instead.

If it’s your birthday, then you deserve free stuff. It’s just that simple. However, we wouldn’t suggest that you walk into any old store and start taking the things you want. That is called stealing, and it is illegal. Even on your birthday.

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Don’t worry, though. Here’s a list of 50 businesses where you can get special freebies for your birthday.

1. Applebee’s

Sign up for the Applebee’s email list and get a birthday coupon for a free appetizer.

2. Arby’s

Get 25% off your order when you sign up for Arby’s Rewards. Additionally, you will get a sneak peek at new menu items, receive new offers every month, and even a few surprises.

3. Au Bon Pain

Become a member of the Au Bon Pain eClub and you'll get a birthday coupon for a free coffee and pastry at participating locations.

4. Auntie Annie's

If you're signed up for the My Pretzel Perks mobile app, you'll get a free pretzel after you spend your first $1, a free pretzel on your birthday when you spend $10+ annually, and other offers for members only.

5. Baskin Robbins

Sign up for the Baskin Robbins Birthday Club and on your birthday, coupons will be automatically added to your account in the BR App and sent via email.

6. Chick-fil-A

All members of the Chick-fil-A One program receive a free birthday reward.

7. Chili’s

Join Chili’s My Chili’s Rewards program and you’ll be eligible for a free birthday dessert.

8. Cinnabon

Cinnabon will give you a free order of BonBites for becoming a rewards member as well as a 16oz cold brew when your birthday comes around.

9. Cold Stone Creamery

One of the perks of the My Cold Stone Club Rewards program is a “Buy One, Get One Free” coupon loaded into your account for your birthday.

10. Culver’s

Get a free one-scoop sundae on your birthday if you have a MyCulver’s account.

11. Dairy Queen

Signing up for the Blizzard Fan Club means a “special surprise” for your birthday.

12. Del Taco

Create a Del Taco Del Yeah! rewards account and receive a free shake on your birthday.

13. Denny’s

As a member of Denny's Rewards Program you'll get "a delicious birthday gift each year."

14. Dunkin Donuts

Sign up for DD Perks and you’ll earn 3 times the points on any purchases you make the day before, the day of, or the day after your birthday.

15. Einstein Bros. Bagels

When you sign up for a Shmear Society account you'll receive a coupon for a free egg sandwich (with purchase) for your birthday.

16. Famous Dave’s

Get a tasty birthday gift when you join the Famous Nation email list.

17. Firehouse Subs

Sign up for Firehouse Rewards and get a free medium sub on your birthday.

18. Friendly’s

Joining Friendly’s Sweet Rewards Club means a free birthday sundae for your mouth and tummy. Just one for both.

19. Great American Cookies

You can get $5 off when you download the Great American Cookies Rewards App and make a purchase. Additional rewards and exclusive offers are available on your birthday and other holidays.

20. Houlihan’s

Join Houlihan’s eClub and you’ll receive a $10 off welcome offer as well as birthday and anniversary gifts.

21. IHOP

Sign up for the IHOP’s adorably named MyHop program and you’ll be eligible for a free stack of 5 pancakes after your first purchase and free birthday pancakes.

22. Jack in the Box

Sign up to Jack in the Box’s Jack Pack and get 20% off your first order.

23. Jamba Juice

Get a free birthday smoothie with Jamba Rewards as long you've spent at least $10 in Jamba products over the previous 12 months.

24. Jersey Mike’s Subs

Members of Jersey Mike’s Email Club receive a coupon for a free regular sub and 16oz soft drink a week before your birthday every year.

25. Johnny Rockets

Sign up for Johnny Rockets’ Rocket eClub and get a free burger with purchase of an entree and drink or shake.

26. Krispy Kreme

Joining Krispy Kreme’s rewards program means getting a reward in your account on the 1st day of your birthday month.

27. Longhorn Steakhouse

Sign up for the LongHorn Steakhouse EClub and get free offers and coupons on your birthday.

28. Noodles and Company

You’ll get a free treat on your birthday when you sign up for the Noodles Rewards program.

29. Olive Garden

Get one free birthday dessert when you sign up for Olive Garden’s eClub.

30. Orange Julius

One of the perks of membership in the Julius League is a coupon for your birthday.

31. Panda Express

Signing up to receive emails from Panda Express means that you’ll get an exclusive offer on your birthday.

32. Panera Bread

Register for a MyPanera account and get a special birthday reward.

33. P.F. Chang’s

Membership in P.F. Chang’s Rewards Program means you'll get a free appetizer or dessert on your birthday month.

34. Pinkberry

Members of the Pinkcard loyalty program get a free yogurt on their birthday.

35. Qdoba Mexican Grill

Get a free treat on your birthday when you sign up for Qdoba Rewards.

36. Redbox

Join Redbox Perks and get a birthday offer emailed to your account.

37. Red Lobster

Get a special birthday surprise with the My Red Lobster Rewards program.

38. Red Robin

One of the rewards you’ll receive when you become Red Robin Royalty is a free birthday burger.

39. Ruby Tuesday

Receive a free dessert on your special day when you subscribe to Ruby Tuesday’s Ruby Rewards program.

40. Sbarro

The famed pizzeria offers a free slice with a $5+ purchase on your birthday for members of the Sbarro Rewards.

41. Sephora

You can get a free gift for your birthday when you’re a Sephora Beauty Insider member.

42. Sprinkles Cupcakes

The three levels of the Sprinkles Perks program come with increasing amounts of free birthday cupcakes, from one at Vanilla Tier to two at Dark Chocolate Tier, and maxing out at 13 for the Red Velvet Tier.

43. Starbucks

As a Starbucks Rewards member, you get a free beverage or food item on your birthday as long as you've made at least one purchase previously.

44. Subway

Sign up for Subway MVP Rewards and get "a freebie” on your birthday.

45. TCBY

Sign up for the TCBY Froyo Club Rewards app you can get a free birthday treat  (up to a $5.00 value).

46. Texas Roadhouse

Their VIP Program will send you a special offer for your birthday.

47. TGI Fridays

You’ll receive a coupon for a free birthday dessert as a TGI Fridays Rewards member.

48. Waffle House

Do you want a free waffle to celebrate your birthday? Then become a member of the Waffle House Regulars Club.

49. Wing Stop

People who join The Club from Wing Stop receive a free gift on their birthday.

50. Zaxby’s

Receive a free Big Zax Snak on your birthday if you're a member of the Zax Rewardz Club.

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