Birthday Freebies for 2026 That Are Actually Worth Your Time
When it comes to things to do on your birthday; one of my go-to birthday ideas is taking advantage of birthday freebies and rewards that so many restaurants and retailers offer.
If you’re interested in trying birthday freebies. Or if you’ve never heard of them and want to know what they are and how to take advantage of them, then this article is for you.
What are Birthday Freebies
First, let’s talk about what birthday freebies actually are. These are different rewards and deals that many restaurants and retailers give out as a little “happy birthday” gift to you on your birthday or throughout your entire birth month. It can be anything from a free item to a discounted coupon code. Think free pancakes or even free ice cream.
I’ve scoured the internet and I’ve put together the ultimate list of amazing birthday freebies you can take advantage of. All of the companies are linked, so be sure to click each name to read their rules, terms, and how to redeem your birthday reward. Most of them require signing up for some type of loyalty program, so before you head out to claim your birthday treat, make sure to read the requirements first!
When Should I Sign up for Birthday Freebies
Since birthday freebies are rewards offered by different retailers; it’s best to sign up for your favorite companies’ loyalty programs months, weeks, or even days before your birthday. Doing this ensures that when your birthday arrives, you’ll be eligible to receive your birthday reward.
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Food & Drinks Birthday Freebies
1. Aunty Anne’s Birthday Freebie
Sign up for Aunty Anne’s rewards to get a free pretzel on your birthday. You must make at least one purchase annually to qualify for the birthday reward.
2. IHOP
Join IHOP’s reward program, the International Bank of Pancakes; and get a free stack of pancakes on your birthday.
3. Denny’s
Become a Denny’s reward member and receive a free Grand Slam breakfast on your birthday.
4. Chick-fil-A Birthday Freebie
Join the Chic-fil-a One rewards program and receive “something sweet” on your birthday. From a free cookie to a free smoothie and even free chicken mini’s, the birthday reward varies by location.
5. PF Chang’s
Sign up for P.F. Chang’s rewards and receive a free appetizer or dessert on your birthday.
6. California Pizza Kitchen
Sign up for CPK rewards and receive a free dessert on your birthday. And if you earn 350 points or more throughout the year, you can upgrade your birthday reward to a free entree.
7. Jersey Mikes
Join Jersey Mike’s rewards and receive a free birthday sub with the purchase of a regular sub in the past year.
8. Jimmy John’s
Sign up for Jimmy John’s rewards and receive a free “birthday surprise”.
9. Buffalo Wild Wings
Join Buffalo Wild Wing’s B-Dubs reward program and receive free wings on your birthday.
10. Wingstop
Sign up to Wingstop’s email newsletter and receive a free birthday gift.
11. CAVA
Join CAVA’s rewards program and choose between a free drink, dessert, or pita chips on your birthday.
12. Chipotle
Sign up for Chipotle reward’s and receive a free birthday gift with a minimum purchase. This past year, I was offered free guacamole with a minimum purchase of $5.
13. Moe’s Southwest Grill
Sign up for Moe reward’s and choose between a free cup of guacamole or queso as your birthday gift.
14. Del Taco
Join Del Yeah! reward’s and receive a free regular size premium shake on your birthday. And if you’ve racked up more than 1,000 points within the year, you can choose between a free shake or dessert (except cheesecake bites),
15. Taco Bell
Join Taco Bell reward’s and receive a free gift on your birthday. This past year I was offered a free “mountain Baja blast freeze” however, your birthday reward may vary based on your location.
16. Habit Burger & Grill
Sign up for a Habit Burger account and receive a free birthday offer.
17. Panda Express
Sign up for Panda rewards and you’ll be able to choose from a selection of gift options on your birthday.
18. Starbucks Birthday Freebie
Sign up for Starbucks rewards and receive a free drink on your birthday. In order to be eligible for the birthday reward, you’ll need to have made at least 1 star earning purchase within the past year. Also, you’re only able to claim your free drink on the actual day of your birthday (versus your birthday month).
19. Dutch Bros Coffee
Sign up for Dutch rewards and receive a free drink of any size for your birthday (redeemable through the app).
20. Jamba Juice
Join Jamba rewards and receive a free smoothie to celebrate your birthday.
21. Smoothie King
Join Smoothie King’s Healthy Rewards program and receive an “exclusive birthday gift”.
Dessert Birthday Freebies 2026
22. Baskin Robbins Freebie
Sign up for Baskin Robbins rewards and receive a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday.
23. Nothing Bundt Cake Birthday Freebie
Join Nothing Bundt Cake’s Bundtastic Rewards and receive a free bundtlet for your birthday.
24. Applebees
Sign up for Club Applebees’s and receive a free appetizer on your next order. Plus a free dessert for your birthday.
25. Arby’s
Sign up for Arby’s rewards and receive a free milkshake at participating locations.
26. Chili’s
Join My Chili’s Rewards Club and receive a free dessert for your birthday. (must make a minimum $5 purchase to redeem reward)
27. Dairy Queen
Sign up for Dairy Queen rewards and receive a free birthday offer (varies by location).
28. Edible Arrangements
Join Edible rewards and receive a “birthday reward”.
29. Publix
Join Club Publix and receive a “sweet treat”. In the past, I was given the option of choosing a container of ice cream or a bar cake from the Bakery bar.
30. Carvel
Sign up for Carvel’s Fudgie Fanatics club and receive a free small ice cream cup or cone.
31. Menchie’s
Join Menchies mySmileage rewards program and receive $5 towards the purchase of ice cream.
32. Panera Bread
Join My Panera Rewards and receive a free birthday treat.
33. Outback Steakhouse
Sign up for Outback Steakhouse’s Dine Rewards and receive a free birthday dessert. You’ll also receive a free blooming onion just for signing up for their rewards program.
34. Olive Garden
Join Olive Garden’s EClub Family and receive a free complimentary dessert on your birthday.
35. Red Lobster
Join My Red Lobster Rewards and receive a “birthday reward”.
36. Rita’s Ice Birthday Freebie
Sign up for Rita’s rewards and receive a free small Italian ice for your birthday.
37. Steak ‘N Shake
Join Steak ‘N Shake rewards and receive a free birthday offer.
38. Tijuana Flats
Sign up for Tijuana Flats Flathead rewards and receive a free dessert for your birthday.
39. Cheesecake Factory Birthday Freebie
Join Cheesecake Factory’s Cheesecake Rewards and receive a free slice cake for your birthday.
40. BJ’s Restaurant
Join BJ’s Premier Rewards Plus and receive a free pizookie for your birthday.
Retail Birthday Freebies 2026
41. Sephora Birthday Freebie
Sign up for Sephora’s Beauty Insider program and receive a free birthday gift set (if ordering online, you need a minimum $25 purchase to redeem reward)
42. Ulta Birthday Freebie
Sign up for Ulta Beauty Rewards and receive a free gift during your birthday month (gift varies month by month)
43. Famous Footwear
Sign up for Famous Footwear’s Famously You rewards and receive a $5 birthday cash reward. Plus, you’ll also earn double points on all purchases made during your birthday month.
44. Bath & Body Works
Sign up for My Bath & Body Works rewards and receive a “birthday surprise” for your birthday.
45. Victoria Secret
Join Victoria Secret & Pink rewards and receive a $10 cash reward that you can apply toward your purchase.
46. American Eagle
Sign up for American Eagle’s Real Rewards and receive a $5 birthday reward.
47. Yankee Candle
Join Yankee Candle’s Fragrance Family and recipe a free birthday gift.
48. Kohl’s
Sign up for Kohl’s rewards and receive a $5 cash reward towards your purchase.
Entertainment & Experience Freebies 2026
49. AMC Theaters Birthday Freebie
Become a free AMC Stubs Insider and receive a free large popcorn during your birthday month.
50. Regal
Join Regal rewards and receive free popcorn.
51. Dave & Busters
Sign up for D&B rewards and receive a free birthday gift. (In the past, I’ve received free tokens as my reward)
