It’s National Donut Day 2025 — And That Means Free Donuts at Dunkin’, Krispy Kreme, and More.
Mark your calendars and skip the guilt — Friday, June 6 is National Donut Day 2025, and America’s favorite donut chains are going all in with freebies, discounts, and sweet surprises. Whether you’re loyal to Dunkin’, obsessed with Krispy Kreme, or hunting for local gems, there’s something sugary waiting for you.
But first, a bite of history: National Donut Day was created in 1938 by The Salvation Army to honor the “Donut Lassies” who served pastries to soldiers during World War I. That spirit of service now lives on through free donuts, veteran giveaways, and even competitive eating contests (yes, really).
🍩 Dunkin’ – Free Donut + Limited-Edition Merch
Deal: Get a free classic donut with any beverage purchase at participating Dunkin’ stores on June 6.
But there’s more: Dunkin’ has teamed up with Stoney Clover Lane for a limited-edition merch drop, including:
- Mini donut bags
- Strawberry & chocolate-themed pouches ($78)
- Donut and iced coffee bag charms ($48 each)
- Dunkin’-inspired patches, tumblers, straw toppers, and cup sleeves
Merch drops online at 10 a.m. ET on June 6 at Stoney Clover Lane’s website, and select items will be available in-store while supplies last.
🍩 Krispy Kreme – No Purchase Needed + 14 Days of Glazed
Deal: Get any donut free — no purchase required — at Krispy Kreme on June 6.
Buy a dozen? You can score another Original Glazed dozen for just $2.
Then from June 7–20, Krispy Kreme launches “14 Days of Glazed” with daily deals:
- June 13: Dozen Original Glazed for 13 cents (with any other dozen)
- June 20: Dozen Original Glazed for $2
- Bonus: Random customers will win free donuts for a year
🍩 Other National Donut Day 2025 Deals to Grab
Here’s a roundup of other deals happening nationwide on June 6:
- Casey’s: Free donut for loyalty members + half dozen for $5 (June 6–22)
- Duck Donuts: Free cinnamon sugar donut, no purchase needed
- Fry the Coop (Chicago): Croissant Donut Hot Chicken Sandwich for $6.60
- Graeter’s: Free donut with any coffee purchase (in-store only)
- Honey Dew: Free donut with medium drink
- Lidl: Free glazed donut with any purchase (via MyLidl app, code FREEDONUT)
- Maverik & Kum & Go: 50% off donuts for members, free donut for Nitro cardholders
- The Original Donut Shop Coffee (online): 50% off all products on Keurig.com (code: DONUT50)
- Paris Baguette: Free sugar mochi or twisted donut with any purchase (PB Rewards members)
- Sheetz: Free donut with drink purchase (June 6–10 via app)
- Shipley Do-Nuts: Free glazed donut with any purchase (use code DonutDay25 online)
- Tim Hortons: Free donut with beverage purchase for Tims Rewards members (through June 8)
🍩 How to Make the Most of National Donut Day
- Get in early. Many offers are first come, first served and supplies are limited.
- Download loyalty apps for places like Sheetz, Casey’s, and Tim Hortons to access deals.
- Double up: Some chains allow stacking a drink + donut deal with a merch purchase or in-app reward.
- Stay sweet on social: Follow Dunkin’, Krispy Kreme, and others on Instagram and X for surprise pop-ups and giveaways.
🍩 Why This Day Matters
Beyond free donuts and sugar highs, National Donut Day still ties back to service and gratitude. The Salvation Army will be delivering donuts to veterans in multiple cities, and hosting the National Donut Day World Donut Eating Championship at the WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
So whether you’re treating yourself, snagging freebies with friends, or simply enjoying the excuse to eat a sprinkle-covered circle of joy — this Friday is your moment.
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