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We hear it’s your special day, and what better way to celebrate than with free goodies? We’ve compiled a list of the best freebies you can get on your birthday without signing up for a membership or rewards program. All you have to do is visit one or more of these places on your big day and show them your ID. So, where can you go on your birthday for a free treat? Keep reading to find out.
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Restaurants
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1Applebee’s If you order a meal at Applebee’s, you can get a free hot fudge sundae on your birthday. This creamy and oh-so-delicious treat is usually $2.50 but can be free for you on your special day. [1] X Research source
- Applebee’s claims they only provide this perk to reward members, but many customers claim they’ve received it without being a member.
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2Bob Evans At Bob Evans, kids can get a free kid’s meal on their birthday if they dine in. Simply tell the wait staff it’s your child’s birthday, and watch the magic happen.Advertisement
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3California Pizza Kitchen At CPK, you can get a free dessert on your birthday. Choose from a slice of butter, red velvet, or Belgian chocolate cake, or keep it classy with a creamy slice of key lime pie.
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4Chompie’s At Chompie’s, you can get a free Eggciting Breakfast on your birthday. This tasty meal comes with 2 eggs, crispy home fries, and your choice of a bagel, toast, or English muffin and is sure to leave you stuffed.
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5Chili’s If you dine in at Chili’s on your birthday, you can get a free molten lava cake. This warm, gooey, chocolatey dessert is usually $9, but it can be yours for $0 to celebrate your big day.
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6Cracker Barrel If you dine in at Cracker Barrel, you can get a free dessert and musical serenade. Tell your server it’s your special day, and as long as you order a meal, you can get a free ice cream or cup of cobbler.
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7Denny’s If you dine in at Denny’s on your birthday, you can get a free Original Grand Slam breakfast. A plate piled high with crispy bacon, eggs, sausage links, and pancakes? What more could you ask for? [2] X Research source
- Some Denny’s locations may require you to sign up for their rewards program to receive this deal.
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8Dunkin’ Donuts At Dunkin’ Donuts, you can get a free drink on your special day. Choose a frozen Coolatta or opt for a classic cold brew—the choice is up to you!
- Some DD locations will ask you to show a rewards member card or account to redeem this freebie; however, some may only ask for a valid ID.
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9Dutch Bros. Coffee At Dutch Bros, you can enjoy a free cup of Joe for your big day. Simply roll up to the drive-thru, tell them it’s your birthday (showing a valid ID if asked), and get your free hot or cold coffee to start your day.
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10Firehouse Subs At Firehouse Subs, you can get a medium-sized sub for free on your birthday. Get anything from a meatball sub to a classic ham and cheese sandwich—you have the whole menu at your disposal!
- Firehouse Subs claims you need to be a rewards member to earn this freebie, but many customers say they’ve gotten their birthday sub by just showing their ID.
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11Iguana Mia At Iguana Mia, snag a free fried ice cream on your special day. Make sure to dine in so you can finish the festivities with a free, deliciously gooey scoop of decadent dessert. [3] X Research source
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12Joe’s Farm Grill (Gilbert, AZ) At Joe’s Farm Grill in Arizona, you can get a free adult-sized meal if it’s your birthday. Simply show up on your special day and hand them your ID. Then, eat a burger or rack of ribs for free! [4] X Research source
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13O’Charley’s If your birthday lands on a Wednesday, you can score a free slice of pie at O’Charley’s. This complimentary birthday treat is only available when you dine in.
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14Outback Steakhouse If it’s your birthday and you go to Outback Steakhouse, you can get anything from a free Bloomin’ Onion to a decadent brownie. Tell the wait staff it’s your special day and see what their location offers.
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15TGI Fridays If you tell the server it’s your birthday at TGI Fridays, they may return with a complimentary ice cream. In some cases, your free treat may even come with a celebratory song sung by all the wait staff!
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16The Capital Grille If you order a meal at The Capital Grille, you can get a free chocolate espresso cake for your birthday. This decadent dessert usually costs $12 but can be yours for free (as long as you dine in on your exact birthday).
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17The Cheesecake Factory At The Cheesecake Factory, you can receive a complimentary sundae piled high with whipped cream and sprinkles on your birthday. Who knows? You may even get a candle, too!
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18The Dead Poet (New York, NY) At The Dead Poet (New York’s famous literary-themed pub), you can get a free beer on your special day as long as you share a birthday with a famous dead author. Just head to the bar, show your ID, and announce it’s your birthday. [5] X Research source
- Make sure to Google your special day beforehand to see if you qualify for this deal.
Attractions
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1AMC Movies At AMC movie theaters, you can get a free large popcorn on your birthday. All you have to do is buy a regular movie ticket and show them your ID. [6] X Research source
- Some locations may require you to be an AMC Stubs member to receive this freebie.
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2AMF Bowling At AMF Bowling locations, you can get a free game on your big day. Head to the bowling alley and show your ID to the teller for a discount (just make sure to go on your birthday).
- AMF claims they only offer this deal to members; however, some customers say they’ve gotten a discount without a membership.
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3Dave & Buster’s If you play at Dave & Buster’s on your birthday, you can get $10 off your game card. Show your ID when you purchase your points to get $10 of extra playtime.
- Some argue that D&B’s no longer offers this discount; however, some customers still have luck with it. Check with your location to see if the offer still stands.
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4Denver Zoo (Denver, CO) On your special day, you can visit the Denver Zoo for free. Simply register online on the zoo's website in advance to receive your free birthday ticket.
- If you need help getting your free ticket online, call the zoo at (720) 337-1400 for assistance.
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5Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum (Salt Lake City, UT) In Salt Lake City, you can enjoy the Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum for free on your birthday. Prove that it’s your birthday when you arrive, and you’ll be good to go.
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6Mulligan Family Fun Center (Murrieta, CA) In California, you can get a free game of mini golf at Mulligan Family Fun Center . All you have to do is show up on your special day, show a valid ID, and start playing!
Stores
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1Aveda At Aveda locations, you can get a free gift on your birthday. Shop in stores and show a valid ID at check out to prove it’s your special day.
- Know that the gift is usually a sample- or tester-sized product or cosmetic.
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2Benefit Cosmetics At Benefit Cosmetics locations, you can claim a free gift on your birthday without signing up. Show them your ID and get a free gift or Brow Arch with any purchase.
- Keep in mind that these gifts are usually sample- or tester-sized cosmetics.
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3Changing Hands Bookstore (Phoenix, AZ) At Changing Hands Bookstore , you can receive $10 off your purchase during your birth month. Simply show the shop clerk your ID at checkout and enjoy your discounted books. [7] X Research source
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4Driscoll’s Berries At Driscoll’s Berries, you could win free berries for a whole month. All you have to do is put your name into Driscoll’s Berry Birthday Sweepstakes . You could win free berries or a $100 Visa gift card if you enter by the end of your birthday month. [8] X Research source
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5DSW At DSW, you can receive $5 off your purchase during your birthday month. All you have to do is shop in stores and show an employee your ID at checkout. If it’s your birthday month, you’ll likely get $5 off your purchase. [9] X Research source
- A DSW VIP membership may be required at some locations to receive this discount.
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6Estee Lauder At Estee Lauder, you can get a free gift on your special day. Shop in stores and tell the cashier it’s your birthday when you check out (showing a valid ID if they ask).
- The free gift is unknown and varies depending on availability and season. More often than not, it’s a sample- or tester-sized product.
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7NARS Cosmetics At NARS, you can get a free mini duo during your birthday month. Depending on availability, your mini duo could include a lip gloss, eye shadow, blush, and/or setting powder. All you have to do is purchase any other item and prove it’s your birth month at checkout.
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8Sally Beauty At Sally Beauty locations, you can get $5 off during your whole birthday month. Simply shop until you drop at your local Sally’s. Then, show your ID at checkout to prove it’s your birth month.
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9SmashBox Cosmetics At SmashBox, you can get a free gift with any purchase on your birthday. Head to a SmashBox location near you, do a bit of shopping and show a valid ID at checkout (while claiming it’s your birthday).
- Remember that free gifts are typically sample- or tester-sized products.
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10Winky Lux At Winky Lux, you can receive a free birthday cake lip gloss on your special day. Order online at the Winky Lux website and apply a birthday discount at check out to get this freebie.
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- Know that every restaurant, store, or business location won’t always accommodate these birthday freebies. Some locations may require a membership or have other stipulations. Even so, it never hurts to try!Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://mommypoppins.com/birthday-parties/birthday-freebies-kids-get-free-stuff-on-your-birthday
- ↑ https://www.dennys.com/rewards
- ↑ https://www.iguanamia.com/index.php/que-pasa/birthdays-at-iguana-mia
- ↑ https://www.joesfarmgrill.com
- ↑ https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/things-we-love/celebrate-birthday-freebies-and-discounts-around-the-city&slide=4
- ↑ https://mommypoppins.com/birthday-parties/birthday-freebies-kids-get-free-stuff-on-your-birthday
- ↑ https://www.changinghands.com/page/birthday
- ↑ https://www.driscolls.com/rewards-birthday
- ↑ https://mommypoppins.com/birthday-parties/birthday-freebies-kids-get-free-stuff-on-your-birthday