Birthdays are special, and who doesn’t love free stuff? To make your special day even better, numerous businesses offer Birthday Free Gifts. From delicious food and drinks to exciting retail perks, you can celebrate in style without spending a dime. Most of these generous offers require a little pre-planning, usually signing up for an email list or rewards program at least a week before your birthday. So, get organized now to reap the rewards and enjoy a cascade of birthday freebies on your big day.
100+ Places Showering You with Birthday Free Gifts
Get ready to be spoiled! This comprehensive list details over 100 restaurants, retailers, and entertainment venues ready to celebrate your birthday with fantastic freebies. Remember to sign up for their rewards programs or email lists in advance to ensure you don’t miss out.
Savor Delicious Birthday Freebies: Restaurants & Food
- A&W All American Food: Join the Mug Club for a classic free root beer float.
- Abuelo’s: Mi Abuelo’s Rewards members receive a “special reward.”
- Applebee’s: Club Applebee’s (https://www.applebees.com/en/sign-up) offers a free birthday dessert with a $15+ purchase.
- Auntie Anne’s: The Pretzel Perks app (https://www.auntieannes.com/my-pretzel-perks-app) gives you a free pretzel after a $1 purchase and a birthday surprise.
- Baja Fresh: Club Baja Rewards (https://www.bajafresh.com/clubbaja/) provides a “special offer” valid around your birthday.
- Baskin Robbins: Join the Birthday Club (https://www.baskinrobbins.com/en/sign-up) for a free birthday scoop.
- BD’s Mongolian Grill: BD’s Rewards (https://www.bdsgrill.com/rewards) offers a free bowl with another bowl purchase on your birthday.
- Benihana’s: Chef’s Table (https://www.benihana.com/promotions/chefs-table/) members receive a $30 birthday certificate.
- Ben & Jerry’s: Flavor Fanatics (https://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/flavor-fanatics) get free birthday ice cream.
- Bertucci’s: Bertucci’s eClub (https://www.bertuccis.com/eclub/) sends a “special gift.”
- Big Boy: I Love Big Boy email club (https://www.bigboy.com/) members get a free birthday dessert.
- Bruegger’s Bagels: Bruegger’s Bagels Inner Circle (https://rewards.brueggers.com/join) offers a free bagel and cream cheese with purchase.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Blazin’ Rewards (https://www.buffalowildwings.com/en/rewards/) provides six free birthday wings.
- California Pizza Kitchen: CPK Rewards (https://www.cpk.com/sign-up) offers a free birthday dessert, or a free entree for higher point earners.
- CAVA: CAVA Rewards (https://cava.com/rewards) provides “delicious birthday rewards.”
- Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A One (https://www.chick-fil-a.com/one) offers a “sweet” birthday treat.
- Chili’s: My Chili’s Rewards Club (https://www.chilis.com/rewards) gives a free birthday dessert.
- Chipotle: Chipotle rewards program (https://www.chipotle.com/order/rewards) offers a birthday “surprise.”
- Cinnabon: Cinnabon Rewards (https://www.cinnabon.com/rewards) members receive a free iced coffee on their birthday.
- Cold Stone Creamery: My Cold Stone Club (https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/mycsc/) offers a birthday reward.
- Crumbl Cookies: Crumbl Loyalty Account (https://crumblcookies.com/rewards) now requires points earned for a birthday freebie.
- Culver’s: MyCulver’s (https://www.culvers.com/my-culvers) offers a free birthday scoop with one topping.
Two sundaes at Culver
Image alt text: Two delicious Culver’s sundaes with whipped cream and cherries, showcasing birthday free gifts.
- Dairy Queen: DQ Rewards (https://www.dairyqueen.com/en-us/rewards/) provides a “special birthday surprise.”
- Del Taco: Del Yeah! Rewards (https://deltaco.com/delyeahrewards) offers a free regular-size premium shake.
- Denny’s: Denny’s Rewards program (https://www.dennys.com/rewards/) provides a “delicious birthday gift.”
- Dunkin’ Donuts: Dunkin’ Rewards (https://www.dunkindonuts.com/en/dunkinrewards/registration) sends “birthday offers.”
- Dutch Bros Coffee: Dutch Rewards (https://www.dutchbros.com/rewards) offers a free drink of any size on your birthday.
- Earl of Sandwich: Earl of Sandwich’s eClub (https://earlofsandwichusa.com/eclub/) sends a “special birthday gift.”
- Edible Arrangements: Edible Rewards (https://www.ediblearrangements.com/rewards/) offers “birthday rewards.”
- Einstein Bros. Bagels: Shmear Society (https://rewards.einsteinbros.com/join) provides a free egg sandwich with purchase.
- First Watch: Sun EClub members get a BOGO breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Sign up via their app (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/first-watch-mobile-app/id1206528977 or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thuzi.firstwatch&hl=en).
- Friendly’s: Friendly’s Club Fun (https://friendlys.com/club-fun/) members receive free birthday ice cream.
- Golden Corral: Good as Gold Club (https://www.goldencorral.com/good-as-gold-club/) offers “special birthday offers.”
- Grimaldi’s: Grimaldi’s Rewards (https://www.grimaldispizzeria.com/rewards/) offers a free 16” cheese pizza with purchase.
- Honey Baked Ham: Honey Baked Rewards (https://www.honeybaked.com/honey-baked-ham-rewards) provides $9 in HoneyBaked Cash.
- Houlihan’s Restaurant and Bar: Email club members (https://houlihans.fbmta.com/members/UpdateProfile.aspx?Action=Subscribe&_Theme=23622320365) get “birthday gifts.”
- IHOP: International Bank of Pancakes (https://www.ihop.com/en/rewards) gives a free full stack of pancakes.
- Jamba Juice: Jamba Rewards (https://www.jamba.com/rewards) offers a free small birthday smoothie (with minimum spend).
- Krispy Kreme: Krispy Kreme Rewards (https://krispykreme.com/more-smiles/rewards) members receive a “sweet birthday gift,” usually free donuts.
- Marie Callender’s: eClub members (http://mariecallender.fbmta.com/members/UpdateProfile.aspx) get “exclusive email offers” for birthdays.
- McDonald’s: MyMcDonald’s Rewards app (https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/mymcdonalds.html) may offer in-app birthday freebies.
- Medieval Times: Birthday Fellowship (https://www.medievaltimes.com/birthday-code) provides a coupon code; Queen’s Court offers a “birthday surprise.”
- Moe’s Southwest Grill: Moe Rewards (https://www.moes.com/rockin-rewards) offers a free cup of guac or queso.
- Nothing Bundt Cakes: eClub (https://www.nothingbundtcakes.com/) members get a free Bundtlet.
- Olive Garden: eClub (https://www.olivegarden.com/customer-service/joineclub-step1) sends email reminders and discount offers; free birthday dessert in-restaurant.
- On the Border: Border Rewards (https://www.ontheborder.com/border-rewards/) offers a “special surprise.”
- Papa John’s: Papa Rewards (https://www.papajohns.com/order/papa-rewards) provides a free birthday dessert (location dependent).
- Pei Wei: Pei Wei Rewards (https://www.peiwei.com/pei-wei-rewards/) offers a choice of birthday freebies with a purchase.
- P.F. Chang’s: Chang’s Ca$h (https://www.pfchangs.com/rewards) members get a free appetizer or dessert.
- Pinkberry: Pinkcard (https://www.pinkberry.com/rewards/index.php) or app users receive a “surprise offer.”
- Pita Pit: Pita Pit Rewards (https://pitapitusa.com/pit-card/app) offers a free birthday pita.
- Pizza Hut: Hut Rewards (https://www.pizzahut.com/account/create-account) emails a “special reward.”
- Planet Smoothie: Planet VIP (https://www.planetsmoothie.com/vip/index.php) offers a $6 birthday coupon.
- Quiznos: Quiznos Loyalty program (https://www.quiznos.com/loyalty/) offers a BOGO 8” sub.
- Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers: Caniac Club (https://www.raisingcanes.com/caniac-club/) provides a “special offer.” Sign up in-store or via their app.
- Red Lobster: My Red Lobster Rewards program (https://www.redlobster.com/rewards) offers a “birthday reward.”
- Red Robin: Red Robin Royalty Program (https://www.redrobin.com/rewards) gives a free birthday burger.
- Rita’s: Rita’s Birthday eClub (https://assets.fbmta.com/clt/ritas/lp/join/2020/1/join.asp) offers “exclusive discounts.”
- Ruby Tuesday: Ruby Rewards program (https://www.rubytuesday.com/rewards/) offers a free dessert or garden bar add-on.
- Smoothie King: Healthy Rewards (https://www.smoothieking.com/healthy-rewards) offers a free birthday smoothie.
- Sprinkles: Sprinkles Perks (http://sprinkles.com/perks) offers a free birthday cupcake (or baker’s dozen for higher tiers).
- Starbucks: Starbucks Rewards (https://www.starbucks.com/rewards) provides a birthday beverage or food item.
- TCBY: Froyo Club Rewards (https://www.tcby.com/froyoclub/) offers a “free birthday treat” (up to $5).
- Texas Roadhouse: VIPclub (https://www.texasroadhouse.com/vip-club?InputSource=Web&utm_source=&utm_medium=&utm_campaign=pennyhoarder) gives a free appetizer or sidekick of ribs/shrimp.
- The Cheesecake Factory: Cheesecake Rewards (https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/rewards) offers a free slice of cheesecake with purchase.
- The Melting Pot: Club Fondue (https://mcxfmbckjqzgj4w5q2475nh1-zfm.pub.sfmc-content.com/nnwlolvte43) members get a “birthday voucher.”
- The Spaghetti Warehouse: Warehouse Club (http://www.meatballs.com/join-our-club/) birthday offer varies by location (free meal or dessert).
- TGIFridays: Friday Rewards (https://tgifridays.com/loyalty/) members get a free birthday dessert.
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Tropical Smoothie Cafe app (https://www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com/rewards/) users are eligible for a “surprise birthday reward.”
- Uno Pizzeria & Grill: Uno Extras program (https://www.unos.com/unoextras/) provides a birthday coupon (with minimum spend history).
- Waffle House: Waffle House Regulars Club (http://www.wafflehouse.com/regulars-club/) offers a free birthday waffle.
- Wahlburgers: Wahlclub (https://wahlburgers.com/wahlclub) members get a free housemade shake.
- Wetzel’s Pretzels: Wetzel’s Pretzels app (https://www.wetzels.com/wetzels-app) rewards account offers a free Original or Sinful Cinnamon pretzel.
- Wienerschnitzel: Wiener Lovers’ Club (http://www.wienerschnitzel.com/specials/) offers “free food” on your birthday.
- Wingstop: The Crew email list (https://www.wingstop.com/account/signup) provides a free “birthday gift.”
Enjoy Entertainment & Retail Birthday Free Gifts
- ABC Liquor: ABC Liquor Access (https://www.abcfws.com/access) offers a “birthday gift.”
- AMC Theatres: AMC Stubs Insider (https://www.amctheatres.com/amcstubs) members get a free large popcorn. Premier members get popcorn and a drink.
- Harkins Theatres: My Harkins Rewards (https://www.harkins.com/my-harkins-awards) offers a $5 birthday concessions coupon.
- Hard Rock: Unity by Hard Rock (https://www.unitybyhardrock.com/benefits) provides a free dessert at the cafe.
- Adidas: adiClub Rewards (https://www.adidas.com/us/adiclubrewards) offers a “birthday gift” (requires points earned).
- Banana Republic: Banana Republic Rewards (https://bananarepublic.gap.com/customerService/info.do?cid=1098875) offers a “birthday gift.”
Image alt text: Penny Hoarder editor Robin Hartill showcasing a variety of birthday free gifts received from different retailers and restaurants.
- Columbia: Greater Rewards program (https://www.columbia.com/rewardsprogram) offers 20% off on your birthday.
- Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW): DSW VIP Club (https://www.dsw.com/en/us/vip#comparisonChart) offers a $5 birthday reward ($10 for Elite members).
- Famous Footwear: Famously You Rewards (https://www.famousfootwear.com/rewards) members get $5 birthday cash.
- Hot Topic: Hot Topic Rewards (https://www.hottopic.com/customer-service/hot-topic-rewards/) provides a $5 birthday coupon.
- JCPenney: JCPenney Rewards (https://www.jcpenney.com/rewards) offers a $10 CashPass Reward.
The exterior of a Kohls store.
Image alt text: Kohl’s store exterior, representing retail birthday free gifts available at department stores.
- Kohl’s: Kohl’s Rewards program (https://www.kohls.com/feature/rewards.jsp) offers a “special birthday gift.”
- Old Navy: Navyist Rewards (https://oldnavy.gap.com/customerService/info.do?cid=1095422) offers “extra perks” on your birthday.
- Pretty Little Thing: Account holders (https://www.prettylittlething.us/customer/account/create) receive a “birthday surprise.”
- Target: Target Circle (https://www.target.com/circle) members get a 5% off coupon.
- Tilly’s: Tilly’s Rewards (https://www.tillys.com/rewards-landing.html) offers a $5 birthday coupon.
- Torrid: Torrid Rewards (https://www.torrid.com/torrid/customer-service/torrid-rewards/about-torrid-rewards.html) provides a “special birthday gift.”
- Victoria’s Secret: Victoria’s Secret & PINK Rewards program members get $10 birthday rewards ($15 with credit card and spend).
- Aveda: Aveda’s loyalty rewards program (https://www.aveda.com/pure_privilege/index.tmpl) (paid membership) offers a free gift and double points.
- Bath & Body Works: Bath & Body Works Loyalty Rewards (https://www.bathandbodyworks.com/loyalty-rewards) offers a free “birthday gift.”
- Sephora: Beauty Insiders (https://www.sephora.com/profile/BeautyInsider) choose a free makeup or skincare gift.
- Ulta Beauty: Ultamate Rewards (https://www.ulta.com/myaccount/learnmore_template.jsp?learnMoreAccordion=true&page=benefits) members choose from free birthday gifts and get bonus coupons for higher tiers.
- Ace Hardware: Ace Rewards (https://www.acehardware.com/ace-rewards) members get $5 off ($10 off for higher spenders).
- Barnes & Noble: Premium Membership (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/membership/) (paid) offers a “special offer.”
- Build-A-Bear: Build-A-Bear Bonus Club (https://www.buildabear.com/brand-account-bonus-club.html) offers a “special reward.”
The exterior of a CVS is photographed in Florida.
Image alt text: CVS Pharmacy exterior, representing drugstore birthday free gifts and rewards programs.
- CVS Pharmacy: ExtraCare program (https://www.cvs.com/extracare/home) members get a free $3 Extrabucks reward.
- Disneyland: Disney-themed restaurants at Disneyland (https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/birthdays/) may offer a free birthday dessert.
- Yankee Candle: Fragrance Family (https://www.yankeecandle.com/rewards.html) offers a free birthday gift (premium gift for higher points).
Online Birthday Perks
- Inbox Dollars: InboxDollars pays you to answer surveys year-round, not just on your birthday.
- Swagbucks: Swagbucks offers a Swag Up for a 55 SB credit when you redeem a gift card during your birthday month.
- World Market: World Market Rewards (https://www.worldmarket.com/rewards-landing-page.html) provides a “surprise offer.”
Important Note: Birthday free gift offers can change, and participation may vary by location. Always confirm details directly with the business before assuming an offer is valid. Signing up for emails or rewards programs often requires providing your birth date and opting into marketing communications.
Maximize Your Birthday Freebies: Pro Tips
- Sign Up Early: Most offers require sign-up at least 7 days before your birthday. Don’t wait until the last minute!
- Check Your Email: Birthday offers are usually delivered via email. Keep an eye on your inbox, and check your spam folder just in case.
- Read the Fine Print: Some offers require a purchase or have specific redemption periods. Understand the terms to avoid disappointment.
- Plan Your Route: If you want to maximize your freebies, plan your day strategically to visit locations efficiently.
- Enjoy Your Birthday! The most important thing is to have fun and celebrate. Birthday free gifts are just a bonus to make your day a little sweeter.
By taking advantage of these birthday free gifts, you can create a memorable and budget-friendly celebration. Start signing up for your favorite programs today and get ready to enjoy a birthday filled with freebies! Happy Birthday!
