Is it National Donut Day or National Doughnut Day? No matter how you spell it, it's about the celebration of fried dough on June 5, 2026.
Donut Day is celebrated by bakeries and donut shops nationwide, offering plenty of food freebies and deals that you can pick up on this food holiday.
Each year we look forward to free donuts from places like Dunkin’, Krispy Kreme, Duck Donuts, and LaMar’s. Here are all the deals we expect to see on Friday, June 5, 2026, based on what we saw during the last event..
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National Donut Day is a yearly day-long event full of free and cheap doughnuts.
National Donut Day celebrates the popular circular pastries with national restaurants offering deals such as free pizzas with purchase, BOGO free dozens, loyalty program rewards, and more. You'll see chains such as Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, and Duck Donuts typically participate.
The next National Donut Day will happen on Friday, June 5, 2026.
The “Donut Lassies” began their morale-boosting deliveries in June during World War I. In 1938, The Salvation Army started National Donut Day as a fundraiser for those affected by the Great Depression and as a way to honor the legacy of the "Donut Lassies". It's been observed on the first Friday of June ever since. In 2026, that will be, June 5.
Predicted National Donut Day Deals for 2026
7-Eleven: On National Doughnut Day (June 5, 2026), 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can anticipate a $0.50 Classic Glazed Donut at 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores.
Casey’s: Next year, Casey’s will likely celebrate National Donut Day by giving rewards members a free donut.
Dapper Doughnuts: Look for Dapper Doughnuts to offer a free 6-pack Cinnamon Sugar or Powdered Sugar Doughnuts with any purchase.
Doughnut Plant: We predict New York-based shop Doughnut Plant will celebrate National Donut Day with special-edition doughnuts that will only be available on June 5.
Duck Donuts: Next year, watch for Duck Donuts to celebrate National Donut Day by giving a free Cinnamon Sugar Donut in-store.
Dunkin’: We anticipate Dunkin’ will offer a free classic donut with every in-store or in-app beverage purchase on National Donut Day.
Honey Dew Donuts: In 2026, grab a free donut with a medium drink purchase at Honey Dew Donuts on June 5.
Krispy Kreme: On National Donut Day (June 5, 2026), Krispy Kreme will likely give customers a free donut, ANY kind with no purchase necessary. They will also likely offer a $2 Original Glazed Dozen with a purchase of any dozen doughnuts at regular price in store or drive thru.
LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee: Each year, LaMar’s gives away a free Ray's Original Glazed Donut, no purchase necessary.
Legendary Doughnuts: Watch for Legendary Doughnuts to offer a free doughnut card to the first 50 guests at each location. Plus, they'll likely hold a raffle for a free dozen donuts each month for a year.
Maverik and Kum & Go: Maverik and Kum & Go rewards members can look forward to 50% off donuts in celebration of National Donut Day, with no limit on the number of donuts. Maverik Nitro cardholders can anticipate a FREE donut on June 5, 2026.
Paris Baguette: PB Rewards members can look forward to a free Sugar Mochi Donut or small Twisted Donut with any purchase at Paris Baguette.
Sheetz: We predict Sheetz will offer a free donut on National Doughnut Day 2026 when you purchase any fountain drink, bottled drink, or Sheetz Bros. Coffee with an in-app promotion (find it under the OFFERZ tab).
Shipley Do-Nuts: Next year, Shipley Do-Nuts is offering a free glazed Do-Nut with any purchase on National Donut Day.
Stan's Donuts: Look for Stan's Donuts & Coffee shops in the Chicagoland area (16 locations) to celebrate National Donut Day (on June 5) by giving away a free Chocolate Dipped Donut with a purchase. And if your donut is pink, you'll win FREE donuts for a year.
Tim Hortons: Tim Hortons will likely offer rewards members a FREE donut when you purchase any beverage with an in-app offer.
Voodoo Doughnut: Watch for a FREE donut of your choice when you purchase a $10 Pink Raised Glazed dozen at Voodoo Doughnut on National Doughnut Day 2026.
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