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National Drive-Thru Day: What to Expect Next July 24

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Buckle up, foodies — the next National Drive-Thru Day will take place on Friday, July 24, 2026. Here’s your chance to score some curbside freebies, discounts, and plenty of food deals. Whether you’re craving a caffeinated jolt or a crispy chicken treat, Drive‑Thru Day is your golden ticket to wallet‑friendly munchies. 

In 2026, we predict Chick-fil-A, Krispy Kreme, Jack in the Box, and other restaurants will have deals and giveaways on Friday, July 24. Here’s everything you need to know about this food holiday and what to expect next year, based on what we saw during the last event

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National Drive-Thru Day is an annual food holiday that offers drive-thru-only deals every July 24.

Every year on July 24, restaurants, including Jack in the Box, offer drive-thru-only freebies, discounts, and deals. Some, like Chick-fil-A, even have giveaways.

The next National Drive-Thru Day will take place on Friday, July 24, 2026.

Drive Thru Day 2026 calendar

Jack in the Box first initiated the creation of National Drive-Thru Day in 2002 as a way to recognize all drive-thru businesses. At the time, they suggested that the date be celebrated annually on July 28. However, the date was changed to July 24 in 2006 (it’s rumored that the change was made because another national food holiday, National Hamburger Day (now recognized on May 28 each year), also fell on July 24, and they didn’t want to overlap the two).

In 2026, National Drive-Thru Day will happen on Friday, July 24.

Predicted National Drive-Thru Day Deals 2026

  • Chick-fil-A : In 2026, some Chick-fil-A locations will hold National Drive-Thru Day giveaways on Friday, July 24. Some of the items you may find next year include plush Chick-fil-A cows, coffee mugs, water bottles, hats, tote bags, free food, and more. These deals will only be available in the drive-thru.

  • Del Taco : Del Yeah Rewards members can anticipate a discount on any Del Taco purchase all week, starting on National Drive-Thru Day 2026.

  • Dunkin’ : Next year, Dunkin’ Rewards members will likely have the chance to earn bonus points on drive-thru orders (National Drive-Thru Day).

  • Fazoli’s : Celebrate National Drive-Thru Day 2026 with a BOGO deal on Fazoli's spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce when you use a promo code at checkout online or in-app.

  • Greenlane : Watch for Tampa-based Greenlane to offer a free lemonade when you order any wrap or salad and use a promo code at checkout online or in-app. You'll need to order ahead to use the promo code.

  • Jack in the Box : Next year on National Drive-Thru Day (July 24), Jack Pack members can anticipate a FREE Jr. Jumbo Jack or Jr. Chicken sandwich at Jack in the Box when place an online or in-app order.

  • Krispy Kreme : Look for Krispy Kreme to celebrate National Drive-Thru Day 2026 by offering all guests who go through the drive-thru a free Original Glazed Doughnut, no purchase necessary.

  • Scooter's Coffee : We predict a discount on select hot, iced, or blended beverages at Scooter's Coffee on National Drive-Thru Day 2026. Plus, you'll get a limited-edition Scooter's sticker. Even locations without a drive-thru will likely offer this deal next year.

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