Shout out to all the amazing nurses out there! We owe them every day, but National Nurses Week and National Nurses Day give us a chance to really show our appreciation. During this once-a-year time of recognition, these essential healthcare heroes get extra love with discounts, freebies, and special healthcare worker deals.
While there are lots of year-round discounts for nurses, the best perks happen every year from May 6 - 12, with deals like 25% off Crocs, free menu items at FGI Fridays, and a BOGO deal at Chicken Salad Chick. If you’re a nurse, just make sure to show your work ID to get in on the savings.
For many of the deals, you'll need to verify your eligibility through third-party sites like SheerID and ID.me.
What’s in store for next year’s National Nurses Week? Here's what we expect to see in 2026 based on the last event.
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National Nurses Week is an annual event when businesses give nurses freebies and deals.
National Nurses Week starts on National Nurses Day, May 6, and ends on May 12, which is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
During National Nurses Week, hospitals, healthcare facilities, and communities honor nurses with events, awards, and other acts of appreciation. Many businesses also participate by offering discounts, specials, and freebies exclusively for nurses.
The next National Nurses Day will happen on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, which is the start of National Nurses Week.
National Nurses Day is always on May 6, whatever day of the week it falls on. And Nurses Day is always the beginning of National Nurses Week, which takes place over the following week. In 2026, Nurse Appreciation Week will end on Tuesday, May 12.
Predicted National Nurses Week Food Deals for 2026
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings: Next year, Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings will likely celebrate National Nurses Week with a discount when you dine in and show a valid ID.
Applebee’s: Nurses who dine in at Applebee’s next can anticipate a free appetizer with an entree purchase.
Beef 'O' Brady's: Look for an exclusive discount at Beef 'O' Brady's when you show a valid work ID.
Bubbakoo's Burritos: We predict a discount on your entire in-store purchase at Bubbakoo's Burritos during National Nurses Week in 2026.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Next year, nurses can look forward to a discount on your dine-in, walk-in, and call-in orders at Buffalo Wild Wings. You must show a valid work ID.
Chick-fil-A: We anticipate select Chick-fil-A restaurants will offer nurses a freebie, such as an Original or Spicy Chicken Sandwich.
Chicken Salad Chick: During Nurses Week 2026, nurses will likely get a BOGO deal on large Quick Chicks at Chicken Salad Chick.
Chipotle: We predict Chipotle will hold a two-week-long giveaway for free burritos, in the form of Burrito E-Cards, to nurses (and other healthcare pro
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Next year, nurses can anticipate a discount on an in-store purchase at Dickey's Barbecue Pit when you show a valid work ID.
Dunn Brothers Coffee: Watch for a National Nurses Week deal on two medium coffee-based drinks at Dunn Brothers Coffee.
Happy Joe's: Next year, Happy Joe's will likely offer nurses a discount when you show a valid ID.
HTeaO: Look for HTeaO to offer nurses a BOGO deal on all cups of tea during National Nurses Week in 2026. You must show a valid professional work ID.
Insomnia Cookies: We predict an exclusive BOGO free deal on Classic cookies at Insomnia Cookies.
La Madeleine: In 2026, nurses will likely get a BOGO offer on bakery items at La Madeleine when they order through the Bonjour Rewards app.
Logan's Roadhouse: Look for a Nurses Week discount on an entree at Logan's Roadhouse through May 12.
McAlister’s Deli: Next year, McAlister's Deli will likely celebrate nurses with a catered lunch giveaway.
Mod Pizza: Nurses can look forward to a BOGO free Mod-size pizza or salad in-store at Mod Pizza in 2026.
Mountain Mike's Pizza: We predict Mountain Mike's Pizza will offer nurses a discount on any pizza during National Nurses Week in 2026.
Original ChopShop: Next year, nurses can anticipate a discount for online and in-store orders at Original ChopShop when you show a valid ID or badge.
Potbelly: Potbelly will likely offer nurses a free cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with an in-store entree purchase next year.
Ruby Tuesday: Watch for a free add-on Garden Bar at Ruby Tuesday when you use a promo code in-store during National Nurses Week 2026.
Salata: Next year, we predict a discount on a dine-in meal at Salata when you show a valid ID.
Scooter's Coffee: Scooter's Coffee will likely offer healthcare workers a free medium drink during National Nurses Week. They'll also have free Healthcare Heroes stickers while supplies last.
Shake Shack: In 2026, select Shake Shack locations will offer nurses a free shake (Classic or LTO) with purchase.
Shipley Do-Nuts: Nurses who are loyalty members can anticipate a free half-dozen glazed Do-nuts at Shipley Do-Nuts, no purchase necessary, during Nurses Week in 2026.
Smoothie King: We predict Smoothie King will have a National Nurses Week discount.
Sonny’s BBQ: Watch for Sonny’s BBQ to offer nurses a FREE Pork Big Deal (comes with a sliced pork sandwich, a Sidekick, and a drink) next year.
TGI Fridays: Celebrate Nurses Appreciation Day in 2026 with a FREE menu item at TGI Fridays, no purchase necessary.
Tijuana Flats: At Tijuana Flats, nurses can anticipate a National Nurses Week discount on your entire dine-in or to-go order.
Which Wich: In 2026, nurses will likely get a discount on an in-store Which Wich order when you show a valid work ID.
Predicted National Nurses Week Retail Discounts for 2026
Adidas: Nurses with ID.me verification can enjoy 30% off at Adidas.com year-round, including National Nurses Week next year.
AllHeart: In 2026, AllHeart will likely celebrate nurses with a Nurses Week Sale with discounts up to 40% off.
Cheap Caribbean: CheapCaribbean offers healthcare workers a $150 discount on their next vacation.
Crocs: Look for a 25% Nurses Week discount on regular-priced Crocs at Crocs.com when you verify your eligibility through ID.me.
Dickies: We predict Dickies will offer a 20% discount during Nurses Week Sale in 2026.
Figs: Next year, nurses can anticipate a 20% sitewide discount for Figs scrubs during National Nurses Week.
Free Rein Coffee Company: Nurses who verify their eligibility through ID.me can enjoy 20% off all purchases at Free Rein Coffee Company.
LoveSac: In 2026, LoveSac will likely offer a limited-time 40% off discount for a LoveSac.com or in-showroom purchase when you verify your eligibility through SheerID.
MDF Instruments: We anticipate a discount on a stethoscope at MDFInstruments.com during their Nurses Week Stethoscope Sale. They'll also give you a free case, engraving, and shipping when you purchase any ProCardial Titanium Mprint.
Nurse Mates: Next year, look for savings of up to 30% at NurseMates.com when you use a promo code at checkout.
Pulse Uniform: We predict PulseUniform.com will have a Nurses Week Sale with savings of up to 30%.
Scout Bags: Nurses can enjoy a 15% off year-round discount (with ID.me verification) at ScoutBags.com.
Scrubs & Beyond: Next year, healthcare workers will likely get 25% off doorbuster deals during Scrubs & Beyond Nurses Week Sale, plus free shipping on orders of $75 or more.
Stanley: We anticipate Stanley will offer a one-time use code to celebrate of National Nurses Week 2026. You'll have to verify your eligibility through ID.me.
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