What's more fun than getting free stuff on your birthday? From complimentary desserts to generous coupons, birthday deals are everywhere, and even the ones that aren't totally free will still net you savings.
Check out our huge list of birthday freebies below — you can score free treats and gifts from big retailers and restaurants alike.
How to Get Free Things on Your Birthday
Some birthday freebies are valid only on your big day, and others, for a few days around your birthday. Some might even be valid for your whole birthday month! When preparing to redeem, be ready to show proof of your birthday, usually in the form of your photo ID. However, many birthday rewards actually require you to sign up for a mailing list, join an eClub, or download an app.
To get free birthday stuff, you may have to sign up for a mailing list, join an eClub, or download an app.
Whatever steps you have to take to receive a freebie, coupon, or shopping discount, make sure you do them in advance! Some offers take time to be processed.
Beware that deals can vary by location, and some locations might not participate at all. Alternatively, there are bound to be retailers not on this list that will help you celebrate. Ask your favorite stores to see if they offer anything special!
Once your birthday has passed, be sure to check out the senior discounts and student deals available every day of the year! And if you're affiliated with the military, see all the military discounts you can get, too.
The Best Birthday Freebies in 2020
| Store | Offer | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 99 Restaurant & Pub | Free gift | Join their eClub |
| A&W | Free A&W root beer float | Join the A&W Mug Club |
| Abuelo's | Free gift | Join Mi Abuelo's Rewards |
| American Eagle Outfitters | 15% off coupon | Sign up for aeo/connected |
| Anthropologie | Free gift | Sign up for AnthroPerks |
| Applebee's | Free treat | Join their eClub |
| Arby's | Free gift | Sign up for their email list |
| Argo Tea | Free drink up to $5 | Download the app to join the LoyalTea Club; free drink available to PrioriTea-level members |
| Au Bon Pain | Free special offer | Join their eClub |
| Auntie Anne's | Free gift | Download the app |
| Aveda | Free gift valued at $23 and double points | Join the Pure Privilege reward program (1-time $10 enrollment fee) |
| B.Good | Free meal | Download the app |
| Baja Fresh | Free treat | Join Club Baja |
| bareMinerals | Free gift | Join the Fab program |
| Barnes & Noble | Free cupcake for kids | Join Kids' Club |
| Baskin-Robbins | Free ice cream | Join the Baskin-Robbins Birthday Club |
| bd's Mongolian Grill | Free meal | Join bd's Rewards |
| Benefit Cosmetics | Free brow arch | Contact your local Benefit BrowBar beauty lounge for information |
| Benihana | $30 coupon | Join The Chef's Table |
| Bertucci's | Free gift | Join their eClub |
| Best Buy | Free gift | Join My Best Buy |
| Biggby Coffee | Free drink | Sign up for the B-Happy Lounge |
| BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse | Free Pizookie | Join Premier Rewards Plus |
| Black Angus Steakhouse | Free steak dinner | Join the Prime Club |
| Bliss | Free surprise | Sign up for Bliss Blue Rewards |
| Bojangles' | Free Bo-Berry Biscuit with purchase | Join the Bojangles' eClub |
| Boston Market | Free gift | Join their eClub |
| Bruegger's Bagels | Free gift | Join the Inner Circle |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Free wings | Join Blazin' Rewards |
| BurgerFi | Free shake | Download the app |
| California Pizza Kitchen | Free dessert or entree | Sign up for CPK Rewards |
| Cantina Laredo | Free dessert | Join their eClub |
| Caribou Coffee | Free drink, any size | Sign up for Caribou Perks |
| Carvel | Free ice cream | Join Fudgie Fanatics |
| Chick-fil-A | Free reward | Join Chick-fil-A One |
| Chili's | Free dessert | Sign up for My Chili's Rewards |
| Chuck E. Cheese's | Free reward for your child's birthday and "half-birthday" | Join More Cheese Rewards |
| Clarins | Free treat | Join Passport to Beauty |
| Cold Stone Creamery | Buy one creation, get one free | Join My Cold Stone Club Rewards |
| Corner Bakery Cafe | Free treat | Join the Corner Bakery eClub |
| Cotton Patch Cafe | Free dessert | Join their eClub |
| CVS | Free gift | Join the ExtraCare BeautyClub |
| Dairy Queen | Free BOGO coupon | Join the Blizzard Fan Club |
| Del Taco | Free premium shake | Join the Raving Fan eClub |
| Denny's | Free Grand Slam breakfast | Tell your server |
| Dickey's Barbecue Pit | Free gift | Join the Big Yellow Cup Club |
| Dippin' Dots | Free Dippin' Dots | Join the Dot Crazy! Email Club |
| DSW | $5 coupon | Sign up for DSW VIP |
| Dunkin' | Free drink | Sign up for DD Perks |
| Dunn Brothers Coffee | Earn $5 | Download the app |
| Edible Arrangements | Free gift | Sign up for Edible Rewards |
| Einstein Bros. Bagels | Free egg sandwich with purchase | Join Shmear Society |
| El Pollo Loco | Free gift | Join Loco Rewards |
| Famous Dave's | Free gift | Join the Famous Nation |
| Famous Footwear | $5 coupon and double points | Join Famously You Rewards |
| Farmer Boys | Free surprise | Download the app |
| Firehouse Subs | Free medium sub | Sign up for Firehouse Rewards |
| Friendly's | $3 off ice cream cakes | Join the BFF Club |
| Fuddruckers | Free gift | Join the Fudds Club |
| GameStop | Free coupon | Join PowerUp Rewards |
| Genghis Grill | Free gift | Sign up for Genghis Rewards |
| Godiva | Free gift | Join the Godiva Rewards Club |
| Great American Cookies | Free gift | Download the app |
| Hard Rock Cafe | Free offer | Join Hard Rock Rewards |
| Houlihan's | Free entree | Join their eClub |
| IHOP | Free pancakes | Join MyHOP |
| Islands | Free gift | Join Tiki Link |
| J.Crew Factory | 20% off and free shipping | Sign up for Factory First |
| Jack in the Box | Two free tacos with purchase | Join their mailing list |
| Jamba | Free smoothie with $15 in rewards-qualifying purchases | Sign up for My Jamba Rewards |
| Jason's Deli | $5 coupon | Join Jason's Birthday Club |
| Jersey Mike's | Free sub | Join their eClub |
| Joe's Crab Shack | Free gift | Sign up for Joe's Catch |
| Johnny Rockets | Free gift | Join the Rocket eClub |
| Kiehl's | Free lip balm or travel-size item | Join Kiehl's Rewards |
| Kohl's | Free gift | Join Yes2You Rewards |
| Krispy Kreme | Free gift | Join Krispy Kreme Rewards |
| La Madeleine | Free treat | Download the app |
| Lennys Grill & Subs | Free 7.5" sub | Sign up for Lennys VIP Rewards |
| LongHorn Steakhouse | Free dessert | Sign up for LongHorn Steakhouse Rewards |
| MaggieMoo's / Marble Slab Creamery | Free gift | Download the app |
| Margaritaville | Free gift | Join the Fins Up Club for your local restaurant |
| Marie Callender's | Free gift | Join their eClub |
| Medieval Times | Free admission with purchase of an adult admission | Join the Birthday Fellowship |
| Menchie's | $5 coupon | Download the app |
| Mimi's Cafe | Free treat | Join their eClub |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | Free burrito | Sign up for Moe Rewards |
| Noodles & Company | Free treat | Sign up for Noodles Rewards |
| Nothing Bundt Cakes | Free Bundtlet | Join their eClub |
| NYX | Free gift | Join the Makeup Crew |
| O'Charley's | Free surprise | Join the O'Club |
| Olive Garden | Free dessert | Join their eClub |
| On the Border | Free queso | Join Club Cantina |
| Orange Julius | Free BOGO coupon | Join the Julius League |
| Orange Leaf | $3 coupon | Join Ounce Back Rewards |
| P.F. Chang's | Free gift | Join P.F. Chang's Rewards |
| Panera Bread | Free treat | Join MyPanera |
| Papa Gino's | Free pizza | Join their rewards program |
| Peet's | Free beverage, any size | Join Peetnik Rewards |
| Perkins Restaurant & Bakery | Free gift | Sign up for MyPerkins |
| Petco | Free gift on your pet's birthday | Sign up for Pals Rewards |
| Pinkberry | Free yogurt | Download the app |
| Pizza Hut | Free gift | Join Hut Rewards |
| PizzaExpress | Free gift | Create a PizzaExpress account |
| Planet Smoothie | Free smoothie | Join the Planet Smoothie eClub |
| Quiznos | 10 bonus points | Download the app |
| RA Sushi | $20 coupon | Sign up for The Hook Up |
| Red Lobster | Free gift | Join My Red Lobster Rewards |
| Red Mango | $5 coupon | Join Club Mango |
| Red Robin | Free burger | Join Red Robin Royalty |
| Redbox | Free 1-night rental | Sign up for Redbox Perks |
| Rita's Italian Ice | Free treat | Join the Birthday Club |
| Ruby Tuesday | Free burger or Garden Bar entree | Join So Connected |
| Rusty Bucket | Free gift | Join the Bucket List |
| Sbarro | Free gift | Join the Slice Society |
| Seasons 52 | Free gift | Sign up for the newsletter |
| Sephora | Free gift | Sign up for Beauty Insider |
| Shari's Cafe | Free slice of pie | Join Shari's Rewards |
| Sizzler | Free gift | Join their eClub |
| Smashbox | Free gift | Sign up for their rewards program; free gift available to Fierce-level members |
| Smokey Bones | Free dessert | Join the Bones Club |
| Snuffer's | Free gift | Download the app |
| Sonny's BBQ | Free gift | Join 'Q Crew Rewards |
| Spaghetti Warehouse | Free special birthday meal | Join the Warehouse Club |
| Sprinkles | Free cupcake | Join Sprinkles Perks |
| Starbucks | Free treat | Sign up for Starbucks Rewards |
| Steak 'n Shake | Free specialty milkshake | Join their eClub |
| Taco Bueno | Free gift | Join the Buenohead email club |
| Tarte Cosmetics | Free exclusive gift | Join Tarte Rewards |
| TCBY | Free gift | Join TCBY Insiders and reach Silver Spoon status |
| TGI Fridays | Free gift | Sign up for Fridays Rewards |
| The Body Shop | $10 coupon | Join the Love Your Body Club |
| The Cheesecake Factory | Free sundae | Tell your server |
| The Habit Burger Grill | Free gift | Join the CharClub |
| The Melting Pot | Free voucher | Join Club Fondue |
| Tucanos | Free meal | Join Club Tucanos |
| Ulta | Free gift | Sign up for Ultamate Rewards |
| Uno Pizzeria & Grill | Free dessert | Join the Insider's Club |
| Urban Decay | Free gift | Join UD Beauty Junkies |
| Victoria's Secret | Free gift | Apply for the Angel credit card |
| Waffle House | Free gift | Join the Waffle House Regulars Club |
| Wetzel's Pretzels | Free pretzel | Download the app |
| Whataburger | Free gift | Sign up for Whataburger News |
| Wienerschnitzel | Free coupon | Join the Wiener Lovers' Club |
| Wingstop | Free gift | Join The Club |
| World Market | Free gift | Sign up for World Market Rewards |
| Yogurt Mountain | Free yogurt | Join the YOMO Club |
| Yogurtland | Free treat | Join Real Rewards |
| Zaxby's | Free Nibbler | Join the Zax email club |
Readers, what are your favorite birthday freebies? Let us know in the comments below!
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