National Coffee Day is Tuesday, September 29th, 2026. And of course, the day comes with a few perks. (See what we did there?)
Every year, coffee shops and other restaurants offer FREE coffee or some sort of discount or freebie with a purchase — so you can get your caffeine fix for free or cheap.
We will be updating this post with the deals as they’re announced, so check back!
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2026 National Coffee Day Deals
We will be updating and adding deals for 2026 right up till the 29th, so please check back!
Some venues announce their deals at the last minute.
Atlas Coffee Club
New customers can get their first bag of premium single-origin coffee (12-oz.) for FREE with any subscription — just cover the shipping.
If you brew with Keurig or Nespresso, get a FREE box of pods instead.
The offer is available from Sept. 21 to Oct. 5, 2026.
More info
Burger King
Nothing is confirmed yet for 2026 — but Burger King usually usually offers a free coffee with purchase, so stay tuned!
Caribou Coffee
On September 29, 2026, you can receive a FREE medium Hot Coffee or Cold Brew with the purchase of any beverage — so you can treat a friend.
(Modifications are extra.)
The offer is available at participating locations, to all guests, in-shop or via the drive-thru.
If you’re a rewards member, you’ll find the offer in your app.
Otherwise, just mention it to your barista.
We received this offer in an emailed media alert.
Cinnabon
Cinnabon has teased their National Coffee Day offer without revealing what it will be — so stay tuned!
And check out their deal for National Cinnamon Roll Day in October.
Circle K
Get a FREE medium hot or iced coffee on September 29, 2026.
The offer is available to Inner Circle Rewards members.
Join rewards here
Dairy Queen
Through Nov. 1, 2026, Dairy Queen is offering a small DQ Coffee Cooler for just $3.
The indulgent, frozen twist on the classic coffee break is available in three flavors:
OREO, Salted Caramel and Toasted Marshmallow.
Denny’s
On September 29, 2026, you can get a FREE coffee when you spend $10 or more on your meal.
The offer is good in-restaurant or via the Denny’s website or mobile app.
Cold Brews and Frappes are NOT included in the offer.
Dunkin Donuts
On September 29th, 2026, DD Perks members can get a FREE medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase at participating Dunkin’ locations. You’ll need to be a Dunkin’ Rewards member to get the freebie.
Join Dunkin’ Rewards here
Find a location near you
Einstein Bros. Bagels
On Sept. 29, 2026, Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a FREE iced coffee (any size, any flavor) with any purchase. The offer includes all iced coffee flavors, including the shop’s limited-time Créme Brûlée.
The giveaway is available to all customers — in-bakery only. Just be sure to mention the offer when ordering.
Find a location near you
Huddle House
We don’t have an offer for 2026 yet, but last year it was free coffee with a meal purchase, and we expect this will be repeated — so stay tuned!
Locations in:
Cumming
McDonough
Snellville
Krispy Kreme
On September 29, 2026, you can get a FREE small or medium coffee (hot or iced) with any purchase.
Limit one per guest.
PLUS, Krispy Kreme has launched the Original Glazed Coffee Flavored Doughnut, a limited-time flavor. It’s available for four days only, from Sept. 26 to 29.
During those four days, you can get a dozen Coffee Flavored Doughnuts for just $5 with purchase of any dozen at regular price at participating shops.
Limit two per guest in-shop and drive-thru; limit one via Krispy Kreme’s mobile app for pickup and delivery using promo code COFFEE, while supplies last.
See the press release
Kroger gift card offer
In honor of National Coffee Day, Kroger is offering a $5 discount on the purchase of a gift card from Starbucks or Krispy Kreme.
That means you can get a $50 Starbucks card for $45 and a $25 Krispy Kreme card for just $20.
Purchase Starbucks card
Purchase Krispy Kreme card
La Madeleine
Go French for National Coffee Day!
At each location, the first 50 guests who purchase coffee at La Madeleine will receive a FREE coffee cup keychain, while supplies last.
Locations at Perimeter, Duluth, and East Cobb.
Find a location nationwide
Paris Baguette
On September 29, 2026, Rewards members can enjoy a free, handcrafted medium hot or iced coffee made with premium Lavazza coffee beans, with any purchase.
Join Rewards here
Locations: Doraville, Perimeter, Duluth, Buford.
Find a location nationwide
Peet’s Coffee
We don’t have standalone locations in metro Atlanta, BUT you can get 25% OFF an online order at Peets.com on Sept. 29, 2026.
Pilot
On September 29, 2026, Pilot is offering a FREE any-size cup of coffee to guests. You’ll redeem the offer thru the mobile app, at participating locations.
Pilot is also releasing fall flavors, including:
Bourbon Pecan
Vista Brazilian
Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino
Birthday Cake Cold Brew
Pumpkin Spice Creamer
Read the press release
Playa Bowls
On September 29, 2026, Playa Bowls is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Playa Cold Brew (20-oz.) in celebration of National Coffee Day.
The deal is only available for Playa Rewards members.
Join Playa Rewards here
Locations:
Auburn Ave./Beltline
Chamblee
Milton/Crabapple
Halcyon/Alpharetta
Peachtree Corners
Sandy Springs
Sugar Hill
Find a location nationwide
RaceTrac
RaceTrac is celebrating all month long! Thru September 30th, you can get a small hot coffee for just $1. No other purchase is necessary, and you can redeem the offer once per day.
Rita’s Italian Ice
We don’t have an offer for 2026 yet, but last year it was a discount on Frozen Coffee — so stay tuned.
Scooter’s Coffee
From September 27 to 29, 2026, the coffee shop is giving away a FREE medium brewed coffee each day. The giveaway is only available via the Scooter’s app. You can redeem it once per day, no additional purchase required.
Download the app here
See deal details
Plus, the first 100 customers at each location will receive a FREE National Coffee Day sticker with any purchase on Sept. 29th.
Locations:
Roswell
Marietta
Grayson
Or find locations here
Sheetz
From September 29 to October 1, 2026, Rewards members can enjoy a FREE any-size self-serve hot or iced coffee with a purchase.
Limit one per rewards member.
The offer is not valid with purchases of fuel, alcohol, cigarettes, lottery items, half-gallon and gallon milk, financial or prepaid cards, or Sheetz gift cards.
Starbucks
We don’t have any info on the Starbucks Coffee Day offer yet — but it’s almost certain it will be for Rewards members only. Check your Starbucks app on Sept. 29th to see what’s up for grabs.
Waffle House
If you’re a member of the Waffle House Regulars Club, watch for a coupon in your email inbox. Every year, Waffle House sends out an invitation to drop by for a FREE cup of java with purchase (dine-in only). The 2026 coupon can be redeemed once — and you have to PRINT it to be valid.
If you’re not yet in the Regulars Club, you should join now!
You’ll get coupons and special offers periodically, and there’s none of the hassles of an app-based rewards program. As soon as you sign up, you’ll get a coupon for a FREE order of hash browns.
Wendy’s
It has not been announced yet for 2026, but Wendy’s typically offers a hot or cold small coffee for 99¢ for Rewards members. Visit the “Offers” section in the app Rewards Store or on the website.
Whataburger
Whataburger is brewing up a storm for National Coffee Day! On September 29, 2026, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., you can get a FREE 16-ounce Hot Coffee – no strings attached, no purchase necessary. Just pure caffeinated bliss!
Locations include:
Cumberland
Buford
Conyers
Cumming
Covington
Kennesaw
Newnan
Roswell
Snellville
Woodstock
Find a location here
Ziggi’s Coffee
From Sept. 29 to Oct. 5, 2026, Ziggi’s Coffee is giving away a FREE Small Daily Brew, Iced Coffee or Cold Brew with any purchase of $2.50 or more.
The offer is available to Rewards members.
Join Ziggi’s Rewards here
The giveaway does NOT include specialty drinks and is limited to a plain (unflavored) base small beverage only. Any size upgrade, flavors and other modifiers cost extra.
Limit one reward per transaction.
There is a Ziggi’s location in Conyers.
In addition to the deals above, in previous years we found National Coffee Day offers at the venues below. We’ll be watching to see if they add deals this year too.
- High Brew Coffee
- Circle K
- Baskin Robbins
- Keurig
- Jacobs Java (Marietta)
- Bojangles
- Corner Bakery Cafe
- Barnes and Noble
- Einstein Bros. Bagels
- Smoothie King
- Duck Donuts
- Keurig
- Kroger
- Panera
- Peet’s Coffee
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