Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods on National Cheeseburger Day, which falls on Friday, September 18th, 2026.
We’re compiling a list of deals, so you can indulge in cheesy goodness on the cheap. Note that some of these deals can be redeemed for one day only, while others are good for a week or even throughout the month of September.
Remember, not all locations of a chain participate in every deal, so please do your best to verify the deal at your preferred location, before you get the check!
And if you scroll to the very bottom, you’ll find a day-by-day list of other food and drink deals that may interest you.
If you’re a burger fan, remember to look for National Hamburger Day deals on May 28, too!
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2026 National Cheeseburger Day Deals
We’re still updating for 2026, so be sure to check back!
♦ Applebees
On September 18, 2026, Applebee’s is serving up Classic Burgers for $8.99 each, including a side of fries. Valid for dine-in or for take-out via the Applebee’s website or mobile app. Not valid on third party delivery sites. No promo code needed.
More info
♦ Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
On September 18, 2026, you can get the limited-edition Jalapeno Business Burger with a classic side for just $10. The deal is available for dine-in only.
See the offer on the website
Locations in Chamblee, Decatur, Smyrna, Marietta, and Roswell.
♦ Buffalo Wild Wings
On September 18, 2026, members of the Blazin’ Rewards program can score BOGO cheeseburgers — that’s buy one, get one free.
We suggest calling ahead to make sure your preferred location is participating in the deal.
♦ BurgerFi
We don’t have an offer confirmed for 2026 yet — but last year the deal was buy one burger and get a second for just $1. Stay tuned!
PLUS, when you join the BurgerFi rewards program, you’ll get FREE Fresh-Cut Fries on your first visit and a FREE Frozen Custard Shake on your birthday!
You’ll find BurgerFi locations in Peachtree Corners, Alpharetta, and Lawrenceville.
♦ Burger King
On September 18, 2026, Burger King is offering Royal Perks members a FREE bacon cheeseburger with any purchase of $3 or more.
This deal is included in the 7 days of special offers that are collectively known as Perks Week.
See all the daily deals
The deals were announced in a press release.
Sign up for Royal Perks rewards here
♦ Checkers
On September 17th and 18th, 2026, you can get the Big Buford for just $3.
This burger includes two large beef hamburger patties, topped with two slices of melted American cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise all on a toasted bun.
There are 7 locations in the city of Atlanta, plus locations in Cartersville, College Park, Covington, Decatur, Doraville, Duluth, Douglasville, East Point, Forest Park, Jonesboro, Lithonia, McDonough, Norcross, Stockbridge, Stone Mountain, Suwanee, Tucker, and Union City.
The Big Buford is a Checkers classic, stacked with two hand-seasoned, 100% beef hamburger patties, two slices of American cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise on a toasted bakery-style bun.
The deal was announced in an emailed media alert.
♦ Dairy Queen
From September 14 to 18, 2026, DQ Rewards Members can get a FREE Single Original Cheeseburger Stackburger with any order of $1 or more that’s made through the app or online.
Details in the press release
♦ Denny’s
On September 18, 2026, Denny’s customers who purchase the Diner QP burger can receive a second Diner QP burger at 50% off.
Part of the new Triple Play menu, the Diner QP consists of a 100% all-beef patty and melted American cheese, topped with diced onions, pickles, mustard, and ketchup on a Brioche bun. Served with wavy-cut fries.
The Triple Play menu allows customers to build their own three course meal for $9.99, with a choice of drink, starter (maple donut holes or chips and salsa), and entrée.
♦ Five Guys
For three days, from September 16 to 18, 2026, Five Guys is offering a rare BOGO deal on burgers.
The offer is good when you order online via the website or mobile app.
Put at least two burgers in your order and use the code BOGOBURGER at checkout.
You may have to create an account to redeem the offer.
There are over 40 locations in metro Atlanta.
Find a location near you
♦ Huddle House
We don’t have a 2026 offer yet — but last year it was a free Smashed Burger for Rewards members, so stay tuned!
Locations in Snellville, Cumming, and McDonough.
See all Georgia locations
♦ Kraft Singles
Score a coupon for a FREE pack of Kraft Singles, just for entering the Single Greatest Cheeseburger Call Sweepstakes. No purchase necessary, just enter by October 12th.
Plus, you’ll have a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LXI or a lifetime supply of Kraft Singles.
You’ll need to create a TasteVIP account and answer the weekly question to enter.
There’s a limit of one entry per person per week.
See the official rules.
♦ Krystal
Krystal is offering two FREE Original or Cheese Krystals with an in-app purchase of $5 or more.
♦ McDonalds
On September 18, 2026, McDonald’s is offering a FREE Double Cheeseburger with any purchase of $1 or more.
The offer is available for MyMcDonald’s Rewards members via the McDonald’s app.
Join MyMcDonald’s Rewards here
Limit one per person.
♦ RaceTrac
RaceTrac has brought back its Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza for a limited time — and you can get two slices for just $5 right now.
Other options: Get a single slice for $3.29 or a whole pie for $12.99.
Available at locations with a hot bar, through Nov. 3rd.
Order it online, or head to a RaceTrac near you.
♦ Red Robin
For a limited time this fall, get the Big Yumm Burger Deal.
Starting at $9.99, grab a Red’s Double Tavern Burger, a Bottomless Side, and a Bottomless Beverage.
This is a dine-in deal.
Locations in Buford, Cumming, Lawrenceville, and Buford.
more info
♦ Ruby Tuesday
On Friday, September 18, 2026, Ruby Tuesday is offering guests their choice of the following burgers and sandwiches with fries or tots for just $6.99:
- American Smashed Burger
- Ruby’s Cheeseburger
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Blackened Fish Sandwich
- Impossible™ Burger
♦ Sonic Drive-in
On September 18, 2026, Get a Junior Double Cheeseburger for $1.99 when you order in store or via the SONIC app.
Locations in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Lithonia, Jonesboro, Stockbridge, Conyers, and more.
We received this info in an emailed media alert.
♦ Wayback Burgers
Wayback is offering their Single Cheeseburger for just $3.50 on September 18th, 2026,
The deal is mentioned on the home page of the website. It is available in-restaurant or via online ordering.
Limit 2 per person.
Wayback is also giving football fans another reason to order this fall, offering $20 off online orders of $100 or more every Sunday now through December 27 during the football season. This info came in an emailed media alert.
You’ll find Wayback Burgers locations at Embry Village in Chamblee, as well as in Lawrenceville and Covington.
♦ Wendy’s
On September 18, 2026, Rewards members can get a Single for $1.99 with an additional purchase. The deal must be redeemed within the mobile app.
And don’t forget about Wendy’s Halloween Boo Books for yourself or to hand out to trick-or-treaters.
♦ Whataburger
On September 18, 2026, rewards members can get a FREE Bacon & Cheese Whataburger Jr. with the purchase of either medium fries or onion rings.
Everyone who redeems the offer will be entered into a giveaway for a chance to win free Whatburgers for a year.
There are roughly 30 locations in the extended metro ATL area.
In past years, we’ve also seen deals from:
- Ruby Tuesday
- Domino’s (cheeseburger pizza)
- Dairy Queen
- Eventide Brewing
- Shake Shack
- Whataburger
