40 Epic Things You Can Do For Free On Your Birthday
Birthdays only happen once a year, so they're the day to get what you want. Really, nothing is impossible if you say the magic words: "but it's my birthday." Turns out, the world is celebrating your birthday with you. These restaurants, stores, and cafes offer birthday freebies, and some of them can be used long after the big day, meaning your birthday basically lasts forever. From free food to complimentary movie nights and beauty products, this comprehensive list tells you where the free birthday gifts are and how to get them.
So read on and vote up the birthday perks that really make your day the best day - and if it's not your special day, see what other things you can get for free any day of the year!
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Being a "ChunkSpelunker" doesn't sound all that appealing, but it's just the name you earn for signing up for the Ben & Jerry's newsletter. ChunkSpelunkers get free ice cream on their birthday. Doesn't sound so bad now, huh?
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Anyone can get a free Denny's Grand Slam on their birthday. Just tell your server that it's your big day!
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Join the Baskin-Robbins Birthday Club, and you'll be emailed a coupon for a 2.5 oz scoop of ice cream 5 days before your birthday.
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You can choose between 24 gourmet burgers as a free birthday treat when you're a member of the Red Robin eClub. The gift credit can be used any day of your birthday month.
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A free birthday soft pretzel is within reach. Download the My Pretzel Perks app and get a pretzel on the house from Auntie Anne's to celebrate being one year older.
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You should join the Pancake Revolution; don't worry, it's not as crazy as it sounds. All you need to know is if you sign up, you will get a free birthday meal.
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Club Cinnabon sounds amazing just on it's own, but the best part of being a member is getting a special gift on your birthday.
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If you join So Connected at Ruby Tuesday, you will earn a free burger or garden entree, worth up to $11, on your birthday.
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A major perk of joining Starbucks Rewards is a free handmade drink on your birthday. Just be sure to join the rewards program before your B-Day!
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Subs are always good, but they are at least 100 times better when they are free. Sign up for Firehouse Rewards to get a free medium sub on your birthday.
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Get the Redbox Play Pass and get a free one-night rental of the latest blockbusters as a birthday present. If you plan on having a big night out, the free credit lasts for 60 days after your special day.
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Treat Yourself To A Panera Pastry
Photo: @murphygirl_44 / InstagramIf you weren't already obsessed with Panera, there's this: if you join My Panera, a free pastry is automatically loaded onto your Panera card on your birthday.
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Steak 'n Shake doesn't skimp on the birthday deals. If you sign up for their eClub, you will get a free Double Steakburger with a side of fries on your big day.
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You can choose between a free CreamSlush, tater tots, or drink as a complimentary B-day gift from Sonic if you create a My Sonic account.
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It may not be a cake, but a waffle seems like an almost perfect birthday food. After all, you can't drown a cake in maple syrup (or can you?). Signing up for the Waffle House Regulars Club means you get a free waffle on your special day.
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Krispy Kreme already offers free doughnuts once a year for National Doughnut Day, but you can also get a free doughnut for national YOU day by signing up for their eClub.
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There is nothing more exciting than a brand new beauty product - except for a free one. Beauty Insiders at Sephora get a free mini gift during their birthday month.
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Build A Cone At Maggie Moo's
Photo: @marbleslabcreamerykw / InstagramIf you sign up for the loyalty program at Maggie Moo's or Marble Slab Creamery, you earn a free ice cream on your birthday!
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If you join Benihana's Chef's Table, you will get a $30 gift certificate to the hibachi grill on your birthday.
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If you sign up for the Jersey Mike's Email Club, not only will you get a coupon for a free sub on your birthday, but you also get a free drink to wash it down with. Smart. And it's valid for a whole year.
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Members of the Buffalo Circle earn a free snack-size plate of wings on their B-Day.
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If you enter the little kid in your life into Geoffrey's Birthday Club, they will get a letter and free gift on their birthday ever year until they turn 10, plus a call from Geoffrey the giraffe himself!
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Have A Birthday A&W Root Beer
Photo: @jodynap / InstagramJoin the A&W Mug Club and get a complimentary root beer on your special day.
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You can get a free beverage from Dunkin' Donuts, but for that perk, you have to join, well, DD Perks.
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Enjoy A Milkshake, Courtesy Of Smashburger
Photo: @suhyeong / InstagramIf you sign up for the Smashclub, Smashburger will mail you a coupon for a free shake on your birthday.
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Fudd's Club members get a free birthday burger with purchase on their special day.
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Join the "Dot Crazy!" email club for a free birthday Dippin' Dots.
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Savor A Free Moe's Burrito
Photo: @tessa.rosie / InstagramGet your hands on a free burrito on your big day by signing up for Moe's eWorld.
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Members of the Yogurtland Real Rewards program get a free birthday froyo. However, the size of the free treat depends on how frequently you visit the yogurt chain, so visit often if you want an extra big one.
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Time Travel At Medieval Times
Photo: @katiebiese / InstagramSign up for Medieval Times's Birthday Fellowship, and you can get free admission to the jousting, restaurant extravaganza with purchase of one adult ticket. Just bring a friend, and you will travel back in time, free of charge.
