These Places Will Give You Free Stuff On Your Birthday

By Preston Davis | Updated: July 9, 2020

You’re never too old to celebrate your birth, but not everybody has the cash to splurge on their special day. That’s why you’ll want to learn about the freebies being given away by some of your favorite retail chains. From sandwiches to makeup to steak – and more free desserts than you can eat – it’s never been easier to take advantage of free birthday treats. Just be sure to sign up well in advance, and you’ll be eligible for the following free stuff on your birthday…

bareMinerals

You deserve to look beautiful when you celebrate the big day with your friends. This clean beauty brand will give you a free full-size loose eye shadow on your birthday, when you sign up for their Friends and Benefits Program.

Applebee’s

If you’re obsessed with Applebee’s mozzarella sticks – as most people are – you’ll be thrilled to discover that you get a free appetizer when you sign up for the restaurant chain’s Email Club (also called the Eclub). You’ll also receive a free dessert on your birthday, when you purchase an entree of equal or greater value. This sounds like the best birthday meal ever.

IHOP

If you’re already planning your birthday dinner at Applebee’s, you can start off your celebration with breakfast at IHOP. Signing up for MyHOP will get you free pancakes on your birthday, along with other rewards throughout the year that really stack up.

Benihana

This sushi and steak restaurant offers birthday freebies for the whole family, when you register for the Chef’s Table. Not only will you get a $30 birthday gift certificate, but you can sign your children up for Kabuki Kids, which gets them a freebie with the purchase of a kids’ meal during their whole birthday month.

Medieval Times

Sit back and enjoy the show with this dinner-theater spectacular. Medieval Times will give you free admission on your birthday, when you join the Birthday Club. Keep in mind that you must purchase one full-price adult ticket, and bring a valid ID, to claim this offer.

Olive Garden

You deserve all the carbs you want on your birthday, including endless pasta and breadsticks. You’ll also get a complimentary dessert on your special day, when you sign up for the eClub.

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Showcase Cinemas

Take yourself out on a movie date, and get a free regular popcorn on your birthday. All you need to do is sign up for StarPass.

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Subway

This sandwich chain promises to give you “something special” on your birthday, when you sign up for Subway MyWay Rewards. They don’t specify exactly what that means, but would it really be a birthday without a few surprises?

Carvel

Get your favorite sweet treats on a budget, when you join Carvel’s Fudgie Fanatics. You’ll receive a free soft-serve birthday cone, or $2 off any of their ice cream cakes.

Dunkin’ Donuts

Skip your regular coffee shop, and get a free beverage on your birthday at this iconic, old-favorite establishment. You’ll simply need to sign up for DD Perks Rewards.