July is one of the best months of the year for family freebies and deals, thanks to Fourth of July fun, National Ice Cream Month, 7-Eleven Day, and a whole bunch of other quirky food holidays. From free frozen treats to restaurant app rewards and summer clearance sales, there are plenty of ways to save while keeping the kids busy this month.
We update this list regularly as new offers are announced and old ones expire, so check back before you head out.
Last updated: July 10, 2026
🆕 July freebies and deals to watch
- July 4: Fourth of July freebies, restaurant deals, and big summer sales
- July 11: 7-Eleven Day, traditionally celebrated with free Slurpees
- All month: National Ice Cream Month deals and rewards offers
- July 10 or 13: National French Fry Day — because why celebrate fries just once?
- July 15: National Hot Dog Day
- July 19: National Ice Cream Day
- July 29: National Chicken Wing Day
- July 30: National Cheesecake Day
- July 31: Baskin-Robbins 31 scoop deals
Some deals are already confirmed, and others usually pop up closer to the holiday. We’ll keep adding new July freebies as brands announce them.
7-Eleven Day
Free Small Slurpee at 7-Eleven: This annual favorite on July 11 is one of the easiest July freebies for kids, and it’s a fun excuse to turn an ordinary summer day into a quick treat stop.
Before you go: Participation, cup size, app requirements, and timing can vary, so check your local store or the 7-Eleven app before making a special trip.
National Ice Cream Day & Month Deals
Last updated: July 10, 2026
July is National Ice Cream Month, and National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 19, 2026 — making this one of the sweetest freebie seasons of the summer. Watch for free cones, discounted sundaes, app rewards, and one-day-only ice cream offers from national brands and neighborhood favorites.
We’ll add confirmed National Ice Cream Day freebies and deals here as they’re announced.
- Dairy Queen: DQ Rewards members can get a free Dilly Bar with any $1+ purchase in the DQ app from July 13-19, 2026, at participating U.S. locations. Limit one per person.
- Dippin’ Dots: Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19, with a free mini cup of Dippin’ Dots at participating store and shopping-center locations during a two-hour giveaway window. Hours vary by location.
- Baskin-Robbins: Baskin-Robbins Rewards members can get 31% off scoops on July 31, 2026, at participating shops. Waffle cones, toppings, sundaes, and delivery orders are excluded.
- Cold Stone Creamery: My Cold Stone Rewards members can text LOVEIT26 to 568348 to receive $5 off a purchase of $10 or more from July 1-31, 2026. New members who join during July will also receive an additional $5 reward.
- Häagen-Dazs Shops: Häagen-Dazs Shops Rewards members can get buy one, get one free Sundae Series desserts on July 12, 19, and 26, 2026, at participating shops.
- Chuck E. Cheese: Get a free small Dippin’ Dots on July 19 with the official coupon. No purchase or rewards membership is required. Limit one per guest at participating locations while supplies last.
- Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt: On Friday, July 17, the first 50 guests at participating locations can get their first 5 ounces of frozen yogurt free beginning at 3 p.m. as part of a Disney’s Descendants: Wicked Wonderland celebration.
- Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream: On July 19, the first 250 guests at participating locations can receive a free limited-edition Handel’s hat with the purchase of an ice cream item. Limit one per customer while supplies last.
- Bruster’s Real Ice Cream: Enter the National Ice Cream Month Sweet-Stakes through July 31 for a chance to be one of 10 winners who receive free Bruster’s ice cream for a year.
Deals to watch: We’ll also be watching national favorites like Wendy’s, Burger King, Carvel, Marble Slab Creamery, Insomnia Cookies, Petco, and other restaurant rewards apps, which often roll out limited-time ice cream freebies or app-only deals during National Ice Cream Month.
More Summer Deals & Drops to Know About
Last updated: July 10, 2026
Ice cream isn’t the only summer treat worth watching. These additional food deals, family-friendly freebies, and limited-edition drops are available at participating locations.
- Starbucks: The limited-edition Pink Bearista Glass Cold Cup arrives at select Starbucks coffeehouses on July 13, while supplies last. The Pink Drink-inspired collectible features a Starbucks cap and strawberry straw topper. Purchases are limited to two per customer in coffeehouses.
- Bruster’s Real Ice Cream: Kids under 40 inches tall can get a free Baby Cone at participating Bruster’s locations. This is an ongoing promotion rather than a National Ice Cream Day-only offer, and participation may vary.
- KFC: KFC’s limited-time $10 Bucket of the Day promotion features a different deal each weekday: 24 nuggets on Monday and Friday, eight drums and thighs on Tuesday, 10 wings on Wednesday, and eight tenders on Thursday. Prices and participation vary, and the offer is not available through third-party ordering platforms.
- Taco Bell: During Happier Hour from 2-5 p.m. daily, customers can get medium fountain drinks and regular Freezes for $1 at participating locations. Medium Refrescas are also available for $2. Prices, hours, and participation may vary.
- SONIC: The limited-time $7 Big Deal Meal includes a SONIC Cheeseburger, small Premium Chicken Bites, a medium soft drink or iced tea, and a choice of medium tots or fries at participating locations nationwide. Tax is not included.
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Don’t Forget Birthday Freebies and Report Card Rewards
July birthdays? Good grades from the end of the school year? There are more freebies to grab. Check out our guides to birthday rewards and report card freebies for kids before those offers expire or get forgotten in the summer shuffle.
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More July Food Freebies to Watch
July is packed with fun food holidays, and many national restaurants wait until just a few days before to announce their freebies and app-only deals. We’ll be watching these dates and adding confirmed offers as they’re announced.
National French Fry Day: July 10 or July 13, 2026
National French Fry Day now falls on the second Friday in July, which means it lands on Friday, July 10, 2026, though some calendars still list July 13. Why celebrate fries just once? Watch for free fries, tots, fry upgrades, and app-only deals from national fast food chains around both dates.
National Hot Dog Day: July 15, 2026
National Hot Dog Day is a good one to watch for ballpark-style deals, BOGO offers, and family-friendly meal discounts from national restaurants, convenience stores, and hot dog brands.
National Chicken Wing Day: July 29, 2026
Wing chains and casual restaurants often celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with BOGO wings, bonus wings, or rewards-member specials.
National Cheesecake Day: July 30, 2026
National Cheesecake Day is another sweet one to watch for dessert deals, restaurant specials, rewards-member offers, and limited-time cheesecake flavors.
Deals to watch: We’ll be keeping an eye on national favorites like McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Burger King, SONIC, Checkers & Rally’s, Shake Shack, Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Wingstop, Applebee’s, Hooters, 7-Eleven, Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins, Cold Stone Creamery, The Cheesecake Factory, and other restaurant rewards apps.
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Past July deals
These deals have come and gone this month ... keep an eye out for new ones though! We update this list each week.
Fourth of July Freebies and Deals
July 4, 2026
Independence Day is one of the biggest summer moments for family deals, from free treats and restaurant specials to major retail markdowns on summer gear, appliances, grills, and tech. This year will be bigger and better than ever with America's 250th birthday — we're seeing lots of $2.50 deals!
Check back as July 4 gets closer. We’ll add confirmed Fourth of July freebies and deals here as they’re announced.
- Krispy Kreme: Wear red, white, and blue on July 4 to get one free Original Glazed doughnut, no purchase necessary. From July 2-5, buy any regular-price dozen or 16-count Minis and get an Original Glazed dozen for $2.50 with code USA online or in the app.
- Lowe’s: MyLowe’s Rewards members can stop by participating stores on July 4 starting at 10 a.m. for a free Beach Toy Set, including a sand toy, shovel, and bucket. Limited to the first 150 rewards members in-store, while supplies last.
- The Home Depot: Kids can build a free Go Kart kit at Home Depot’s July Kids Workshop on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is recommended, and kits are available while supplies last.
- Betty Crocker: Buy one qualifying Betty Crocker cake mix between June 18 and July 11, 2026, then submit your receipt to get reimbursed up to $3.99. Receipts must be uploaded by July 25, 2026; limit one per person and some areas are excluded.
- SONIC Drive-In: SONIC is celebrating America 250 with an America $2.50 Menu from June 22-July 12, including a Red, White & Blue Slush Float, Jr. Double Cheeseburger, All-American Dog, and Medium Onion Rings at participating locations.
- Dunkin’: Dunkin’s patriotic Eagle Cup includes one free medium Dunkin’ beverage with purchase at participating locations, while supplies last. Codes must be activated and redeemed by July 31, 2026.
- Great American Cookies: Active-duty military and veterans can get a free Stars & Stripes Sprinkle Cookie from July 1-4, 2026, at participating locations with valid military or veteran ID.
- Dairy Queen: DQ is offering a small Stars & Stripes Misty Slush Float for $2.50 from June 29-July 5 at participating U.S. locations.
- Dave & Buster’s: Celebrate July 4 with all-day unlimited game play for $2.50 when purchased in-store with a Team Member before noon local time. Valid at participating locations; restrictions apply.
- Circle K: Circle K is celebrating with a $2.50 Meal Deal and $2.50 Budget Car Wash at participating locations for a limited time.
- Burger King: Royal Perks members can get a $2.50 Whopper Jr. on July 4 only through the BK App or at participating U.S. restaurants.
- The Human Bean: From June 24-July 6, guests can get a flavored Shaken Espresso, Lemonade, or Iced Tea up to 24 ounces for $2.50 at participating locations nationwide.
- MilkShake Factory: Get buy one, get one free from MilkShake Factory’s All-American Classics Menu all day on July 4 at participating locations. Equal or lesser value; while supplies last.
Deals to watch: We’ll also be watching national favorites like 7-Eleven, Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins, Wendy’s, McDonald’s, and other restaurant rewards apps, which often roll out limited-time freebies or app-only deals around the Fourth of July.
Tip: Many Fourth of July food deals are app-only or rewards-member offers, so it’s worth checking your favorite restaurant apps before heading out.
Please note: AI helped compile confirmed deals and write this article. Macaroni KID has double-checked all sources for 2026 accuracy, but deals can change depending on location and availability. It is always best to doublecheck with your local stores before heading out.
