41 Completely Free Things You Get on Your Birthday in 2024
Here’s how to score free birthday stuff in 2024 without spending a dime!
We’ve rounded up the very BEST free birthday stuff to make your special day even MORE spectacular! Even better, each one is completely FREE during the month of your birthday! That means no BOGOS or minimum purchases are required – they’re straight-up FREE!
Check out our full list of over 200 birthday freebies, coupons, and deals for more beyond this list!
Hip tips for scoring all of the best free things on your birthday:
- Enroll in rewards programs early for birthday freebies. Some places may not send offers if you sign up too close to your birthday.
- Birthday offers vary in redemption windows, ranging from a dat to a month or more. You don’t have to redeem them all on your birthday; spread them out to enjoy freebies throughout your birthday month.
Here are the best birthday freebies 2024 has to offer YOU:
1. Score a FREE root beer float from A&W.
Treat yourself to a FREE A&W root beer float! That’s the delicious birthday gift you’ll get when you join A&W’s mug club.
How to get the freebie: Visit A&W’s website to join the club. All that’s required is your name, e-mail address, and birthday! 😋
2. Stroll by Auntie Anne’s for a FREE pretzel.
You won’t just have to smell the aroma of warm pretzels coming from Auntie Anne’s while shopping. You can score a FREE pretzel for your birthday too! This offer will automatically load onto your rewards account and be available for redemption all month long.
*Note that this offer will only be available for those that have spent $10+ annually.
How to get the freebie: Join Auntie Anne’s Rewards by downloading the app and creating an account. Then you’re on your way to earning points towards free pretzels, as well as receiving the free birthday pretzel offer for your first birthday. You’ll also get a free pretzel after you make your first purchase of $1 or more!
3. Feel refreshed with a FREE Aveda oil for bath, body, and scalp.
You’ll feel like you just left the spa with this aromatic nourishing composition oil for the bath body and scalp. It’s a $23 value oil that’s completely free for your birthday celebration. You can get this in stores and online.
How to get the freebie: Provide your information for Aveda’s Birthday Signup, and you’ll get a series of promotions, discounts, and your birthday gift.
4. Sink your teeth into a piece of Bakers Square pie.
In years past, you used to have to make a purchase in order to redeem the birthday offer at Bakers Square. Rumor has it that a couple of years ago the restaurant decided to do away with that requirement. A free slice of pie sure sounds like a yummy way to end the special day!
How to get the freebie: Join the eClub prior to your birthday to receive an offer for a free slice of birthday pie. 🍰
5. Get a FREE Baskin Robbins scoop of ice cream.
Get a FREE small scoop from Baskin Robbins on your birthday! You should receive this offer about 5 days before your birthday, and it will expire 5 days after your birthday. Just keep in mind, this offer excludes all Waffle Cone varieties and toppings.
How to get the freebie: Join the Baskin Robbins Birthday Club to receive a voucher for a free small scoop of ice cream on your birthday!
6. Dive into a warm Pizookie for FREE at BJ’s Brewhouse.
The Pizookie dessert freebie is quite the crowd-pleaser if you’re lucky enough to live near a BJ’s Brewhouse. What’s a Pizookie, you ask? It’s a warm, molten, deep-dish cookie topped with a hefty scoop of ice cream! You can get this up to 7 days before and 7 days after your birthday.
How to get the freebie: Join BJ’s Premier Rewards Plus to earn points with purchases, the free Pizookie on your birthday, and a Pizookie dessert just for registering!
7. Score a completely FREE birthday meal from Chicken Salad Chick.
Thanks to Hip2Save reader, Cindy, we now know that Chicken Salad Chick offers an entire free meal for your birthday! There are over 200 Chicken Salad Chick locations in 17 different states, so you might just be lucky enough to capitalize on this awesome birthday freebie!
How to get the freebie: Download the Chicken Salad Chick’s Craving Credits app and enter your birthday. You’ll receive an Original Chick meal on your birthday and it will appear in the rewards section during your birthday month. If it doesn’t, simply contact Chicken Salad Chick to have it added to your account. Once it appears on your app, you’ll have 30 days to claim your meal.
8. Receive a $5 reward to DSW towards any purchase.
Stroll into DSW, where you’ll have a $5 reward to use towards any purchase online or in-store. Will that $5 be enough to cover some shoes? Probably not, but you can check out their cute accessories, socks, or small add-ons in the checkout aisle! You can use this offer any day during your birthday month!
How to get the freebie: Join DSW Rewards for your $5 birthday offer, free shipping, and rewards points for every $1 spent! Note that members are required to spend a minimum of $1.00 or greater using their VIP Member Account prior to receiving their $5 offer.
9. Carvel dishes out FREE ice cream cones for birthdays.
Looking for tasty and free birthday stuff? Sign up for Carvel’s Fudge Fanatics rewards program. You’ll receive a coupon on your birthday for a FREE ice cream cone plus other great offers throughout the year.
How to get the freebie: Snag your free cone by signing up to be part of Carvel’s Fudge Fanatics. That’s it! You’ll receive an offer for a free cone on your special day.
10. Score a 16 oz. cold brew at Cinnabon.
Spoil yourself on your special day with a refreshing drink from Cinnabon. Their birthday rewards is a delicious 16 oz. cold brew!
How to get the freebie: It’s easy! Sign up for a free Cinnabon Rewards account. The offer is usually valid for 14 days. In addition to this awesome birthday freebie, you’ll earn points with every purchase and get a 4-Count Bon Bites just for signing up!
11. Enjoy a free movie at CMX Cinemas.
Is there a movie you’ve been wanting to see on the big screen? Rewards Members with CMX Cinemas receive a FREE Birthday Movie Reward each year!
Plus, if you reach Diamond tier status (17 food or beverage purchases in a year), you’ll also receive a $20 food and beverage voucher on your birthday. That’s not all! CMX Rewards members also get a free ticket on their anniversary and $7 tickets every Wednesday!
How to get the freebie: Join the free CMX Rewards program. Your reward will be added to your Rewards Account Online and you have 60 days from your birthday to use the freebie.
12. Treat yourself to a free Crumbl Cookies cookie on your birthday.
Want a mouth-watering dessert for your birthday? Crumbl cookies will give you one of their famous cookies – completely free – to celebrate your special day.
How to get the freebie: Download the Crumbl App. Join the birthday club by selecting the EARN FREE CRUMBS banner in the loyalty section of the app. You must sign up at least 24 hours before your birthday. If you do, you’ll receive a birthday voucher via email at 10 am MST on your birthday. Use within 40 days of your birthday or else the offer expires!
13. Live it up at Dave and Buster’s with FREE gameplay.
Dave & Buster’s doesn’t specify their birthday reward. In years past, you would receive $5 in FREE gameplay, but rumor has it that the reward is now $10 in FREE gameplay!
How to get the freebie: Join Dave and Buster’s Rewards to receive a birthday reward and earn points to redeem for other great offers!
Grab a delicious pancake stake at Denny’s to celebrate.
Celebrate your birthday at Denny’s! The freebie is usually a FREE stack of pancakes. This reward is valid throughout your entire birthday month, so you don’t need to worry about carving out time to redeem this reward on your special day.
How to get the freebie: Join Denny’s Rewards and not only do you get a free stack of pancakes during your birthday month, but you’ll also receive 20% off your next visit plus two FREE strips of premium bacon just for signing up!
Snag some FREE Dippin’ Dots on your birthday.
Word on the street is that Dippin’ Dots offers their email club members free ice cream on their birthday! All you have to do is sign up!
How to get the freebie: Head on over to Dippin’ Dots website and join their Dot Crazy! Email Club. You’ll receive your offer via email prior to your birthday.
Grab any sized coffee for free on your birthday at Dutch Bros Coffee.
Head over to Dutch Bros Coffee where you can enjoy a free coffee up to 32 oz. on your big day. You’ll also receive a 50% off coupon for any drink up to 32 oz. to use on your half birthday!
How to get the freebie: Simply join the Dutch Bros rewards program to grab this yummy free stuff for your birthday (and half birthday too).
Score some free cash to shop at Express.
If you want to look your best on your big day, Express has an enticing offer for you. Express Insiders get both birthday and half birthday gifts! Depending on your tier, you’ll score between $5 and $40. If you stick to a clearance item or accessory, you might be able to buy yourself something totally free!
How to get the freebie: Head over to the Express website and register to be an Express Insider. In addition to your twice-yearly reward gifts, you’ll also get access to exclusive offers and receiptless returns.
Feast on a FREE entree from Famous Dave’s, though this offer can vary by location.
Got a craving for BBQ? Famous Dave’s will treat you to a FREE tasty gift on your birthday! Since this offer varies by location and changes from year to year, you may want to call your local Famous Dave’s to learn more about the birthday offer in your area.
In the past, many locations have given away FREE mouth-watering birthday entrees! For participating locations, this offer will be valid one week before and one week after your birthday.
How to get the freebie: Join the Famous Nation to get Famous news, special offers, BBQ tips, and a tasty gift for your birthday!
Scream for ice cream with a FREE Friendly’s medium sundae.
Looking for another decadent dessert? Head into Friendly’s for a FREE medium sundae with your favorite toppings! This one is only good on your actual birthday, so make this visit a birthday priority!
How to get the freebie: Join the Friendly’s Fan Club for a free medium sundae on your birthday, weekly deals and promotions, a free medium sundae after the purchase of 5 medium or large sundaes, plus a free medium sundae just for signing up! Wow, that’s a lot of free ice cream!
Score some free pancakes for your birthday at IHOP.
When it comes to getting free birthday stuff, IHOP’s offer is hard to beat! Enjoy four of IHOP’s thick buttermilk pancakes topped with your choice of peaches, cinnamon apple compote, or glazed strawberries, and finish with fluffy whipped topping. This birthday reward can be redeemed on your big day, plus seven days before and after!
How to get the freebie:
Join the IHOP Rewards program to get a free stack of pancakes on your birthday! Note that IHOP Rewards are only available at participating locations.
Enjoy a FREE Cupcake, meal discount & more at Kobé Steakhouse – valid all month long.
If you’re celebrating your birthday with family, Kobé Japanese Steakhouse is THE place to have your birthday dinner! 🥩
During the entire month of your birthday, they offer $15 off a single entrée Friday-Saturday OR up to $25 off a single entrée Sunday – Thursday when you buy another full-priced entrée. They also know that no birthday is complete without cake, so they also offer a complimentary cupcake and Kobé chef hat!
How to get the freebie: Sign up for Kobe Rewards and your reward will automatically load into your account every year on the first day of your birthday month. When you use your reward at the restaurant, you must show a photo ID along with your Kobe Rewards Card or App.
Get a FREE birthday reward from Krispy Kreme during your birthday month!
Krispy Kreme’s website doesn’t specify their birthday reward, but the usual offer is a free doughnut in honor of your special day. If you have other plans for your actual birthday, you won’t miss out on this treat. Your Birthday Rewards are valid from the 1st day of your birthday month until the last day of your birthday month. SWEET!
How to get the freebie: Join the Krispie Kreme Rewards and download the Krispy Kreme app to be eligible for your birthday reward, plus you’ll get a free doughnut just for joining!
Order anything under $5 on your birthday with your Menchie’s birthday reward.
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt offers mySmileage Rewards members $5 to use on their birthday. As long as your purchase is $5 and below, your sweet treat is completely free!
How to get the freebie: Join mySmileage Rewards prior to your birthday to receive the free $5 reward. Redeem by visiting Menchie’s and giving the server your registered phone number or show them your Menchie’s app. The offer expires 7 days after your birthday so don’t forget to cash it in! You’ll also score a FREE $5 froyo with every 50 smiles (reward points).
Be welcomed at Moe’s Southwest Grill with a FREE burrito.
When it comes to getting free stuff for your birthday, Moe’s delivers! They’ll treat you to a FREE burrito! You should receive an email for this offer 3 days before your birthday and it will expire one week following your special day.
How to get the freebie: Join Moe Rewards where you’ll not only get a free birthday burrito, but you’ll also be able to earn rewards points and get an offer for free queso just for signing up!
Nothing Bundt Cakes dishes out free stuff on your birthday.
Nothing Bundt Cakes believes everyone deserves a Bundtlet on their birthday. You can grab one of these delectable treats on your day – no purchase necessary.
How to get the freebie: Hurry on over to the Nothing Bundt Cakes website and join their free eclub. You’ll receive a coupon offer one week before your big day.
Pick out a pastry or drink at Panera Bread (but the exact offer may vary).
At Panera Bread, birthday rewards vary by customer, but you will likely be offered a FREE pastry or sweet or a FREE coffee, tea, or soda! Your birthday reward loads to your account on your birthday and is available to redeem for 7 days.
How to get the freebie: Join MyPanera to start earning rewards with purchases, a free surprise on your birthday, and a free pastry or sweet just for signing up! Even better, if you’re fixed on coffee, you can sign up for their MyPanera Unlimited Sip Club (normally $10.99/month) and you’ll receive your first month of coffee totally free!
Enjoy a lighter dessert with a FREE small yogurt from Pinkberry.
Frozen yogurt is great if you want to go a little lighter on dessert. Stop into Pinkberry for a free small yogurt with the topping of your choice! This freebie will be available to use on your birthday and up to 30 days after.
How to get the freebie: Join Pinkberry Rewards to get rewarded with a free yogurt after 10 purchases and a free yogurt on your birthday!
Nab a $6 birthday reward from Planet Smoothie.
What can you get for free on your birthday? Up to $6 of free birthday stuff at Planet Smoothie. Use it to buy a yummy smoothie, cookie, or other treat. Stay under $6 and it’s free!
How to get the freebie: Head on over to Planet Smoothie’s website where you can join Planet VIP for free. Your reward will be uploaded to your account a week before your special day. The offer is valid for 7 days before and 7 days after your birthday.
Kick back for a movie night with a FREE Redbox rental.
Redbox Perks members receive $2 off a rental on their birthday which covers the cost of a 1-night DVD rental. So, stop by your nearest Redbox kiosk and end your big day with a movie night at home! You could also save the rental for another night since the offer is available for up to 2 weeks after your birthday!
How to get the freebie: Join Redbox Perks for a $2 off reward code for your birthday. You’ll also score a free 1-night DVD rental just for signing up plus additional perks for earning points with each rental!
Indulge in a dessert of your choice for FREE at Ruby Tuesday.
Starting in 2023, you can get yourself a FREE dessert of your choice when you visit Ruby Tuesday on your birthday. You can redeem this freebie up to 7 days before and 14 days after your birthday!
How to get the freebie: Join Ruby Tuesday’s So Connected or Ruby Tuesday Rewardsand you’ll not only get a coupon for a free dessert on your birthday, you’ll also get a free dessert or garden bar add-on just for signing up!
Get glam with birthday goodies from Sephora.
Who doesn’t love FREE makeup?! Pop into Sephora to pick up your FREE birthday reward with options from Laura Mercier, Amika, Tatcha, and Olaplex. You can redeem your reward 2 weeks before or after your birthday and anytime during your birthday month. Even sweeter, they often remind you when checking out in case you forget. 😉
How to get the freebie: Become a Beauty Insiderto gain access to Sephora’s Beauty Insider community, rewards, seasonal savings, free beauty classes, and your birthday beauty bundle!
You’ll get a special reward from Soma.
As a member of Love Soma Rewards, you can expect a birthday reward from Soma. In years past, it was a $10 reward! To be eligible, you must have shopped at Soma within the last 12 months and if you’ve become a Platinum rewards member (by spending $500+ in the last year), you’ll get even more for your birthday gift!
How to get the freebie: Join Love Soma Rewards for your birthday offer, reward points for every $1 spent, receipt free returns, and free shipping on all bra orders!
Sip on a FREE drink at Starbucks.
At Starbucks, you can get ANY handcrafted drink on the menu, ANY size, and with ANY additions you’d like for FREE. So size up to a Venti (or a Trenta for cold drinks), and make sure to check out our Starbucks coupons for other great deals! You could also opt to receive a complimentary food item or ready-to-drink bottled beverage in the chance you don’t want a handcrafted drink.
You’ll receive an email for the free birthday drink reward a couple of days before your birthday, but keep in mind the reward is ONLY valid on your birthday, so use it while it’s hot!
How to get the freebie: Join Starbucks Rewards at least seven days before your birthday and make at least one Star-earning transaction prior to your birthday each year. You’ll also get exclusive perks like mobile order & pay, free in-store refills on coffee, and free rewards for collecting stars!
Slurp up a FREE Steak ‘n Shake milkshake (and remember, calories don’t count on your birthday!)
Free things on your birthday are awesome and this bday freebie is super tasty! Stop into Steak ‘n Shake for a FREE Specialty Milkshake for your birthday. YES, really! And what’s even better is that the offer is valid for 45 days following your birthday!
How to get the freebie: Join the Steak ‘n Shake, to score a free Specialty Milkshake for your birthday!
Enjoy a free drink or treat on your birthday trip to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
Enjoy an energizing birthday treat on your birthday with either a drink or a tasty treat to celebrate your big day, courtesy of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
How to get the freebie: Download The Coffee Bean Rewards App to earn various rewards and coupons throughout the year, including 50% off your first drink! On your birthday, your freebie will be available on the app.
Visit The Fresh Market for a FREE slice of cake on your birthday!
It’s not a birthday celebration without the cake! That’s why The Fresh Market gives away a FREE slice to customers on their birthdays. This is one reward to scoop up because these cakes look delicious!
How to get the freebie: Visit The Fresh Market website and create a free account to join their Ultimate Loyalty Experience program. You can even sign up for the month of your birthday and still score the free reward! Plus, you’ll snag other great perks like member-only coupons.
Get even more makeup and skincare from Ulta Beauty.
Stop into Ulta any day during your birthday month for even more FREE beauty products! Simply sign up for their free Ultamate Rewards before your birthday to claim your gift. Even more exciting, the contents of Ulta’s free birthday gift change quarterly, so it’s always a fun surprise! Best of all, you don’t have to spend a dime to get this free stuff on your birthday and you’ll receive 2x the rewards points during the month of your birthday if you do make any purchases!
How to get the freebie: Join theUltamate Rewards program for access to yourfree birthday set (must have made a purchase within the last 12 months to be eligible), points on every purchase, and coupons throughout the year. Ulta sends out lots of offers for 20% off, $3.50 off of a $15 purchase, and the occasional 20% off prestige brands!
Victoria’s Secret offers a $10 birthday reward.
Members of the Victoria’s Secret & Pink Collective will receive a $10 reward for their birthday. Browse the clearance section for a cheap panties or accessories. If you stick below $10, you’ll get it for FREE!
How to get the freebie: Sign up for the Victoria’s Secret & Pink Collective, the company’s free rewards program. It’s free to join. In addition to the birthday reward, you’ll earn points with every purchase and get free shipping on orders of $50 or more.
Waffle House will serve you up a FREE classic waffle.
Head on over to Waffle House for a FREE classic waffle on your birthday. This offer is also available to claim for seven days before your birthday and 21 days after!
How to get the freebie: Join the Waffle House Regular’s Club for your birthday freebie along with other coupons and promotions. You also get a free order of hashbrowns with two toppings just for signing up!
Hip tip for more freebies on your birthday:
Many local zoos, museums, and other attractions offer free admission on your birthday. Just give them a call to find out which birthday freebies or discounts they offer and if any proof or validation is needed for admission.
And remember – birthday freebies aren’t just for humans! Be sure to register your favorite furry friend for Petco’s Vital Care Core membership (it’s FREE!) to get a pound of FREE birthday treats from the treat bar! The voucher will be sent via email as long as you sign up for Pals Rewards and is valid for up to 21 days after your pet’s birthday.
Can’t get enough birthday freebies? Check out our full list!
Am I being dumb with Jersey Mikes? I can’t find anywhere to put my birthday on the app or site itself?
I actually just looked and their site says they don’t do free birthday subs for new people right now so that sucks :(.
Oh bummer! Thanks for the heads up on that. We’re no longer seeing the option to add a birthdate either, Melinoe. The post has been updated. ❤️
IHOP doesn’t give free pancakes on your birthday anymore. The give 5 PanCoins(their name for points).
You get 5 PanCoins after your first purchase. 5 PanCoins is enough for a full stack of pancakes. 3 PanCoins will get you a short stack. The top reward(entire breakfast combo) is 30 PanCoins. It is now called the International Bank of Pancakes.
They revamped their reward program in April 2022. Founding members(those that signed up before the relaunch) got free delivery for life and 10 additional PanCoins.
All Waffle House coupons are now dine-in only.
Chicken Salad Chick doesn’t include a drink.
The $5 Menchie’s reward from spending $50 doesn’t expire.
Thanks so much for sharing these with us, Sara! ❤️
Auntie Annes Pretzel is requiring you to purchase a minimum of $10 before you receive the birthday reward. Also Firehouse subs is requiring with a purchase now for you to get a free medium sub.
Thank you so much for the heads up on those details! I’ll get that information updated above. 🥰