Score a FREE Starbucks Reusable Red Cup Soon
Mark your calendars! Starbucks has officially announced the return of Starbucks Red Cup Day, and based on past trends, we’re predicting the big day will land on Thursday, November 12th this year!
On this day, you can order any size handcrafted holiday or fall drink (hot, iced, or blended), and you’ll snag a FREE Grande (16-ounce) Starbucks reusable red cup!
These super popular cups are available at participating locations while supplies last, so you’ll definitely want to head to your local store early before they run out! Will you be grabbing a free cup this year?

Get more gifts & discounts year-round as a Starbucks Rewards Member!
Starbucks Rewards Members earn 2 stars for every $1 spent using a registered gift card or the Starbucks app; you can then redeem your points at different levels for various items!
You can also earn 1 star for every $1 spent no matter how you pay, simply by scanning the Starbucks app at checkout! Plus, if you bring a reusable Starbucks cup, Starbucks Rewards members can earn double stars!
- 25 Stars: Swap in any milk substitutions, syrups, or an extra shot of espresso free of charge.
- 100 Stars: Enjoy a free coffee, iced coffee or tea, packaged snacks, bakery item (such as a cake pop or cookie), Siren Logo Plastic To-Go Cold Cup 24oz, or a Siren Logo Plastic Hot Cup 16oz
- 200 Stars: Grab a free handcrafted drink (including Cold Brew, Lattes, and more) or a hot breakfast item.
- 300 Stars: Indulge in a free protein box, salad, or sandwich, or take home a bag of coffee!
- 400 Stars: Signature mug, drink tumbler, or select coffee merch (you’ll pay the difference if the cost is over $20).
See all the latest Starbucks deals, promos, and reward offers here!

Will the drink you order come in the cup, or do they just hand you the empty cup?
It looks like it may vary by location. My daughter received the cup empty with the drink she ordered. You could always check with your store. Hope that helps! ❤️
My husband was handed the empty cup – he was told by the barista that they are not allowed to fill the cup, he can’t remember the reason.
They have a policy against serving the drink in the red cup-they’re not clean.
At my location they were asking if you wanted it in the cup if ordering in person and if you did they would allow it but they would give you the lid to put on yourself. You could also just get the cup along with your drink which is what did 🙂