Best July Sales & Freebies: FREE Chick-Fil-A, Movies, Ice Cream, & MUCH More
We’ve rounded up the best July sales, deals & freebies you don’t want to miss!
We’re sharing the latest July sales! Download our convenient and FREE calendar printable to know what to buy in July before the best sales end!
Here’s a list of notable July sales and what you may want to shop:
Score the deepest discounts during the Bath & Body Works’ Semi-Annual Sale through July.
The Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale started on June 15th, and if history repeats itself, it’s expected to run through the second week of July! Right now, save up to 75% off in stores and online! Inventory is limited, so grab your favorites now before they’re gone!
Inventory is limited so grab your Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale favorite now before they’re gone!
Hip Tip: Be sure to check your Rewards Wallet, as our team had various high-value offers such as $10 off a $40 purchase, an extra 25% off, and free shipping!
Shop for 4th of July sales at your favorite retailers at the beginning of July.
There are a plethora of July 4th sales happening this month, so depending on what you’re shopping for, you can score quite an array of deals! Plus, many of the 4th of July deals began in June, so you can start shopping the deals now!
Shop these 4th of July sales happening now:
Get free entrance to any national park during the Fourth of July weekend.
The National Park Service is offering its next FREE entrance day to U.S. National Parks July 3rd-5th in honor of the Fourth of July weekend. No special park pass needed!
This free entry provides a great opportunity to visit a park that normally charges a fee, such as Yellowstone National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and more. You can check out the full list of participating sites here.
Bookmark our Free National Park Day post to see when other upcoming free admission days are.
Kids can register for a free DIY project at both Home Depot & grab freebies from Lowe’s.
The Home Depot and Lowe’s both host Free Kids Workshops every month. Pre-registration online is required. Pre-register at The Home Depot for kids to make a Go Kart on July 4th.
This month’s Lowe’s kids craft is part of the MrBeast collaboration and does cost $14.95. However, you still can head to stores on July 4 to get a free beach bucket toy! You must be a MyLowe’s rewards member to claim, and quantities are limited, so you’ll want to get there early.
Pre-register for Lowe’s MrBeast Swarm Jet Workshop being held on July 25th if you’d still like to pay to participate!
Shop the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starting July 18th and score deep discounts on top brands.
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale returns July 18th and runs through August 9th! Plus, Nordy Club members can shop as early as July 14th! Even sweeter, if you apply for a Nordstrom Credit Card, you’ll get $60 OFF your first purchase! 😱
Bookmark our Nordstrom Anniversary Sale post to shop some of the best sales!
Kids can score a free backpack at Verizon on July 26th.
The Verizon Wireless Zone’s annual School Backpack Giveaway is returning for its 13th year! On July 26th, at 1 PM local time, participating Verizon Wireless Zone and TCC stores will be handing out free backpacks to help kiddos get ready for back-to-school!
There’s no purchase required, but your child must be present to get a backpack. Supplies are limited and first come, first served, so plan to get there early!
Score huge discounts on hair care liters during the Beauty Brands Annual Liter Sale.
There’s no reason not to shop the Beauty Brands Liter Sale if you need to stock up on shampoo and conditioner – the deals this year are HOT! You’ll be able to score up to 70% OFF hair care and beauty products on brands like Wella, Biolage, Redken, and many more!
While this sale started at the end of June, it’s still going strong all month long in July! 🤩
Kids can enjoy cheap or free movie tickets during the entire month of July at multiple theaters.
This July, families can beat the heat without busting the budget thanks to a variety of kid-friendly movie deals at major theater chains. From $1 tickets and $3 animated favorites to even free showings at select locations, summer movie programs offer a fun and affordable way to keep little ones entertained.
Expect weekly screenings, discounted snacks, and even sensory-friendly options—perfect for an easy family outing that won’t empty your wallet.
Continuing in July through August, kids can score a free pizza just for hitting their reading goals.
Kids can earn a FREE pizza with the Pizza Hut Book It program in July and August by reaching their reading goals. Your child will be able to use this free app throughout the summer to earn one free personal pan pizza each month by meeting parent-set reading goals.
Head to our Pizza Hut Book It post to learn more.
These July National Holidays often feature sales & freebies:
Celebrate National French Fry Day on July 10th and score freebies.
Friday, July 10th, is National French Fry Day. Last year, we saw multiple restaurants giving out total freebies! Although the 2026 deals and freebies haven’t officially been announced yet, you can check out our free fries National French Fry Day post as it gets closer!
Potentially score a FREE 7-Eleven Slurpee on July 11th.
While it hasn’t been officially confirmed, the beloved 7-Eleven Free Slurpee Day has returned year after year. We expect it to be back again this year on July 11th, also known as 7/11 Day, so keep your eyes peeled.
Get a FREE Chick-fil-A entree on July 14th.
Mark your calendars! On July 14th, Chick-fil-A is bringing back its popular Cow Appreciation Day to celebrate its 80th anniversary! Bring your whole herd in-restaurant dressed like a cow to receive a free entrée with no purchase necessary! Plus, this offer runs from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., so you could even score a free breakfast.
We’ll all scream on July 19th for freebies to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.
National Ice Cream Day is observed each year on the third Sunday of July, so this year’s will be celebrated on Sunday, July 19th. Last year, many favorites like Baskin-Robbins, Cold Stone Creamery, Dairy Queen, and many more were dishing out discounts and freebies.
Relish in free hot dogs and deals on National Hot Dog Day this July 15th.
National Hot Dog Day is observed on the third Wednesday of July each year. So that means the next one will be held on July 15th, 2026! Many restaurants and retailers recognize this event by offering totally free hot dogs, BOGO free offers, 5¢ dog days, and much more!
Gear up for National Chicken Wing Day on July 29th.
Chicken Wing fanatics, get ready – July 29th, 2026, will mark the 49th annual National Chicken Wing Day! Restaurants across the country will celebrate the occasion with hot deals and freebies on chicken wings, including boneless wings! Last year, we saw places like Buffalo Wild Wings, 7-Eleven, and Hooters with great offers.
End the month with deals on dessert for National Cheesecake Day.
July 30th, 2026, is the next National Cheesecake Day, and we’re expecting free and inexpensive desserts in 2026. Last year, we saw deals at The Cheesecake Factory, White Castle, and more!
Don’t miss these other notable free & cheap things in July 2026:
- July 11th – Kids can make FREE bug or safari animal magnets at the JCPenney Kids Zone.
- Saturdays in July – Barnes & Noble will have a FREE story time at select locations.
- Middle of July – We drop new FREE Roblox codes towards the beginning of every month.
- All Month Long – Teens, ages 14-19, can get a FREE Planet Fitness membership.
- All Month Long – Don’t miss our Kids Eat Free post for all the deals & freebies kids can score every month, all month long!
- All Month Long – Kids can bowl FREE all summer long through the Kids Bowl Free Program!
- All Month Long – Score free books, food, & more with multiple kids’ Summer Reading Programs.
Shop July’s seasonal produce to score the best prices.
When you shop seasonally, you’re likely to get the best prices on products – especially if you’re shopping at your local farmer’s market.
Be sure to check out our ways to keep your strawberries fresher for longer if you’re planning to start adding them to your shopping cart!
Here’s a list of some seasonal produce to shop for in July:
Hip Tip: We shared how to get cheap produce year-round!
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