National Pretzel Day Is April 26, 2026 | Here’s Where to Score FREE Pretzels!

When is National Pretzel Day 2026 and where can you get free pretzels? 

Sunday, April 26th, is National Pretzel Day, and we are sharing everything you knead to know about celebrating with all the best deals and freebies!

Whether you’re craving something a little salty, or you just can knot resist that heavenly smell wafting through the food court, these twisted treats are sure to put a smile on your face and make an excellent snack.

Here are all the deals to save you some dough on National Pretzel Day 2026:

Auntie Anne’s is celebrating National Pretzel Day with a free pretzel.

On April 26th, Auntie Anne’s Reward Members can redeem an offer for a FREE Original or Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel in the Auntie Anne’s Rewards app (iOS or Android) – no purchase necessary!

Auntie Anne’s is also selling a Golden Pretzel Pass for $50 at participating stores, while supplies last. Passholders must activate the Pass in the Auntie Anne’s Rewards App to unlock one Original or Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel on activation day, then weekly for 52 consecutive weeks. That’s an estimated value of over $250, so this seems like a hot deal for serious pretzel lovers!

Your donation to Tunnel to Towers got you a freebie from Ben’s Soft Pretzels.

On April 26th, from, 1:00 to 5:00 PM, Ben’s Soft Pretzels will give a free Jumbo Soft Pretzel to anyone who makes a donation to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

T2T is an organization that provides mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families.

No purchase is necessary to score a free pretzel at Philly Pretzel Factory.

On April 26th, Philly Pretzel Factory will give everyone who visits participating locations one free soft pretzel – no purchase necessary!

You can also earn double rewards points on all purchases made through the app on National Pretzel Day 2026.

Free pretzel bites from Pretzelmaker

On April 26th, Pretzelmaker Rewards members can get a free small order of salted or unsalted Pretzel Bites in the Pretzelmaker Rewards App (valid in-store only).

Wetzel’s Pretzels will celebrate National Pretzel Day 2026 with a free pretzel!

On April 26th, from 3 PM to close, participating Wetzel’s Pretzels locations will give every guest one free Original Pretzel!

Love salty and sweet? Make this Strawberry Pretzel Salad recipe!