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Major Chains and Local Shops Offer Free Donuts as National Donut Day Arrives

Honoring Salvation Army’s WWI ‘Donut Lassies,’ the day features free treats from Dunkin’, Krispy Kreme and a host of regional bakeries.

A stock photo dated August 8, 2024, shows donuts in a box. National Donut Day is on Friday, June 6, 2025.
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National Doughnut Day brings lots of bargains.
Shipley Do-Nuts is giving away free glazed do-nuts on Friday, June 6, for National Donut Day.

Overview

  • The Salvation Army is handing out donuts to veterans in cities nationwide and staging its World Donut Eating Championship in Washington, D.C.
  • Dunkin’ is giving customers a free classic donut with any beverage purchase on June 6 and releasing limited-edition merch in collaboration with Stoney Clover Lane.
  • Krispy Kreme is offering one free Original Glazed donut per customer with no purchase required on Friday and launching its 14 Days of Original Glazed promotion with loyalty discounts through June 20.
  • 7-Eleven rewards members can buy glazed donuts for 50 cents on June 6, with a $1 price available until June 24 at participating 7-Eleven, Stripes and Speedway stores.
  • Duck Donuts, Shipley Do-Nuts, Tim Hortons and dozens of local bakeries are participating with free or discounted donuts and special app-based offers running through June 8 or later.