Where to Get Free Donuts on National Donut Day 2025

National Donut Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of June, is more than just an excuse to indulge in everyone's favorite sweet breakfast; it's a tradition rooted in history and embraced by donut lovers across the United States. In 2025, the celebration falls on Friday, June 6, and major chains are offering a variety of deals and promotions to mark the occasion. And with inflation still impacting grocery prices and morning coffee runs, a free donut isn’t just a treat! It’s a win these days.

A Sweet Tradition with Historical Roots

National Donut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army in Chicago to honor the "Donut Lassies," women who served donuts to soldiers during World War I. The day also served as a fundraiser during the Great Depression. Today, it remains a day of appreciation and indulgence, with many donut shops offering free treats to their customers.

Where to Get Free Donuts on National Donut Day 2025

Here's a roundup of places offering free donuts on June 6:

Krispy Kreme: On June 6, Krispy Kreme is offering a free doughnut of your choice with no purchase necessary, plus a dozen Original Glazed® doughnuts for just $2 when you buy any dozen at regular price at participating locations.

Dunkin': Receive a free classic donut with any beverage purchase at participating locations. Dunkin' is also launching a limited-edition merchandise collaboration with Stoney Clover Lane, featuring donut-inspired accessories.

Duck Donuts: Duck Donuts is celebrating National Donut Day by offering one free cinnamon sugar donut per guest, no purchase necessary, in-store only. Additionally, customers can get a half dozen cinnamon sugar donuts for just $6, available both in-store and online for one day only.

Shipley Do-Nuts: With any purchase, receive a free glazed, iconic, hexagonal donut.

LaMar's Donuts: Stop by any location to receive a free Ray’s Original Glazed donut, no purchase required.

Paris Baguette: PB Rewards members can enjoy a free sugar mochi or small twisted donut with any purchase.

Sheetz: From June 6 to June 10, Sheetz is celebrating National Donut Day by offering customers a free donut with the purchase of any Sheetz fountain drink, Sheetz Bros Coffee, or bottled beverage. This promotion is available at all Sheetz locations and applies to any flavored donut in the bakery case. To redeem the offer, customers must add the promotion under the "OFFERZ" tab in the Sheetz app.

7-Eleven: On Friday, June 6, 2025, 7-Eleven is celebrating National Donut Day by offering classic glazed donuts for just 50 cents to members of 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations. After June 6, the same donuts will be available for $1 through June 24.

Dapper Doughnuts: Dapper Doughnuts is celebrating National Doughnut Day with a special promotion from June 6 to June 8, 2025. Customers can receive a free six-count of cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar mini doughnuts with any purchase during this three-day event.

No matter where you go, National Donut Day 2025 is shaping up to be a sweet celebration coast to coast. Just don’t forget to bring your app and your appetite. The only question is: How many donut shops are you going to visit?

Or, why not bake your own donuts?

If you're feeling inspired to create your own donuts this National Donut Day, there's no better time to try your hand at homemade delights. For a comprehensive guide, check out our Ultimate List Of 30 Different Types of Donuts, which offers 30 diverse recipes ranging from classic glazed and jelly-filled to unique options like mochi donuts and apple fritters. Each recipe includes detailed instructions and tips to help you achieve donut perfection in your own kitchen.