America is turning 250 this year, and food chains are going all out to celebrate. Along with typical Fourth of July festivities, this year’s holiday is bringing an extra dose of patriotic promotions — from $2.50 menu items (a nod to America’s 250th birthday) to limited-edition collectibles and festive menu additions.
If you happen to be spending the holiday in the nation’s capital, make sure to check out Eat250, a citywide celebration honoring America’s birthday with special $25 and $50 dining specials across participating restaurants. And if you’re looking to save a little money while celebrating this Independence Day, take a look at some of the year’s best Fourth of July food deals below.
Betty Crocker
General Mills is helping Americans celebrate the country’s 250th birthday by giving away 1 million free Betty Crocker cake mixes. Purchase a participating Betty Crocker cake mix product before July 11, upload a photo of your receipt to their website, and you’ll have a chance to receive a reimbursement of up to $3.99, while supplies last.
Burger King
Burger King is celebrating America’s birthday by offering Royal Perks members a Whopper Jr. for just $2.50 July 4. However, these orders must be made either through the app or website. The chain has also rolled out a limited-edition festive Firecracker Cookie Pie, featuring a crunchy sugar cookie crust and red and blue star-shaped sprinkles.
Dunkin’
Dunkin’ is releasing a limited-edition Eagle Cup to celebrate the holiday, which is available to purchase for $10.99 starting June 29. The collectible includes a free medium beverage with purchase, plus a promotional code that unlocks $3 medium Refreshers or Dunkin’ Zero drinks for 30 days. In addition to drinks, Dunkin’ has released limited-edition festive donuts. Fourth of July merch ranging from swimsuits and shirts to hats and tumblers will be available starting June 26.
Krispy Kreme
From July 2-5, Krispy Kreme customers can add a second dozen Original Glazed doughnuts to a purchase of any dozen or 16-count Mini doughnuts for an extra $2.50. And, on July 4, guests wearing red, white and blue can also get one free Original Glazed doughnut — no purchase necessary.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing says red, white and blue quite like a festive red velvet Bundt cake — and from July 3-5, Bundtastic Rewards members will earn 250 bonus points on any purchase.
Sonic
Sonic is embracing Independence Day with a $2.50 menu that will be available for three weeks, from June 22 to July 12. The menu features staples like Sonic’s All-American hot dog as well as new additions like the Red, White & Blue Slush Float.
More Fourth of July deals are expected to be announced in the coming days, so be sure to check your favorite restaurants’ apps and rewards programs for more offers.