Tax day freebies and deals for 2026 - Charlotte On The Cheap

To help take some of the sting out of tax day 2026, restaurants and other businesses are offering tax day deals and freebies. Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Check for specific days of each deal below. These are mostly national deals. Some may not be in your location. Also, participation might vary by location.

Tax Day Deals and Freebies

We will be adding many more deals to this list as they are officially confirmed!

Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay

At Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay, claim your Burger Break this Tax Day, April 15, 2026, with a $10.40 meal deal featuring a 4oz Palace Classic Burger, regular fries and a small fountain drink. Available at Bobby’s Burgers SouthPark Charlotte Restaurant only, 6100 Fairview Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Church’s Texas Chicken

Sign up for Church’s Real Rewards before April 15, 2026, and get an 8-piece leg & thigh order for just $4.99 on Tax Day. It can be redeemed through the Church’s Texas Chicken mobile app, churchs.com, or in‑restaurant after checking in with the in‑app QR code.

Great American Cookies

On April 15, 2026, Great American Cookies rewards members can score a Buy One, Get One Free deal on the brand’s signature Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake slices in-store at participating locations nationwide. To become a rewards member and redeem this offer, guests can download the Great American Cookies Rewards App or sign up online at greatamericancookies.com/rewards. This deal was announced in a press release.

Grubhub

Through April 15, 2026, get $10.40 off $50+ Grubhub orders from Sweetgreen, Krispy Kreme and Chili’s. Learn more in this press release.

Office Max / Office Depot

Office Max / Office Depot is offering free paper shredding of up to 5 pounds. the deal is good through May 23, 2026, but you need a coupon. All details here.

Paris Baguette

Paris Baguette is offering its rewards members a free pastry with any beverage purchase on April 15, 2026. Announced in press release.

Shipley Donuts

half dozen donuts — Photo courtesy of Shipley Donuts

From April 10 to 15, 2026, get 1/2 dozen glazed donuts for $4.15 at Shipley Donuts. In-store only, one reward per guest. Must be a Shipley reward member.

More Tax Day Deals?

The following restaurants and delivery services had special Tax Day deals in previous years, so we’ll be checking with them too. We will be updating the list of deals all the time.

Applebee’s
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
Burger King
Einstein Bros Bagels
Hooters
Kona Ice
Krispy Kreme
Noodles & Company
Planet Fitness
Potbelly Sandwich Works
Shake Shack
Smoothie King
Sonny’s BBQ

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Double-Check Before You Head Out!

Deals offered by national chains are usually “participating locations only.” We can’t generally verify participation with a particular location, so we encourage you to contact the location to make sure. In addition, limited time offers can end without warning. Deals may not be available when you order from a 3rd party delivery service.

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