National Coffee Day is Monday, September 29, 2025. (International Coffee Day follows soon after, on October 1, 2025!)
Every year, many businesses offer free coffee, or special coffee deals. We are listing a whole bunch of coffee deals below. Also, if you’d prefer to brew coffee at home, jump down to these online deals on a wide variety of coffee makers.
We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.
We will be updating this post with even more deals as they’re announced. Many are announced at the last minute.
National Coffee Day Deals for 2025
Dunkin’
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Dunkin’ Rewards members can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee, with a purchase, through the Dunkin’ app. Read the press release.
Giddy Goat Coffee Roasters
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Giddy Goat Coffee Roasters, 1217 The Plaza, Charlotte, North Carolina, is offering 15% off bags of beans and $1 drip coffee.
Krispy Kreme
On September 29, 2025, get a FREE medium hot or iced coffee and a FREE doughnut of your choice at Krispy Kreme. No purchase required. Krispy Kreme’s National Coffee Day free coffee and doughnut offer is available Monday in-shop and via drive-thru at participating shops across the U.S. This deal is part of a promotion with Joe Jonas. So, a Cup of Joe!
Also, from Saturday, September 27, to Monday, September 29, 2025, buy any dozen doughnuts at regular price and get an Original Glazed dozen for just $1. The $1 Original Glazed® BOGO is available Saturday through Monday in-shop and via drive-thru at participating shops and for pickup or delivery at krispykreme.com or via Krispy Kreme’s mobile app using BOGO1 promo code, while supplies last.
More information in the press release.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is perking up the season with a $1.99 Small Cold Brew Frozen Coffee for all Rita’s Ice app users. New and existing Rita’s Ice app users can claim the deal with a single-use reward in the app, redeemable on September 29, 2025, only.
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is offering buy-one-get-one-free hot or iced coffee on September 29, 2025. Announced in Facebook. 1930 Camden Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Smoothie King
On Monday, September 29, 2025, from opening until 10:30 a.m., show your Starbucks Rewards app at Smoothie King and get a FREE 20-oz Coffee Protein Smoothie. Rewards programs from some other popular coffee shops will also be honored. No points will be deducted. You just have to show that you’re a member.
Caribou Coffee
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Caribou Coffee is serving up this deal. Guests who buy any beverage on National Coffee Day will receive a free medium classic Latte (available hot or iced). The offer is open to all guests, not just Caribou Perks members.
Grubhub and Starbucks
Grubhub is offering $7 off $20 Starbucks orders for Grubhub+ members on September 29, 2025, from 12 a.m. to 11:55 p.m. No promo code needed. If you’re not a Grubhub+ member, you can get a free membership if you’re an Amazon Prime member.
If you’re already a member of Prime, you can sign up for GrubHub+ here, for free.
Huddle House
From September 28 to October 3, 2025, guests receive a free fresh-brewed coffee with any meal purchased. Announced in this press release. The closest Huddle House locations to Charlotte are in York and Lancaster, South Carolina.
Circle K
On September 29, 2025, Circle K customers can redeem, via the Circle K app, one free medium hot or iced coffee as a coupon or Inner Circle Reward. No additional purchase required.
Sheetz
Sheetz is offering a free self-serve coffee, any size, hot or iced, with any purchase. The deal is available from September 29 to October 1, 2025, at all Sheetz locations. To redeem, customers must be enrolled in the My Sheetz Rewards loyalty program.
Limit one redemption per member. Please note that this offer is not valid with purchases of fuel, alcohol, cigarettes, lottery items, half-gallon and gallon milk, financial or prepaid cards or Sheetz gift cards.
The Salty
The Salty is turning National Coffee Day into a week-long celebration from September 29 through October 5, 2025. Each day will feature a new limited-edition coffee creation paired with one of the shop’s signature donuts.
Guests who order the daily Power Pairings will also receive scratch-off cards, and every card is a winner, with prizes ranging from free coffee and donuts to Salty merch, plus a Golden Cup Winner who will enjoy free coffee for all of October. The most popular drink of the week will also earn a permanent spot on The Salty’s fall beverage menu, available through the winter season. 1515 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC.
Scooter’s Coffee
Scooter’s Coffee will be offering a FREE medium brewed coffee each day Saturday, September 27, through Monday, September 29, 2025, when redeemed using the Scooter’s Coffee mobile app. Limit one per customer per day. On National Coffee Day itself on Monday, they’ll offer their latest sticker. Available with any purchase while supplies last. Locations in Indian Trail, Denver, and Monroe, NC, and Rock Hill, SC. Find the closest location.
Shipley Donuts
On September 29, 2025, Shipley Donuts is treating its loyalty members to a free Cold Brew Donut or iconic Original Glazed with the purchase of any coffee at select locations. The one-day promotion is available in-store and online when scanning the Sweet Rewards loyalty app, while supplies last. And, yes, you read that right, they have a caffeinated donut. Announced in press release.
Duck Donuts
From September 29 to October 3, 2025, get a free espresso donut with any purchase. In-shop only, limit one per customer. Also, get $2 off retail coffee bags. In-shop only. Participating locations only. Information in press release. The Charlotte Duck Donuts closed. There’s one at 810 Brayden Parkway, Fort Mill, SC.
Pilot Flying J
Participating Pilot and Flying J travel centers are offering guests a free any-size hot coffee on Monday, September 29, 2025. The offer can be redeemed through the Pilot app. It’s a great time to try Pilot’s Fall flavors lineup: Bourbon Pecan, Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino, Campo Sur™ Brazilian.
Playa Bowls
Playa Rewards members, stop by Playa Bowls on September 29, 2025, for BOGO 20 oz. Playola or Sweet Cream Cold Brew. Announced on Instagram.
Ruby Sunshine
From September 29 through October 5, 2025, Ruby Bennies loyalty members can enjoy a complimentary coffee of their choice at Ruby Sunshine: hot, NOLA-Style Iced or Creamy Vanilla Iced. The offer is redeemable once in-restaurant during the week, is exclusive to loyalty members and has no cash value. Locations in South End and Ballantyne. Sign up here.
Burger King
On September 29, 2025, Burger King is offering a free medium iced coffee with a minimum purchase of $1 — available all day. The giveaway is only available for Royal Perks members.
Bean Box
Bean Box is offering a free 12-oz. bag of coffee ($17+ value) with any purchase from Bean Box. Use code COFFEEDAY25 at checkout. September 25 to 29, 2025.
Verena Street Coffee
Verena Street Coffee is celebrating National Coffee Day with 25% off all coffee, live now through midnight September 29, 2025. Known for balanced, low-acid brews that deliver a silky, satisfying cup, it’s the perfect time to taste the difference. Seasonal favorite Pumpkin Smasher is also available for a limited time.
Fresh Roasted Coffee
Fresh Roasted Coffee is offering 25% off all coffees from September 26 to October 1, 2025. Use promo code COFFEEDAY.
Atlas Coffee Club
On September 29, 2025, get your first bag of coffee free with your Atlas Coffee Club subscription.
Deals on the way?
We will be adding more deals as they’re announced. Last year (2024) there were deals with the following businesses, so we’ll be looking for similar deals:
- Brakeman’s Coffee
- Copain Bakery & Provisions
- Panera Bread
- Peet’s
Online Deals for Coffee Makers, including Keurig
Many coffee machines are on sale right now on Amazon. Here are a few! The deals might end at any time.
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- FITS ANYWHERE: Less than 5 inches wide, perfect for small spaces.Filter type:Reusable.Temperature Control : No. Froths Milk : No..Display Screen : No, Digital Clock : No.
- YOUR PERFECT AMOUNT: Brew any cup size between 6-12oz with Keurig K-Cup pods.
- ONE CUP RESERVOIR: Just add fresh water for each brew.
- ADJUSTABLE CARAFE TEMP: Our Cuisinart 14-Cup* Coffee Maker with adjustable carafe temp feature adjusts the warming plate temperature to Low, Medium, or High to keep freshly brewed coffee at the…
- BREW STRENGTH CONTROL: This coffee maker customizes your brew to perfection with regular or bold settings, catering to your unique taste preferences every time.
- FULLY AUTOMATIC COFFEE MAKER: The coffee machine offers convenience with 24-hour programmability, 1-4 cup settings, auto-off (0-4 hours), and an optional ready alert tone.
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX: One water filter handle, and one filter to help ensure your beverages taste their absolute best.Filter type:Reusable.Temperature: Adjust the brew temperature between 187° and…
- BREWS MULTIPLE CUP SIZES: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12oz Enjoy the most popular cup sizes.
- STRONG BREW BUTTON: Increases the strength and bold taste of your coffee’s flavor.
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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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Sharon M Welling says
Good to know about National Coffee Day and International Coffee Day!
I do LOVE to celebrate coffee!