Friday, June 5, 2026, is National Donut Day. And, of course you can celebrate with free donuts and some special donut deals.
Read on for some special offers from both national chains and local donut shops.
Also, check out this list of favorite donuts shops (with a map!) created by Charlotte on the Cheap readers!
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.
National Donut Day Deals for 2026
Dunkin’
Ahead of the big day, Dunkin’ is kicking off the week with a limited-time Dunkin’ tote bag giveaway – available with the purchase of a half dozen donuts or more on Monday, June 1, 2026, at participating Dunkin’ locations, while supplies last. Then on National Donut Day, June 5, 2026, guests can enjoy a free donut with any beverage purchase for the 16th year in a row. Announced in press release.
OMG Donuts
OMG Donuts is offering these freebies for National Donut Day:
Concord OMG Donuts: 10005 Weddington Road Ext, Concord, NC: Free donut for first 100 customers
Charlotte OMG Donuts: 6209 Old Post Road, Suite #107, Charlotte, NC: Free donut for first 75 customers
Your Mom’s Donuts
Your Mom’s Donuts will be giving away free donut holes with each purchase, while supplies last. No purchase required!
Locations:
- 4205 Park Road, Charlotte, NC
- 11025 Monroe Road, Matthews, NC
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is offering a free doughnut of their choice on June 5, 2026. No purchase necessary. (And this time it doesn’t have to be Original Glazed — it can be any variety.) In-shop and drive-thru only.
In addition, if you buy a dozen doughnuts you can get a dozen Original Glazed for $2. In-shop and drive-thru only.
See the details in the press release.
7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes
On June 5, 2026, 7-Eleven and Speedy Rewards members can get a classic glazed donut for just 50 cents at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations. Also, through June 23, loyalty members can buy a 7-Select Mini Donut pack for $1. More info in the press release.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Shipley Do-Nuts is celebrating National Donut Day with a whole month of Freebie Fridays! Every Friday in June, guests receive one free Classic Glazed Donut with any purchase. Order in person or order online with code DonutMonth26.
And Shipley Rewards members earn a limited edition hat after 4 qualifying visits. Announced in this press release.
Duck Donuts
At Duck Donuts, everyone gets a FREE classic donut — in-shop only — on June 5, 2026. No purchase required.
Other deals that day include:
- Get 6 for $6 classic half-dozen
- Get 6 for $8 party half-dozen
- Get a FREE rubber duck with the purchase of any dozen
The deal was announced on Instagram.
You’ll find Duck Donuts at 810 Brayden Parkway, Fort Mill, South Carolina. Find more locations here.
Sheetz
To celebrate National Donut Day, Sheetz will offer customers one free donut with any food or beverage purchase of $5 or more. This special offer will run from June 5-9.
This promotion, which applies to any flavored donut in the bakery case, is valid at all of Sheetz’s 830+ locations and can be redeemed by adding it under the OFFERZ tab on the Sheetz app. The offer is valid while the donuts are available and is limited to one per customer.
Paris Baguette
On June 5, 2026, at Paris Baguette, PB Rewards members receive a Sugar Mochi or Small Twisted Donut with any purchase.
The Salty
On June 5, 2026, from open until 12 p.m., get 50% off a coffee or tea with the purchase of a donut at The Salty. Check your location to see if it’s participating.
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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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