Dunkin’ and Krispy Kreme offer free treats for National Donut Day
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Friday is National Donut Day, and Krispy Kreme and Dunkin’ are celebrating with yummy deals.
Dunkin’ is offering a free donut with every beverage purchase.
“No one loves donuts and coffee more than Dunkin’ and our amazing customers,” said Beth Turenne, VP of category management at Dunkin’. “National Donut Day is a special day for us because it’s all about celebrating that love and obsession. Plus, we get to share that joy by giving away millions of free donuts.”
Krispy Kreme is offering a free donut; no purchase is necessary. However, limited-time special donuts are excluded, according to the company’s website.
“Krispy Kreme fans look forward to National Donut Day every year, and this year, they can get their favorite for free!” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer. “It’s a sweet day all around. We can’t wait to thank everyone for their love of Krispy Kreme doughnuts.”
Krispy Kreme is also offering a $2 BOGO sale: Buy a dozen donut and get a second dozen for $2.
List of donuts at Dunkin’:
Old Fashioned
Blueberry Cake
Boston Kreme
Butternut
Chocolate Frosted with sprinkles
Chocolate Glazed
Chocolate Kreme
French Cruller
Glazed
Jelly
Vanilla Kreme
Strawberry Frosted with sprinkles
List of donuts at Krispy Kreme:
Original Glazed
Chocolate Iced Glazed
Chocolate Iced Glazed with sprinkles
Glazed Raspberry Filled
Glazed Blueberry Cake
Strawberry Iced
Glazed Lemon Filled
Chocolate Iced Custard
Chocolate Iced
The first National Donut Day was celebrated in Chicago in 1938. The Salvation Army created the holiday as a fundraiser to help those in need during the Great Depression, according to their website. The original donut recipe that started it all can be found here.
Matthew Euzarraga is a multimedia journalist from El Paso, Texas. He has covered local news and LGBTQIA topics in the New York City Metro area since 2021. He joined the PIX11 Digital team in 2023. You can see more of his work here.
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