
National Coffee Day is Wednesday, September 29th, 2021.
Every year, several businesses offer free coffee, or special coffee deals.
We have a big day-by-day list of restaurant deals in the Triangle, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.
We will be updating this list with deals as they’re announced. Last year there were deals at:
- Krispy Kreme
- Duck Donuts
- Caribou Coffee
- High Brew Coffee
So we will be checking with all of the above to see if they’re participating this year. If you know of others, especially locally owned businesses, let me know and we’ll add them to the list.
National Coffee Day Deals for 2021
Dunkin’

On September 29th, 2021, DD Perks members can get a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase at any participating Dunkin’ location.The free medium hot or iced coffee includes Dunkin’s Original Blend or Dunkin’s Limited Batch Series coffees, 100% Guatemalan Hot Coffee or Dunkin’ Midnight Hot Coffee.
Summit Coffee
Summit Coffee is partnering with Oatly to give away 75 oat milk cappuccinos at least of its locations. In the Triangle, that means at 140 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. To get the free cappuccino, you must order through Summit Coffee’s app. This giveaway was announced on Facebook.
Circle K

Customers can text FREE to “31310” to receive a digital coupon for a free cup of coffee to redeem only on Wednesday, September 29, at participating Circle K stores.
Krispy Kreme

On September 29th, all customers at Krispy Kreme can get a free brewed coffee, and Rewards members can get a free brewed coffee and a free doughnut of their choice. And don’t forget that everyone who has been vaccinated for Covid can get a free Original Glazed doughnut any day this year.
7-Eleven

On September 29th, 2021, participating 7-Eleven stores are offering two special deals. 7Rewards loyalty members receive one free any-size hot coffee (including 7-Eleven’s new fall coffees) with the purchase of a baked good. And get a free extra large hot coffee with any purchase through 7-Eleven Delivery via the 7NOW app.
Pilot Flying J

On September 29th, 2021, at 600 participating U.S. Pilot and Flying J Travel Centers, get a free coffee. Choose from any size dispensed hot, iced, or cold brew Pilot coffee. The offer must be redeemed in the myRewards Plus app. No purchase required.
Panera Bread
On September 29th, 2021, Panera Bread is celebrating parents and caregivers. Just let Panera know at the cashier or drive-thru that you’re a parent or caregiver and you can enjoy free coffee all day. No purchase required.
Also, join Panera’s unlimited coffee subscription for just $9.99 per month. If you sign up between October 1 and December 31, the monthly fee will be waived through the end of the year. The offer is only available to new members.
Peet’s Coffee
Peet’s Coffee is offering 25% off freshly hand-roasted coffee beans, K-Cup Pods and espresso capsules at participating Peet’s coffeebars and on peets.com from September 25th to September 29th, 2021. There aren’t any Peet’s coffeebars in the Charlotte area, so you’re limited to online ordering.
Atlas Coffee Club
Get your first bag of coffee for free with Atlas Coffee Club. Just pay for shipping. Use code COFFEEDAY2021. Offer is good from September 29th to October 4th, 2021.
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.