National Donut Day 2025: Americans Celebrate with Free Donuts and Sweet Deals Nationwide
Date: 06-jun-2025 | By: Nuztrend Team
From bustling city centers to quiet suburban neighborhoods, Americans are indulging their sweet tooth today, June 6, as the nation celebrates National Donut Day 2025. The annual food holiday, observed on the first Friday of June, is not only a treat for donut lovers but also a tribute to a heartwarming piece of history.
Free Donuts, Limited-Time Deals, and Community Events
Major chains including Krispy Kreme, Dunkin', and Tim Hortons are offering free donuts with no purchase or with select drink buys. Local bakeries and grocery stores have joined in with special discounts, themed boxes, and donut giveaways for early birds.
- Krispy Kreme: Free donut of your choice, no purchase necessary.
- Dunkin’: Free classic donut with any beverage purchase.
- Local bakeries: Offering specialty donuts and community giveaways.
The Story Behind National Donut Day
The roots of National Donut Day stretch back to World War I. Members of the Salvation Army, known as the "Donut Lassies", served fresh donuts to American troops on the front lines in France as a symbol of care and morale. The first official Donut Day was established in 1938 by the Salvation Army in Chicago as a way to honor these women and raise funds during the Great Depression.
Why It Still Matters
In addition to being a fun foodie celebration, National Donut Day continues to highlight acts of kindness and remembrance. Salvation Army chapters across the country are hosting events, fundraisers, and food drives to reflect the original spirit of the holiday.
This year, with inflation and cost-of-living challenges affecting many families, the simple gesture of offering a free donut serves as a reminder of how small comforts can have big impact.
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Celebrations Across the U.S.
From Los Angeles to New York, lines formed early outside donut shops as customers grabbed their free goodies and posed for social media photos using hashtags like #NationalDonutDay and #FreeDonutFriday. Some cities even hosted donut-eating contests, themed runs, and charity bake-offs.
According to the National Confectioners Association, Americans consume more than 10 billion donuts annually—proof that the beloved breakfast treat has firmly cemented its place in the country’s culinary culture.
Final Glaze
Whether you're indulging in a classic glazed ring or a gourmet maple-bacon donut, today is about more than just sugar. It's a chance to share joy, remember a slice of history, and maybe give back. And if you're reading this late—don’t worry. Some donut deals last through the weekend.
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