National Bacon Day in 2019 fell on Monday, December 30, prompting a variety of promotional offers from restaurants, grocery stores, and butchers across the United States. These deals provided consumers with opportunities to purchase bacon-related products at discounted prices or acquire specific menu items featuring bacon at reduced costs. The offers ranged from grocery store meat specials to limited-time menu items at fast-food chains, with specific redemption requirements such as purchasing other items or downloading mobile applications. While some promotions were available nationwide, others were region-specific or limited to participating locations. This article details the verified offers available during that period, focusing on the specific terms, eligibility requirements, and availability dates provided by the participating brands.
National Bacon Day Retail and Grocery Offers
Leading up to National Bacon Day on December 30, 2019, several retailers offered significant discounts on bacon products. These promotions were designed to allow consumers to stock up for holiday gatherings or personal consumption.
Food Lion Smithfield Bacon Promotion Food Lion, a grocery chain operating in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, offered a specific discount on Smithfield bacon. According to the source material, from Friday, December 27 through Sunday, December 29, 2019, customers could purchase 16 ounces of Smithfield bacon for $2.99. This promotion was available at participating Food Lion locations in the specified regions. The offer was valid for three days leading up to National Bacon Day, allowing for preparation before the actual holiday.
S&P Artisan Butcher Shop Specialty Bacon S&P Artisan Butcher Shop, located in Pennsylvania, offered a variety of specialty bacon products for the weekend preceding National Bacon Day. The shop featured House Bacon, Pepper Bacon, Hot Pepper Bacon, Honey Garlic Bacon, Bourbon & Brown Sugar Bacon, and Beef Bacon. These items became available on Thursday, December 26, 2019, and were sold until supplies ran out. The availability was contingent on inventory, with the shop advising customers to visit as soon as possible to secure their preferred varieties.
Fast-Food Chain Promotions and Mobile App Requirements
Several fast-food chains utilized National Bacon Day to promote specific menu items containing bacon, often requiring customers to use mobile applications or rewards accounts to access the best deals.
Wendy’s 1-Cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger Wendy’s offered a notable promotion for National Bacon Day in 2019: a 1-cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger. This deal required specific steps to redeem. Customers were required to download the Wendy's app or create a rewards account on the company website. Once logged in, users had to click the "Reward Store" button, select the 1-cent deal, and add it to their cart. The Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger would then be added to the order for one cent, provided the customer was a rewards account member. This offer was part of a limited-time promotion that extended through January 2, 2020.
Sonic Drive-In Steakhouse Bacon Cheeseburger Sonic Drive-In promoted a bundle deal for National Bacon Day. The chain offered its new Steakhouse Bacon Cheeseburger paired with medium tots for $4.99. This deal was available for a limited time at participating locations. The promotion focused on the new menu item, combining it with a popular side dish at a set price point.
Wendy’s Giant Junior Bacon Cheeseburger and Meal Deal In addition to the 1-cent offer, Wendy’s also highlighted its Giant Junior Bacon Cheeseburger (Giant JBC) as part of a signature $5 meal deal. This deal, available for a limited time at participating locations, included the Giant JBC, a four-piece chicken nugget, small fries, and a small drink for $5. The burger was also available a la carte for $3.49. Pricing and participation varied by location.
National Cheeseburger Day Overlap and Bacon Inclusion
While National Cheeseburger Day occurred earlier in the year on September 18, 2019, several of those deals included bacon cheeseburgers, which are relevant to consumers interested in bacon-themed promotions.
B.GOOD Cheeseburger Offer B.GOOD offered a free cheeseburger from September 16 to September 22, 2019. Customers could choose from three chef-inspired cheeseburgers: the Power Play, Mushroom & Swiss, or BBQ Bacon. To redeem, customers were required to download the B.GOOD app. The offer was valid at all 65 U.S. B.GOOD locations during the specified week.
BurgerFi Deal BurgerFi offered a $1 BurgerFi Cheeseburger with the purchase of a BurgerFi Cheeseburger on September 18, 2019. This BOGO-style deal allowed customers to get a second burger for a significantly reduced price.
Applebee’s Classic Bacon Cheeseburger Applebee’s offered a Classic Bacon Cheeseburger and endless fries for $6.99 on September 18, 2019. This deal was valid for dine-in only at participating locations. Details were available on the brand's Facebook page.
Super Snack Time Bacon In A Bag
Super Snack Time offered a free product promotion aligned with National Bacon Day. Through January 2, 2020, with any purchase at www.supersnacktime.com, the company gave away free Bacon In A Bag. This product is described as uncured bacon jerky mixed with sweet Sriracha. The offer required a purchase from the website to trigger the free item.
National Pancake Day and National Sandwich Day Context
The source material also provided context regarding other food holidays that occurred during the same general timeframe, though these are distinct from National