Pi Day, observed annually on March 14 (3/14), is a celebration of the mathematical constant pi (π). While the holiday originates from the numerical representation of 3.14, it has evolved into a significant date for the food and beverage industry. Numerous national chains and local establishments utilize the day to offer promotional pricing, discounts, and free items to customers. The following is a comprehensive overview of the specific Pi Day offers and events detailed in the provided source materials for the year 2025.
National Pizza and Restaurant Chains
Several large-scale restaurant chains have announced specific deals valid on March 14, 2025. These promotions generally involve reduced pricing on menu items such as pizza, flatbreads, and desserts, often referencing the $3.14 price point.
Blaze Pizza Blaze Pizza is offering a recurring promotion for Pi Day. The deal allows customers to purchase one 11-inch pizza and receive a second 11-inch pizza of equal or lesser value for $3.14. This offer is valid in-restaurant at participating locations and typically does not require a promo code. Additionally, customers who redeem this deal often receive a code via the Blaze Pizza app for a subsequent buy-one-get-one offer for $3.14, valid until the end of March. Some sources note an upcharge for specialty crusts.
Burger King Burger King offers a specific promotion for members of its Royal Perks app. Members can receive a free slice of Hershey Pie with any purchase of $3.14 or more. This deal is exclusive to app members and requires a minimum purchase threshold.
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) CPK is celebrating Pi Day over two days, March 13 and March 14, specifically for CPK Rewards members. Eligible members can purchase an Original BBQ Chicken, Pepperoni, or Traditional Cheese Pizza for $3.14, provided they make an additional purchase of $25 or more.
Cicis Pizza Cicis Pizza offers a "buy one, get one" style deal. Customers who purchase one medium or large one-topping pizza with an Original round crust can acquire a second pizza of the same size for $3.14.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria Grimaldi's is offering a lunch special on Pi Day. Customers can purchase giant slices for $3.14 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Papa John's Papa John's offers deals to Papa Rewards members throughout the week leading up to Pi Day. On March 14 specifically, members can buy a large or extra-large pizza at regular price and receive a second pizza of equal or lesser value for $3.14.
Marco's Pizza Marco's Pizza offers a medium 1-topping pizza for $3.14. To redeem this offer, customers must purchase another larger or extra-large menu-priced pizza and use the promo code "PIDAY."
7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes Participating locations of 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes will offer whole pizzas and quesadillas for $3.14 on Pi Day.
&Pizza &Pizza will sell its knots for $3.14 all day at all locations on March 14.
Bar Louie Bar Louie is offering flatbread pizzas for $8 to $9 during a specific window on Pi Day, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
BD’s Mongolian Grill At BD’s Mongolian Grill, customers can purchase apple pie rolls in-store for $3.14 on Pi Day.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse BJ's offers a deal for dine-in customers on March 14. Customers can get a second Pizookie for $3.14 with the purchase of a regularly priced Pizookie. This offer cannot be combined with the Pizookie Trio, Pizookie Party Platter, or the $13 Pizookie Meal Deal.
Local and Regional Offers
In addition to national chains, specific local businesses in various regions have announced Pi Day promotions.
Charlotte, North Carolina * Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop: Located in Birkdale Village, Huntersville, this shop is offering three four-inch pies for $14 on March 14, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. * PIE.ZAA: Located in Charlotte, this establishment is offering $3.14 cheese slices all day on March 14, 2025. The offer is limited to one per person and is valid for in-person orders only.
Triangle Area, North Carolina * Pi Day in the Park: A community-planned event in Durham Central Park starting at 4:00 p.m. on March 14, 2025. Participants can receive a free slice of pie. All pies are baked by community members, and there is an option to drop off a pie for the event.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania * Magpie Artisan Pies: This South Philadelphia bakery is offering a slice of butterscotch bourbon pie for $3.14 on Pi Day.
Minnesota * Pitfire Artisan Pizza: While primarily noted in 2017 data, the offer involved $3.14 gift cards for visitors who follow the chain on social media. A contest for the most digits of Pi recited offered free pizza for a year.
Historical and Travel Offers
Some sources reference past offers that provide context for the types of promotions available during Pi Day.
Bakers Square In a past year, Bakers Square restaurants topped their double crust fruit pies with mathematical Pi signs on March 13 and March 14 to celebrate the holiday, though they did not offer direct discounts.
The Charles Hotel In Boston, The Charles Hotel previously offered room rates at a 31.4% discount on March 14 for reservations made through April 30.
Conditions and Limitations
Consumers should be aware of specific conditions attached to these offers: * Participation: Many deals are valid only at participating locations. * Timing: Some deals are restricted to specific hours, such as the Bar Louie happy hour or the Grimaldi's lunch special. * Membership Requirements: Several offers, particularly those from Burger King and California Pizza Kitchen, require membership in the brand's rewards program or app. * Purchase Requirements: Some deals require the purchase of a full-priced item to trigger the discount (e.g., BJ's, Papa John's, Burger King). * Exclusions: Specific menu items or meal deals may be excluded from promotions, as noted by BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse.
Conclusion
Pi Day 2025 continues the tradition of offering consumers significant value on food items, particularly pizza and pies. The most prevalent deals involve purchasing a menu item and receiving a second item for $3.14, or purchasing specific items for a flat rate of $3.14. While national chains like Blaze Pizza and Burger King provide widespread availability, local bakeries and community events also contribute to the holiday's appeal. Consumers are advised to verify the specific terms, participation requirements, and expiration times of these offers directly with the participating locations or through official brand applications.