As Halloween approaches in 2025, consumers across the United States are presented with a variety of limited-time offers, free products, and discounted services. The available information details specific food and beverage promotions from major restaurant chains, as well as seasonal events and mail-in offers. This guide outlines the verified deals, eligibility requirements, and redemption processes based on current data.
Restaurant and Food Promotions
Several national and regional restaurant chains have announced Halloween-themed deals for October 31 and the surrounding weekends. These offers range from free entrees and appetizers to buy-one-get-one (BOGO) specials.
Major Chain Offers
Burger King Burger King has launched a "Monster Menu" featuring limited-edition items inspired by classic monsters. Available at participating U.S. locations, the menu includes: * The Jack-O-Lantern Whopper served on an orange bun. * Vampire Nuggets shaped like fangs and bats. * Mummy Mozzarella Fries. * The Franken-Candy Sundae, topped with candy and syrup. The chain is also providing themed packaging, collectible crowns, and special-edition Halloween buckets.
Chipotle Chipotle is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its "Boorito" promotion. On Halloween, October 31, Chipotle rewards members who visit a restaurant from 3:00 p.m. until close and scan their rewards card at checkout will receive a $6 entrée offer.
Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme’s "Scary Sharies" promotion offers guests a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for $2 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price. This deal is valid during two weekends: October 17–19 and October 24–26.
Shake Shack Shake Shack is offering a BOGO deal on burgers. Customers can get a free Double ShackBurger with the purchase of one by using the code "SPOOKY" in the Shack app, at ShakeShack.com, or at in-store kiosks. Note that a separate source indicates this specific code was valid through October 11, while the Halloween-specific offer appears to be the BOGO Double ShackBurger.
Chipotle (Boorito) Returning for its 25th anniversary, Chipotle rewards members can receive a $6 entrée offer on Halloween, October 31, by scanning their rewards card at checkout between 3 p.m. and close.
Qdoba Qdoba Rewards Members can get a free entrée with the purchase of an entrée and drink on October 31. Gold Status Rewards Members may redeem this offer through November 1.
Whataburger Rewards Members can score buy one, get one free 9-piece WhataWings on Halloween when ordering online or scanning their app in-restaurant.
Outback Steakhouse On October 31, families dining in or ordering online can enjoy a free kids meal with the purchase of any adult entrée using the code "SpookyFree."
Moe's Southwest Grill From October 31 through November 1, customers can enjoy BOGO entrées at participating locations to celebrate both Halloween and Día de los Muertos.
Applebee's Applebee's offers a free Boneless Wings appetizer with any $40 or more online order on Halloween using the code "SCARY25."
Piada Italian Street Food On Halloween only, customers purchasing a regular entrée in-store can get a free kids meal by using the code "FREEKIDS."
Schlotzsky's New and existing Rewards Members can get $3 off "scary big sandwiches" all day on Halloween, both online and in stores at participating locations.
McAlister's Deli Rewards Members can receive two times the points on any purchase from October 27 through November 2 at participating locations.
Native Grill & Wings Free online delivery is available on orders of $30 or more placed on the website between October 31 and November 2.
Potbelly Potbelly has brought back "Kids Eat Free Weekends" for a limited time. After 3 p.m. on Fridays, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays, purchasing any entrée results in a free Kids Combo meal for those 12 and under.
City Barbeque Through November 2, City Barbeque customers can get pulled pork sandwiches delivered without a delivery charge by using the code "BOO" at checkout.
Smoothie King Customers wearing an avocado costume to Smoothie King on Halloween can receive a free Avocado Toast order.
Online and Delivery Offers
Gopuff Customers ordering $35 or more from October 30–31 can receive a free bag of mystery candy.
Mail-In and Receipt-Based Offers
Chex and PEANUTS Holiday Tin Consumers can receive a free Chex X PEANUTS Holiday Tin by purchasing three Chex products all at once by December 31 and sending in the receipt. The specific submission address or form is not detailed in the source data.
Seasonal Events and Community Freebies
Various community events are offering free admission, activities, and products during the spooky season.
PumpkinPalooza Scheduled for October 22 at Alethia Tanner Park in NoMa, this event will distribute free pumpkins (one per person) while supplies last. The event also features live entertainment, a petting zoo, a costume parade, and a free movie screening.
Centreville Day Taking place at Historic Centreville Park, this event includes a "trick or treat trail," a parade, a ghost tour, and vendors. Admission, parking, entertainment, and children’s rides are all free.
Sassy Woof Dog Trunk or Treat Sassy Woof in Sterling is hosting a free "Dog Trunk or Treat" event. Attendees are invited to dress up their dogs in costume for treats, toys, and photo ops. Free trick-or-treat bags will be provided to the first 200 visitors.
Yards in D.C. A free outdoor screening of Disney’s "Halloweentown" is scheduled for Friday at the Yards in D.C.
Smash Mouth Performance A free performance by the band Smash Mouth is scheduled for October 11 at Reston Town Center during Rocktoberfest at the Pavilion.
Digital Content and Non-Food Freebies
Digital Short Story A 7,000-word short story titled "Despair Has its Own Calms" is available for download. The story is set in an alternate universe version of the "Game Misconduct" world, featuring a vampire and a vampire hunter. To download, users must follow a provided link and enter the password "heartinhand23." Content warnings include violence, murder, and undernegotiated kink.
Tabletop Roleplaying Game (RPG) Previews * Mana Project Studio: Released a quickstart guide for "Ghost in the Shell," based on the cyberpunk manga and anime. This free download includes an introductory mission and character creation rules. It is based on the Forged in the Dark system and includes versions in French and Italian. * Shannon Appelcline: Offers a 16-page preview of "Designers & Dragons Origins," a series on the history of tabletop roleplaying. This preview features one chapter of the upcoming four-volume set tracking the history of Dungeons & Dragons. * Aces Games: Has released a new game system called "VHS: All Hallow’s Fright," which replicates pulp movies from the Golden Age of VHS Horror Boom (1980s to early 1990s).
General Consumer Advice
When participating in these offers, consumers should be aware of the following general guidelines derived from the source material: * Eligibility: Many restaurant offers require membership in the brand's rewards program (e.g., Chipotle, Qdoba, Whataburger). * Geographic Restrictions: Restaurant chains such as Burger King specify "participating U.S. locations," implying not all locations may honor the promotion. * Time Sensitivity: Most Halloween offers are strictly limited to October 31, while others are valid only on specific weekends or through early November. * Proof of Purchase: Mail-in offers like the Chex tin require physical proof of purchase (receipt) and adherence to a specific deadline (December 31). * Verification: For digital content requiring a password (e.g., the short story), the password is provided in the source but may be subject to change or expiration.
Conclusion
The 2025 spooky season offers a diverse range of freebies and deals, primarily focused on food and beverage promotions from major chains like Burger King, Chipotle, and Krispy Kreme. Additionally, consumers can access digital entertainment, such as RPG quickstarts and short stories, and participate in community events offering free pumpkins, movies, and pet activities. To maximize these opportunities, consumers should verify participation at specific locations, ensure they meet rewards program requirements, and adhere to strict expiration dates for both digital codes and physical receipt submissions.