The month of July 2025 presents a variety of freebies and promotional deals across the United States, ranging from food and beverage giveaways to retail discounts and event-based offers. These opportunities are available through loyalty programs, app-based rewards, holiday celebrations, and in-store events. The following guide details the specific offers, eligibility requirements, and redemption processes based on current information.
Food and Beverage Freebies
July is a significant month for food-centric holidays, including National Fried Chicken Day and National Ice Cream Day, which drive numerous promotional offers from national chains and local establishments.
National Ice Cream Day Offers
National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 20, 2025, prompting several brands to offer free or discounted treats.
- 16 Handles: Consumers can download the 16 Handles app and visit a participating location on July 20 to receive a free treat, with a value of up to $5.
- Van Leeuwen: On July 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET, Van Leeuwen is offering $3 scoops of its Honeycomb flavor at all scoop shops nationwide. This promotion celebrates the holiday and the flavor’s 10th anniversary. Additionally, the brand is running a contest for one lucky fan to win a prize pack containing a 3-gallon tub of Honeycomb ice cream, a Lovesac x Van Leeuwen Honeycomb CitySac, and a Material ice cream scooper.
- Yogurtland: On Sunday, July 20, Real Rewards members will earn 2x points on all in-store and online orders (excluding third-party delivery).
- Rainbow Cone: Customers can visit a Rainbow Cone store and join Rainbow Rewards to be automatically entered for a chance to win one free cone per week for a year. One winner will be selected from each Rainbow Cone location.
- Unilever: From July 17 to July 23, DoorDash DashPass members can purchase two Unilever ice cream products and save $5.
National Fried Chicken Day Offers
National Fried Chicken Day is observed on July 6, leading to specific deals on fried chicken products.
- KFC: KFC website and app users can get free delivery through July 6 in honor of the holiday.
- Jack in the Box: On July 6, Jack in the Box is offering a free Cluck Chicken Sandwich to customers who make a minimum order of $5.
- Jollibee: Through July 10, new Jollibee rewards members can receive two free pieces of Chickenjoy with every 10-piece bucket ordered.
- Pollo Campero: Loyalty members can get a free fried chicken leg or thigh with any meal purchase at participating locations on July 6. The offer cannot be combined with other deals. To redeem, customers must mention the discount in-store while ordering. For online or app orders, customers must be logged into their loyalty account.
- Shake Shack: Starting July 6, Shake Shack customers can receive a free Chicken Shack with any $10 purchase. This offer requires the code CHICKENSUNDAY in the chain’s app, on the website, or in-restaurant.
Fourth of July Food and Drink Deals
Restaurants and retailers offered various deals for the Fourth of July holiday in 2025.
- Krispy Kreme: Customers wearing red, white, and blue (the colors of the American flag) received a free Original Glazed doughnut at participating shops on July 4. There was a limit of one per customer.
- Baskin-Robbins: Rewards members received $2 off large frozen beverages and $5 off a Polar Pizza from July 1 through July 31.
- Huey Magoo's: On July 3, customers spending $10 or more received a free Electric Blue Lemonade.
- 7 Brew: On July 4, the drive-thru coffee chain offered a "Fill-a-Tray" deal, allowing customers to purchase four medium drinks for $16.
Retail and Apparel Discounts
While not always free products, significant discounts function as cost-saving opportunities for consumers. These offers are available through July 2025 at various retailers.
- Floats and Accessories: Shoppers can take 25% off all floats and accessories using the code FUN25 through July 7.
- Saks OFF 5th: Customers can save up to an extra 25% off select summer must-haves from favorite designers with the code JULY.
- CB2: The brand is offering sales up to 50% off across numerous home categories, including living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and offices.
- Uniqlo: Markdowns are available on tops, dresses, undergarments, and more through July 6.
- Macy’s: Shoppers can score up to 50% off sandals and undergarments, plus 70% off clearance items.
- Snow Peak: Up to 50% off spring and summer apparel essentials is available.
- Wayfair: The home store is offering up to 70% off.
- Bogg Bag: Select styles are currently 20% off.
- Ulta: The Big Summer Beauty sale features up to 40% off on brands like Neutrogena and Olaplex.
- Sephora: The "Major Summer Deals" event offers up to 50% off on select shampoo and conditioner.
- QVC: Customers can get free shipping on everything and score deals over 45% off across all categories.
App-Based and Digital Rewards
Digital platforms and loyalty apps remain a primary vehicle for distributing freebies and rewards.
- Chick-fil-A (Wizards Fans): Through the Chick-fil-A app, Washington Wizards fans can win free food during home games. If an opposing player misses two free throws in a row in the fourth quarter, fans win a free sandwich. The offer must be claimed the day after the game and redeemed within five days.
- MyPanera: Through November 16, MyPanera members can get a free bakery treat when placing a minimum order for delivery. Daily deals are also available for members during this period.
- SONIC App: Making any purchase through the SONIC App entitles the user to a free any-size Coca-Cola. Users can customize the drink with up to 11 flavor add-ins.
- Rita’s Italian Ice: Becoming a Rita’s Italian Ice loyalty member results in a free small ice, custard, or gelati after the first purchase.
In-Store and Event-Based Freebies
Physical events and store openings provide opportunities for free products and experiences.
- Uniqlo (Tysons Corner Center): Uniqlo’s grand reopening at Tysons Corner Center includes freebies each day from November 14 to November 19. These include free goodie bags and free breakfast for early shoppers, as well as free Japanese Taiko drum performances.
- Chicken Salad Chick (Herndon): The first 100 people in line for the grand opening of a new Chicken Salad Chick restaurant on Elden St. in Herndon will receive freebies on November 18. Giveaways with purchase will be available for early visitors from November 19 to November 22.
- Corner Bakery: On November 15, for National Bundt Cake Day, customers can buy one Baby Bundt or Bundt Bite and get one free at participating shops, while supplies last.
- Bass Pro Shops: Free photos with Santa are available through Christmas Eve. Reserving a spot in advance is recommended.
- DoubleTree by Hilton: On National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (Monday), DoubleTree by Hilton gives away free cookies. You do not have to be a hotel guest to receive one.
- Williams Sonoma: Stores are hosting free Thanksgiving cooking classes on specific dates in November. Customers must find their local store and sign up to participate.
Seasonal and Holiday Freebies
Various holidays throughout the year trigger specific free entry days or promotional offers.
- National Parks: All National Parks are free to enter on Monday (July 4, 2025) to celebrate the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act.
- Veterans Day: National Park Service sites that normally charge admission are free to enter on Veterans Day (Tuesday).
- Virginia Sales Tax Holiday: From Friday through Sunday (dates corresponding to back-to-school and hurricane preparedness seasons), Virginia offers a sales tax holiday. Consumers can buy school supplies, clothes, shoes, portable generators, and chainsaws without paying sales tax.
Local and Regional Events (Washington D.C. Area)
The provided data highlights several free events and offers specifically in the Washington D.C. region.
- National Harbor: The 60-foot-tall holiday tree has been lit. Nightly light and sound shows occur every half hour from sunset until 9 p.m. through December 27. Fireworks shows occur on Saturday nights.
- National Air and Space Museum: Five new galleries are open on the National Mall. Admission is free.
- Events DC Community Cooldown: Events DC hosts ice cream socials with free ice cream and a live DJ. One event is held at the Everyday Sundae ice cream shop in Northwest.
- Shark Bites and Brews: A free event on Transit Pier at the Wharf in D.C. features a mechanical shark ride, live music, games, and a doughnut eating contest.
- Whitlow’s on U Street: This venue is hosting a free-to-get-in Christmas in July bash on July 25.
Conclusion
July 2025 offers a diverse array of freebies and discounts for U.S. consumers. The most prominent opportunities center around National Ice Cream Day and National Fried Chicken Day, with brands like 16 Handles, Van Leeuwen, Shake Shack, and KFC offering specific promotions. Retail discounts are widespread across home goods, apparel, and beauty products. Additionally, digital loyalty programs (such as MyPanera, Chick-fil-A, and SONIC) continue to provide consistent value through app-based rewards. Consumers interested in specific regional events, particularly in the D.C. area, have access to free cultural events, museum admissions, and food giveaways. To maximize savings, consumers should monitor app notifications and sign up for loyalty programs prior to the relevant promotional dates.