Best Father’s Day deals and freebies 2026
On Father’s Day, many restaurants and retailers are offering discounts and freebies to make celebrating with Dad a little easier on the wallet.
Whether your dad is a steak guy or has a passion for Mexican or Italian food, you’ll be able to treat him right without worrying about your budget.
Father’s Day is a special day to enjoy time with the family.
Many Father’s Day deals are announced the week leading up to the Sunday, so check back for updated offers.
Most Father’s Day deals are only valid on June 21, 2026. However, some may be available through the entire weekend or month of June. Note the fine print before you make a purchase.
Also, all offers are only available at participating locations, so double-check to ensure your city or market is participating.
Here are Father’s Day deals for 2026:
Burger King
Enjoy a royal feast with Dad!
Burger King continues to offer its popular Duo and Trio meal deals.
Choose from a select menu of popular items, including a Whopper Jr., Original Chicken Sandwich, fries, drink and more — two (2) items for $5 or, for maximum savings, three (3) for $7.
Dairy Queen
From June 15 to 21, 2026, Dairy Queen is offering a medium DQ Sparkler or DQ Cooler for just 50 cents — for DQ Rewards members only.
Sweetest of all, DQ fans can redeem the offer once per day!
Chipotle
From June 15 to 21, 2026, Chipotle is offering a FREE topping or regular side (4-oz.) of Cilantro Lime Sauce with the purchase of any entrée — for Chipotle Rewards members only.
Plus, join Chipotle’s Summer of Extras to earn bonus points and FREE food. There’s still plenty of time to reach June’s milestone challenge!
Cicis Pizza
Celebrate Dad the day after Father’s Day!
Every Monday and Tuesday, Cicis Pizza is offering its popular all-you-can-eat-buffet for just $5.99 at participating locations — through June 30, 2026.
Jamba
On National Smoothie Day, June 21, 2026, Jamba is offering a Mango-A-Go-Go or Strawberry Whirl Smoothie (16-oz.) for just $1 at participating locations — from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lowe’s
If Dad loves grilling, stop by Lowe’s the day before Father’s Day on June 20, 2026 for a FREE grill spatula. No purchase necessary.
Get more details about the giveaway here.
Olive Garden
If you take Dad to Olive Garden, enjoy an extra take-home entrée for just $6.
Pick up enough for the whole family. Choose from Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti al Forno or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce.
Popeyes
Mix-and-match for the perfect Father’s Day feast at Popeyes!
Through Aug. 31, 2026, the popular chicken restaurant is offering its $5 Faves Menu with three pieces of signature chicken, three chicken strips, two sides or a chicken sandwich as affordable options. A family of four could feast for $25.
Plus, Popeyes is again offering its popular $6 Big Box with chicken, sides and a biscuit!
Potbelly
From June 19 to Aug. 2, 2026, Potbelly is offering a half-price shake after 2 p.m. on Friday and all day on Saturday & Sunday — for Potbelly Perks members only. The sweet deal requires an additional minimum purchase of $5.
7-Eleven
From May 11 to Aug. 25, 2026, Slurpee fans can sip on a large Slurpee for just $1 at 7-Eleven — Monday to Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The sweet deal is only available for 7Rewards members.
Subway
Make a Subway stop on Father’s Day!
From June 11 to Aug. 19, 2026, Subway customers can upgrade any meal to a “Moana Movie Meal Deal” for just $1 more to receive a collectible Moana cup and ticket to see the new movie.
Father’s Day gift card bonuses for 2026
Many restaurants are celebrating Dad by offering gift card bonuses and discounts. Buy the gift card as a treat for your father or use it to save when you take the family out to dinner to celebrate the holiday.
All of the offers are available through June 21, 2026. However, all bonus cards have date restrictions and/or limits, so review the fine print first before buying.
Applebee’s
Buy Dad a $50 gift card and the restaurant will throw in a $10 Bonus Card.
Benihana
Cut it up with Dad on Father’s Day. Receive a $10 Promotional Card, when you purchase $50 in gift cards or, for more value, get a $60 Promotional Card, when you purchase $200 in gift cards.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse
Buy Pops a $50 electronic gift card and get a $10 Bonus Card.
Chili’s
If Dad enjoys Tex-Mex and margaritas, buy him a $50 gift card online and get a $10 Bonus Card.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Need bagels for a Father’s Day brunch? All digital gift cards purchased online are 20% off.
IHOP
Enjoy a breakfast feast anytime of the day over Father’s Day weekend. Buy a $25 gift card and get a $5 Bonus Card.
Marco’s Pizza
Pizza fans can score 10% off e-gift cards.
Panda Express
Get an $8 Bonus Card with the purchase of a $30 gift card online.
Subway
Dads love a good sub sandwich. Enjoy FREE 6-inch sub with the purchase of a $25 gift card.
The Cheesecake Factory
Treat Dad to an extravagant lunch or dinner at The Cheesecake Factory. Purchase a $100 gift card and get a $20 Bonus eCard. You could even use the gift card to buy a cheesecake for a Father’s Day brunch or dinner at home.
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