St. Patrick’s Day Deals and Freebies: No Luck Needed for Savings

St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday steeped in history and tradition, is just around the corner. Celebrated annually on March 17th, it commemorates the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who passed away in the fifth century. According to the History Channel, St. Patrick’s life was marked by significant events, including being kidnapped from Roman Britain at the age of 16 and enslaved in Ireland. He eventually escaped, returned to Ireland, and is credited with introducing Christianity to the Irish people.

For over a millennium, the Irish have observed St. Patrick’s Day as a religious holiday. Historically, it fell during Lent, a period of Christian observance, prompting families to attend church in the morning before indulging in afternoon celebrations. The restrictions on consuming meat during Lent were temporarily lifted, allowing people to partake in traditional meals, dancing, and drinking. Irish bacon and cabbage were often the centerpiece of these festive gatherings.

This year, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Monday, presenting a perfect opportunity to kick off the week with some festive cheer. And if you’re looking to save some money while celebrating, you won’t need the luck of the Irish. Several restaurants and retailers are offering deals, freebies, and specials to help you celebrate without breaking the bank.

Doughnut Delights at Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme is spreading the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a sweet deal for customers who wear green to their shops from March 15th to 17th. Whether you visit in-store or use the drive-thru, you’ll receive one free Original Glazed Doughnut, no purchase necessary. These iconic doughnuts will be specially dyed green for the occasion, adding a festive touch to your treat.

But the generosity doesn’t stop there. Krispy Kreme is also giving away "Pot of Gold Passes" to thousands of lucky customers nationwide on March 17th. Each pass is worth free Original Glazed doughnuts for an entire year – one dozen per month from April 2025 through March 2026. Imagine enjoying the taste of Krispy Kreme’s signature doughnuts every month for a year!

Adding to the excitement, Krispy Kreme has unveiled a limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day doughnut collection featuring four brand new festive flavors. These themed doughnuts are sure to add a touch of whimsy to your holiday celebrations. According to Dave Skena, Chief Growth Officer for Krispy Kreme, "If you’re planning any holiday shenanigans – and you should – our St. Patrick’s Day Collection will make them more festive and fun. When you share doughnuts, you’ll make your own luck. No leprechaun required."

Burger King’s Royal Perks and Fries Extravaganza

Burger King is also getting into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a special offer for its Royal Perks members. On March 17th, members can enjoy free onion rings of any size with a purchase of $1 or more. It’s a great way to add a savory snack to your meal while saving some money.

Additionally, Burger King is running a "Combo Combinations" promotion that allows customers to upgrade the sides of select combo meals with Chicken Fries, Mozzarella Fries, or Churro Fries for free. This offer is valid until April 11th, giving you plenty of time to try out the different fry options and customize your meal.

Dairy Queen’s Mint Oreo Blizzard and Free Cone Day

Dairy Queen is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a cool and refreshing treat. The Mint Oreo Blizzard Treat combines Oreo cookie pieces and a cool mint topping blended with DQ’s soft serve, creating a delicious and festive dessert. It’s the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while embracing the holiday spirit.

Looking ahead, Dairy Queen is also preparing for its annual Free Cone Day, which will take place on March 20th, the first day of spring. As the company states, "As spring blooms appear and longer, sunnier days lie ahead, Dairy Queen is starting off the season sweeter than ever." The free cone offer is limited to one cone per person while supplies last, so be sure to mark your calendars and head to your local Dairy Queen on March 20th.

Panera’s Pot of Gold Bread Bowls and Mac & Cheese Deals

Panera is adding a touch of green to its menu with the introduction of Pot of Gold Bread Bowls in select markets. These special Bread Bowls, available on March 16th and 17th in limited quantities, will be offered in cities like St. Louis, Boston, New York City, and Chicago.

For Panera fans across the country, there’s also the Panera Pot of Gold Sweepstakes. By texting "LUCKY" to #31261 between March 16th and 21st, you can enter for a chance to win free Panera Mac & Cheese for a year. Imagine enjoying Panera’s creamy and delicious Mac & Cheese every day for an entire year!

MyPanera members can also take advantage of a special deal on March 16th and 17th, receiving $2 off any size Mac & Cheese. It’s a great way to enjoy a comforting and satisfying meal while saving some money.

Pizza, Desserts, and Slider Savings

Marco’s Pizza is offering a large 2-topping pizza for $8.99 on March 17th when you use the code "GETFLAVOR". It’s a great deal for a family dinner or a St. Patrick’s Day pizza party.

Crumbl is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day from March 17th to 22nd by offering six full-size desserts for the price of four. It’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorite cookies or try some new flavors. Additionally, Crumbl is introducing a new Chocolate Mint Cake to its rotating menu, featuring layers of chocolate cake, ganache, mint cream cheese frosting, and Andes Créme De Menthe Candy Pieces.

White Castle customers can get $2 off any 10 Sack of Sliders from March 14th to 17th using the code "10SACK". This offer can be combined with an existing Cheesy 10 Sack promotion where available, making it an even sweeter deal.

More Irish-Inspired Eats and Treats

McAlister’s Deli has added two limited-time items to its menu in honor of the Irish holiday, available nationwide from March 12th to 26th. McAlister’s Rewards Members can earn 2x points with the purchase of either of these items, or a Reuben Sandwich, from March 12th to 17th.

Arby’s is offering a free Corned Beef Reuben sandwich with any $15 minimum purchase through Sunday. They also have an exclusive “Eat Me I’m Arby’s Reuben” T-shirt on the online shop for $25.

Baskin-Robbins is having BOGO 50% off sundaes from March 16th to March 31st, offering special green scoops like Pistachio Almond, Mint Chocolate Chip and Wild ‘n Reckless at participating locations. Milkshakes are special priced at $5 for a small, $6 for a medium and $7 for a large. Also available, a St. Patrick’s Day Cake, decorated with a rainbow, pot of gold and sprinkles.

Biggby Coffee is offering 50% off any Irish Cream beverage or Mint Chip Creme Freeze at participating locations.

Salad and Go has a free avocado upgrade on your breakfast burrito or bowl on Monday and through the month of March when using code FREEAVO.

Slim Chickens is offering 17% off your order of $17 or more on St. Patrick’s Day. Offer good online only with code LUCKYME at participating locations.

Wings and Rings is offering free delivery on St. Patrick’s Day on orders of $30 or more through the Wings and Rings website or app when using code BRINGIT.

With so many deals and freebies available, you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day without relying on luck. Take advantage of these offers and enjoy a festive and budget-friendly holiday.