As a child, I remember being so excited to go to our local restaurant each year for my birthday because I knew that the owners Bill and Eva were going to bring me a cheeseburger, french fries and ALL the ketchup I wanted. The best part, it was FREE! We didn't have cell phones and apps were something you filled out when you were trying to get a job. Yes, it was a few years ago!
The process may have changed Winston-Salem, but I have researched some of our Local and National businesses that still offer freebies for the kiddos on their birthday. I was amazed at the birthday offers and will share them with you now Winston-Salem. On a side note, as the parent, you will need to register the birthday kids—and oftentimes yourself, too, before adding your children as family members. Sign up now, and the coupons and emails will start rolling in while you are busy planning their big birthday party.
I realize that Covid has change the way we do things so always call ahead to be sure the businesses are still honoring their offer. Keep an eye out for our Macaroni Kid Winston-Salem Birthday Planning guide coming soon.
Anyone over the age of 13 can sign up for the email list and get a coupon for a free shake and free small fry sent on their birthday week.
The restaurant offers a freebie for the birthday kid. Because the chain operates as a franchise, the freebie varies from location to location. Expect to nab a free appetizer, entree, or (most likely) dessert. This offer is good for the adults too so Mom and Dad don’t forget to sign up too.
Are you ready to go to the movies again? AMC Stubs members can get a free popcorn and drink during their birthday month.
Sign up today with Au Bon Pains' eClub to receive a coupon for a FREE travel mug which offers you discounts for having it. The birthday coupon is valid 14 days for a FREE Sandwich or Speciality Salad.
With a smartphone your kids can take advantage of contactless ordering and redeem their free pretzel offer for their birthday month by signing up with the Pretzel Perks rewards program.
This one's not just for kids. Moms and Dads also receive free ice cream coupons on their birthdays. An adult must register and then add additional family members.
Sign up for the BJ's Restaurants email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Pizookie Dessert.
Kids and adults get a free birthday dessert (when purchasing a meal) after signing up for the VIP Club.
Sign up for the Bojangles' email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Bo-Berry Biscuit®
Blazin' Reward members get free wings during their birthday month—we suggest getting something milder for the kids.
If you sign up for Chuck E. Cheese's reward program, you'll receive an email on your child's birthday with coupons for free tokens or game play time, plus other special offers throughout the year.
Join the CVS Beauty Club for $3 in ExtraBucks on your birthday (for anyone with an email address).
Download the Chick-fil-A app to get this reward for your birthday a FREE Chocolate Chunk Cookie. You must add your birthdate to your profile after downloading the app.
Download the CiCi's Pizza app to get this reward for your birthday a FREE Adult Buffet. Must add birthday to your profile after registering app.
Sign up for the Cinnabon email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE 16 oz Cold Brew Drink.
Culver's allows customers to sign up multiple birthdays so that every family member can get a free one-scoop sundae on their birthday.
Sign up for the Carrabba's email list and get a birthday coupon for A FREE Appetizer or Dessert.
Anyone with an email address can sign up for My Chili's Rewards for a free dessert on their birthday and free chips and salsa on any visit.
Get a free surprise on your birthday for being a Chipotle rewards member.
When you join Cold Stone Creamery's eClub, you get a buy one creation, get one creation free birthday coupon. Coupon valid 7 days before your birthday and 7 days after your birthday.
Sign up for the Dave & Buster's email list and get a birthday coupon for $10 FREE Game Play with purchase of $10 in Game Play.
Sign up for the Dippin' Dots email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Small Cup of Dippin' Dots.
We know it's tradition to have cake on your birthday, but you can also get a free Blizzard for your birthday when you join the Blizzard Fan Club.
It's time to eat the donuts. Kids 13 and up can get a free beverage on their birthday for registering with the rewards program.
Denny's Rewards members get "a delicious birthday gift" when they sign up to be a member. Free drinks and kids eat free rewards also apply throughout the year.
Sign up for the Einstein Bros email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Egg Sandwich with drink purchase.
Maybe you're like me and try to buy practical when it comes to gift giving. Anyone with an email address can sign up for Famous Footwears' rewards program to get a $5 off coupon for new kicks for their birthday.
Join the Firebirds Inner Circle and get a birthday coupon for $10 OFF your check.
Sign up for the Firehouse Subs email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Medium Sub.
Sign up for the First Watch email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Entree.
Golden Corral
Sign up as a member of Golden Corral's "Gold Club" and the birthday gifts is a FREE adult buffet with the purchase of any one full priced adult buffet. You’ll have 14 days to use Golden Corral’s birthday coupon.
Download the Genghis Grill app to get this reward for your birthday a FREE Dessert or Appetizer.
Sign up for the Habit Burger Grill email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Charburger with Cheese.
Sign up for the Hungry Howie's Pizza email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Medium 1 Topping Pizza with $5 minimum purchase.
Sign up for the Jason's Deli email list and get a birthday coupon for $5 OFF any item.
What kid (or adult) doesn't love free pancakes? Kids 13 and up can register for the rewards program and get free pancakes on their birthday.
No minimum purchase required here! Celebrate your big day with a free regular Jersey Mike’s sub AND a free 22 oz. fountain drink. The only hitch: the offer is only valid on your birthday and you’ll need to present photo ID when redeeming the coupon to claim your reward.
The Kohl's "Yes2You" free rewards program comes with a free birthday gift. The gift comes via email and varies, but can be up to a free $10 Kohl's cash coupon.
Leave it to Krispy Kreme to change the game and be a leader in promoting wellness. No coupon or signup required.. A FREE Original Glazed donut per day with Covid vaccination card. Valid every day. No purchase required.
Sign up for the Ledo Pizza email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE 8" Cheese Pizza.
Sign up for the Longhorn Steakhouse email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Dessert with purchase of an entree.
Sign up for Marco's Pizza email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Medium One topping Pizza.
Sign up for the Mellow Mushroom email list and get a birthday coupon for a $5 OFF purchase of $25 or more.
At Moe’s Southwest Grill, your birthday wishes really do come true with a free entrée. Just purchase any drink to land the free entrée. Be ready to print your offer as soon as you open it– you’ll only be able to see it once! Your free entrée offer expires seven days after your birthday.
Sign up for the Nothing Bundt Cakes email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Bundtlet Cake.
Sign up to receive emails from Old Navy and add your kids (10 and under) to the birthday club. Kids receive a surprise—and so will you if you enter your birthday.
Kids 13 and up can sign up on the website and get a free dessert.
Pizza Hut
It's not free pizza, but it's still a sweet offer! Kids 13 and up can sign up for the rewards program on the website and get a coupon for free cinnamon sticks or breadsticks on their birthday.
Join the My Panera program for a free bakery item on your birthday.
Papa John's Pizza
Anyone of any age can become a Papa reward member and receive a coupon for a free dessert on their birthday (the coupon is valid for two weeks after the birthday date).
Sign up for the Qdoba email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Cookie.
Add your kids ages 17 and under to your Red Robin Royalty account to receive a free gourmet burger on their birthday. You get one on yours, too!
Mom and Dad, when you join the rewards program they let you earn freebies for every dollar you spend, plus free birthday surprises. Winning combo if you ask me!
When you become a member of the Slice Society, you can head out to your local mall food court for an XL Cheese slice on your birthday.
Steak 'n Shake
Anyone with an email address can sign up for the Steak 'n Shake Rewards Club, which earns them a free surprise on their birthday. Surprises may vary by location as Steak 'n Shake restaurants are franchises.
This one you will have to download their app for.Once you do though, you will receive an offer for ANY food item or drink in the store. You must use the coupon one day before or after your birthday though.
Download the Sonic Drive-In's app to get this reward for your birthday a FREE Small Classic Shake.
Download the Subway app to get this reward for your birthday a FREE Cookie.
Download the Taco Bell app to get this reward for your birthday and receive a regular Mountain Dew Baja Blast Freeze.
Sign up for the Texas Roadhouse email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Appetizer or Sidekick of Ribs with entree purchase.
Sign up for the TGI Fridays email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Dessert.
Download the Tropical Smoothie Cafe app and get a FREE menu item of your choice for your birthday
Sign up for the Waffle House email list and get a birthday coupon for a FREE Classic Waffle.
Waldo’s step free up a notch. Kids beverages are FREE with the purchase of any meal at any time. For your child's birthday they offer one of their homemade baked fresh daily cookies.
Sign up for the Zaxby's email list and get a birthday coupon for A FREE Nibbler Sandwich.
There were many more businesses listed that offer freebies for the kiddos big day, you might have to search but they are there. I will keep this listed updated so be sure to check back. If you know of any specials I might have missed you can always drop me a line at mackidwinstonsalem@macaronikid.com If you are a local business owner and would like information on advertising you can reach me at
336-701-3593.
Jeffrey Willey Publisher of Macaroni Kid Winston Salem, NC
