National Coffee Day is Sunday, September 29, 2024. (International Coffee Day follows soon after, on October 1, 2024!)
Every year, several businesses offer free coffee, or special coffee deals. We are listing a whole bunch of coffee deals below. Also, if you’d prefer to brew coffee at home, jump down to these online deals on a wide variety of coffee makers.
We have a big day-by-day list of food, drink and restaurant deals in the Charlotte area, so if you’re feeling hungry, check it out! We update it every day.
We will be updating this post with even more deals as they’re announced.
National Coffee Day Deals for 2024
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
Bitty & Beau is celebrating on Sunday, September 29, 2024, by offering a FREE 12-oz. coffee all day when you purchase a bag of coffee. They announced this on their Facebook page. Locally, Bitty & Beau’s is at 1930 Camden Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Brakeman’s Coffee
Brakeman’s Coffee, at 225 N Trade Street, Matthews, NC, is closed on Sundays, but they’ll be celebrating National Coffee Day on Monday, September 30, 2024, with $1 drip coffee any size (plus tax.)
Circle K
Participating Circle K locations are offering customers FREE medium hot or iced coffee from September 26 to October 2, 2024. More than 7,000 store are participating. The freebie is redeemable via the Circle K app only. Limit one free coffee per customer.
Caribou Coffee
On Sunday, September 29, 2024, guests can enjoy a FREE medium cold press or hot coffee of the day with the purchase of another beverage or 16-oz. bag of coffee beans. Then the following day, Caribou kicks off Caribou Perks Appreciation Week. These rewards are for Caribou Perks members:
- Monday, Sept. 30 – Receive a large drink for the price of a medium.
- Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Enjoy a free beverage customization or espresso shot.
- Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Buy one handcrafted beverage, get one for 50% off.
- Thursday, Oct. 3 – Take 20% off food.
- Friday, Oct. 4 – Earn double points on your order.
Complete details in the press release.
Copain Bakery & Provisions
Copain Bakery & Provisions, at 6601 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina, is offering FREE drip coffee with any purchase. They’ll be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
Duck Donuts
Duck Donuts is offering a FREE medium hot coffee or code brew with any purchase in-store or online on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Guests ordering online can use the code COFFEEDAY24 to receive the offer. Delivery excluded. More info in the press release.
Dunkin’
On September 29th, 2024, DD Perks members can get a FREE medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase at participating Dunkin’ locations. You’ll need to be a Dunkin’ Rewards member to get the freebie.
The Giddy Goat Coffee Roasters
The Giddy Goat, at 1217 The Plaza, Charlotte, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that is offering three deals on Sunday, September 29, 2024:
- $1 drip coffee if you bring any tumbler
- Free drip coffee with their Giddy Goat Green Tumbler
- 20% off any bag of coffee beans
- $10 espresso martini at their new downstairs bar, starting at 9 a.m.
Krispy Kreme
On September 29, 2024, Krispy Kreme is celebrating National Coffee Day by offering a FREE hot or iced coffee with any purchase. Get the deal in-store, or order online for pickup using promo code COFFEE. Participating locations only. In addition, guests can pick up a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just $2 when they purchase any dozen. For this one, if you order online, use the promo code BOGO.
Panera Bread
Panera Bread’s Unlimited Sip Club members receive coffee, tea and fountain drinks for free all year. If you join by October 31, 2024, you’ll get three months for FREE. New members only. The regular price is $14.99 a month or $119.99 a year, so set an alert to cancel (or consider canceling) before the three months is up!
Peet’s
Peet’s is offering some special deals. Some deals are in coffee bars, but there aren’t any (that we know of in the Carolinas.) However, from September 23 to 29, 2024, get 25% off select items at peets.com, including Peet’s Coffee beans, K-cups, capsules and Ultra Coffee, with promo code NCD2024.
Pilot and Flying J
Pilot and Flying J are celebrating National Coffee Day with a FREE any-size hot or iced coffee all day on September 29, 2024. Available through the myRewards Plus app at participating Pilot and Flying J travel centers. They’ve recently launched their fall flavors, including Bourbon Pecan hot coffee, Cinnamon Roll cold brew and Cinnabon Pumpkin Spice cappuccino.
Playa Bowls
On Sept. 29, 2024, sip on a FREE Pumpkin Sweet Cream Cold Brew (16-oz.) with the purchase of an Apple Turn Up or Jack O Lantern Acai Bowl.
The deal is available only for Playa Rewards members. Members can get the deal in-shop or online via Playa Bowls’ site or app. Playa Bowls has a location in Mooresville, North Carolina. Find more locations.
The Salty Donut
The Salty Donut, at 1515 S Tryon Street, #105, Charlotte, NC, is offering 50% off all Batch Brew and Cold Brew when ordering from their website and using the code COFFEEWEEK. They are also offering a bundle deal on Fruity Pebble Cold Foam Cold Brew and Mini Fruity Pebble Crunch Donut. Announced on Facebook.
Scooter’s Coffee
Scooter’s Coffee is giving away FREE Iced or Hot Brewed Coffee, any size, on September 29 and 30, 2024, when ordered ahead or scanned with the app. Hot or cold, large or small!
Plus, the first 25 customers at every Scooter’s Coffee locations will snag a FREE, limited-edition Scooter’s Coffee mug. These exclusive mugs aren’t for sale, and once they’re gone, they’re gone for good. Find Scooter’s locations here.
Starbucks
Starbucks Rewards Members get 25% off their Starbucks order of $20+ on Uber Eats from September 23 to 29, 2024. The max discount is $6. Taxes and fees apply.
Online Deals for Coffee Makers, including Keurig
Many coffee machines are on sale right now on Amazon. Here are a few! The deals might end at any time.
- FITS ANYWHERE: Less than 5 inches wide, perfect for small spaces.Filter type:Reusable.Temperature Control : No. Froths Milk : No..Display Screen : No, Digital Clock : No.
- Enjoy Hotter Coffee: Utilize expert coffee-making technology to ensure your coffee temperature is perfect, delivering a delightful taste experience without compromising flavor or quality.
- L’OR BARISTA BUNDLE: Contains L’OR BARISTA Coffee and Espresso System Matte Black with L’OR Milk Frother & Steamer
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX: One water filter handle, and one filter to help ensure your beverages taste their absolute best.Filter type:Reusable.Temperature: Adjust the brew temperature between 187° and…
Atlas Coffee Club
Atlas Coffee Club, a coffee of the month club, is celebrating National Coffee Day by offering new members their first bag of coffee free. You’ll have to pay for shipping.
More Coffee Day Deals
In previous years, there were freebies or deals at:
- Cuplux
- Smoothie King
- Sheetz
- Wendy’s
We’ll be keeping an eye on them to see if they make any announcements for National Coffee Day 2024.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
Deals offered by national chains are usually "participating locations only." We can't generally verify participation with a particular location, so we encourage you to contact the location to make sure. In addition, limited time offers can end without warning. Deals may not be available when you order from a 3rd party delivery service.
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Sharon M Welling says
Good to know about National Coffee Day and International Coffee Day!
I do LOVE to celebrate coffee!