Birthday Freebies in 2025: 58 Places to Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday

29 Jan 2025

by Aimee Bray

Free food🍔 | Free drinks 🍾 | Free discounts 🛍️ | Free stuff 🎁

Cheers to you! Another year older and maybe, just maybe, a tad wiser. What better way to celebrate your birthday than with free food, drinks and discounts? We've rounded up the ultimate list of birthday freebies—from free Krispy Kreme doughnuts to discounts at top brands like Nike and Rituals. No hidden fees or tricks, just birthday treats!

Top tip: Concerned about spam emails? Create a dedicated email address for offers or set up a folder filter to keep everything organized. Now, let’s dive in!

Celebrate with Free Birthday Meals 🍔

Who doesn’t love free food? Here's how to score breakfast, lunch and dinner on your special day—with treats worth over £100!

Greggs: Free Sweet Treat

What you can get: A free sweet treat, including doughnuts, muffins, cookies and more.
How to claim: Download the Greggs Rewards app and complete your profile. Check the Rewards tab on your birthday to redeem your treat in-store.
Note: You have one month to use this reward after it's issued.
Value: ~£1

👉 See our Greggs discount codes

Krispy Kreme: Free Doughnut

What you can get: A free Original Glazed Doughnut.
How to claim: Download the Krispy Kreme Rewards app and enter your birthday. Check the app on your birthday to redeem your treat in-store.
Note: The offer is only available in Krispy Kreme stores, not supermarket kiosks.
Value: ~£2

👉 See our Krispy Kreme discount codes

Costa: Free Sweet Treat

What you can get: A free sweet treat like Costa cakes (gooey chocolate and salted caramel, millionaire's shortbread, rocky road), fruity flapjacks or doughnuts.
How to claim: Join the Costa Club, and they'll email you a birthday voucher.
Note: You have seven days from your birthday to redeem it.
Value: ~£3

👉 See our Costa discount codes

Subway: Free Cookie, Crisps or Six-Inch Sub

What you can get: A free birthday treat based on your membership level—either a cookie, a pack of crisps or a six-inch sub.
How to claim: Join Subway Rewards® and earn points on your orders. Your birthday reward will be available for 30 days.
Note: The higher your membership tier, the better the treat!
Value: Up to £3

👉 See our Subway discount codes

Lidl: Free Doughnut

What you can get: A free sweet treat, including doughnuts, muffins, cookies and more.
How to claim: Download the Lidl Plus app and wait for your voucher to arrive in the Coupons section of the app.
Note: You have seven days from your birthday to nab this reward, no minimum spend required.
Value: ~£1

👉 See our Lidl discount codes

Beefeater Grill: Free Main Meal

What you can get: A free main course when you purchase another main from the menu.
How to claim: Beefeater Rewards Club members will receive a birthday voucher via email. Simply show it on your phone or print it out.
Note: Beefeater is no longer accepting new members, so this one's only for existing Rewards Club members.
Value: Up to £15

👉 See our Beefeater discount codes

Barburrito: Free Burrito

What you can get: A free birthday burrito reward.
How to claim: Download the Barburrito Rewards app and spend at least £6 at Barburrito before your birthday. Your free burrito coupon will be added to your account on the 1st day of your birthday month.
Note: You have up to 31 days to use this voucher.
Value: ~£6.50

👉 See our Food & Drink discount codes

Table Table: Free Sweet Treat

What you can get: A free main meal at Table Table, Cookhouse + Pub or Whitbread Inns.
How to claim: Sign up for a Tasty Rewards card, and they'll email you before your birthday.
Note: Valid for one meal, and you'll have to remain opted in to receive marketing emails from Table Table.
Value: ~£15

👉 See our Table Table discount codes

Las Iguanas: Free Meal

What you can get: A free main meal.
How to claim: Sign up to the Las Iguanas mailing list to receive a birthday voucher.
Note: Sign up at least seven days before your birthday.
Value: ~£20

👉 See our Las Iguanas discount codes

Bella Italia: Free Meal

What you can get: £15 off the total bill when you spend at least £30.
How to claim: Sign up for Bella Italia's newsletter at least two weeks before your birthday to receive your voucher.
Note: Expires 21 days after you receive the email. You have to meet the minimum spend to qualify.
Value: ~£15

👉 See our Bella Italia discount codes

Shepherd Neame: Free Meal

What you can get: A free main meal.
How to claim: Join the Shepherd Neame Birthday Club by completing the form with your birthday details.
Note: Must be 18+; one main course must be purchased per group.
Value: ~£20

👉 See our restaurant discount codes

Lindt: Free Box of Milk Chocolates

What you can get: A free box of Lindt milk chocolates.
How to claim: Join MyLindt Rewards to receive a voucher for a box of chocolates on your birthday.
Note: Redeemable in-store or online; spend at least £10 online to qualify.
Value: ~£2

👉 See our Lindt discount codes

Chopstix: Free Small Noodles

What you can get: A free small box of noodles, with your choice of base and topping.
How to claim: Download the Chopstix app and add your birthday.
Note: Redeemable on your birthday or within seven days after, with valid ID.
Value: ~£6

👉 See our Food & Drink discount codes

Harvester: Free Meal

What you can get: A free adult main meal.
How to claim: Register your birthday on the Harvester website or app to receive your voucher.
Note: Register at least two weeks before your birthday. Kids eat for just £1 when you redeem this offer.
Value: ~£20

👉 See our Harvester discount codes

YO! Sushi: One-Third Off

What you can get: 33% off your bill.
How to claim: Register your birthday with Yo! Sushi’s Birthday Club, and you’ll receive a voucher on your big day.
Note: The discount is valid for one month, so you have plenty of time to plan a sushi feast.
Value: Up to £10 (depending on your order)

👉 See our YO! Sushi discount codes

ASK Italian: Free Treat

What you can get: A special birthday treat (most likely a sweet dessert).
How to claim: Join the ASK Perks club to receive your voucher.
Note: Details of the treat are revealed when you sign up.
Value: ~£5

👉 See our ASK Italian discount codes

Zizzi: Free Main Meal

What you can get: A free main course when you purchase another.
How to claim: Sign up for the Zillionaire’s Club, and you’ll receive a voucher the day before your birthday. It’s valid for 28 days.
Note: Perfect for a birthday dinner date—just make sure someone else pays for the other main!
Value: Up to £15

👉 See our Zizzi discount codes

Café Rouge: Free Meal

What you can get: A free main course when at least one other main is purchased at full price.
How to claim: Register as a Rouge Club member, and you'll receive a voucher via email.
Note: Not valid at Centre Parcs restaurants, on delivery or takeaway, or with other offers, set menus or Tesco Clubcard Deal tokens. Voucher expires two weeks after the email is sent and can only be used once.
Value: ~£14–£18

👉 See our Café Rouge discount codes

Raise a toast with free birthday drinks 🍾

So. Much. Prosecco. Besides potentially waking up with a raging hangover, if you managed to hit up every restaurant on this list, you’d also score around £156.20 worth of free drinks. But, uh, we definitely don't recommend attempting that feat. Just for the record. Enjoy responsibly, and happy birthday celebrations!

Brewhouse & Kitchen: Free Pint

What you can get: A free pint of beer.
How to claim: Sign up for the Brewhouse & Kitchen newsletter at least three weeks before your birthday and opt in to receive marketing emails.
Note: Must be of legal drinking age.
Value: ~£5

👉 See our bars and pubs discount codes

Kaspa's: Free Milkshake or Cake

What you can get: A free medium-sized milkshake or a slice of cake.
How to claim: Visit Kaspa’s on your birthday with a valid photo ID showing your date of birth.
Note: You’ll need to spend at least £6.95, and VIP or limited-edition shakes aren’t included—but there are still plenty of sweet treats to choose from!
Value: ~£5

👉 See our Kaspa's discount codes

All Bar One: Free Bottle of Champagne

What you can get: A free bottle of champagne.
How to claim: Register for All Bar One Rewards at least four weeks before your birthday.
Note: Must be 18+ to redeem.
Value: ~£27

👉 See our All Bar One discount codes

TGI Fridays: Free Cocktails or Mocktails

What you can get: Up to five free cocktails or mocktails (one per person).
How to claim: Download the Stripes Rewards app, purchase a meal and wait for your reward to arrive around one week before your birthday.
Note: Offer is valid with a meal purchase.
Value: ~£41

👉 See our TGI Fridays discount codes

Bubble CiTea: 50% Off

What you can get: 50% off any bubble tea drink.
How to claim: Download the Bubble CiTea app, add your birthday details and opt in for marketing emails. Your 50% voucher will be sent on your birthday.
Note: Discount applies to drinks only (not snacks or ice cream). Voucher expires 30 days after issue and can’t be combined with other offers.
Value: ~£3

👉 See our Food & Drink discount codes

Chatime: Free Regular Drink

What you can get: A free regular-sized drink to celebrate your big day.
How to claim: Sign up for the Chatime app at least seven days before your birthday to receive your reward.
Note: You must make at least one purchase through the app before your birthday to qualify. The voucher is valid for seven days before and after your birthday.
Value: ~£4

👉 See our coffee discount codes

Starbucks: Free Drink

What you can get: A free drink for Starbucks Rewards Gold Members.
How to claim: Reach Gold membership by earning 450 'Stars' (equivalent to spending £150), then redeem your free drink through the app. This might seem daunting for casual coffee drinkers, but we wanted to include it anyway for the regulars out there!
Note: Must be a Gold Member to qualify.
Value: ~£2.50

👉 See our Starbucks discount codes

Pizza Express: Free Bottle of Prosecco

What you can get: A free bottle of prosecco.
How to claim: Create a Pizza Express account, purchase at least two meals, and enjoy your bottle of bubbly.
Note: Valid for two weeks before and after your birthday; must be 18+.
Value: ~£25

👉 See our Pizza Express discount codes

Miller & Carter: Free Bottle of Champagne

What you can get: A free bottle of champagne.
How to claim: Sign up for the Miller & Carter newsletter at least two weeks before your birthday and purchase a meal to redeem.
Note: Must be 18+.
Value: ~£25

👉 See our Miller & Carter discount codes

Boost: Free Smoothie

What you can get: A free fruit smoothie.
How to claim: Sign up for the Boost Vibe app and visit your nearest Boost store on your birthday.
Note: No purchase necessary.
Value: ~£4

👉 See our Food & Drink discount codes

Save big with birthday discounts 🛍️

A birthday discount reigns as the most popular offering, with savings ranging from 10% to a whopping 50%. Although a discount isn’t technically a birthday freebie, it's still a fantastic way to save a good chunk of money, especially if you’re planning a larger shop!

Stylevana: Up to 16% Off

What you can get: A 12% discount code on your birthday, or up to 16% off if you've reached VIP status.
How to claim: Join Stylevana's free loyalty club to receive your birthday discount.
Note: The 12% birthday discount is available to all registered members, starting from the beginner tier. Higher discounts can be unlocked as you earn points and progress to higher tiers.
Value: 10-15% off your order

👉 See our Stylevana discount codes

Boots: Double Advantage Points

What you can get: Earn Double Advantage Card points throughout your birthday month.
How to claim: Use your Boots Advantage Card during your birthday month to rack up extra points.
Note: While there's no freebie, it's a great time to stock up on beauty or skincare as you'll earn even more credit to spend.
Value: Depends on your spend

👉 See our Boots discount codes

adidas: 20% Off

What you can get: A 20% discount during your birthday month.
How to claim: Join the free adiClub and reach level two status (1,000 points) by spending £100 or participating in activities like reviews, events or tracking runs with the adidas app.
Note: Membership includes perks like free delivery and points rewards.
Value: 20% off your order

👉 See our adidas discount codes

Hobbycraft: £5 Birthday Voucher

What you can get: £5 credit to spend on your birthday.
How to claim: Register for a free Hobbycraft account and add your birthday details. The £5 reward will be sent to you on your special day.
Note: Voucher is valid for 14 days.
Value: £5

👉 See our Hobbycraft discount codes

INKEY LIST: £2 Credit

What you can get: £2 credit (200 points) in your INKEY Insiders account to use on your birthday.
How to claim: Sign up for the INKEY Insiders program and receive your birthday points automatically.
Note: Points can be redeemed for £2 off your makeup or skincare purchases.
Value: £2

👉 See our INKEY List discount codes

Superdrug: Triple Points

What you can get: Earn triple points on your birthday with a Health & Beautycard.
How to claim: Use your Health & Beautycard when you shop around your birthday to earn 3 points for every £1 spent instead of the usual 1 point.
Note: Once you reach 100 points, you'll get £1 off your next purchase.
Value: Depends on your spend

👉 See our Superdrug discount codes

Nike: 25% Off

What you can get: A 25% off discount code on your birthday.
How to claim: Sign up for free Nike membership, and you'll receive this reward on your birthday.
Note: The discount is only available to members and is valid for a limited time.
Value: 25% off your order

👉 See our Nike discount codes

WUKA Pants: £2 Credit

What you can get: 200 points (worth £2) added to your WUKA Rewards Club account on your birthday.
How to claim: Join the WUKA Rewards Club to earn points on purchases and get birthday rewards.
Note: Points can be redeemed for discounts on your next order.
Value: £2

👉 See our WUKA Pants discount codes

H&M: 25% Off

What you can get: 25% off one item of your choice on your birthday.
How to claim: Sign up for H&M membership and provide your birthday details. This reward will be available to redeem during your birthday month.
Note: Membership also lets you collect points on every purchase to unlock additional rewards.
Value: 25% off one item

👉 See our H&M discount codes

Cult Beauty: Up to £25 Off

What you can get: A birthday reward based on your account level: 15% off when you spend £25 (Cult Status), £10 off when you spend £40 (Level One), £15 off when you spend £60 (Level Two) or £25 off when you spend £100 (Level Three).
How to claim: Sign up for a Cult Beauty account and add your birthday details by the 28th of the month before your birthday. Your reward will be emailed to you during your birthday month.
Note: The discount is valid for one month and comes with a £25 minimum spend for the 15% discount. Some brands are excluded.
Value: £10-£25 off or 15% off your purchase

👉 See our Cult Beauty discount codes

Swarovski: 15% Off

What you can get: 15% off on your birthday when you join the Swarovski Club.
How to claim: Sign up for a free Swarovski Club account and provide your birthday details to unlock this reward.
Note: The discount applies to eligible jewellery and watches and is valid for a limited time during your birthday month.
Value: 15% off your purchase

👉 See our Swarovski discount codes

KIKO: £5 Credit

What you can get: A £5 birthday reward with the KIKO Me loyalty program.
How to claim: Sign up for the KIKO Me loyalty program and provide your birthday details. Your £5 credit will be added to your account to use during your birthday.
Note: Members also earn points with every shop, unlocking more perks along the way.
Value: £5

👉 See our KIKO discount codes

Disney Store: 15% Off

What you can get: 15% off during your birthday month.
How to claim: Create a Disney Store account at least two months before your birthday. A discount code will be emailed to you, valid for online and in-store purchases.
Note: This offer is only available to registered members.
Value: 15% off your purchase

👉 See our Disney Store discount codes

Sephora: Birthday Treat

What you can get: Bonus points or a free skincare gift, depending on your MySephora membership tier.
How to claim: Join the My Sephora program and add your birthday details. Opt into marketing emails, and you'll receive your birthday reward.
Note: Bronze members get 25 bonus points, Silver members receive a 135ml Pixi Glow Tonic Cleansing Gel and Gold Members receive a 30ml Medik8 Hydr8 B5™ Rehydration Serum.
Value: Varies

👉 See our Sephora discount codes

Build-A-Bear Workshop: ‘Pay Your Age’

What you can get: Pay your child’s age for a Birthday Bear during their birthday month. If they’re four, you’ll pay just £4 (instead of the regular £14).
How to claim: Sign up for the free Bonus Club and visit a store during your child's birthday month to redeem the offer.
Note: No proof of age is required.
Value: Up to £10 savings

👉 See our Build-A-Bear Workshop discount codes

ASOS: 10% Off

What you can get: A 10% discount for your birthday.
How to claim: Sign up for ASOS marketing emails and opt-in to receive promotions. You'll receive your discount code two weeks before your birthday, valid until midnight on the day of your birthday.
Note: The offer is only available to subscribers.
Value: 10% off

👉 See our ASOS discount codes

New Look: 20% Off

What you can get: 20% off with the mailing list.
How to claim: Sign up for emails at least 30 days before your birthday. You’ll receive your discount code around two weeks before your birthday, valid until two weeks after.
Note: You have up to two weeks after your birthday to use the voucher.
Value: 20% off

👉 See our New Look discount codes

Oliver Bonas: £5 Off

What you can get: £5 discount on your next shop.
How to claim: Sign up for the Oliver Bonas newsletter, and you’ll receive a £5 discount code in time for your birthday.
Note: Minimum spend of £20 (excluding delivery). Valid on full-price and sale items. Code expires 30 days after issue.
Value: £5

👉 See our Oliver Bonas discount codes

The Entertainer: 10% Off

What you can get: 10% off on your child’s birthday.
How to claim: Register for Toybox Rewards and wait for your discount to arrive about three weeks before their birthday. It’s valid for 30 days.
Note: A little something to make toy shopping slightly less painful for parents!
Value: 10% off

👉 See our The Entertainer discount codes

Hobbs: £20 Credit

What you can get: A £20 voucher to spend on full-priced items.
How to claim: Sign up for Hobbs emails and your voucher will land in your inbox around your birthday.
Note: You can't use it on sale items or gift cards, but everything else is fair game.
Value: £20

👉 See our Hobbs discount codes

Lovehoney: 30% Off

What you can get: 30% off for newsletter subscribers.
How to claim: Sign up for emails to get birthday perks, plus a cheeky 15% off just for registering.
Note: Lovehoney rewards members with points and exclusive discounts too—so if you're a frequent shopper, it's worth signing up!
Value: 30% off

👉 See our Lovehoney discount codes

Pandora: 10% Off

What you can get: A 10% off voucher for your birthday.
How to claim: Join My Pandora and add your birthday details. Your voucher will be valid for 30 days after your big day
Note: The perfect excuse to add another charm to your collection—because why not?
Value: 10% off

👉 See our Pandora discount codes

Hotel Chocolat: £5 Voucher

What you can get: A £5 voucher to spend on chocolates, truffles, or whatever sweet treat catches your eye.
How to claim: Join the VIP.ME club, and you’ll receive your voucher two weeks before your birthday, valid for 30 days.
Note: Perfect for a chocolate lolly, a box of gin truffles or a hazelnut bar—because birthday calories don’t count.
Value: £5

👉 See our Hotel Chocolat discount codes

Swagbucks: 50 SB Points

What you can get: 50 SB bonus when you redeem a gift card.
How to claim: Redeem a gift card within 30 days of your birthday to get your extra SB.
Note: 55 SB is roughly £1, so while it won’t buy you a shopping spree, every little bit helps!
Value: 50 SB (~£0.90)

👉 See our exclusive discount codes

Treat yourself with free birthday gifts 🎁

Who doesn’t love a birthday freebie? From moisturisers to pet treats, we’ve discovered a bunch of free things you can get on your birthday—with a total value of £104!

Clinique: Free Beauty Gifts

What you can get: A deluxe birthday sample at Smart and Brilliant level or a free full-size product when you reach Genius level (201+ points).
How to claim: Sign up for Clinique Smart Rewards. Earn 1 point for every £1 spent, and as you move up tiers, you'll unlock additional benefits.
Note: Points accumulate with purchases; higher tiers unlock better rewards.
Value: Up to £32

👉 See our Clinique discount codes

Space NK: Free Beauty Gift

What you can get: A free beauty treat to pick up in-store. The higher your points, the better your birthday gift!
How to claim: Join the N.dulge membership at least six weeks before your birthday.
Note: Gifts improve as you earn more points.
Value: Up to £40

👉 See our Space NK discount codes

IKEA: Free Gift

What you can get: A free birthday gift (previously £5 credit on your IKEA Family card, but the current offer is unclear).
How to claim: Join the IKEA Family Club to access birthday perks and other benefits, like free tea and coffee.
Note: Offer specifics may vary.
Value: ~£5

👉 See our IKEA discount codes

Rituals: Free Shower Oil

What you can get: A free shower oil in your choice of scent, redeemable on your birthday.
How to claim: Become a My Rituals member to access birthday gifts, welcome perks and monthly treats.
Note: Requires a purchase to redeem.
Value: ~£10

👉 See our Rituals discount codes

Pets at Home: Free Pet Treats

What you can get: Free treats for your pet on their birthday.
How to claim: Join the Pets at Home VIP Club, and they'll send you a voucher to treat your four-legged friend.
Note: Perfect for making your pet's birthday extra special!
Value: ~£2

👉 See our Pets at Home discount codes

Your Birthday Freebie Questions, Answered

1. Do I need to show ID to claim birthday freebies?
Yes, many places require ID to verify your birthday. Make sure to bring a valid ID (e.g., driver’s license or passport) when claiming your freebies.

2. How far in advance should I sign up for offers?
Most offers require signing up at least 2–4 weeks before your birthday. Check the terms for each offer to ensure you don’t miss out!

3. Can I claim multiple freebies in one day?
Absolutely! As long as you meet the terms and conditions for each offer, you can claim as many freebies as you like.

4. Do I need to make a purchase to claim freebies?
Some offers require a purchase (e.g., Pizza Express’s free prosecco), while others are completely free (e.g., Krispy Kreme’s free doughnut). Always check the terms before claiming.

5. What if my birthday is on a weekend or holiday?
Most offers are valid on weekends and holidays, but some may have restrictions. Check the specific terms for each offer.

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