It's a time to celebrate all the graduates in our lives. Whether you're graduating high school or pursuing a higher degree, you can find freebies or discounts that will make your graduation even better.
Restaurants offer everything from complimentary desserts to full meal packages. Some restaurants even offer free gift cards with purchases. Because a restaurant gift card makes the perfect gift for a new student taking on the next step in their lives.
Free food and discounts for Class of 2024
Note: The deals below often require you to make a purchase to get the free or bonus gift card. In some cases, you may need to become a rewards member or install the restaurant's app. Additionally, some may vary by franchise and are subject to change.
Applebee's
Buy a $50 Applebee's gift card and get an extra $10 free. You can purchase this special offer until June 23rd. It would also be a good choice as a Father's Day gift. Card expires August 4, 2024.
What Melissa Baked
Celebrate your newest graduate with a pack of mini cupcakes from Baked by Melissa. The cupcakes come in packs of 25 and 50 and come in a festive box labeled “Congratulations.” You can even get a gift card for your graduates!
Baskin Robbins
A classic treat, Baskin Robbins is offering a graduation-themed ice cream cake. We offer options such as custom cap and gown cakes that can be customized according to the graduate's school colors.
Bertucci's
Bertucci's offers unique graduation meal packages for pickup, curbside and delivery. There are also packages that add salad, dessert, etc. to pasta and pizza, so guests attending the graduation ceremony will be satisfied. With any graduation package purchase of $100 or more, use code GRAD2024 at checkout to receive a free mini chocolate chip cannoli tray.
Bonefish Grill
They're offering a free $10 gift card deal when you buy a $50 gift card (available June 24 – August 25). This deal is valid on electronic and physical gift cards. Check the details and fine print.
Buca di Bepo
The Italian chain is offering special graduation catering packages that include popular dishes like baked ziti, spicy chicken rigatoni and lasagna. Some packages also come with delicious desserts, from cookies and brownies to cannoli and tiramisu. Packages start at $12.99 per person. Receive a free mini chocolate chip cannoli tray with any graduation package purchase of $100 or more with code GRAD2024 at checkout.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Another great gift card promotion for new graduates is from Buffalo Wild Wings. Receive a $10 eBonus gift card when you purchase $40 worth of gift cards online. This promotion is valid until June 16th.
carvel
Through June 16th, purchase a $24 e-gift card and receive a free $5 rewards card. The bonus card can be used until August 31st.
chili
Graduates always love receiving gift cards, and Chili's has a great promotion just for them. Order a $50 Chili's gift card by June 22nd and you'll receive a free $10 e-gift card as a thank you.
edible preparations
If you'd rather go with a fruit bouquet rather than flowers, EdibleArrangements has a long list of graduation themed gifts to choose from. If your graduate doesn't like fruit, there are also dessert gifts available.
Jason's Deli
Buy $50 worth of gift cards and receive a $10 gift. You'll receive a $5 promo card and $5 worth of reward points, good to use from June 17th to July 31st.
McAlister's Deli
This graduation season, earn a $5 eReward online or a physical rewards voucher with every $25 gift card purchase. This deal is available through June 16th, and the $5 eReward can be redeemed from June 17th through August 11th.
Miller's Ale House
Miller's Ale House is running a gift card promotion for graduates. Purchase a $50 Miller's Ale House gift card and receive a $10 bonus card. Again, gift cards can be the perfect gift for new students, so you won't want to miss out on this promotion.
minted
If you're proud of your graduates and want everyone to know, Minted can help. This service offers a variety of custom Class of 2024 graduation notices. You may also receive a graduation party invitation and a thank you note. Minted is also running a Memorial Day event through May 28th. Use this promo code to get 15% off sitewide. Combine it with RetailMeNot's 5% cashback offer (valid until May 31).
Moe's Southwest Grill
Moe's Southwest Grill is offering a great gift card promotion in honor of the Class of 2024. For graduates, purchase a $25 Moe's gift card and receive a free $5 gift card. After all, burritos make the best gifts.
at the border
Buy $50 worth of gift cards and receive a free $10 bonus card through May 31. Bonus card is available from June 1st to June 30th. If you're planning on celebrating with friends, be sure to take advantage of Endless Enchilada Mondays. .
Outback Steak House
“Give it a gift and you will receive it” from Outback Steakhouse. For a limited time, purchase a $50 Outback Steakhouse gift card and receive a free $10 bonus gift card. Giving bloomin onions as a graduation gift is a great idea.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
If you're looking for delicious catering for your graduate party, Potbelly has you covered. You can order individual lunch boxes or bundles for 6 or 10 people. There are also packages that provide mac and cheese for groups.
red lobster
From now until July 1, for every $50 you spend on Red Lobster gift cards, you'll receive two $10 off bonus coupons. This coupon can be used on purchases of at least $40 during July and August.
Smash Burger
Smashburger is running an attractive gift card promotion. When you purchase a $25 gift card, you'll receive $5 in Smash Cash to spend at participating stores through June 18th. This coupon is good for both in-store and online purchases.
TGI Fridays
Graduates who wear their cap and gown by June 15 will receive a free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of an entree. You can also get 25% off party platters by using promo code GRAD24 when ordering online.
Why do restaurants offer discounts for graduates?
Restaurants know shoppers are looking for gifts for graduates, so they're seeing a surge in bonus gift card offers around this time of year. In addition to graduation season, we also have Mother's Day and Father's Day gift season, so many restaurants are extending specials throughout May and June. The next time you'll see this level of gift card deals is during the holidays.
Restaurants know that their customers are likely to throw graduation parties and enjoy a celebratory meal, so they offer catering packages and free food.
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