One special day a year, companies and restaurants all over want to lavish you with free stuff. Here’s a list of some of the best birthday freebies out there and, trust us, the options are almost limitless. Whether you want to ski the slopes of Big Bear Mountain, soak in a mud bath or get a song from the Hooter’s Girls, this guide will show you how to score all of these deals for free. And if your friends have been particularly good to you, go ahead and take them along for the ride. Here’s to a day of living dangerously–and on the cheap. We hope you have an amazing birthday!
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Medieval Times
Hear ye, hear ye! If an 11th century-style four-course feast and tournament is what you’re after on your birthday, Medieval times in Buena Park is your place.
Birthday Treat: Free feast and Free tournament
What to do: Join the online club
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Hooters
(Multiple Locations)
We’re sure it’s the food you’re interested in. On your birthday get a Hooters t-shirt and a song from the Hooters Girls.
Birthday Treat: 10 Free wings
What to do: Join the online club
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Glen Ivy Spa
Prepare for a day of birthday pampering! Glen Ivy Springs will give you complimentary admission to the spa on your birthday when you book any 50-minute or longer spa treatment. Photo ID is required, and Glen Ivy will honor the admission on the day before or immediately after your birthday.
Birthday treat: Free spa entrance
What to do: Join the online club and bring your photo ID
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Gold Class Cinemas
If you haven’t experienced watching a flick in the lap of luxury, do yourself a favor and use your birthday as the excuse to do so. We’ve raved about this theater in other lists, but be warned: Once you experience this movie experience like no other, good luck ever going back to your neighborhood 6-plex – it just ain’t happening! This birthday freebie requires you to bring a friend – which I’m sure won’t be a problem.
Birthday Treat: Inform the concierge that you are celebrating a birthday and you will receive one FREE movie ticket with the purchase of one regular ticket. Take advantage of this offer three days prior to or three days after your birthday, Monday through Thursday.
What To Do: Become a member of Gold Class Cinemas. Yes, it’s free. More Info
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Ice Cream
On your birthday you can get a free scoop of ice cream from these three stores:
Baskin Robbins
(Multiple Locations)
It’s “Your Neighborhood Ice Cream Store.” Go ahead, be brave and try the flavor of the month.
Birthday Treat: One scoop free ice cream
What to do: Join the online club
Ben & Jerry’s
(Multiple Locations)
The eco-conscious ice cream brand is famous for their unique flavors, like Phish Food and Chubby Hubby.
Birthday Treat: One scoop free ice cream
What to do: Join the online club
Cold Stone Creamery
(Multiple Locations)
The creamery doesn’t call their ice cream “scoops,” they call them “creations.” Enthusiasts say the cold granite stone that the ice cream is mixed on makes all the difference.
Birthday Treat: A buy one, get one free creation coupon
What to do: Join the online club
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Benihana
(Multiple Locations)
Celebs often flock to this Japanese style eatery. On your birthday enjoy their selection of seafood, chicken, steak and veggies.
Birthday Treat: Free dinner (valued at $30 or less)
What to do: Join the online club
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Big Bear Mountain Resorts
If fresh powder is what you’re after on your birthday, you can ski or ride free in Big Bear Lake.
Birthday Treat: Ski/ride free
What to do: Present a photo ID
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Black Angus Steakhouse
(Mulitple Locations)
Be proud on your birthday, carnivore. Whether it’s rare, medium or burnt to a crisp, a free steak dinner is sure to delight anyone’s inner-caveman.
Birthday Treat: Free steak dinner on your first birthday as a member
What to do: Join the online club
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Buono’s Authentic Pizzeria
(Mulitiple Locations)
This family business gives pizza lovers a rustic atmosphere and delicious homemade pie.
Birthday Treat: Free personal pizza and dessert
What to do: Join the online club
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Starbucks
(Multiple Locations)
Who doesn’t have their standard go to Starbucks drink? But hey, let’s be daring. I think this year I may ditch my Java Chip Frappuccino and try their Strawberries n’ Cream Frappuccino. Fruit is healthier, after all.
Birthday Treat: Free drink
What to do: Buy a Starbucks gift card, then join their online club.
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Frosted Cupcakery
Stars like Jimmy Kimmel love this boutique cupcakery. Try their nutella buttercream cupcake (and yes, that is a ferrero rocher chocolate on top).
Birthday Treat: Free cupcake
What to do: Present your photo ID
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Ice House Comedy Club
This legendary comedy club has attracted stars such as Jay Leno and Dana Carvey.
Birthday Treat: Two free admissions, party favor, piece of cake and announcement. Plus everyone in your birthday party gets reduced admission.
What to do: Present ID, valid within seven days of your birthday.
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Keva Juice
(Multiple Locations)
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Meet the guilt-free smoothie. Instead of fatty yogurt, Keva uses pure fruit juices and non fat light yogurts and sherberts. You’ll feel as good after the smoothie as you will taking the first sip.
Birthday Treat: Get a free 24 oz regular blend smoothie
What to do: Join the online club and present your photo ID
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Red Robin
(Multiple Locations)
This gourmet burger joint has been around since the forties. Try their Mt. Olympus burger, with an oregano-seasoned patty smothered in artichoke and spinach dip, feta cheese, bacon and all the fixins.
Birthday Treat: Enjoy a free gourmet burger
What to do: Join the online club
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Melting Pot
Try fondue for the ultimate in interactive dining. The Melting Pot is known for its ambiance and delicious four course fondue dinners. And the restaurant’s birthday freebie was made for chocolate lovers!
Birthday Treat: Free chocolate fondue for two when you purchase dinner
What to do: Join the online club
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Tony Roma’s
(Multiple Locations)
Some say Tony Roma’s has perfected the foodies’ dinner triad: Ribs, Seafood and Steaks.Try the famed filet medallions or Tuscan pesto mahi mahi for free on your special day.
Birthday Treat: Free entrée
What to do: Join the online club
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Wing Stop
(Multiple Locations)
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The restaurant that specializes in buffalo wings and freshly made sides is giving out wings for free on your birthday. The hard part about this deal? Deciding between Wing Stop’s nine flavors.
Birthday Treat: Large Fresh-Cut Seasoned Fries
What to do: Join the online club
