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Where to score free July 4 grub.

Skip the deals; these corporations don't need your cash. Support local, shop small, and have a great 4th of July.

Published July 3, 2024 at 2:38pm by Mike Snider

Independence from Corporate Control: July 4th Deals and Discounts

As Americans prepare for July 4th, record numbers are expected to travel, but many will choose to stay local with 'staycations.' A survey by Prodege found that 86% see this holiday as an opportunity for a cost-effective celebration. Katie Thomas, head of the Kearney Consumer Institute, observes that "getaways can be expensive," and post-pandemic, people are keen to embrace any opportunity to celebrate.

So, whether it's a small gathering or a large bash, here are some deals to help you save money:

Baskin-Robbins: Various deals through July 15 via their app and website. 50% off sundae BOGO with code "BEACHDAY," $5 off Polar Pizza with code "FIREWORK," and $2.50 off milkshakes with code "COOL."

Buffalo Wild Wings: Every Thursday, including July 4, BOGO boneless wings in-store and via their takeout/delivery service. $10+ orders also get 6 free wings with code "GOWINGS."

Jimmy John's: BOGO Firecracker Wrap on July 4 for Freaky Fast Rewards members. Also, try the Firecracker Jimmy Chips and Confetti Cookie Sandwich.

White Claw and DoorDash: $0 delivery deals on White Claw products over the weekend. Join the White Claw Digital Shore Club by July 21 for a chance to win a bottomless Claw Cooler.

7-Eleven: New menu items include Chicken Nuggets, Philly Cheesesteak/Breakfast Skillet Taquitos, Personal Breakfast Pizza, and Zero Sugar Juice/Tea. Discounts for veterans, military, first responders, nurses, teachers, and students with ID.me.

Target and Chocolove: 20% off Chocolove's gourmet chocolate (Almonds & Sea Salt, Salted Caramel) at Target through July 27 for Target Circle members.

Applebee’s: $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail/Coors Light and $5 Blue Bahama Mama. Half-price apps like boneless wings at select locations.

Baked by Melissa: $20 off Party in the USA pack of 100 cupcakes.

BJ’s Brewhouse: Free Pizookie with the purchase of an app/entree (promo code: FREEPIZOOKIE).

California Pizza Kitchen: 'Grab & Grill' pizzas—2 for $25, 4 for $40. Post a pic on Instagram (@cpk #cpkgrabandgrill) for a chance to win free pizza for a year.

Casey's General Stores: 50% off a large single-topping pizza with the purchase of any large pizza (code: BOGO).

Dave & Busters: On July 4, D&B Rewards members get 50% off food and $5 Happy Hour drinks. 100 free game chips with the purchase of 100 (through July 7). Play the Deadpool + Wolverine claw game (July 3) for a chance to win Deadpool merch signed by Ryan Reynolds.

DoorDash DashPass: From July 4-9, deals from Popeyes (50% off 6/12-piece combos with $15+ wing orders), Wendy's ($10 off $20+ orders incl. Saucy Nuggs), and The Cheesecake Factory (free slice with fresh berries on $40+ orders).

Dunkin' Dunkin’ Rewards: Medium Sparkd' Energy drink for $3 in July and Hot Honey Bacon Sandwich for $3 through July 8.

Fazoli’s: $4 pasta specials (Spaghetti Marinara/Meat Sauce, Fettuccine Alfredo) through July 10.

Fuzzy's Taco Shops: Bomb-a-'Rita—frozen strawberry margarita with blue curacao, topped with Bomb Pop.

Gopuff FAM: 60% off party favors and cookout essentials, 50% off select ice cream.

The Honey Baked Ham Company: $7 off on purchases of $50 or more through July 6.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice: 4x rewards points on July 4 for J-List Rewards members. Quarts available to-go, including Red, White, and Blue Flavorite (limited time).

Kodiak Cakes: 25% off all online orders from July 3, 7 p.m. ET, to July 7, 2 a.m. ET. Sign up for the Kodiak's VIP text list to receive a discount code.

Marco’s Pizza: Introduces Fiery Pepperoni/Sausage & Peppers Pizza from $8.99/$10.99. Free 2-liter Starry with large Fiery pizza/Cheezybread order. All Pizzolis are $5.99.

Noodles & Company: Launches Macapalooza Mac & Cheese Mashup menu ($9 each) - 4-Cheese Alfredo, Cheesy Broccoli, Crispy Jalapeno Mac. Exclusive Korean Meatball Mac & Cheese via DoorDash Pass. $1 Side Mac reward with $15+ purchase for Noodles Rewards members. $5 Mac & Cheese Mashup dishes on July 14 (National Mac & Cheese Day).

Pollo Campero: Fourth of July Bundle until July 7 - 50 chicken pieces, 3 sides, 26 rolls/tortillas. Price varies by location.

Round Table Pizza: $5 off large/XL pizza, $20 off $150+ orders.

Ruby Tuesday: Summer of Savings Sweepstakes with meal deals under $10, $6 drink deals, and spin-to-win prizes (free food, AMC tickets, $100 gift cards, Las Vegas trip, stock car race tickets).

Salad & Go: Buy-one-get-one-free Caesar salad/wrap on July 4 with code CSRDAY24.

Sam's Club: July 4 deals on Member's Mark cookout essentials (Prime Rib Ground Beef Sliders, Brioche Slider Buns) and desserts (Star Cutout Cookies). Try the new Cheddar Cheese Pork Frank at the cafe.

Sizzler: Free salad bar with entrée purchase on July 4 at select locations.

Smashburger: $1 Tots on Thursday (including July 4, 11) and $15 Smash Cash with a $60 e-gift card purchase (July 3-4).

Smokey Bones: 15% of July 4 proceeds go to the Robert Irvine Foundation, supporting military/veteran/first responder well-being.

Sonic: $1.99 Sonic Shakes (12 flavors) and Chili Cheese Coney dogs.

Starbucks: New pairings menu - tall coffee/butter croissant for $5, tall coffee/breakfast sandwich for $6, or tall coffee/Double Smoked Bacon/Impossible sandwich for $7.

Taco Bell: 5% off all Uber One student delivery orders through July 31 (max $9 off).

The Main Event: $4.99 Mocktails, $9.99 Spiked Splasher-Rita. Summer Season pass from $32.99 for unlimited games, discounted food/beverages, and free bowling shoe rental.

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