Krispy Kreme is marking its 88th birthday on Friday, July 18, 2025, and the beloved doughnut chain is celebrating the only way it knows how: with a glazed giveaway that’s making headlines and delighting fans nationwide. For one day only, customers can snag a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just 88 cents—but there’s a catch. To unlock the deal, you’ll need to purchase another dozen at regular price.
How to Get the Deal
The birthday offer is available in-store and via drive-thru at participating Krispy Kreme locations across the U.S. Customers can purchase up to two discounted dozens when ordering in person, while online orders for pickup or delivery are limited to one discounted dozen. To redeem online, fans must use the promo code BDAY at checkout.
Krispy Kreme’s Chief Brand and Product Officer, Alison Holder, called the celebration “a real joy,” adding, “Eighty-eight has never felt and tasted so great”.
A Legacy of Doughnut Devotion
Founded in 1937 by Vernon Rudolph in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Krispy Kreme began as a wholesale operation selling doughnuts to grocery stores. But when the irresistible aroma of fresh doughnuts wafted into the streets, passersby begged to buy them directly. Rudolph famously cut a hole in the wall of his shop to serve customers on the sidewalk—a move that helped launch one of America’s most iconic food brands.
Today, Krispy Kreme operates in more than 40 countries, and its signature Original Glazed doughnut remains a melt-in-your-mouth favorite across generations.
Join the Celebration
Fans are encouraged to share their birthday doughnut hauls on social media using #KrispyKreme and tagging @krispykreme. Whether you’re a longtime devotee or a first-time visitor, July 18 is the perfect day to indulge in a dozen (or two) of the doughnuts that started it all.
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