Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies & Deals!

It’s that time of the year again where we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week! Starting May 6th and through May 12th, educators across the country will be recognized for their hard work and dedication to shaping young minds. To honor this special occasion, many restaurants and businesses are offering freebies and discounts to all teachers.

We’ve listed some stores that offered discounts and freebies last year and we are expecting them to offer something similar for this year’s celebration. Also, you can check out others that already announced their deals for this year. Scroll down!

Also, make sure to check out this Teacher Discounts and Freebies List (Inlcudes 100+ Places)!

Need a Teacher’s Appreciation Day gift? Check out these gift ideas we’ve found at Amazon that are sure to show that you appreciate all the hard work they do.

Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies & Deals:

Free Admission to SeaWorld

Seaworld is offering a complimentary Annual Pass to all active and certified K-12 Southern California, Arizona, Texas and Florida grade school Teachers! To qualify for this offer you need to log in with your Teacher ID. Check out more details here!

Free Colgate Classroom Kits

Kindergarten and first-grade teachers! Colgate is offering a free Bright Smiles Bright Futures Kit that you can request for your classroom. The kit is full of easy-to-use classroom materials that support curriculum standards, plus Colgate toothpaste and toothbrush samples for students! All you need to do is go to this page and fill out the request form. Do note that the kits need to be sent to a school address.

FREE Supply Kit

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Staples is giving educators a free supply kit & 20% off purchases with your teacher ID! Offer is available from May 5th to May 11th, at participating locations while supplies last. Thres is a limit to 20 kits per store. Check availability at your local store!

FREE Margaritaville at Sea Cruise

Margaritaville at Sea is offering free 3-day Sailings to the Bahamas! They invite all active and veteran military, first responders, law enforcement officers, and educators to sail free on a 3-day, 2-night cruise to Grand Bahama Island. Offer is valid for new bookings on sailings, through December 31st, 2024, and is not combinable with other promotional offers. Please note that additional port charges, fees, or taxes are not included. You can check all the details here – have a safe trip!

Applebee’s

Through May 13th, teachers (with valid ID) who dine-in at Applebee’s during National Teacher’s Appreciation Week will receive a free dessert with any purchase. Plus, you’ll get a voucher for a BOGO free entree for a future order. You can redeem the voucher from May 13th through June 9th.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Last year, in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week, all teachers and school faculty got 20% off their meals at Buffalo Wild Wings when they present their faculty ID. Offer is valid for dine-in, call-in, and walk-in orders only.

Costco

Sign up for a Costco membership and receive a Shop Card. New Executive members will receive a $40 Shop Card, while Gold Star members will get a $20 Shop Card. Get yours here!

Pluckers Wing Bar

Every Friday, from 3 PM to 7 PM teachers and school staff can enjoy a free appetizer at Pluckers Wing Bar. You must show your staff badge to a Plucker’s team member for this freebie!

FREE Zollipops

For a limited time only, teachers and other educators can get free Zollipops for their entire class! This offer is made possible by Zolli’s Million Smile Initiative, a campaign aimed at encouraging children to talk and learn about taking care of their bodies. If you are a teacher or educator, simply go to the Zolli website and fill out the form. Then watch the mail and wait for your Zollipops to arrive! Super easy deal!

FREE School Supplies

If you teach at a school that’s at least 50% qualified for the National School Lunch Program, you can get access to free school supplies! Kids in Need Foundation offers eligible teachers up to 24 boxes full of school supplies like pencils, notebooks, erasers, and more. Check out the details here!

Also, check out Expensify – they will reimburse teachers (who work at min. 900 hours per school year) 50% for school supplies. Visit their site for full instructions on how to register and submit receipts (reimbursement of up to $50 per expense).

Dickey’s BBQ Pit

Calling all teachers! Through May 12th, visit Dickey’s Barbecue Pit where you can grab a free Big Yellow Cup with a minimum purchase of $10. Simply show your valid employment ID.

Dunkin’ Donuts:

Dunkin’ Rewards members can enjoy a $3 medium Dunkin’ Refresher every day, including during Teacher Appreciation Week. You can reedem it once per day.

Eyemart Express

Any school employee (including educators, nurses, custodial staff, food service, even bus drivers) at an accredited public or private school PK -12, college, or university will be able to get a 20% discount (in store only) at Eyemart Express! You need to have a proper school ID and this offer is valid year-round.

McAlister’s Deli

Through May 12th, any teacher that visits McAlister’s Deli can score a free Big Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, ½ Sweet & ½ Unsweet Tea, or ½ Lemonade & ½ Sweet/Unsweet Tea (excluding flavor shots). No purchase is necessary, you just need to show a valid badge or ID. Do note that you need to order in person to get this freebie. 

Moe’s Southwest Grill

From May 6th to May 12th, if you spend $300 on Moe’s catering you can get a $50 eGift card when you use the promo code THANKYOU24 during checkout. This is a one-time only offer that expires on May 12th.

Sonic

From May 6th through May 20th, Sonic is offering five free deals for all Teachers’ Circle members: Buy one Sonic Blast, get one free, Buy one entree, get one free, free Sonic cheeseburger with any purchase, free large drink or slush with any purchase, free small side with entrée purchase. To take advantage of this offer, simply sign up for the Sonic Teachers’ Circle on the Sonic app (before May 6th), and then present your membership at the time of purchase.

TGI Fridays

TGI Fridays will be offering a free meal (from a select menu) to teachers with valid ID. Valid for dine-in on May 7th.

The Parking Spot

The Parking Spot is offering educators 25% off parking when you sign up with an associated education email account.

Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies & Deals (Predicted):

Subway

Through May 12th, Subway is offering Nurses and Teachers a chance to win a free Subway Series sandwich. All you have to do is go here, enter your information, and click submit. Subway is giving out up to 2,000 sandwiches per day and if you didn’t win today, the giveaway resets at 6 AM PST and you can enter again.

Firehouse Sub

Firehouse Subs is showing its appreciation by offering a special promotion for all teachers out there! Through May 12th, when you purchase a medium or large Firehouse sub, chips, and drink, you’ll receive a free medium sub! It’s the perfect opportunity to treat yourself and enjoy a delicious meal. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in some tasty subs while feeling valued and appreciated.

Whataburger

Through May 12th, teachers can enjoy a free weeklong breakfast at Whataburger in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week from 5am-9am! Also they can get 25% discount on all retail items in the Whatastore with the code WHATATEACHER23. Click here for more details.

Also, you can get free Whataburger with App Sign-Up. This offer is available both online and in-store. Get your free burger after signing up here.

Logan’s Roadhouse

It’s time to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with Logan’s Roadhouse. Through May 12th, Logan’s Roadhouse is offering a 20% discount on your entrée all week long! It’s a great time to indulge in some delicious food and relax after a long day of teaching.

Freddy’s

National Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner, and Freddy’s wants to celebrate with you. Through May 12th, all teachers and faculty members can enjoy a sweet treat from Freddy’s. Simply present your faculty ID, and you’ll receive a free mini single topping ice cream sundae!

Keep in mind that there is a limit of one sundae per teacher or faculty member, per day. So, make sure to stop by Freddy’s every day of the week to take advantage of this amazing offer.

Insomnia Cookies

To all teachers, daycare employees, and school staff! Insomnia Cookies wants to show their appreciation for all that you do during Teacher Appreciation Week. Through May 12th, you can receive a free 6-Pack of Classic Cookies with a $5 in-store purchase when you mention this deal and show proper ID.

This offer is available in-store only, and you can use your work ID, pay stub, or other official proof of employment as your ID. Keep in mind that this offer is limited to one per person.

O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar

Through May 12th, O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar is offering a free dessert when you purchase an entree at any O’Charley’s location and show a valid ID.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Calling all teachers! Through May 12th, you can receive 20% off your meal when you present valid ID at any Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in celebration of Teachers Appreciation Week.

But here’s the catch – you must be a member of the Perkins Restaurant & Bakery E-Club before May 8th to get this offer. Don’t worry though, signing up is easy and can be done online here.

Potbelly

This Teacher Appreciation Week, Potbelly Sandwich Shop wants to show their appreciation by offering a freebie. Through May 12th, educators who show their work ID at their local Potbelly restaurant can receive a free regular-sized soft drink or cookie with an entree purchase. This offer is only valid for in-restaurant orders.

Marble Slab Creamery

Marble Slab Creamery wants to celebrate Heroes Week by offering teachers a special promotion! Through May 6th, you can enjoy a buy one get one free small ice cream when you show a valid ID. Keep in mind that this offer is only valid for in-store purchases and cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts.

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