Krispy Kreme Is Giving Grads Free Doughnuts This Thursday-How To Get Yours
As if graduation wasn't exciting enough, Krispy Kreme is rewarding the Class of 2026 with free doughnuts.
With commencement season in full force, the doughnut chain is ready to celebrate all the hard work and effort with a sweet treat on the house-well, actually three.
"You did the work, passed the tests, and made the memories – now it's time for a little treat," Alison Holder, chief brand and product officer at Krispy Kreme, teased about the upcoming promotion. "Class of 2026, this is your sweet reward. You earned every bite."
How to Score Free Krispy Kreme Just for Graduating
Later this week, Krispy Kreme is giving away free three-packs of its Original Glazed doughnuts to graduates-with one stipulation: you must dress up, showing the part.
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According to the release, graduates looking to enjoy a free three-pack of original glazed doughnuts must arrive wearing Class of 2026 gear or graduation regalia, such as a cap, gown, tee, medals, you get the idea.
The offer is valid in stores and at the drive-thru exclusively on Thursday, May 21. It's not applicable to third-party retail treats, like those sold at Target and your local grocer, but it can be ordered for pickup or delivery via the Krispy Kreme app and website. The one-day deal is also limited to one 3-pack per guest (okay, so technically there is more than one stipulation).
That said, it doesn't matter whether you're tossing your cap after high school, celebrating a college diploma, or moving from pre-K to kindergarten. As Krispy Kreme said, it's making all 2026 graduations a little sweeter.
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This story was originally published May 20, 2026 at 12:01 AM.