Frugal Family: Free Birthday Deals

Tons of local places boast free items and discounts for your birthday, or your whole birth month. Often these extra discounts require nothing more than signing up for a free online eClub, and sometimes they require nothing more than showing your ID.

Plan a whole day, or week, around free gifts and meals. There’s no limit to how many offers you can take advantage of. Many places offer extra gifts for other special occasions, or just for signing up. Some may require you sign up a month or two before your birthday month to make sure you get your special offers in time, so register early and get your coupons e-mailed to you in time for your birthday.

Whether you are looking for a free meal, dessert or a special coupon at one of your favorite participating retail locations, Patch has you covered. 

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The Deal: Get a free 2.5-oz scoop of ice cream on your birthday from Baskin Robbins when you sign up for their Birthday Club. 

The Fine Print: Must sign up with the Baskin Robbins Birthday Club.

Added Bonus: Receive other coupons and special promotions as a member of the Baskin Robbins Birthday Club.

Good through: Ongoing.

2. (Newark)

The Deal: Get a free burger on your birthday, no matter what your age, when you sign up for the Red Robin eClub.

The Fine Print: Must sign up for the Red Robin eClub.

Added Bonus: Receive Red Robin-related news when you sign up for the eClub.

Good through: Ongoing.

3.

The Deal: Sign up for T.G.I. Friday’s “Give Me More Stripes” program and receive special incentives, including a free dessert on your birthday.

The Fine Print: An entrée must also be purchased to receive your free birthday dessert. Must sign up for eClub.

Added Bonus: Receive a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert when you sign up for the club and a pass that will allow you to jump the line when you visit T.G.I. Fridays. The eClub is a rewards program where you will receive additional offers and discounts, sometimes including free food, just for being a member.

Good through: Ongoing.

4.

The Deal: Sign your child up for Geoffrey’s Birthday Club and receive tons of special perks, including a special birthday card, free gift and birthday phone call from Geoffrey.

The Fine Print: Children must be 2 to 10 years old. Must be a member of Geoffrey’s Birthday Club. Membership is free.

Added Bonus: Bring your child into the store on his or her birthday and receive special in-store treatment including a birthday crown, balloon and an in-store announcement! Also receive a party planner every year with helpful party-planning tips and a special offer.

Good through: Ongoing.

5. FUDDRUCKERS

The Deal: Join the Fudds Club and receive a special gift on your birthday, like a free burger.

The Fine Print: Must join the Fudds Club and be at least 13 years old when signing up.

Added Bonus: Also get a special gift when you sign up and on your Fudds Club anniversary.

Good through: Ongoing.