It’s National Donut Day, Houston! While many of these kind of holidays seem to be organized willy-nilly – National Donut Day actually has a historical background. Originated in 1938, The Salvation Army created the holiday in honor of the those who served donuts and other snacks to soldiers in France during World War I. And so are donut chains across the United States. From Krispy Kreme to Shipley’s, these eateries are offering a sweet array of free donuts in Houston for National Donut Day this Friday, June 6th, 2025.
Krispy Kreme
The national doughnut chain is pulling out all the stops for National Donut Day this year. For one, customers can enjoy a free donut of their choice (any one!) at Krispy Kreme, with no purchase necessary. Furthermore, with the purchase of a dozen of any donuts, customers can enjoy and additional Original Glazed dozen for just $2. For the latter, use BOGO2 at checkout.
Multiple locations
River Oaks Donuts Houston
The beloved River Oaks-based donut shop – known for its one-of-a-kind and gluten-free donuts – are offering 6 free donut holes to the first 50 customers this Friday.
3601 Westheimer Rd.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Houston-headquartered do-nut chain, Shipley Do-Nuts, are turning National Donut Day into National Donut Month with deals running into June’s end. Each Friday this June, customers can score a free glazed donut with any purchase.
Multiple locations
Dunkin’
In celebration of the sweetest day of the year, the largest coffee and donuts brand in the country is offering one free donut with the purchase of any beverage. While there, you might want to check out the chain’s new limited-time merch made in collaboration with Stoney Clover Lane.
Multiple locations
Voodoo Doughnuts
The weird and wonderful donut makers are offering a special discount this National Donut Day with a dozen pink-raised glazed donuts priced at just $10. The purchase also includes an added bonus of one FREE doughnut of choice. Valid in-store only.
3715 Washington Ave.
1214 Westheimer Rd.
Tim Horton’s
Last but not least, Canadian-founded coffee and donut shop, Tim Horton’s, are offering a free donut to Tims Rewards loyalty program through to this Saturday, June 7, with the purchase of a beverage of any size.
Multiple locations.