75+ Educator Deals to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8, 2026) is a time to celebrate all the educators who go above and beyond to make a difference for students. We want to celebrate you all week and also make it easier to take advantage of all the recognition you deserve.

What Freebies Are Available for Teacher Appreciation Week? 

Read below to learn more about many restaurants, stores, and online retailers offering freebies and discounts for Teacher Appreciation Week. If you’re a principal, share it with your teachers. And if you’re a teacher: thank you for all you do!

We’ve rounded up some of the free offers available to educators below: 

Free Food and Treats at Restaurants for Teacher Appreciation 

• Abuelo’s: Teachers get a free queso throughout the school year, until May 31. On Teacher Appreciation Day, teachers get 20% off their entire check.
• Applebee’s: Many locations are offering either a free appetizer or dessert with an entrée purchase. Check your local Applebee’s for available offers.
• Aroma Joe’s: Present your ID for a free drink of any size.
• Atomic Wings: Educators dining in on Tuesday, May 5, receive a free snack-sized order of wings.
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Receive a free order of 6 traditional or boneless wings with any $10 purchase.
• Burger King: Burger King is expected to offer free fries for educators with any purchase. Watch for app alerts to find out about your local offer.
• Chick-fil-A: Many locations gave free breakfast or lunch to teachers last year; check with your local store for this year’s promo.
• Dickey’s BBQ Pit: Last year, Dickey’s offered a free Big Yellow Cup with a $10 purchase. Check in for this year's offer.
• Firehouse Subs: Teachers using the Firehouse Rewards app get BOGO sub deals. Download the app to learn about available perks.
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard: Teachers get a free mini sundae with a valid school ID.
• The Green Turtle: School staff receive a free meal when dining in on May 5.
• Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Teachers receive 15% off their entire order.
• Hat Creek Burger Co.: All school employees receive a free "Little Hat Burger" on May 5.
• Huddle House: Enjoy a free meal from a select menu on Teacher Appreciation Day.
• Insomnia Cookies: Last year, teachers with a valid ID received a free classic cookie all week.
• Jeremiah’s Italian Ice: Free small Ice or Gelati on Teacher Appreciation Day. Watch their social media channels to confirm the offer for 2026.
• Logan’s Roadhouse: Present your ID for 20% off any entree during the week.
• McAlister’s Deli: McAlister’s is giving a free beverage (iced tea or lemonade) to teachers and a catered lunch giveaway.  
• McDonald’s: At many locations, teachers who present their ID can get free coffee or breakfast products.
• Mod Pizza: Look for BOGO mod-size pizza or salad offers during the week.
• Peter Piper Pizza: Teachers can get a free personal pizza in-store from 3-7 p.m. during Teacher Appreciation Week.  
• Potbelly: Free cookie or fountain drink with entrée purchase all week. 
• RaceTrac: Last year, educators could get a free medium coffee. Watch for 2026 announcements soon.
• Raising Cane’s: School staff can receive one free 22 oz. tea or soft drink every day throughout the month of May.
• Shake Shack: Teachers get a free milkshake with valid school ID.  
• Shipley Do-Nuts: Get a free half-dozen glazed donuts with any purchase for loyalty members.  
• Sonic: Join the "Teachers’ Circle" in the Sonic app by May 5 to receive exclusive free food rewards.
• Starbucks: Last year, educators could receive a tall brewed coffee at many locations. Check your local Starbucks for offers.  
• TGI Fridays: Participating locations offer a free entree for teachers on May 5.
• Vitality Bowls: Educators receive a discount on all orders throughout the week.
• Whataburger: Visit between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. for a free breakfast entree (e.g., Breakfast on a Bun or Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit).
• Which Wich: On May 5, present your school ID for an exclusive in-store discount.
• Zaxby’s: In 2024, they offered a BOGO Boneless Wings Meal for rewards members. 

Free and Discounted Classroom and Art Supplies for Teacher Appreciation 

• Blick Art Supplies: Educators receive supply discounts and access to free lesson plans.
• Books-A-Million: Sign up for an Educator Card for 20% off classroom items and special shipping rates.
• Crayola: Take 20% off select products using an educator promo code. Check the website for details.  
• Half Price Books: Educators can save 10% year-round with an Educator Discount Card.
• JOANN: Get 15% off every purchase with Teacher Rewards.
• Office Depot: Earn 30% back in Bonus Rewards on qualifying in-store purchases during the week. 
• Staples: Teachers got free supply kits with ID last year. Arrive early—supplies run out fast. Teachers can also get 20% off in-store purchases.  
• Target: Verified teachers receive a 10% discount on select school supplies and classroom decor.

Teacher Appreciation Digital Freebies for Educators 

• Canva for Education: Always free for teachers. Sign up to access classroom-ready design tools.
• Headspace: Free annual subscription for educators. Register with your school email.
• Loom for Education: Free video recording platform for teachers.  
• Microsoft Office 365 Education: Free access with school email. Includes Word, Excel, Teams, and more.
• WeAreTeachers: Free printable posters available each year. Grab 2025 designs on their site. 

Many restaurants and retail businesses are also offering discounts for Teacher Appreciation Week: 

Teacher Appreciation Restaurant Discounts 

• Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza: 20% off with teacher ID. Check with your local restaurant for 2026 deals.  
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Teachers get 20% off all week with ID.  
• BurgerFi: 20% off orders with teacher ID last year. Likely to return.
• Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Large drinks were $5 for teachers last year. Check for this year's deal soon.
• Firehouse Subs: Teachers using the Firehouse Rewards app get BOGO sub deals. Download the app to learn about available perks. 
• Golden Corral: Teachers got 20% off their meal, Monday to Friday last year, with school ID.
• Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Teachers receive 15% off their entire order.
• Happy Joe’s: 10% off at participating stores. Check with your location.
• HTeaO: In 2025, teachers got 50% off drinks. Keep an eye out for 2026 deals.
• Logan’s Roadhouse: Present your ID for 20% off any entree during the week. 
• Mod Pizza: Look for BOGO mod-size pizza or salad offers during the week.
• Mountain Mike’s: $15 off any pizza during Teacher Appreciation Week.
• Noodles & Company: They have offered $15 off catering with a promo code. Check for this year’s deal.  
• Salata Salad Kitchen: Enjoy 20% off your meal with a valid school ID.
• Tijuana Flats: Last year, educators got 20% off. Check in-store for details. 
• Vitality Bowls: Educators receive a discount on all orders throughout the week.
• Which Wich: On May 5, present your school ID for an exclusive in-store discount.
• Zaxby’s: In 2025, they offered a BOGO Boneless Wings Meal for rewards members.

Teacher Appreciation Retail and Tech Discounts 

• Academy Sports: Get 10% off your in-store or online purchase.
• Adidas: Save 30% online or 15% at outlet stores.
• Ann Taylor: Educators save 15% in-store.
• Apple: Educators can get up to $200 off eligible devices.
• AT&T: Teachers receive special wireless plan pricing.
• Cole Haan: Educators can get a 20% discount on footwear and accessories.  
• Crocs: Teachers receive 15% off full-priced shoes online.
• Dagne Dover: Educators can get a 20% discount.  
• Dockers: Teachers receive 25% off apparel.
• Eyemart Express: Get 20% off eyeglasses with a valid school ID.
• Half Price Books: Educators can save 10% year-round with an Educator Discount Card.
• Hanes: Educators receive 10% off clothing for the entire family.
• J.Crew: Take 15% off in-store or online purchases.
• KitchenAid: Save 15% on most appliances sitewide.
• L.L. Bean: Eligible educators receive 10% off outdoor gear.
• LOFT: Educators receive a 15% discount on full-price items every day.
• New Balance: Get 15% off footwear and apparel.
• Peacock TV: Teachers are eligible for a discounted premium account.
• Ray-Ban: Educators can save 15% on eyewear.
• Reebok: Save up to 50% online through the teacher discount program.
• Saatva: Receive $225 off mattress orders of $1,000 or more.
• Samsung: Access up to 30% off eligible electronics.
• Stitch Fix: Teachers receive a discount on their first "Fix" after verifying eligibility.
• Tarte Cosmetics: Enjoy 40% off verified purchases.
• Vineyard Vines: Take 15% off your entire online order. 

From all of us at Edmentum—thank you, educators, for the difference you make every day. We hope this list helps you take advantage of the recognition you so richly deserve.