20+ Birthday Freebies that are Actually Worth it (No Purchase Required)
Most birthday freebie lists focus on free food. While there are tons of food options worth mentioning, I wanted to make this list as inclusive as possible, so the only food included = coffee, juice, smoothies, and popcorn. All my vegan and gluten free friends can partake in the freebie fun! Check out the best free birthday gifts, birthday rewards, and birthday promotions here!
None of the birthday freebies require you to make a purchase to receive them. Only truly free freebies here!
Here’s how to treat yourself on your birthday without touching your budget. ⬇️
First, Prepare for the Freebies
I recommend you sign up for rewards (and add your birthday to your account!) at least one month before your birthday and download the apps so you can easily save and redeem the offers.
Check your email and app notifications at the beginning of your birthday month. Some offers are only valid for a few days or must be redeemed in-store. You don’t want to miss your freebies!
There are a couple fun options for redeeming your freebies. You could make a day of it and collect all your freebies on your actual birthday OR you could choose to add your birthday as a different month across rewards programs so you have freebies to look forward to year-round. This might be a good option if your birthday typically falls on a holiday when stores are closed. Just be aware that some programs may require an ID and you may only be able to redeem them on your actual birthday.
Another way to get additional birthday rewards is to rope in a partner who is uninterested in rewards so you can have theirs. What’s better than one Sephora freebie? Getting my husband’s freebie too! 😉
Let’s get to it!
Retail
You can receive a $5 Kohl's Cash reward during your birthday month. There are a surprising number of items at Kohl’s for under $5! Plus, if you go to a Kohl’s location with a Sephora inside, you can redeem your free Sephora birthday gift as well. Two freebies in one location!
The IKEA Birthday coupon typically offers $10 off a purchase of $10 or more during your birthday month. This coupon is sent via email and can be used both in-store and online.
CVS offers a $3 ExtraBucks Rewards birthday gift to members of its ExtraCare program. This reward can be used like store credit on most CVS in-store and online purchases.
As a Madewell Insider, you receive a $25 birthday reward during your birthday month. This reward can be applied toward a purchase of $26 or more, both in-store and online. Madewell Insiders also receive a $15 half-birthday reward.
Technically, you have to spend at least $1 to use the reward, but I love this store so much I don’t care. It’s going on the list!
J. Crew offers birthday rewards through its J. Crew Passport loyalty program, with benefits varying based on membership tier. Green Tier (free option) members receive a $10 birthday reward.
JCPenney offers a $10 CashPass Reward as a birthday gift to members of its JCPenney Rewards program. The reward can be used in-store or online.
Real Rewards loyalty members receive a $5 birthday reward that can be used at Aerie or American Eagle. The reward is valid for a single use during your birthday month.
Victoria’s Secret offers a $10 birthday reward to members of its VS & PINK Rewards program. This reward can be applied toward purchases both in-store and online during your birthday month.
Entertainment
Insiders (free rewards tier) receive a free large popcorn during their birthday month. Your birthday reward is automatically loaded to your AMC Stubs account on the first day of your birthday month. Many people have had success redeeming their free birthday popcorn without purchasing a movie ticket, but the policy may vary by location.
Cinemark offers a free large popcorn as a birthday reward for members of its Movie Rewards program. The birthday reward will be accessible in your account at the start of your birthday month and you have all month to redeem it. You can redeem your free popcorn without purchasing a movie ticket.
Makeup and Skincare
L’Occitane offers a birthday reward through its Passport to Provence loyalty program. During your birthday month, you'll receive an email with a code to redeem a complimentary gift, typically a popular mini product. You can redeem in store or online, but if you redeem online, you will need to make a $50 purchase to add the birthday freebie to your cart. You can redeem your birthday reward without a purchase in store. The birthday reward is valid for 4 weeks from the date you receive your birthday email.
Ulta Beauty offers a free birthday gift to members of its Ultamate Rewards program during their birthday month. The gift selection varies annually. Platinum and Diamond members receive an extra $10 off coupon valid in-store or online. The birthday gift cannot be redeemed at Ulta Beauty at Target locations.
Sephora's Beauty Insider program offers a complimentary birthday gift to members during their birthday month. The available gifts vary annually and by membership tier. Typically, you have three options to choose from. You can redeem in store at Sephora or at a Sephora Kohl’s location during your birthday month. There is no purchase necessary if you redeem in-store. If you redeem your gift online, you are required to make a $25 purchase to receive your birthday gift. You may be able to redeem your Sephora birthday freebie online with no purchase at Kohls.com during your birthday month.
Coffee
Free beverage of your choice during your birthday week. This reward is valid for 7 days, starting on your birthday. Must be a Caribou Perks member.
Free drink on your birthday. To receive this reward, you need to be enrolled in the Dutch Bros rewards program, either by downloading the app or creating an account online.
Iced Oat Milk Latte from Dutch Bros 💕
7 Brew offers a free drink on your birthday. To redeem this offer, you'll need to show proof of ID (like a driver's license) at a 7 Brew location on your birthday. This reward requires that you show ID and that you redeem it on your actual birthday.
Starbucks Rewards members receive a free drink on their birthday. To qualify, you must join the Rewards program at least seven days before your birthday and provide your birthday in your account. The free drink is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
Smoothies
Free 24 oz smoothie on your birthday. Download the app to receive the award in your account.
Free 20 oz smoothie on your birthday for Champion members. Regular members receive a 20 oz smoothie for $2. The birthday reward is automatically added to your account on your birthday. Redeem it in-store through the Smoothie King app. You can also order ahead and apply the free or $2 smoothie through the app.
Free Smoothie King Birthday Smoothie in the App
Nékter Juice Bar offers a free 16 oz. juice or smoothie to members of its Nékter Rewards program. This reward is available during your birthday month and can be redeemed through the Nékter app.
Jamba Juice offers a free small smoothie during your birthday month as a birthday reward through its Jamba Rewards program. To qualify, you must have spent at least $10 on Jamba products within the 12 months preceding your birthday.
Pressed Juicery offers a free beverage or treat during your birthday month to members of their Pressed Membership program. You must make at least one purchase in the 12 months prior to your birthday.
Birthday rewards and freebies are always changing, so be sure to check your email and app around your birthday to stay up to date.
Feel free to reach out to me at hello@exploringfinancialfreedom.com with any program changes you notice and I will update the post!