Happy Easter! Freebies & Deals for Today!

Posted on Apr 05, 2026. All pictures shown are for illustration purpose only.

Easter Sunday arrives with a welcome wave of relief for budgets big and small, and this year’s basket of freebies and limited-time deals is especially stuffed. From kids-eat-free dining to discounted family meals and sweet treats, there’s something here for every schedule and craving. Whether you’re squeezing in brunch before an egg hunt, planning an afternoon museum visit, or grabbing a to-go feast to keep the kitchen clean, today’s offerings stretch your dollar without skimping on the celebration. Hours of operation and participation may vary by location, so call ahead or check your local spot before you head out.

How to make the most of the day

Set your plan from brunch to bedtime: begin with free or discounted breakfasts and coffee, let mid-day bring a museum outing or photo op, then roll into dinner with a family meal deal or prix fixe. Book any required reservations early, confirm participating locations, and have promo codes ready in your apps. If you’re juggling different tastes, combine a buffet option with a to-go dessert, or split the day between a kid-approved lunch and an adults-first dinner. The best savings stack when you pair rewards memberships, in-app exclusives, and time-limited codes before they expire later today or in the next day or two.

A mom’s take on family-friendly wins

As a mom with hungry kids and a calendar that never quits, I love the mix of truly free offers alongside discounted meals that actually feed a family. Kids-eat-free at Applebee’s is a clear early win if you’re already buying an adult entree, and the free 4×6 Easter photo at Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s makes for a no-cost memory between errands. The museum admission perk through select bank cards is a lifesaver when the weather turns and the kids still need a day-out adventure. I keep an eye on to-go bundles from places like Golden Corral and Perry’s for a stress-free dinner at home, then sweeten the deal with shareable desserts like Nothing Bundt Cakes’ Bundtini Eggs. The only challenge is timing: reservations, reward windows, and location participation can make the hunt a little more like, well, a hunt—worth it, but plan ahead so you don’t miss your moment.

Today’s Easter freebies and deals

Applebee’s: This Easter Sunday, kids eat FREE. Valid on April 5, 2026 only. Dine-in only, with a qualifying adult entree purchase. Limit of 2 children, aged 12 and under. Participating locations only; verify with your local restaurant before you go.

Bank of America: Museums on Us is available to Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit cardholders during the first full weekend of every month. One free general admission per individual cardholder. The next free days are April 4 and 5, 2026.

Bass Pro Shops / Cabela’s: Free 4×6 Easter photo. Reservations are open through April 5.

Captain D’s: $5.99 Crispy Crunchy Shrimp Full Meal Deal includes four Crispy Crunchy Shrimp, a batter-dipped fish fillet, a classic side, hushpuppies, and sweet & sour sauce. Or get the 8-piece Crispy Crunchy Shrimp & 2-piece Fish Meal for $10.99. Offers valid through April 5.

Carl’s Jr.: Rewards members get a free regular-size iced coffee with any a la carte breakfast burrito purchase during breakfast hours. Offer valid through April 5.

CR Wine Bar & Bistro: Celebrate Easter Sunday with a $48 prix-fixe brunch (starter, entree, dessert, and seasonal sips like Blood Orange Peach Bellinis, Italian Spritzes, Mimosas, plus CR’s curated wine list). Dinner offers a $42 prix-fixe and 40% off all bottles of wine. Brunch 10:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; dinner 4:00–9:30 p.m. Reservations recommended.

Dairy Queen: Through April 6, check your Dairy Queen Rewards app for a Buy One Blizzard, Get One for just 99 cents offer. New accounts may take up to 24 hours for the offer to appear.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Take $10 off Group Packs now through April 6 with code EASTER10. Available nationwide in-store, online, and on the Dickey’s app.

Domino’s: Any pizza with up to 7 toppings (6 for Pan and NY Style) for $9.99 each from 2/23/26–4/6/26.

Dog Haus: The Easter Burger Bunny has a surprise for Haus Rewards members. Find the hidden Easter Egg to unlock a FREE Cheeseburger Slider, valid through April 10, 2026, for members who joined before Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Eddie Merlot’s: Special Easter brunch buffet on Sunday, April 5, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., plus the full dinner menu from 4 p.m. to close. Brunch is $79 for adults and $24 for children aged 10 or under. Burr Ridge, Lincolnshire, and Warrenville offer a brunch buffet 10–2:30 p.m., and a dinner buffet 3–9 p.m. Exclusions may apply. Reserve a table.

Edible Arrangements: Take 15% off and receive a free Bunny Pop on the Easter collection and select arrangements from April 1 through April 4 with code BUNNY15.

Golden Corral: Celebrate Easter with dine-in favorites like Carved Glazed Ham served on the buffet all day, or order Easter Meals To Go. Pick-up begins March 30 with orders placed at least 72 hours in advance. For Easter Sunday pick-up, place orders by Thursday, April 2. Each meal includes Carved Glazed Ham or Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes + gravy, two additional sides, a dozen yeast rolls, and a whole cake or pie.

Hash Kitchen: Over-the-top brunch boards, creative chef-driven dishes, and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Breakfast and lunch served until 4 p.m.

Jason’s Deli: From March 30–April 6, Deli Dollars Rewards members get $5 off any $20 purchase. Guests who check in during their visit also receive an Easter bounceback reward ranging from 50 bonus points to a BOGO entree offer.

Logan’s Roadhouse: From March 31–April 5, buy a $50 online gift card for $40 (limited-time, online-only offer).

Long John Silver’s: Limited-time holiday deal: Eight-Piece Family Meal for $20 with code 8PC20 when ordering online or via the app. Most locations are open on Easter; hours vary.

Nothing Bundt Cakes: New, limited-time Bundtini Eggs arrive March 23. Festive Easter egg containers can be filled with any Bundtinis, topped with bunny decorations—available as a single, half dozen, or dozen. Seasonal flavor fills include Banana Pudding Bundtini and the brand’s beloved Carrot Cake.

O’Charley’s: Now through Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, gift a $100 e-card for $75 or a $50 e-card for $40 (restrictions may apply).

Olive Garden: Buy One, Take One meal deal for a limited time—enjoy one entree in-restaurant and take a second entree home for one bundled price.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille: Celebrate with a Double-Smoked, Triple-Glazed Ham Easter Meal ($49) with classic steakhouse sides on April 5 from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. for dine-in or to-go. A family-style ham meal serving four is $149 (to-go). Or choose the 3-Course Sunday Supper featuring the Famous Pork Chop ($49) and early Easter Sunday opening with $14 brunch cocktails from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Pre-orders run March 2–April 5.

Pizza Inn: The Peeps Pizzert is back on the buffet through April 5, featuring a Bavarian cream base, green Easter grass sugar crystals, and classic yellow Peeps chicks—served alongside Pizza Inn’s pizzas, pasta, salad, and signature desserts.

Pluckers: $1 wings all Sunday long.

Sonic: Rewards members get half-price drinks and Sonic Slushes when ordering online or in-app. Offer valid through April 5.

Subway: Get a free footlong with the purchase of another footlong through April 28. The offer is available via the Subway app and website with promo code FLBOGO for existing Sub Club members and anyone who joins during the BOGO period.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Celebrate Easter with lunch or dinner on Sunday, April 5. Doors open at 11 a.m., with all your Sullivan’s favorites for family and friends.

Sunny Street Café: Kids can complete an Easter egg coloring sheet while dining in; once turned in, they receive a voucher for a FREE Kids Meal on their next visit. Valid through April 5.

Teriyaki Madness: From April 3–5, MAD Rewards members get 20% off any order of $20 or more (max $8 discount). Members also earn 2X points on Saturday or Sunday for any order placed through the app.

White Castle: Save $5 on a Crave Case of 30 sliders with in-store coupon or promo code HOOPSCRAVE online or in-app. Limit one coupon per person per visit. Valid through April 5, 2026.

World Market: In-store daily from March 16–April 5, hunt for the Golden Egg to score $20, $50, or even $100 in rewards.

Is the hunt worth your time?

Many of today’s deals are true freebies or deep discounts that meaningfully cut the cost of feeding a family or planning a full day out.
Stackable savings through rewards apps, promo codes, and in-restaurant specials squeeze even more value from a single outing.
Kid-focused perks—like free children’s meals, coloring activities, and photo ops—turn errands into experiences without adding to the budget.
Flexible options, from buffets and prix fixe to to-go meal bundles, meet a range of schedules and dietary preferences.
Short redemption windows motivate you to plan efficiently and capture high-value offers before they expire.
Location participation varies, so a lack of local availability can turn the savings hunt into a time sink.
Some offers require reservations, specific time slots, or app membership steps that add logistics on a busy holiday.
A few deals include fine print—age limits, dine-in-only rules, and order-ahead deadlines—that can derail last-minute plans.

Last-minute planning checklist

Confirm store and restaurant hours, since holiday schedules can shift. Verify participation for location-specific promos like kids-eat-free or special brunches. Reserve ahead for photo ops and prix fixe brunches where possible. Load all apps, codes, and rewards accounts: EASTER10 for Dickey’s, 8PC20 for Long John Silver’s, FLBOGO for Subway, and HOOPSCRAVE for White Castle. If you’re hosting, lock in to-go bundles early; if you’re roaming, line up two or three backup options near each other so you can pivot if a venue is full. Most of all, build in a little whitespace—today’s best memories tend to happen between the savings.

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