Nurse Appreciation Week Best Freebies and Deals 2026

Get ready to feel the love, nurses! National Nurse Appreciation Week 2026 runs from May 6 through May 12, celebrating the incredible hard work and compassion of nurses everywhere — and businesses across the country are showing their thanks with amazing freebies, discounts, and giveaways just for you.

Here’s a closer look at some of the best offers to enjoy this week:

– AllHeart is offering up to 20% off scrubs and lab coats, and 40% off underscrubs, prints, and socks thru May 14.Perfect for refreshing your work wardrobe or grabbing something special for yourself.

– Capriotti’s – Through May 12, nurses get 20% off in-store orders (excludes catering) when you present your nurses’ or teacher’s badge.

 

– Chipotle is giving healthcare professionals the chance to win a free burrito e-card ! Enter by May 12 and verify your employment through ID.me to score your burrito.

 

– Chick-fil-A – Select restaurants are offering nurses a free Free Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich or 8-ct Nuggets. when you present your nurse’s or healthcare ID. Check offers with your local Chick-fil-A.

– Einstein Bros. Bagels – Tomorrow, May 6, visit any participating Einstein Bros. Bagels location, show a valid work ID, and get one free Bagel & Shmear of your choice with the purchase of any item. The offer is only available for in-bakery orders.

– Grimaldi’s Through Friday, May 8, nurses can score 15% off all orders . Present a valid workplace I.D.

– La Madeleine is offering BOGO bakery items on May 6 through their Bonjour Rewards app — no ID required.

 

– McAlister’s Deli is giving out one (1) Big Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, ½ Sweet & ½ Unsweet Tea, or ½ Lemonade & ½ Sweet/Unsweet Tea from May 4 to May 8. Show your badge or ID in-store — no purchase necessary.

– HTeaO – Nurses get free half cups of tea. Bring a valid ID.

–Insomnia Cookies – Nurses can Buy One, Get One FREE classic cookie through May 12. Simply show a valid work ID. In-store only.

– Logan’s Roadhouse – Nurses can score 20% off entrees through May 12. Show a valid nursing/healthcare ID. Dine-in only.

– Noodles & Company – Through today, score 10% off catering orders of $150 or more when you use the code APPRECIATION2026

–Nothing Bundt Cakes – Through the 12th, Members can earn 100, 200, or 300 bonus points when purchasing a Single, Double, or Triple Bundtlet Tower. Sign up for the Bundtastic Rewards program to score these bonus points. Check your nearest store for unique or extended offers.

– Shake Shack –  Through May 12, bring your valid nurse ID to enjoy a FREE ShackBurger or Veggie Shack with a $10 minimum order. Order in person and show a valid work ID.

– Smoothie King – Show your work ID or badge to score 20% off in-store orders. Offer is valid through May 8.

– Sonny’s BBQ is offering nurses a free BBQ Pork, Turkey or Chicken Sandwich on your choice of garlic bread or a bun through tomorrow, May 6. This is for those who completed the form and signed up for Rewards (deadline April 30).

If you missed that, nurses can still have the chance to win a surprise BBQ feast on Sonny’s BBQ. Through May 6, they’re encouraging Random Acts of BBQ nominations for Nurses who go the extra mile. Ask someone to Nominate you for a chance to win a free feast!

– Tarte Cosmetics is offering 40% off  for medical professionals verified through a service like ID.me — perfect for treating yourself!

– The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – Through May 12, get a free brewed coffee or tea (any size, hot or iced) when you present your valid nurse/medical ID. Participating locations only.

🎁 Tips for Making the Most of Nurses Week Freebies

• 🩺 Always bring your nurse ID badge — most offers require it!
• 📲 Download any required apps ahead of time (like Bonjour Rewards)
• 💬 Mention the promotion at checkout or when ordering, just to be safe
• 🕒 Check expiration dates — some offers are one-day only!

❓ Nurse Appreciation Week FAQ

Q: Do I have to be a registered nurse to qualify?
A: Most offers are open to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other healthcare professionals — but check each offer for specific eligibility.

Q: Do I need to make a purchase?
A: Some offers do require a purchase (like Applebee’s), while others (like McAlister’s and Shipley’s) are 100% free with valid ID.

Q: Can I combine multiple offers in one day?
A: Yes! Make a self-care route of it and hit several stops — you deserve it!

From all of us — thank you, nurses, for your endless care and dedication!

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