In case there wasn’t enough incentive to get out of the house on Election Day 2020, fast-food chains are now offering delicious freebies to celebrate the occasion.
Both voters and non-voters alike (because it’s illegal to offer freebies in exchange for votes) are eligible for a variety of discounts and free food starting Nov. 3. McDonald’s, for one, is giving away newly launched bakery items, including apple fritters, blueberry muffins and cinnamon rolls from now until Nov. 9 at participating restaurants, according to NJ.com.
Not to be outdone, Wendy’s is offering a free Classic Chicken Sandwich with any purchase through Nov. 8 to anyone who downloads their mobile app. And Krispy Kreme is making fulfilling one’s civic duty that much sweeter with a free glazed doughnut and a special voting sticker while supplies last Tuesday, USA Today reports.
Don’t fret if you’re up late awaiting the election results. Members of the Dunkin’ Donuts loyalty program can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee on Wednesday for some post-election pick-me-up.
Meanwhile, Subway and other restaurants are commemorating Election Day and National Sandwich Day simultaneously by offering discounts on subs.
Freebie-seekers can find a complete list of participating restaurants by selecting the “Perks” tab in the Grubhub or Seamless apps.
Food purveyors aren’t the only ones providing benefits to ballot casters. Both Uber and Lyft are offering discounted rides to polling stations, while Planet Fitness is giving away a free workout and massage from Nov. 3 through Nov. 8.
Here’s a list of some freebies you can score on Election Day and in the coming days, including some exclusive to poll workers.
McDonald’s
The chain will offer its new pastry items for free with the purchase of a hot or iced coffee through its app from Tuesday through Nov. 9 and can be used once a day.
Wendy’s
Get a free Classic Chicken Sandwich with any purchase through Nov. 8.
Krispy Kreme
Show your “I Voted” sticker Tuesday and get a free Original Glazed Doughnut, while supplies last.
Dunkin’ Donuts
DD Perks loyalty program members get a free medium hot or iced coffee during Free Coffee Wednesdays starting Nov. 4 and all Wednesdays through Dec. 23 at participating locations.
Subway
Subway MyWay Rewards members can get a buy-one-get-one-free offer on any footlong sub through Wednesday.
Grubhub & Seamless
The apps will have as many as 30 special offers in the “Perks” tab, including the likes of 7-Eleven and California Pizza Kitchen.
DoorDash
For Election Day, the delivery app will have free delivery on all orders with a $15 minimum using promo code “VOTE” at checkout. DashPass subscribers will get 10% off orders with code “DPVOTE” at checkout.
Boston Market
Boston Market will give away one free slider at all locations nationwide Tuesday from 9 p.m. to close with no purchase necessary.
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Get a buy-one-get-one-free pizza coupon code emailed at Unos.com/pizzavote, valid for dine-in or takeout at participating locations through Election Day.
Chili’s
The Presidente Margarita will be $5 and you’ll get a free commemorative sticker through Election Day.
Chopt
Poll workers can show their badge at the salad chain Tuesday for a free meal up to $15.
Shake Shack
Poll workers can get a free sandwich through Election Day by showing their official badge.
Tim Hortons
Tims Rewards members get one free dark roast coffee between 6 p.m. and 7 a.m. through Nov. 8.
Burger King
Burger King is offering $3 off orders of $18 or more through the Grubhub app.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Get a free turkey sub and free delivery on orders of $10 or more on orders placed through Grubhub on Election Day.