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Lego Unleashes $450 Godzilla Set. How to Get 2-Foot-Tall Toy

and on November 3, 2026

Buy the $449.99 set between Nov. 27 and 30 and Lego throws in a free 359-piece logo set, a perk that comes with a fan-designed build.

Hungry After Voting? Krispy Kreme Offering Free Donut on Election Day

and on November 3, 2026

Flash an “I Voted” sticker or simply tell the staff you cast a ballot, and the glazed donut is yours, no purchase required.

Aldi Is Giving Away $10,000 in Groceries. How to Enter

and on November 2, 2026

Entries open Nov. 9 and no purchase is necessary, but eight Western states are excluded, so check eligibility before you start decorating.

Want Thanksgiving Guests to Help? Butterball Has a Fix

and on November 2, 2026

Butterball’s free turkey-shaped gadget chimes and vibrates to pass chores to guests, and it doubles as a kitchen timer after the holiday.

Get National Sandwich Day Deals at Subway, Jersey Mike’s, More

and on November 2, 2026

Jimmy John’s, Potbelly and Firehouse offer BOGO and free-sub deals on Nov. 3, but several require a rewards account or a minimum order.

How to Get a Free Turkey from BJ’s Wholesale Club

and on October 30, 2026

Members who spend $150 in one transaction between Oct. 31 and Nov. 9 can claim a free Butterball turkey, but supplies are limited.

7-Eleven Launches Korean Menu. See Items, Prices and Availability

and on October 28, 2026

Rewards members can pair a 20-ounce Coke or Pepsi for just $1 with Bibigo dumplings or gochujang wings through Jan. 6, 2027.

6 Things You’re Paying for That You Can Get Free

on October 27, 2026

Whole industries are built on selling you things Washington already hands out. One of them could be on your card statement right now.

Starbucks Announces Red Cup Day Date, Return of Viral Bearista Cups

and on October 26, 2026

Starbucks’ collectible reusable cup arrives Tuesday, Nov. 17, and last year’s bonus was a 10-cent discount for bringing any cup back.

Scare Up a Halloween Food Deal. See Where to Find Freebies, Discounts

and on October 26, 2026

Burger King’s BOGO Whopper Jr., Krispy Kreme’s costume-day freebie, and a $6 Chipotle entrée highlight the deals stretching across Halloween weekend.

More Wonka Candy Is Coming to Life. Here’s How to Win a Golden Ticket

and on October 26, 2026

Ferrero’s new limited-edition Wonka treats hit stores in November, and a QR code offers a shot at a trip for four to Las Vegas.

Dollywood Reveals What’s Coming in Its First Full Season without Dolly

and on October 24, 2026

A $124.99 Summer Fun Pass offers the cheaper route in, but current passholders have until Nov. 1 to renew at $159.99-$354.99.

Cracker Barrel Adds New Dishes to Its 2026 Holiday Menu

and on October 21, 2026

Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes are on the menu, but the sweetest detail may be the free $5 bonus card for holiday pickups on Nov. 23 or 24.

Dunkin’ Code Gets You Free Coffee Today

and on October 21, 2026

Only one million codes exist for this app promo, and it unlocks a free coffee in any size on any drink, including the Halloween menu.

Delta Now Offers Free Wi-Fi Across the Pacific. There’s One Catch

and on October 20, 2026

Delta’s free Wi-Fi now reaches Asia-Pacific flights, but the only requirement is a free SkyMiles membership, and some routes still have connection gaps.

Lay’s to Release New Thanksgiving-Inspired Chip Flavors

and on October 19, 2026

Holiday Turkey and Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes hit shelves Oct. 25, and a sweepstakes offers chip bowls, a multicooker and more.

‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ Is Free to Watch This Weekend

and on October 17, 2026

Non-subscribers can stream the 60th-anniversary Halloween special free on Apple TV through Oct. 18, but the rest of Peanuts is subscriber-only.

Bought a Home Since 2019? You May Be Owed a Piece of $120 Million

on October 16, 2026

A lawsuit says home buyers paid commissions they never saw. Some of that money could come back, but only if you act by Oct. 27.

Get a Free Dunkin’ Bat Cup Sleeve Today. Here’s How

and on October 16, 2026

Dunkin’s limited-edition Bat Cup Sleeve is free with any Berry Battie Daydream Refresher, but only one sleeve per order at participating locations.

Californians, You May Have Food Assistance Benefits Expiring Soon

and on October 15, 2026

Roughly $106 million in unspent SUN Bucks could vanish, since federal rules wipe out summer food money 122 days after it loads onto a card.

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