Halloween can be an expensive holiday. Many households spend a ton on candy and costumes in celebration of the event. However, some find that Halloween puts a substantial strain on their budgets. Luckily, it’s possible to enjoy the holiday without breaking the bank. If you want to make your Halloween fun and affordable, here’s a look at some Halloween deals and freebies that may be available in your area.
Halloween Freebies
Blaze Pizza
At Blaze Pizza, anyone can get a free, full-size Crunch bar. Simple head to the curbside pickup area or inside to the pickup station and say “Trick or Treat.”
No purchase is required. However, supplies are limited. The promotion starts at 4:00 pm local time on October 31st, so get there fast if you want your free treat.
Chuck E. Cheese
The Halloween Boo-tacular at Chuck E. Cheese is going on until November 1st. Along with fun holiday-oriented meals and treats, many locations are hosting “touchless” trick-or-treating events and selling KIDZ BOP at Home Halloween Party Packs.
Plus, during October, children can receive a free treat bag if they arrive in costume or with the purchase of a 30 minute or longer All You Can Play card.
IHOP
From October 26th through October 30th, from 7:00 am until 10:00 pm, kids under 12 can get a free Mr. Mummy Pancake in-restaurant at IHOP. If you order online and spend at least $20, you can also snag the deal by using code FREEMUMMY at checkout.
Krispy Kreme
If you head to Krispy Kreme on Halloween and arrive in costume, you can get a free doughnut. The stores are also selling Scary Sweet Monster Doughnuts, allowing you to enjoy a treat with a fun, holiday-themed design.
Steak ‘n Shake
At Steak ‘n Shake, kids under 12 who arrive in costume on Halloween can get a free milkshake. Children can choose any available flavor, giving them a chance to get the exact kind of treat they want.
It’s important to note that some locations may not be participating. Contact your nearest restaurant in advance to see if they are taking part in the deal.
Halloween Deals
Applebee’s
At select Applebee’s locations, kids 12 and under eat for free with the purchase of a regular priced adult entrée. It’s a dine-in only offer, and customers have to mention the kids eat free deal when ordering to secure the discount.
It’s important to note that only AAG Applebee’s locations are participating likely to participate in the deal. If you aren’t sure if yours is taking part, it’s best to call your local restaurant in advance to check.
Bubba Gump Shrimp
On Halloween, kids eat free at Bubba Gump Shrimp. All you need to do is purchase an adult entrée, and you can secure the deal. The discount is limited to one per table.
Chili’s
During October, Chili’s Spider Bite ‘Rita is just $5. The deal is good until the end of October.
Chipotle
Starting on October 29th, Chipotle is holding a giveaway, giving customers a chance to land a BOGO entrée coupon. All you have to do is watch the company’s social media feeds for the keyword. Then, text the keyword to the designated number. If chosen, you can get a BOGO entrée deal on Halloween.
Dickey’s Barbeque Pit
Kids 12 and under who arrive in costume eat free on Halloween at Dickey’s Barbeque Pit. That deal only applies to dine-in. However, if you want to order carryout or curbside pickup, you can use coupon code SCARYSAVINGS to get $5 off a $25+ Family Pack order on October 31st instead.
Joe’s Crab Shack
At Joe’s Crab Shack, kids also eat free on Halloween with the purchase of an adult entrée. Costumes are welcome but not required.
McAlister’s Deli
On Halloween weekend at McAlister’s Deli, kids under 12 who dine in costume can eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. If you’d rather order online, you can use the code FREETREAT20 to get the same deal.
McDonald’s
Select McDonald’s locations are offering a Halloween Treat Pack coupon book filled with free item coupons for just $1. The coupons can only be redeemed by customers under the age of 13.
Not all McDonald’s restaurants are offering the treat packs. If you want to purchase one, contact your local restaurants in advance to check on availability.
Morton’s Steakhouse
In celebration of Halloween, Morton’s Steakhouse is offering a three-course dinner special for just $45 per person. The deal is available from October 29th through November 1st and includes a starter, entrée, and dessert. The deal only includes options from a limited menu, though it does offer enough choices to please most diners.
Wendy’s
Through October 1st, you can purchase a coupon book at Wendy’s for $1. Inside the booklet are five coupons, each for a free Jr. Frosty.
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Halloween can be an expensive holiday. Many households spend a ton on candy and costumes in celebration of the event. However, some find that Halloween puts a substantial strain on their budgets. Luckily, it’s possible to enjoy the holiday without breaking the bank. If you want to make your Halloween fun and affordable, here’s a look at some Halloween deals and freebies that may be available in your area.
Tamila McDonald is a U.S. Army veteran with 20 years of service, including five years as a military financial advisor. After retiring from the Army, she spent eight years as an AFCPE-certified personal financial advisor for wounded warriors and their families. Now she writes about personal finance and benefits programs for numerous financial websites.
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