From Burger King to Shake Shack, these mouth-watering offers are too good to pass up today only.
Let’s be honest — any day is a great day for a burger. But National Hamburger Day on Thursday, May 28, 2026, hits different when your favorite chains are practically giving them away. Whether you’re a drive-thru devotee or a sit-down-and-savor type, there is something on this list with your name on it. Grab your phone, download an app or two, and get ready to eat well without breaking the bank.
America’s Undeniable Love Affair With Hamburgers
Burgers are practically a cultural institution. They rank fourth among the country’s most beloved dishes, according to YouGov’s The Most Popular American Dishes poll. The numbers back it up — U.S. consumers spent $115 billion at burger chains in 2025, per Technomic research. That’s 20% of all consumer spending at chain restaurants annually. Not just a craving — a full-blown commitment.
Burger King’s Big National Hamburger Day Move
Royal Perks loyalty members score a free hamburger with any $3 or more purchase at participating locations via the BK app or bk.com. Royal Perks members also unlock four months of Spotify Premium free with a $10 purchase — for new subscribers only, through June 13. Lapsed Spotify users (inactive 30-plus days, no welcome-back offer redeemed in 24 months) get two months free. After the trial, Spotify Premium is $12.99 a month.
More National Hamburger Day Deals Worth Every Bite
Burger King isn’t the only one showing out. Here’s where else to cash in:
- Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar: Try the May-special Smashadilla Burger — quesadilla buns, taco-seasoned smash patties, Monterey Jack, pico de gallo, chipotle ranch, and crushed avocado with red salsa.
- Big Buns: Thompson Table Rewards members get a free Classic Burger with any purchase, May 28–31, in-store and online.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: New rewards members get a free burger with a $15-plus purchase.
- Carl’s Jr. / Hardee’s: My Rewards members get buy-one-Famous-Star-get-one-for-a-penny on May 28. New sign-ups that day get the deal automatically.
- Checkers & Rally’s: Buy one Classic Burger May 27–28, get one free.
- Del Taco: Buy one Double Del Cheeseburger, get one free, May 28–30.
- Dairy Queen: DQ Rewards members get $1 off any Signature Stackburger all week (May 25–31).
- Hard Rock Cafe: Buy one, get one Classic Smashed Burger free from 3–6 p.m. Unity loyalty members get one on the house.
- Hat Creek Burger Company: Limited-time Pitmaster Stack collab with Terry Black’s Barbecue — chopped brisket, BBQ sauce, melted cheddar, pickles, and crispy onion rings.
- Jack in the Box: Free Jr. Jumbo Jack with any $1-plus purchase May 28, plus a limited Smashed Jack Sliders Munchie Meal with a chance to win $75,000.
- Red Robin: Red’s Double Burger with bottomless side and drink for $9.99. Royalty members earn double points on two or more May purchases.
- Shake Shack: Use code FREEBURGER on the Shack App or online for a free ShackBurger with any $10 order through May 31. Also enter to win free burgers for a year.
- Smashburger: Any single-patty Smash Burger is $5.28 nationwide. Use promo code 528SINGLE online or in the app.
- Whataburger: Rewards members get a free Whataburger with medium fries and drink on May 28 — and a shot at winning free Whataburger for a year (50 winners).
Don’t Sleep on These National Hamburger Day Savings
Most of these deals are app-exclusive or tied to loyalty programs, so signing up before heading out is well worth the extra minute. Offers move quickly, and some disappear by the end of the night, so don’t wait too long to place your order. Scroll less, order first, and enjoy the savings while they last. Now go get that burger before the deals are gone.
Source: USA Today
