Inside: Fun ways for families to celebrate National Donut Day.
National Donut Day (Doughnut Day) is celebrated each year on the first Friday in June. This year we get to celebrate on Friday June 5, 2026!
This fun food holiday stared in honor of the Salvation Army Lassies. The Salvation Army Lassies are the women who served doughnuts to soldiers during WWI.
It is said that National Doughnut Day began during the First World War.
Today there are a lot of fun ways to celebrate National Donut Day including with free donuts from many bakeries and coffee shops in the United States.
Places to Get Free Donuts For National Donut Day
Head to one or multiple of these places to enjoy a free donut for National Donut Day.
Be sure to check and make sure your location is participating in National Donut Day promotions before you visit.
If you have any other local donut shops you might want to check their social media pages or call to see if they have any special promotions for National Donut Day this year.
More Fun Ways to Celebrate National Doughnut Day
If you’re looking for another way to celebrate National donut days we’ve got you covered with a few fun ideas.
Make your Own Donuts
Find a yummy donut recipe and make your own tasty doughnuts at home.
Do a Donut Craft
Do a donut craft or draw a picture of a donut. (Art for Kids Hub has a fun tutorial)
Take Doughnuts to a Friend
While you’re getting your free donut day donuts grab a few extra to take to a friend.
Play a Game with Donuts
Have fun playing a game with donuts. You could use donut holes for tic tac toe or Don’t Eat Pete. You could also hang donuts on a string and have a donut eating contest.
I hope you have fun celebrating National Donut Day.
For more fun holidays to celebrate this summer check out these posts:
25+ Fun Holidays to Celebrate in June
Fun Holidays to Celebrate in July
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