Teacher Appreciation Week Deals (2026): Freebies & Discounts

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’ve rounded up a list of freebies, discounts, and special deals happening right now. Share this with your teachers so they can take advantage of it!

Most of these deals require a valid school ID and may vary by location, so it’s always a good idea to check your local store or app before heading out.

Teacher Appreciation Week Food & Drink Deals

Shake Shack: Teachers get a FREE ShackBurger or Veggie Shack with a $10 purchase from May 4-12 with a valid ID and in-store only.
Whataburger: Teachers get a FREE Breakfast Entree on May 7 from 5-9 am.
SONIC: Teachers, faculty, and staff can join the SONIC Teachers’ Circle by downloading the SONIC App, creating an account, and selecting “I’m a Teacher” in settings. Teachers will receive free snacks, BOGO deals, and more!
Chipotle: Teachers can enter for a chance to win a free entrée e-gift card through May 12, 2026.
Insomnia Cookies: Teachers, professors, and other educational faculty members will receive a free 6-pack of Classic cookies with purchase. Visit your local location with valid school identification to redeem this deal.
Buffalo Wild Wings: From May 4 – 10, teachers get 20% off their dine-in orders with a valid school ID.
Smoothie King: Show your school ID and get 20% off your in-store order at any location (some stores may offer additional deals)!
Grimaldi’s Pizza: From May 4 – 8, teachers can enjoy 15% off all orders at any Grimaldi’s location when you present a valid ID.
Chick-fil-A: Participating Chick-fil-A restaurants are offering teachers a freebie, like a Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, waffle fries, or a drink. Note that these deals may require you to order using a specific method: online, in-app, or in-store. Check your location for specific details.

Teacher Appreciation Week Shopping & Travel Deals

Michaels: All Teacher Appreciation Week teachers get a 15% discount on total purchases, including sale items, by verifying educator status through Michaels Rewards.
Great Wolf Lodge: Teachers and support staff can get up to 40% off reservations booked. You will need to verify your ID before reserving a room online.
Target: members of Target’s free-to-join Target Circle loyalty program can receive 10% off one storewide purchase.
Staples: Get 20% off in-store and a free gift through May 11, 2026.

However you’re celebrating this week, don’t forget to pass this along to the teachers in your life so they don’t miss out.

For even more ways to celebrate your teachers, check out these guides: