What Is National Hamburger Day?

National Hamburger Day, celebrated every May 28th, honors one of America’s most iconic culinary creations. Originating in the U.S. in the late 19th century, the hamburger has evolved from a simple ground beef patty into a gourmet staple with endless variations. This tasty holiday celebrates the burger’s delicious legacy with sizzling specials across the country.

National Hamburger Day Freebies & Deals for May 28

Here’s where you can score discounted (and even free!) burgers in celebration of this beloved day:

  • Arby’s – BOGO free sandwich for Rewards members.
  • Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar – Signature Bacon Cheeseburger on Steroids for $10 on May 28.
  • Bar Louie – Buy a $25 Burger Pass and get a free burger on your next visit, plus $9.95 burgers through Dec. 31.
  • Buffalo’s Cafe – Canyon Burger with Tumbleweed Chips for $11.99 (dine-in and online).
  • Burger King – Royal Perks members can redeem a hamburger for 125 Crowns (normally 250) all May. On May 28, get a free hamburger with a $1+ purchase.
  • Dairy Queen – Buy-one-get-one for $0.99 Signature Stackburgers through June 1 (in-app only, Rewards members).
  • Dog Haus – Earn 25 bonus points with any Haus or Big Belly Burger order.
  • Epic Burgers – Enjoy an Epic Burger for just $5 on May 28.
  • Farmer Boys – VIF Rewards members get a Big Cheese burger for $4 (app only).
  • Friendly’s – Download the app and join the Fan Club to get a free Founder’s Burger (available through May 31).
  • Good Times Burgers – Big Daddy Bacon Cheeseburger for $8.
  • Habit Burger & Grill – BOGO Charburgers with promo code 2CHARS (May 26 – June 1, CharClub members only).
  • Happy Joe’s – Try the Super Max Pizza, a burger-inspired pizza mashup.
  • Hurricane Grill & Wings – Steak burger with fries for $9.99.
  • Jack in the Box – Free Jumbo Jack with a $5+ order.
  • Kroger & Affiliates – 6-pack of Private Selection Chuck Patties for $6.99 with digital coupon (May 28–31).
  • Krystal – Krystals for just $1 with code KRYSTALDAY (app/online only).
  • Logan’s Roadhouse – Original Roadies for $11.99 or All-American Cheeseburger for $12.99, with sides and drinks included.
  • Native Grill & Wings – My Native Burgers for $8 (dine-in or online).
  • Perkins – Burger, fries, and pie trio for $9.99.
  • Shake Shack – Free single ShackBurger with $10+ order (May 26 – June 1, use code BURGERMONTH in app or kiosk).
  • Smashburger – Any single burger for $5.28 with promo code JUST528 (in-store, app, or online).
  • TGI Fridays – Big Queso Energy Burger with fries for $10 (regularly $16.39, dine-in only). Rewards members save 30% on dine-in orders May 27–28.
  • The Greene Turtle – BOGO free burgers on May 28.
  • Wahlburgers – 50% off Brothers’ Choice Burgers with code hamburgerday (May 27–29).
  • Wayback Burgers – Classic Burgers for $5 on May 28.
  • Wendy’s – 1¢ Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with any purchase (May 28 – June 1, app only).
  • Whataburger – Rewards members who order Whatameals #1–8 on May 28 are entered to win free Whataburger for a year!
  • White Castle – $25 gift card for $19.21; also get 6 sliders for $4 (buy in multiples of six).

Final Tip

Most of these offers require apps, reward memberships, or promo codes—so be sure to download, register, or sign up ahead of time to make the most of National Hamburger Day!

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