It’s not your imagination, February was a long month this year – in fact, it’s been longer than most of 2020 so far.
Welcome to Leap Day, that strange quadrennial event that helps the Gregorian calendar catch up with the Earth’s orbit. It means an extra day of winter for America, yes, but it also keeps the seasons in sync — and, once again, retailers are making the most of the day by offering all kinds of freebies and discounts.
This is a good day to ignore the diet, especially if you’re one of those rare people who claims today is your birthday (which usually results in even more gifts). Here’s a look at some offers to keep an eye on while you’re out and about.
Free and Cheap Food for Leap Day 2024
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Customers can get a free Cinnabon Pull-Apart at breakfast time while supplies last. The new menu item originally went on sale on Monday
Chipotle
Members of Fast-Casual’s Rewards Program are able to receive a free serving of guacamole on Leap Day for any order placed online or through the company’s app.
Krispy Kreme
The donut chain never lets an event day go unnoticed. Patrons who order a dozen Original Glazed Donuts can get a second dozen for $2.29 on Thursday. (And if it’s your birthday, you’ll get a dozen free—no purchase necessary.)
Noodles & Company
Noodles Rewards members can take 29% off their orders of $29 or more.
legal seafood
Feeling extra hungry? Get two lobsters from the seafood chain for $29.
melting pot
It’s unclear if this special is being offered at every location, but at least at the Bedford/Burlington, Cincinnati, and Minneapolis Melting Pots, you can get cheese fondue, salad, and chocolate fondue for $29 per person. , or take $29 off “The Big”. Night out for two”.
insomnia cookies
You can get a bonus cookie with every six or 12-pack. And if your birthday is on the 29ththYou’ll get a free six-pack.
Marco’s Pizza
Get 29% off any menu-priced pizza by using code LEAP29.
Other Leap Day Deals and Freebies
staples
The office supply chain is giving its EZ Rewards members 29,000 free passport photos in stores. However, you have to take the picture today.
build a bear
Is it your birthday today? Build-A-Bear will let you build… well, a bear… for just $4 today. (The rest of us will have to pay full price.)
Great Wolf Lodge
Book a trip on Leap Day, using the code LEAP, and you can check out the overnight stay for just $29.
planet health
Again, it’s unclear how widespread this is, but in Massachusetts, at least, everyone, including non-members, will be able to get a free workout at the fitness center.
