The word “pretzel” is derived from the Italian word “pretiola,” which means “little rewards.” And every year on April 26, National Pretzel Day, the little rewards are everywhere. That goes double if you love a butter-laden carb as much as I do.
On this twisted food holiday, we see deals from national pretzel sellers like Auntie Anne’s, Wetzel’s Pretzels, Pretzelmaker, and more — and some of these restaurants are even giving pretzels away.
So are you ready for your little rewards? Here are the discounts and free pretzel deals for National Pretzel Day 2025.
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National Pretzel Day is an annual 1-day event with free and cheap pretzels.
Pretzel Day celebrations let you get free pretzels without making a purchase at places like Auntie Anne's, Philly Pretzel Factory, and Wetzel's Pretzels. Other places discount their pretzels half-off, or require a purchase of a drink or coffee.
National Pretzel Day happens every year on April 26.
National Pretzel Day is on April 26 every year. In 2025, it's a Saturday. This food holiday was created in 2006 by the Governor of Pennsylvania to celebrate the fact that Pennsylvanians eat more pretzels than any other state in the U.S.
National Pretzel Day Deals 2025
Auntie Anne's: This year, Auntie Anne’s is celebrating National Pretzel Day by offering rewards members an in-app reward for a free Original or Cinnamon Sugar pretzel in store on April 26, 2025 (from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.). Limit one offer per person.
Ben's Soft Pretzels: Visit any Ben's Soft Pretzels location on April 26, 2025, and donate at least $1 to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation (proceeds help Gold Star and first responder families), and you'll get an Original Jumbo Pretzel for free.
Lenny & Larry's: Save 15% sitewide, including Fitzels, plus get free shipping at Lenny & Larry's when you use promo code SITE15 at checkout. Offer valid through April 27.
Miller's Ale House: Get a FREE warm Bavarian pretzel with any online purchase of $49 or more at Miller's Ale House when you use promo code PRETZEL25 checkout.
Philly Pretzel Factory: On April 26, Philly Pretzel Factory is celebrating National Pretzel Day by giving every customer who walks through their doors a free pretzel (regularly $1).
Pretzelmaker: On National Pretzel Day 2025, Pretzelmaker is giving away a free small Original Pretzel Bites, salted or unsalted in-store. Plus if you sign up for the Pretzelmaker’s Rewards app by 11:59 p.m. on April 26 you'll get $5 off an order of $20 or more starting April 27. You must redeem the offer in-store or online within 14 days of signing up.
The Greene Turtle: This year, enjoy 50% off Bavarian Pretzel Sticks with the purchase of a meal or handheld at The Greene Turtle. Offer for dine-in only.
Wetzel’s Pretzels: Like every year, if you visit a Wetzel’s Pretzels in 2025 (from 3 p.m. to close), you'll get a free Original pretzel. No purchase necessary.
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