How to Get a Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut on May 7 for REAL ID Day

In recognition of REAL ID day, Krispy Kreme is offering every customer a free glazed doughnut on May 7, 2025, at participating locations.

"As Americans race to state DMVs to meet the May 7 REAL ID deadline, Krispy Kreme is sweetening the rush – and relieving the stress – with a surge of FREE Original Glazed Doughnuts," Krispy Kreme announced in a May 2, 2025, press release.

"Next Wednesday, May 7, Krispy Kreme will give all guests one free Original Glazed doughnut all day in shop or via drive-thru at participating shops, limit one per guest, no purchase necessary and no ID required!" the chain wrote.

“The DMV can be stressful enough in normal times, but we know May 7 is going to be ‘next level’ stress for many Americans trying to get their REAL ID,” said Dave Skena, Chief Growth Officer of Krispy Kreme, in the release. “So, we’re going to keep this simple. Come by on May 7 and have a free Original Glazed doughnut on us, no REAL ID – or any ID – required.”

What does the fine print say? Is there a catch?

"Offer available 5/7/2025 at participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shop locations and is subject to availability. Limit 1 redemption per guest in shop & drive thru only. Not valid in Puerto Rico, or outside of dedicated retail Krispy Kreme Doughnut shops. Not redeemable at grocery, convenience stores, or McDonald's restaurants," it reads.

Since the chain doesn't list participating restaurants, it might be worth calling ahead to your local Krispy Kreme to make sure they're participating.

According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, "On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities." The department has a fact sheet that answers common REAL ID questions.

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