Halloween 2017 Complete Guide To Free Food Deals And Family Fun

Halloween 2017 offers numerous freebies and deals across various categories including food, retail, and family entertainment. Many establishments are providing special offers on October 31, requiring either a costume, purchase, or simply a visit. This guide compiles the verified Halloween freebies and deals available to U.S. consumers during the 2017 Halloween season.

Food and Restaurant Freebies

Many restaurants and food establishments are offering free items or special deals on Halloween 2017. These offers vary by location and may require a costume, purchase, or simply a visit.

Bakery and Dessert Freebies

Several bakery and dessert chains are offering free items on Halloween:

• Krispy Kreme: Customers wearing costumes can receive one free doughnut of their choice at participating U.S. and Canada locations on October 31. Additionally, while supplies last, customers can get a free glow-in-the-dark bucket when they purchase a 24-count of doughnut holes for $5.99 or purchase just the bucket for $3.99.

• Nestle Toll House Café: Participating locations offer a free regular chocolate chip cookie on October 31 to both adults and kids who either wear a costume or show their best smile.

• Insomnia Cookies: At more than 100 locations, customers wearing a costume on Halloween can receive a free traditional cookie. This in-store offer expires at 3 a.m. on November 1, local time. Limit is one cookie per guest.

Restaurant Specials

Numerous restaurant chains are providing Halloween deals:

• Applebee's Neighborhood Grill: Families dining at participating locations with costume-wearing kids 12 and younger can receive up to two free kids' meals with the purchase of an adult entrée. The special is available at locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in Florida, Georgia, New Jersey and Long Island. Other locations may have similar specials, so it's recommended to check with the closest location.

• Baja Fresh: Club Baja members can get a free kid's meal on Halloween with the purchase of an adult entrée using an email coupon. Members need to sign up at www.bajafresh.com/clubbaja as the coupon is sent out Halloween morning.

• 99 Restaurants: Kids 10 and younger eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée on Halloween. One free kids meal is available for every adult meal purchased. The chain also offers a Halloween to-go meal deal for $35.99, which feeds four to six people.

• BurgerFi: On October 31, customers in costume will receive a FREE small custard at participating BurgerFi restaurants nationwide. Limit is one per guest, with no substitutions. Customers need to mention the offer or show the post on the restaurant's Facebook page.

• Burger King: At five locations across the country, the first 500 visitors dressed as clowns can receive a free Whopper between 7 p.m. and closing time.

• El Fenix: Customers can get a free ghost-shaped sopapilla when dining in on Tuesday. To receive this deal, customers need to request it. Limit is one per person, per visit.

• Chuck E. Cheese: Participating locations will give away free slices of Candy Corn Pizza on the hour, every hour from 4 to 8 p.m. on Halloween, while supplies last. Additionally, through Halloween, kids can get 50 free tickets when they visit wearing their Halloween costumes.

Retail and Store Specials

Several retail establishments are offering Halloween specials and freebies:

• Baskin-Robbins: On October 31, customers can get an ice cream cone for $1.50 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at participating locations. More details are available on their Facebook page.

• Bass Pro Shops: From October 27-31, Bass Pro Shops offers Halloween events for kids including free crafts, a pumpkin bean bag toss game for prizes, trick-or-treating, a parade, and free photos. Multiple events occur each day, and the full schedule is available on their website. At most stores, festivities take place 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday and 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday. On Halloween, trick-or-treating starts at 5 p.m. followed by a costume parade at 6 p.m. Costume parade participants receive a freebie while supplies last.

• Redbox: By texting RETURN to 727272, customers can get a code for a free one-day DVD rental or $1.50 off a Blu-ray or video game rental. The code expires on November 4.

Kids' Activities and Events

Beyond food and retail, many venues are offering special Halloween activities for children:

• Bass Pro Shops: As mentioned, the store hosts its annual Great Pumpkin Celebration with free kids' activities and photos for Halloween.

• Chick-fil-A: Multiple Chick-fil-A restaurants typically offer Halloween activities for children, though specific details for 2017 are not provided in the sources.

Consumer Behavior and Spending

According to a survey by Offers.com of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers, the average consumer will spend over $75 total on Halloween candy, costumes, and other essentials. The survey found that most consumers (35 percent) will spend Tuesday night passing out candy or trick-or-treating. Decorating and carving pumpkins are both tied for 17 percent of activities, while partying and dressing up are tied for 12 percent. The remaining 7 percent will celebrate Halloween with a visit to a haunted house.

Tips for Maximizing Halloween Freebies

Based on the information provided, here are some tips for consumers looking to take advantage of Halloween freebies:

1. Check participating locations: Many offers are only available at specific locations, so it's important to verify participation with local establishments.

2. Prepare costumes: Several offers require customers to wear costumes, so having appropriate attire ready is essential.

3. Sign up for loyalty programs: Some offers, like Baja Fresh's free kids meal, require membership in a loyalty program, so signing up in advance is recommended.

4. Check social media: Some offers may be announced or verified through social media platforms, as with Baskin-Robbins directing customers to their Facebook page.

5. Be aware of time limits: Many offers are only available on October 31 during specific hours, so timing visits accordingly is important.

6. Know the terms and conditions: Some offers have limitations, such as one per guest or requirement to make a purchase, so understanding the terms helps avoid disappointment.

Conclusion

Halloween 2017 presents numerous opportunities for consumers to enjoy free food, discounts, and family activities. From free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme to complimentary kids meals at various restaurant chains, there are plenty of ways to celebrate without straining the budget. By planning ahead, verifying participation, and understanding the terms of each offer, consumers can maximize these Halloween freebies and enjoy the spooky season to the fullest.

Sources

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6. USA Today: Halloween freebies: Where to get spooky specials Tuesday
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