Krispy Kreme is offering high school and college graduates a free three-pack of Original Glazed doughnuts on May 21 for Class of 2026 celebrations, while also bringing back the Original Glazed Lemon Filled doughnut and running a separate limited-time deal star
On May 21, Krispy Kreme is betting that the moment graduates step into the spotlight—tassels turned, diplomas in hand—deserves something sweet, not just applause.
The doughnut chain says it will offer high school and college graduates from the Class of 2026 a free three-pack of Original Glazed doughnuts on Thursday. May 21. To get the reward. graduates must visit a Krispy Kreme store wearing Class of 2026 gear or graduation regalia. including a cap. gown. tee. medals. or all of the above. The offer can be redeemed in-shop or through the drive-thru. Krispy Kreme also limits it to one three-pack per guest.
Alison Holder, chief brand & product officer at Krispy Kreme, framed the promotion as a payoff for finishing strong. “You did the work. passed the tests. and made the memories – now it’s time for a little treat. ” Holder said in a news release. “Class of 2026, this is your sweet reward. You earned every bite.”.
The same announcement also brings a product back for a limited run. Krispy Kreme said it is returning the Original Glazed Lemon Filled doughnut to shops across the United States starting May 18. The chain said it will remain in stores permanently if customer demand is strong enough.
When it comes to where customers can find the Lemon Filled doughnut, Krispy Kreme said it will be available in-store and for pickup or delivery through its app and website. It will be sold individually and by the dozen, according to the company.
Graduates are not the only ones with a deal on the calendar. Starting May 22 and running through May 25. customers can buy a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for $2 when they make a regular purchase of any dozen or 16-count Minis. Krispy Kreme set redemption limits at two per guest in-shop or via drive-thru. For online orders, it caps purchases at one per guest using promo code “BOGO2.”.
A few dates do most of the work here—May 18 for the return of the Lemon Filled doughnut, May 21 for the Class of 2026 three-pack, and May 22–May 25 for the $2 dozen offer tied to other purchases—making the chain’s spring push feel built for repeat visits rather than a one-off promo.
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