MLK Day 2026 falls on Monday, January 19, and it’s packed with fresh deals and freebies—from mattress blowouts and electronics markdowns to free popcorn and BOGO meals. Whether you’re shopping online or heading out, this is one of the best weekends to score winter clearance and early tax prep savings.
Freebies for MLK Day 2026
National Popcorn Day – January 19, 2026
MLK Day coincides with National Popcorn Day this year, and movie theaters are celebrating:
- AMC Theatres: Free popcorn refills with any size purchase.
- Regal Cinemas: Free small popcorn with ticket purchase for Regal Crown Club members.
- Cinemark: Bring your refillable bucket and get it filled for $5.
- Marcus Theatres: Free junior-size popcorn with any ticket purchase.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Every Monday—including MLK Day—BOGO burgers are back. Use code BOGOBURGER online or in-app, or ask in-store.
Pizza Hut
Through January 19, get buy one, get one free large one-topping pizzas when ordering online or via the app.
Best MLK Day 2026 Deals
Mattress & Bedding
- Nectar: Up to 50% off mattresses and 66% off bedding bundles.
- Helix: Save 25% sitewide with code MLK25, plus 2 free pillows.
- Bear Mattress: 35% off all mattresses and accessories.
- Birch: 20% off sitewide + free pillows with code NYS20.
Electronics & Tech
- Best Buy: Outlet Event with up to 50% off TVs, laptops, and headphones. Smart TVs start at $149.
- Walmart: Clearance on kitchen appliances—air fryers, blenders, and coffee makers starting at $24.
- Target: MLK Day deals on home organization, winter apparel, and electronics, including $100 off select Apple products.
Fashion & Apparel
- American Eagle: Up to 70% off clearance through January 20.
- Nordstrom: Designer Clearance—up to 70% off handbags, shoes, and apparel.
- Old Navy: 50% off jeans, outerwear, and activewear.
- JCPenney: Winter Blowout—up to 70% off apparel and 65% off home goods.
Home & Furniture
- Wayfair: Furniture Sale—up to 35% off sofas, rugs, and lighting.
- Anthropologie: 30% off select furniture and home décor.
- Lowe’s & Home Depot: Up to 35% off major appliances. (Presidents Day may offer deeper discounts.)
Beauty & Wellness
- ULTA: “Love Your Skin” Event—50% off skincare favorites through January 25.
- Bath & Body Works: Semi-Annual Sale continues with up to 75% off body care and candles.
Tax & Learning Tools
- TurboTax: Save $20–$30 on Deluxe and Premier editions—perfect for early filers.
- Babbel: Lifetime subscription for $169 (save $330)—great for New Year’s resolutions.
Planning to shop or snag a freebie this MLK Day? Let us know your favorite deal in the comments!
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