Halloween Is Not Just for Trick-or-Treating: How to Score Major Restaurant Deals and Spooky Savings This Season

Halloween has long been celebrated as a night for costumed children, neighborhood door-to-door adventures, and an abundance of sweet treats. However, in recent years, the spooky holiday has increasingly become a prime opportunity for adults and families alike to secure major bargains on meals, fast-food favorites, and festive dining experiences.

According to data compiled by the National Retail Federation, consumer enthusiasm for the autumn holiday remains exceptionally high. The organization reports that approximately 74% of Americans are planning to celebrate Halloween, marking an increase from 73% the previous year. With everyday economic pressures and affordability remaining top of mind for households nationwide, many consumers have adjusted their purchasing habits by starting their holiday shopping much earlier than usual.

Overall spending on the holiday is projected to reach an estimated $13.5 billion, climbing slightly from the $13.1 billion recorded a year prior, based on comprehensive survey data of nearly 7,900 consumers. Interestingly, while aggregate national spending is expected to rise due to broader participation, individual budgets are seeing a slight contraction. A separate financial lifestyle study released by LendingTree surveyed 2,000 consumers and revealed that the average individual plans to allocate approximately $162 toward Halloween festivities this year, down notably from the $192 average reported in the previous year.

For consumers looking to stretch their holiday dollars further without sacrificing the fun, a wide array of restaurants, fast-food chains, and coffee shops are rolling out special promotions, limited-time menu items, and freebies. These deals span the weeks leading up to the holiday, culminating in special offers on Halloween itself. Whether diners are seeking a quick bite while escorting children through the neighborhood or looking to treat themselves to themed entrées and desserts, the food industry is fully embracing the spooky season.

Burger King’s BOGO Whopper Jr. Halloween Deal

Fast-food giant Burger King is stepping up its holiday offerings with a classic buy-one-get-one promotion alongside a slate of themed menu items. On Halloween, members of the chain’s Royal Perks loyalty program can purchase a Whopper Jr. and receive a second one entirely free of charge. This digital-exclusive deal can be accessed directly through the official Burger King mobile application or by visiting the company’s website.

Beyond the core menu discount, Burger King has introduced several limited-time products designed to capture the holiday spirit. Among them is the Vampire’s Bite Strawberry and Sprite, a beverage that blends traditional lemon-lime soda with sweet strawberry-flavored syrup, served uniquely through a Sour Punch Sip-n-Chew Straw. Additionally, the chain rolled out a Hello Kitty and Friends King Jr. Kids Meal to appeal to younger fans and collectors as the autumn festivities get underway.

Krispy Kreme Halloween Doughnut Freebie

Doughnut enthusiasts seeking a sweet reward for their holiday efforts can take advantage of a nationwide promotion from Krispy Kreme. Customers who visit a participating Krispy Kreme shop while wearing a costume will receive a free Original Glazed or Classic Ring Doughnut. The promotion requires no purchase and runs across multiple days leading up to and including the holiday.

In addition to the freebie, the chain has launched a specialized lineup of four holiday-themed doughnuts celebrating classic Looney Tunes characters. The collection features artistic representations of Bugs Bunny, Tweety, Sylvester, the Tasmanian Devil, and Lola Bunny. These character-themed treats are available for a limited time at participating storefronts, where they can be purchased individually, mixed into standard assortments, or bought as a complete set in the Looney Tunes Halloween Specialty Dozen. Select grocery stores and external retailers are also stocking the specialty collection.

TGI Fridays Special Halloween Treats

Casual dining staple TGI Fridays is leaning into the spooky aesthetic throughout the entire month of October with a pair of distinct holiday menu additions. Diners visiting participating domestic locations can order the Creepy-Crawly Brownie Obsession, a warm brownie sundae designed with festive flair, or Dracula’s Kiss, a dragon fruit margarita distinctively served inside a decorative medical-style blood bag. Both items are priced at $10 each and are available exclusively for dine-in customers across the country.

Applebee’s Hallowings Buckets Deal

Neighborhood grill and bar chain Applebee’s has introduced a high-volume holiday special centered around its popular chicken offerings. The restaurant is offering Hallowings Buckets, which come packed with 20 boneless wings for $12.99. The promotion is available for to-go and delivery orders placed through the company’s website or mobile application without requiring a promotional code.

The restaurant is also running its customary late-night half-price appetizer specials at participating locations, alongside a seasonal gift card incentive. Diners who purchase a $50 gift card will receive two $10 bonus cards. Furthermore, Applebee’s has rolled out a limited-time Spooky Sips beverage menu featuring $6 cocktails, mocktails, and dirty sodas, complemented by a selection of sizzling skillets starting at $12.99.

Bojangles’ Bite Night Event and Bite Boxes

Southern chicken chain Bojangles organized a pre-Halloween promotional event known as Bite Night, inviting customers wearing costumes to receive a free six-piece order of its popular Bo Bites chicken tender pieces. The one-day event took place at participating restaurants across several regions, including Florida, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Memphis, Dallas, and Oklahoma City.

For customers looking for a full meal option throughout the season, Bojangles continues to offer its specialized Bite Boxes while supplies last. These meals feature combinations of six, nine, or 12 Bo Bites, a signature buttermilk biscuit, a beverage, and—at select locations—three caramel sauce Donut Bites accompanied by a salted caramel dipping sauce, with base pricing starting at $9.29.

Pizza Hut’s Haunt Box and a BOGO Deal

Pizza chains are also capitalizing on the holiday rush, with Pizza Hut introducing the My Haunt Box, a customizable meal package housed within three distinct collectible Halloween-themed boxes available through early November. Starting at $6.99, the meal allows customers to select items such as a Personal Pan Pizza, wings, and fries, with options to upgrade ingredients or add a 20-ounce bottle of the exclusive Mountain Dew x Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch.

In addition to the seasonal boxes, Pizza Hut has structured a post-holiday incentive for regular customers. Those who order a large three-topping pizza will automatically receive a digital deal allowing them to purchase a medium pizza and get a second one free during the first week of November. Hut Rewards loyalty members receive the offer automatically, while non-members can register online to claim the promotion.

Chipotle’s ‘Boorito’ Halloween Deal

Chipotle Mexican Grill is bringing back its long-running annual Boorito promotion for loyalty program members. On the evening of Halloween, members of the Chipotle Rewards program who visit a participating restaurant wearing a costume can purchase a standard entrée—such as a burrito, bowl, salad, or order of tacos—for a flat rate of $6, offering a significant discount off typical menu pricing. The promotion begins in the mid-afternoon and runs through closing time, remaining a fixture of the brand’s autumn marketing efforts.