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National French Fry Day Deals
Many chains are offering free or discounted fries through apps, rewards programs and minimum-purchase deals to mark National French Fry Day.
On Friday, July 10, 2026, restaurants across America are celebrating National French Fry Day with free and discounted fries, including major chains McDonald's, Wendy's, and Arby's offering deals through loyalty apps.
Following a 2022 petition from Checkers and Rally's, the National Day Calendar fixed the holiday on the second Friday of July, timing that resonates with Americans who rank fries as the nation's most popular food at 87%.
A 2025 study by Talker Research for McCain Foods reveals Americans eat at least 17 pounds of fries annually, totaling more than 5.6 billion pounds consumed nationwide each year.
Most promotions require loyalty program membership or mobile app ordering to redeem; Wendy's demands a $5 purchase while McDonald's sets a $1 minimum transaction threshold.
Extending celebrations beyond today, Jack in the Box offers free fries on tomorrow, July 11, while Sheetz members can redeem free fries with a $10 purchase through Thursday, July 16.