National Hamburger Day falls on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This day celebrates one of America’s most beloved foods—the hamburger. Many popular burger chains are offering special deals and freebies to mark the occasion.
Why May 28?
The exact reason May 28 became National Hamburger Day is unclear. According to the National Day Calendar, it might be linked to its closeness to Memorial Day and the start of the outdoor grilling season. Regardless, hamburgers are a staple in American diets year-round.
Hamburger Popularity in the U.S.
Americans eat roughly 50 billion burgers annually. On average, each person consumes about 26 burgers a year from restaurants, drive-throughs, and other food outlets, according to research by Circana through March 2025. Burgers and cheeseburgers rank among the top favorite dishes in the country. A YouGov survey shows hamburgers have an 83% popularity rating, tied with fried chicken and grilled cheese sandwiches. Cheeseburgers follow closely at 82%, just behind french fries and mashed potatoes.
Burger King’s National Hamburger Month Deals
Burger King kicked off National Hamburger Month with daily deals for members of its Royal Perks loyalty program. Key offers include:
May 26: Buy one Whopper, get one free
May 27: Free Original Chicken Sandwich with any purchase of $1 or more
May 28: Free Hamburger with any purchase of $1 or more
Other Notable Deals for National Hamburger Day
Bad Daddy’s: Bacon Cheeseburger on Steroids for $10 on May 28
Buffalo’s Cafe: Canyon Burger with Tumbleweed Potato Chips for $11.99 (dine-in and online)
Buffalo Wild Wings: Half off any burger for takeout or delivery on May 28 using promo code GOBURGER (not valid for dine-in)
Checkers & Rally’s: Cheese Double combo for $3 from May 27 to 29
Dairy Queen: Buy one Signature Stackburger, get a second for 99 cents from May 26 to June 1 for DQ Rewards members
Additional Offers
Smashburger: All single burgers for $5.28 on May 28 with promo code JUST528, available for dine-in and online orders
Wendy’s: 1¢ Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with any purchase from May 28 to June 2 via the Wendy’s app
Farmer Boys: BIG CHEESE® burger for $4 on May 28 for VIF members
Celebrate the Day
National Hamburger Day is a great excuse to enjoy a classic American meal. Whether you prefer grilling at home or visiting your favorite burger joint, there are plenty of deals to make the day special. Be sure to check local participating locations and apps for availability and terms.
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