Happy Birthday!… It’s your special day!!! Especially in today’s economy, everyone could use a little treat now and then, am I right? So why not make it special extra by having that treat on your birthday?! For kids, it makes their big day feel exciting, and for parents… well, hopefully this list will make your day a little sweeter when you add another candle onto the birthday cake (especially if that cake is free). Blow your horn and get partying with our Guide to Birthday Freebies in Toronto and the GTA…

Please note that these deals are accurate to the best of our knowledge but are subject to change. We are also only including entries substantiated through the company’s Canadian website for full disclosure. Did we miss a great freebie? Let us know by emailing us at toronto@familyfuncanada.com!

Birthday Freebies — Food and Drink

Applebee’s
Sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive an email offer for a birthday treat, which is usually a dessert, with a minimum purchase of $15.

Arby’s
Love roast beef? Then, become an Arby’s Insider and provide your birth date to be sent a special birthday treat via email.

Baskin Robbins
When you join their loyalty program called Club 31, you get a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday, as well as other discounts and offers throughout the year.

Benihana
Register for The Chef’s Table and receive a complimentary $30 Benihana Birthday Certificate during the month of your birthday!

Booster Juice
This Canadian smoothie chain offers a free regular size smoothie from the Classics category when you become a Booster Rewards member and sign up a minimum of 7 days before your birthday.

Boston Pizza
Signing up for the MyBP Email Club and enjoy a free birthday dessert (for dine-in only) with a coupon that arrives by e-mail.

Buffalo Wild Wings
At this popular chicken wing chain, get six free wings during your birthday month!

Chatime
For a free and delicious milk tea drink at any of Chatime’s Ontario locations, join their rewards program and register your birthday at least 7 days before your birthday.

Chipotle
Get a free burrito on your big day when you sign up for Chipotle’s rewards club.

COBS Bread
Mmmm, cinnamon… Get a free birthday cinnamon bun and a scone on your half-birthday from COBS Bread when you sign up for their COBS Club Program at least 7 days before your birthday.

Cora’s
This Quebecois breakfast chain offers 3x points on your birthday when you become a Cora Enthusiast (member of their loyalty program) — Bonne fête!

Chuck E. Cheese
Join Chuck E. Cheese’s birthday club and receive free gifts, including gameplay, upgrades and discounts for the whole family!

Cleo 
My Connection members get exclusive birthday Gifts for a little something extra on your special day.

Dairy Queen
Sign up for the Blizzard Fan Club and receive a BOGO coupon for your birthday.

DAVIDsTEA
Join the DAVIDsTEA Frequent Steeper club and receive 5 steeper points towards a free cup of tea.

Denny’s
Dine in on your birthday and show your ID to get a FREE birthday Grand Slam Breakfast (at select locations).

East Side Mario’s
Join the East Side Mario’s famiglia and let them know it’s your birthday to receive a free dessert (with meal purchase).

Edible Arrangements
Join their Edible Rewards program for birthday freebies, including a free six-count chocolate-dipped fruit box on your birthday.

The Great Canadian Bagel
Join The Bagel Birthday Club and get a free half-dozen bagels (not including Super Bagels).

Harvey’s
Sign up for the Harvey’s newsletter and receive a free pie on your special day.

iHalo Krunch
Named in our favourite Ice Cream Shops in Toronto, get a free cone with proof of ID.

Hotel Gelato
Head to Eglinton West for a FREE gelato on your birthday once you’ve signed up for their newsletter.

Impact Kitchen
Get a free birthday smoothie when you join Impact Kitchen’s loyalty program.

Jack Astor’s 
Sign up for their mailing list (found at the bottom of the main page) and get exclusive offers. Rumour has it the birthday offer is a free dessert, but check with your preferred location for confirmation.

Jersey Mike’s
When you sign up for the Jersey Mike’s Subs Email Club, get a free sub and drink on your birthday.

Jugo Juice
Register for Jugo Juice Rewards and get a free large smoothie to sip on for your special day, plus extra personalized offers.

Kettlemans’ Bagels
If you’re having a hankering for Montreal-style bagels, check out Kettlemans who gives birthday celebrants an entire dozen bagels! (when you sign up for their app 30 days before your birthday)

Lone Star Grill
Sign up for Lone Star’s reward program, The Sizzle, and dig into a free dessert on your birthday (with a minimum food & non-alcoholic beverage purchase of $30 before taxes).

Mandarin
Sign up for the Mandarin Dish (at least two weeks before your big day) and receive special promotions, including a birthday coupon.

Marble Slab
When you sign up to join the Marble Mail club at least 48 hours before your birthday, you’ll receive a “sweet surprise” in your inbox.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
Sign up for My Smileage and give them your birthday details to receive $5 in Menchie Money on your birthday.

Monga Fried Chicken
Start collecting points to redeem them for freebies plus a free birthday Baoger (Signature Fried Chicken).

Montana’s
Sign up for their Grill Lover’s Club to get two birthday deals: 10% off your meal and a free dessert (with a minimum purchase of $30).

Nando’s 
With their Peri-Points rewards program, you can redeem points toward a “special birthday treat”!

New York Fries
Join the NYF Fry Society loyalty program and get rewarded with a free Regular Size Fries on your birthday! (once your purchases reach $50 pre-tax)

Nothing Bundt Cakes
Join the ECLUB to receive a free Bundtlet (personal-size bundt cake) on your birthday!

Quizno’s
Buy one get one regular sub at Canadian locations of Quizno’s with their loyalty rewards. 

Red Lobster
Sign up for Fresh Catch News to get “Surprise Birthday Offer” on your birthday (when you join at least 10 days prior to your birthday).

South Street Burger
Join the Birthday Club (at least 72 hours before your big day) and get a BOGO free burger coupon for your birthday.

Starbucks
Join Starbucks Rewards to earn Stars, get access to mobile ordering, and get a free drink or food item of your choice on your birthday.

Subway
Join MyWay Rewards for special offers and “birthday freebie” on your birthday.

Swiss Chalet
Subscribe to the Rotisserie Mail program and receive a sweet treat on your birthday.

Tim Hortons
Join the Tim’s Rewards program (at least a week before your birthday) and get a special birthday surprise offer.

What a Bagel
With the presentation of valid photo ID, celebrate your birthday with BOGO half-dozen bagels: buy 6 and get 6 bagels for free!

The Works Burger
With their Burger With Benefits program, receive a birthday gift when you sign up at least 9 days prior to your big day.

Wok of Fame
Share your birthday celebration with three paying guests (aged 5 and up) and receive a free buffet meal, with proof of ID.

Birthday Freebies — Retail

Aldo Shoes
Sign up for Aldo Crew and get a special offer for your birthday.

American Eagle
Join the Real Rewards Club and receive a $5 birthday discount at participating locations.

Anthropologie
Sign up for Anthro Perks and receive a special offer of 20% off during the entire month of your birthday.

Aveda
With the Aveda+ Rewards Perks, receive a special gift and double points.

The Body Shop
Join their Love Your Body program and get a gift e-mail on your birthday for a $10 reward voucher.

Build-A-Bear Workshop
Join the Build-A-Bear Bonus Club to get the Birthday Treat Bear: the age you turn is how much you pay on your birthday!

Clinique
With their Smart Rewards, redeem a Birthday Gift on their website by making a purchase and applying your offer at checkout.

DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse)
Become a VIP at DSW and treat your toes with a birthday coupon for $5 off your next purchase.

GameStop
Opt into the EDGE Rewards Program and receive Buy One, Get One varying amounts off (depending on the level of membership) on used games or used accessories.

Chapters/Indigo
Join Plum Rewards (even the free option) and get 20% off for your birthday, plus 2,500 bonus points for Plum+ members.

Gap Canada (The Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic & Athleta)
With their Gap & Old Navy Rewards, you can earn points with every purchase, then pick up some extra on your birthday!

Kiehl’s
Receive a birthday gift and other special offers when you sign up for the Kiehl’s Rewards Loyalty Program and show online or in-store.

MAC Cosmetics
Enjoy a birthday gift when you join their MAC Lover rewards program and reach the Silver or Gold Lover status level.

LaSenza
Become a Club Member and receive an exclusive birthday offer.

Penningtons
Sign up for their Style Insider club and receive a birthday surprise.

PetSmart
When you join PetSmart’s treats-rewards programs, you and your pet receive a Birthday or Gotcha Day gift coupon.

Pet Valu
Create an online Pet Profile with their rewards program and receive a birthday perk offer for your pet’s Birthday, Gotcha Day or Adoption Day.

Ricki’s
Join the Ricki’s Fashion + Friends program to be emailed a birthday bonus you can use during your birthday month.

RW & Co
RW Insiders receive special offers of $15 off orders for their birthday.

Sephora
Take your pick of a few options for birthday freebies each year when you sign up for their Beauty Insider program (with an order of $25 or more).

The Shoe Company
Become a Shoe VIP and take advantage of a birthday gift of 20% off, free shipping and surprise bonus points.

Torrid
Join Torrid Rewards for regular incentives and a special birthday gift coupon to use on your next purchase.

Toys R Us
Register your child’s birthday through your R Rewards card for a special birthday offer.

Value Village
Join the Super Savers Club at Value Village to receive a coupon via email for 20% off a single purchase of up to $50 any time during your birthday month.

Birthday Freebies — Entertainment & Experiences

Cineplex Popcorn Parties
When you host a One Great Party Package, the birthday child receives a free admission for their next visit to Cineplex!

Elmwood Spa
For a break from the kids, celebrate your birthday at Elmwood Spa and enjoy a complimentary three-course lunch (when you book any à la carte spa service valued at $150 or more on Monday-Friday during your birthday month), which you can enjoy all wrapped up and cozy in a spa robe.

Landmark Cinemas
Have birthday party fun with Landmark Cinemas’ Birthday Experience and get free admission ticket for the birthday child (at select locations).

Medieval Times
Join their Queen’s Court (mailing list) to receive special coupons and birthday surprises!

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