National Nurses Week 2026 is here, and nurses across the country can claim a fresh round of freebies, food deals, workwear discounts and healthcare worker savings from May 6 through May 12.
The annual celebration is more than a calendar moment for hospitals and clinics. It has become one of the biggest appreciation weeks for healthcare workers, with restaurants, coffee chains and retail brands using the week to thank nurses with limited-time offers.
This year’s deals include free coffee, discounted meals, free burgers, scrub savings, footwear discounts and special online offers. Some promotions are available nationwide, while others depend on local participation. In most cases, nurses should be ready to show a valid nurse ID, hospital badge or complete online verification through ID.me or SheerID.
Top National Nurses Week 2026 Freebies and Food Deals
Dunkin’ is one of the most searched deals this year. On National Nurses Day, May 6, nurses and healthcare workers can get a free medium hot or iced coffee at participating locations. A valid healthcare ID is required, and the offer does not need a purchase. Cold brew, nitro, espresso shots and extra add-ons may not be included.
Chipotle is also running one of the biggest Nurses Week promotions of 2026. The company is giving up to 100,000 healthcare workers a chance to receive a free entrée e-gift card. Nurses can enter online through May 12 and must verify employment through ID.me if selected. Winners are expected to be notified starting May 13.
Buffalo Wild Wings is offering nurses and healthcare workers 20% off orders at participating restaurants. A valid hospital or nurse ID is required, and availability may vary by location. Some locations are offering the discount for dine-in only, while others may include takeout.
MOD Pizza is celebrating nurses and teachers with a Buy One, Get One Free pizza deal at participating stores. Nurses need to show a valid ID in-store to redeem the offer, with a limit of one free pizza per ID.
Applebee’s is offering Nurses Week deals at select participating restaurants, including free or discounted appetizers or desserts with an entrée purchase. Since the offer can vary by franchise, nurses should check with their nearest location before visiting.
Potbelly is giving nurses a complimentary cookie or regular fountain drink with the purchase of an entrée. McAlister’s Deli is offering a free sweet or unsweet tea for nurses who show a valid badge or ID at participating restaurants.
Shake Shack is also joining the week with a free ShackBurger or VeggieShack with purchase for nurses at participating locations. The offer is available in-Shack only and requires a valid nurse ID.
Insomnia Cookies is offering nurses a free cookie deal at participating stores. Some rewards members may also find additional online discounts on larger cookie orders during the week.
Other food deals reported for Nurses Week include Krystal offering 50% off breakfast combos, Dog Haus giving 20% off at participating locations, Mountain Mike’s Pizza offering 15% off with promo code CARE15OFF, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria offering 15% off for nurses with ID, and GoPuff giving discounts on hospital deliveries.
Scrubs, Shoes and Apparel Discounts for Nurses
National Nurses Week 2026 is not limited to restaurant deals. Several apparel and footwear brands are also offering savings for nurses who want to refresh their workwear.
FIGS is offering 20% off sitewide for nurses during Nurses Week. Fabletics is offering 25% off scrubs and free embroidery for VIP members. These deals are especially useful for nurses looking to save on uniforms, scrub sets and everyday workwear.
Crocs is offering healthcare workers 15% off after verification through ID.me. HOKA is also offering healthcare professionals 15% off through ID.me verification, while Lululemon gives eligible nurses 15% off online and in stores through SheerID.
Skechers continues to offer healthcare worker discounts, and in some cases those savings may stack with other promotions. Nurses may also find limited-time deals on footwear, fitness products, travel, subscriptions and lifestyle brands throughout the week.
Because many of these offers are tied to verification systems, nurses should check the brand’s website before checkout and confirm whether the discount applies online, in-store or both.
How Nurses Can Claim These 2026 Deals
Before heading out, nurses should keep a valid work ID, hospital badge or state-issued medical ID available. Some restaurants require ID at the register, while online brands often ask for ID.me or SheerID verification before applying the discount.
It is also smart to check the brand’s app, rewards account or local store page. Franchise-owned restaurants may choose whether to participate, which means one location may offer a deal while another nearby location may not.
Most National Nurses Week 2026 deals run through May 12, but some offers end earlier. Nurses planning to claim food freebies or restaurant discounts should check the exact dates before visiting.
National Nurses Week is observed every year from May 6 to May 12, ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale. The week recognizes the role nurses play in hospitals, emergency care, clinics, long-term care, schools and communities across the country. More background on the annual recognition is available from the American Nurses Association.
With major chains including Dunkin’, Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, Applebee’s, Shake Shack and MOD Pizza offering promotions, National Nurses Week 2026 gives healthcare workers several ways to save on meals, coffee, scrubs and footwear. The best approach is simple: check local participation, carry a valid ID and claim the deals before they expire on May 12.
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