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HomeLocalSweet Deals and Rides: How to Treat Yourself on Election Day 2024!

Sweet Deals and Rides: How to Treat Yourself on Election Day 2024!

 

Deals on Election Day 2024: Krispy Kreme, Grubhub, Uber, Lyft, and more


With just one day remaining until Election Day, many Americans have already cast their ballots, while countless others will head to polling stations on Tuesday to vote.

 

In honor of this important day, numerous restaurants and businesses are offering promotions, including complimentary items and discounts. For instance, Krispy Kreme is giving out a free Original Glazed doughnut along with an “I Voted” sticker at participating locations on Tuesday, November 5, while supplies last.

Rideshare services like Lyft and Uber are providing discounted rides for voters, and Hertz has a car rental offer available for those needing a vehicle to reach the polls.

 

Election Day Specials at Dave & Buster’s

The popular dining and entertainment venue is featuring deals on Election Day, which include half-price games. Here are some other offers:

 

  • $19.99 Eat, Drink, Play Combo Meal, which includes a choice of entrée, a fountain drink, and a $10 power card.
  • $5 beers all day with 22-ounce drafts of Miller Lite, Coors Light, Bud Light, and Michelob Ultra.
  • $5 Late Night Bites (available Sundays to Thursdays after 10 p.m.).

 

Grubhub+ Deals on Election Day

The delivery platform Grubhub is offering various promotions on Election Day from Monday through Sunday, November 10, as part of its Gold Days of Grubhub+ celebration. A Grubhub+ membership ($9.99 per month) affords customers free delivery on standard orders, reduced service fees, and additional discounts.

 

  • Starbucks: Enjoy 30% off delivery orders of $20 or more, with a maximum discount of $9.
  • Wendy’s: Get a free Baconator with orders of at least $25.
  • KFC: Save $7 on delivery orders over $25.
  • Shake Shack: Receive a complimentary SmokeShack cheeseburger with a minimum purchase of $25.
  • Arby’s: Take 25% off orders of $25 or more (up to $7 off).
  • Little Caesars: Get a free ExtraMostBestest Pizza with orders of at least $25.

 

Additional Election Day Promotions

  • BD’s Mongolian Grill: Show your “I Voted” sticker for a 20% discount on your order (in-store only, excludes alcohol).
  • Fazoli’s: Enjoy a $2 discount on signature bakes such as Baked Chicken Parmigiano and Spicy Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage, available in-store only at participating locations on Election Day.
  • Flat Top Grill: Present your “I Voted” sticker for a 20% discount on your order (in-store only, excludes alcohol).
  • Genghis Grill: Show your “I Voted” sticker for a 20% discount on your in-store order (excludes alcohol).
  • Hertz: Rent a car for at least two days and receive one day free, including Election Day.
  • Hot Chicken Takeover: Get a 20% discount on your order when you show your “I Voted” sticker (in-store only, excludes alcohol).
  • Ikea: Celebrate voting rights with a free frozen yogurt at participating Ikea Swedish bistros. Obtain your coupon on the Ikea website (no purchase necessary).
  • Johnny Rockets: Get a free shake with any in-store purchase on Election Day by showing proof of voting (e.g., “I Voted” sticker). Valid at participating locations; not applicable for Craig’s Vegan Shakes.

 

  • Lazy Dog Restaurants: Show your “I Voted” sticker on Election Day to receive a free handcrafted non-alcoholic drink with the purchase of any entrée. Choices include Lemonade, Cucumber Lemon Sparkling Refresher, and Twisted Orange Fanta with Vanilla Bean Cream.
  • Lyft: Enjoy 50% off your ride to the polls on Tuesday by using the code VOTE24 before Tuesday in the Lyft app. This offer is valid from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time (up to $10 off) on rideshare, bikeshare, or scooter rides.
  • Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub: On Election Day, receive a free kids’ meal throughout the day with the purchase of an adult entrée.
  • O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar: To honor Election Day, customers can get a Classic Cheeseburger made of double smash patties plus fries for only $6 (valid from November 3 to November 7).
  • Round Table Pizza: Receive $6 off a larger or extra-large pizza on Election Day. Applicable for dine-in, carry-out, and delivery at select locations.
  • Taim Mediterranean Kitchen: Show your “I Voted” sticker to receive.
    • Get 20% Off: Show your “I Voted” sticker to receive 20% discount on your purchase (valid in-store only, alcohol excluded).
    • The Budlong Southern Chicken: Present your “I Voted” sticker and enjoy 20% off your order (in-store only, excludes alcohol).
    • Uber: Enjoy 50% off your trip to your polling location (maximum discount of $10); simply tap on the “Go Vote” tile in the Uber app.
    • Uber Eats: Craving food delivery while keeping up with the election results? Get 25% off your orders on Election Night, from 6 p.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday (up to $15 off with a $25 minimum spend).
    • Violife: The dairy-free cream cheese brand is offering free bagels with a spread in Austin, Miami, and New York City. Visit the Violife website or Instagram for details.
    • Yogurtland: Flash your “I Voted” sticker at participating Yogurtland stores to receive 15% off your purchase.