National Waffle Day – August 24

• Choice Hotels (Santa Monica, CA ): Choice Hotels’ Comfort® brand is celebrating National Waffle Day with a free pop-up event on the Santa Monica Pier, Monday, August 24, 9:30am–1pm. Actor and comedian Keegan-Michael Key will make an appearance. Highlights include free waffles from a food truck, a coffee bar, a Route 66 “finish line” with a waffle gong, a Spotify road-trip playlist activity, free swag (like a branded mug), automatic Choice Privileges Gold Elite Status for new sign-ups, and a chance to win a Road Trip Toolkit (Stanley cooler, points, snacks, etc.). Learn more →

National Knife Day – August 25

• Kansept: Kansept is running a National Knife Day sale from Aug 15–25, offering discounted prices on their knife collection. Stock is limited, and the offer can’t be combined with other discounts. See the deal →

National Park Service Birthday – August 25

• National Park Service: Free admission to all national parks for U.S. citizens and residents, part of National Park Week* (Aug 22-30, 2026). Marks the NPS’s 110th anniversary (Founders Day). See the deal →

National Banana Split Day – August 25

• South Lake Union (Seattle, WA): South Lake Union is celebrating National Banana Split Day with free banana splits (all the classic toppings) at Nitro Plaza or Path to Yes Plaza. The event is free, open to everyone, and served first-come, first-served while supplies last. Learn more →

National Dog Day – August 26

• Chick-Fil-A Imperial & Lakewood: At this location, they are celebrating National Dog Day by handing out goodie bags + treats while supplies last from 11:00am onwards on August 26th. See the deal →

• Chick-Fil-A 410 & Rigsby: Chick-Fil-A at 410 & Rigsby is hosting a dog treat giveaway on Wednesday, August 26, starting at 3pm, while supplies last. Available via drive-thru or mobile thru only at this location. Dogs present will get a free bone, plus a randomly chosen bandana, frisbee, or bowl. See the deal →

• Eastern Edge Food Hall & Gather Place (Cambridge, MA 02142): In Boston, they’re offering free pup cups for dogs, available in person at the pickup window, starting at 9am. See the deal →

• Local Fixture (Uptown Whittier, CA): This location is celebrating National Dog Day on Wednesday, August 26th, with free pup cups and 10% off all doggie accessories. Learn more →