Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: See deals, free food and discounts for educators

With National Teachers Day on Tuesday, May 6, National Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 lasting Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9 offers the ideal opportunity to honor our committed teachers as the school year comes to a close and summer approaches.

Chipotle: Free Burritos for Teachers

Now through May 13, Chipotle is giving away 100,000 free burritos to teachers and healthcare workers. Sign up online for a chance to win—winners will be verified via ID.me and receive a free burrito e-card. Chipotle has given away $16 million worth of food to educators and medical professionals since 2016. This year, they’re also supporting Kids In Need Foundation and American Nurses Foundation through their Round-Up for Real Change initiative.

Hilton & Embassy Suites

Teachers can enjoy exclusive summer discounts at six Hilton properties in Florida, including Miami, Tampa, and Fort Lauderdale. Use the provided booking codes (like PK5, PL5, TEAP) when reserving your stay.

Smoothie King

From May 6–8, teachers get 20% off in-store purchases with valid ID.

Sonic Drive-In

From May 5–9, members of Sonic’s Teachers’ Circle rewards program get exclusive deals:

• Free snack or side with purchase
• Buy-one-get-one Sonic Blast
• $1.99 Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger Join through the Sonic app to access these perks.

Staples

Teachers get 20% off in-store purchases and a free 12-pack of pens (while supplies last) during May 4–10. Coupons are available in the Staples app.

More National Teachers Day & Teacher Appreciation Week Deals

1. Abuelo’s: 20% off for school staff on May 6.
2. Atomic Wings: Free 5-piece boneless wings with fries (May 6, dine-in only).
3. Bad Daddy’s: $5 Margaritas on May 5, half-price appetizers before closing.
4. BJ's Restaurant: Teachers can get student reward certificates and free Pizookies for “Awesome Achievers.”
5. Box Tops for Education: Earn $5 for your school with your first app scan (use code TEACHER).
6. Eddie Merlot’s: Free dessert with entrée (May 5–9).
7. Einstein Bros.: 20% off online gift card purchases through June 24.
8. The Greene Turtle: Free meal on May 6 (up to $15, dine-in).
9. Grimaldi’s: 15% off orders with school ID (May 5–9).
10. Hat Creek Burger: Free Little Hat Burger on May 6 (no purchase required).
11. la Madeleine: BOGO bakery item on May 6 (via app).
12. Logan’s Roadhouse: 20% off entrée (May 5–12).
13. McAlister’s Deli: Free Big Tea May 5–12 with ID, plus a chance to win a catered lunch for 30.
14. MOOYAH: BOGO burgers on May 7 with teacher ID.
15. Mountain Mike's Pizza: 15% off pizzas with code APPRECIATE25 (May 6–9).
16. Museum of Illusions: Free admission + raffle for educator gift bags.
17. Old Chicago: Bonus gift cards + free starter for new OC Rewards members.
18. Original ChopShop: 10% off dine-in or takeout (May 5–9).
19. The Parking Spot: 25% off parking in May for teachers.
20. Peter Piper Pizza: Free personal pizza (May 5–9, 3–7 p.m., AZ/NM locations).
21. Petlibro: 20% off pet gear with code TEACHERSPET (May 6).
22. Picazzo’s: Free $10 gift card with dine-in (May 5–9).
23. Salata Salad Kitchen: 20% off meals and double catering points through May 9.
24. Samsung: Big discounts on monitors and displays (up to $620 off).
25. Shipley Do-Nuts: Free half-dozen donuts May 4–6.
26. Stitch Fix: 25% off your first order after teacher ID verification.
27. Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Free dessert with entrée (May 5–9).
28. Taziki’s: Spend $50 on gift cards, get a $10 dine-in voucher.
29. Tim Hortons: BOGO donuts through May 11 (activate deal in app).
30. Tijuana Flats: 20% off dine-in or carryout (May 7, use code NURTEA25).
31. Vitality Bowls: 20% off orders with ID (May 5–9).
32. Whataburger: Free breakfast item (5–9 a.m., May 5–9); plus, $1,000 awards to 75 teachers.

Whether it’s a free burrito, discounted vacation, or surprise breakfast, Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 is full of sweet ways to say “thank you” to our educators. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy these well-deserved perks!