National Donut Day is observed on Friday, June 7, 2019.

How did the National Donut Day tradition begin? In 1938, National Doughnut Day was established on the first Friday of June to honor the women who served donuts to soldiers in WWI.

How can you celebrate National Donut Day this year?

Dunkin’ Donuts is offering a complimentary donut with any beverage purchase on Friday, June 7.

Krispy Kreme is giving away a complimentary donut to each customer on Friday, while supplies last. This year, if they reach their goal of giving away 1 million, they’ll do another giveaway of their newest donut later this month.

The Lantern at Morning Pointe will have complimentary doughnuts and coffee from 8-10 am on Friday, June 7 with a chance to tour the facility.

Both North Lime Donuts locations will offer their Sprinkle Explosion donut for $.75 on Friday, June 7. The Clays Mill location will have a limited number of Vegan Blueberry donuts and a gluten-free option. Limestone location will have fan favorites like french toast and blackberry. There is a 2 dozen limit and no preorders will be accepted.

On Saturday, June 8 participate in the 4th annual North Lime Donut Dash 3K at Wellington Park in Lexington at 8 am.

OBC Kitchen is offering complimentary donuts with purchase of a lunch entrée on Friday, June 7.

Spalding’s Donuts will be open from 6:30 am to 12 pm, or until they sell out.

The bakery section of your nearest Walmart is giving away complimentary glazed doughnuts while supplies last on Friday, June 7. Limited to one per person, check with your local store.

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