Spring brings warm sunshine, cool breezes and lots of reasons to celebrate — including Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, weddings and more. 

And, no matter the occasion, one of the most appreciated presents is a gift card. It’s quick and easy for the giver and lets the recipient enjoy exactly what they want from a favorite restaurant or retailer. 

Besides the winter holidays, there is only one other time of the year that gift card bonuses abound — springtime! It’s the perfect opportunity to stretch your budget by taking advantage of bonus cards with the purchase of a gift card. 

Most bonus offers are only available online. However, others may be available both online and in-restaurant. Please double-check before purchasing. 

In addition, many (if not, all) bonus cards or coupons have restrictions and/or requirements upon redeeming. Always review the fine print before buying. 

And, as always with gift card bonuses, now’s the time to treat yourself by buying gift cards for those restaurants your family frequents often. Stretch your dining dollars by taking advantage of the bonus bucks!

Here’s what’s available for Spring 2026:

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Let’s go to the movies! Save 20% on gift cards valued at $75 or more at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema — from April 27 to May 10, 2026. Consider picking up a few discounted gift cards for summer fun! 

Anthony’s Coal-Fired Pizza & Wings

Slice into a bonus at Anthony’s Coal-Fired Pizza & Wings. Buy a $100 gift cards and receive a $25  Bonus Card — from April 27 to June 21, 2026. The bonus can be redeemed from June 22 to Aug. 30, 2026. 

Applebee’s

Buy a $50 gift card and Applebee’s will throw in a $10 Bonus Card — from April 13 to June 28, 2026. The bonus card expires Aug. 2, 2026. 

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

Raise your glass at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse! Buy a $50 gift card and enjoy a $10 Bonus Card — from April 27 to June 21, 2026. The bonus is valid June 22 to July 13, 2026. 

Bonefish Grill

Buy a $50 gift card at Bonefish Grill and get a $10 Bonus Card — from April 20 to June 21, 2026. The bonus card can be redeemed from June 22 to Aug. 23, 2026. 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

Gather the family and enjoy a meal at Carrabba’s Italian Grill. For every $50 spent in gift cards, receive a $10 Bonus Card — from April 20 to June 21, 2026. The bonus card can be redeemed from June 22 to Aug. 23, 2026.

Chili’s

Celebrate any occasion with lunch or dinner at Chili’s. Buy a $50 gift card and get a $10 eBonus Card — from April 23 to May 9, 2026. The bonus is only available online. The bonus card is valid May 11 to June 15, 2026. 

Denny’s

Celebrate any occasion with the family at Denny’s. Buy a $25 gift card and get a $5 Bonus Coupon — from April 13 to June 21, 2026. See Bonus Coupon for redemption details. 

Einstein Bros. Bagels

Need bargain bagels for a celebratory brunch? All Einstein Bros. Bagels gift cards purchased online are 20% off — from April 22 to June 23, 2026. 

Fogo de Chão

Fogo de Chão can make springtime sizzle. For every $200 in gift cards purchased online, get a $50 Bonus eCard — from April 21 to June 21, 2026. The bonus card is valid June 22 to Aug. 31, 2026. 

Grand Lux Café

Celebrate any spring holiday with a luxurious lunch or dinner at Grand Luxe Café. From April 27 to May 10, 2026, purchase a $50 gift card online and receive a $10 Bonus eCard. The bonus card is valid May 11 to June 3, 2026.

IHOP

Hop over to IHOP for breakfast for any holiday or celebration. From March 30 to June 28, 2026, buy a $25 gift card and get a $5 Bonus Card. The bonus card expires Aug. 28, 2026. 

McAlister’s Deli

Slather on the savings at McAlister’s Deli. Receive a $5 Reward Card with the purchase of a $25 gift card — from April 28 to June 21, 2026. The reward is valid April 28 to July 31, 2026. 

Mimi’s Cafe

Enjoy a relaxing celebratory brunch at Mimi’s Cafe! Get a $10 Bonus Card with the purchase of a $50 gift card — through May 9, 2026. The bonus is valid May 11 to Aug. 29, 2026. 

Outback Steakhouse

Take a spring break “down under”. Buy a $50 gift card at Outback Steakhouse and enjoy a $10 Bonus Card — from April 20 to June 21, 2026. The bonus card is valid June 22 to Aug. 23, 2026. 

Panda Express

Get bowled over at Panda Express! Enjoy an $8 Bonus Card with the purchase of $30 or more gift card online. The bonus is available April 20 to May 11, 2026. The bonus valid from April 20 to July 31, 2026. 

Panera Bread

Enjoy a sandwich and soup at Panera Bread! Get a $10 Bonus Card with the purchase of a $50 gift card — from April 8 to May 31, 2026. The bonus is valid June 1 to 30, 2026. 

P.F. Chang’s

Enjoy lots of delicious Chinese dishes at P.F. Chang’s! Get a $10 Bonus Card with the purchase of a $50 gift card — from see P.F. Chang’s for promo dates. The bonus is valid June 24 to Sept. 1, 2026. 

QDOBA

Enjoy a frugal fiesta at QDOBA! Buy a $50 gift card and get $10 Bonus Card. The bonus offer is available April 1 to June 30, 2026. The bonus is valid July 1 to Aug. 31, 2026.

RA Sushi

Time for a sushi party! Buy a $60 gift card at RA Sushi and enjoy $10 Promotional Card. For a bigger bonus, buy a $200 gift card and receive a $60 Promotional Card. The bonus offer is available April 1 to May 10, 2026. The promo cards are valid May 11 to Aug. 3, 2026. 

Red Robin

Get a juicy deal at Red Robin. Buy a $50 gift card and get $10 Bonus Buck Reward. The bonus offer is available April 20 to June 21, 2026. The bonus is valid June 22 to Aug. 9, 2026.

Subway

Stop at Subway for a great deal! Get a FREE 6-inch sub with the purchase of a $25 gift card — from April 30 to June 30, 2026. The bonus is valid through July 31, 2026.

The Cheesecake Factory

Celebrate any occasion with an extravagant lunch or dinner at The Cheesecake Factory. From April 27 to May 10, 2026, purchase a $50 gift card online and receive a $10 Bonus eCard. The bonus card is valid May 11 to June 3, 2026. 

Village Inn

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Village Inn. From April 21 to June 21, 2026, buy a $25 gift card and receive a $5 eBonus Card. The bonus card is valid May 5 to July 26, 2026 — excluding Mother’s Day, May 10 and Father’s Day, June 21. 

   

All aboard, hungry bargain hunters! Starting April 28, 2026, Subway is setting a new standard for savings with the introduction of its first-ever value menu featuring 15 entrées under $5 — Fresh Value Menu.

Available nationwide at participating locations, the new value menu offers customers quality, variety, convenience and satisfying portions at an unmatched price. 

Photo: Subway

The new Fresh Value Menu includes the following items:

Any add-ons are additional.

The value menu cannot be combined with any other offers. 

Prices are higher in Alaska, California, Hawaii and Washington, as well as for third-party delivery. 

Deli Faves for $3.99

Deli Faves offers a new collection of deli-inspired 6-inch fully-customizable subs for $3.99. 

NEW! Spicy Pepperoni is made with aged pepperoni, Pepper Jack, lettuce, Roma tomatoes, red onions, jalapeños and creamy Sriracha.

NEW! Ham & Salami is made with Black Forest ham, Genoa salami, Italian-style Provolone, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and honey mustard.

B.L.T. is made with bacon, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and mayo.

Cold Cut Combo is made with Black Forest ham, Genoa salami, Bologna (all turkey-based), Italian-style Provolone, lettuce, Roma tomatoes, red onions and mayo.

Protein Pockets for $3.99

Protein Pockets are a new grab-and-go option with more than 20g of protein, blending real protein, hand-chopped veggies and fan-favorite sauces into a soft tortilla wrap for $3.99. 

Baja Chicken is made with grilled chicken, Monterey cheddar, smoky Baja Chipotle, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and jalapeños.

Peppercorn Ranch Chicken is made with grilled chicken, Monterey cheddar, zesty Peppercorn Ranch, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and pickles.

Italian Trio is made with Black Forest ham, aged Pepperoni, Genoa salami, Monterey cheddar, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and garlic aioli.

Turkey Ham is made with oven-roasted turkey, Black Forest ham, Monterey cheddar, lettuce, Roma tomatoes and honey mustard.

Photo: Subway

Sub of the Day for $4.99

Sub of the Day is a featured 6-inch sub every day of the week for $4.99.

Upgrade to a Footlong Sub of the Day for an additional $3.

Make it a meal by adding chips or two regular cookies and a 20-oz. fountain drink for just $2 more.

Monday: Meatball Marinara

Tuesday: Classic Tuna

Wednesday: Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki

Thursday: Oven-Roasted Turkey

Friday: Black Forest Ham

Saturday: Italian B.M.T.

Sunday: Spicy Italian 

Like to get sandwiched by savings? Get the best Subway deals with our insider tips. 

Find Subway locations nationwide here. 

Hungry for more food deals?

   

Tuesdays are for Taco Bell! The popular Mexican fast-food restaurant hosts its popular Tuesday Drops every week.

The program is an opportunity for customers to enjoy exclusive access to special discounts, unique experiences and more. 

Taco Bell has dropped many Tuesday Drops deals, including FREE food, $1 specials and more. The offer varies each week, so fans never know exactly what will drop every week. Just expect lots of savings.

Here’s how the Tuesday Drops works:

Join Taco Bell Rewards to have access to the Tuesday Drops offers. (New members enjoy a bonus offer just for signing up.)

Every Tuesday morning, look for an announcement about that week’s Tuesday Drops. Sign-up for e-mail updates or check the Taco Bell app for details.

Be sure to watch the clock because the deal drops at 2 p.m. PST.

The offers are available first-come, first-served, so it pays to be ready right as the promo drops on Tuesday.

Some offers are only available to the first customers to claim the offer, while others may be available to all but only for one hour. The offer varies each week, so be sure to read the fine print.

The offers can only be redeemed via the Taco Bell app on the same respective Tuesday.

Tuesday Drops for April 28, 2026 

On April 28, 2026, the first 30,000 Taco Bell Rewards members enjoy a Nachos Bell Grande for just $1 at participating locations.

A Nachos Bell Grande is regularly $6.99, so it’s definitely an amazing deal. Regular price may vary by location. 

Hungry for more food deals?

   

Get ready to create an afternoon of fun, Star Wars fans! LEGO has been a household favorite for years – and for good reason! 

Combine LEGO and fun, and this activity is a must-do. Plus, creating and taking it home means that you’ll have a fun addition to your home decor! 

VERIFY WITH THE LOCAL STORE FIRST THAT THEY ARE PARTICIPATING! (not all stores are!) 

Photo Credit: The LEGO Group and Lucasfilm Ltd.

On May 3rd, 2026, LEGO is hosting a special Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini Build  for FREE — from noon to 2 p.m.

Quantities are limited, so get there early. 

Available on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last.

The event is intended for participants 10 years and older. Limit one LEGO build per person.

The LEGO model cannot be purchased.

VERIFY WITH THE LOCAL STORE FIRST THAT THEY ARE PARTICIPATING! (not all stores are!) 

Find participating LEGO Stores nationwide here. 

Looking for more freebies and deals? 

   

Grab your workout gear and water bottle! Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit. And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens.

The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out for FREE at any of its more than 2,700 Planet Fitness locations across the U.S. and Canada. 

Photo: Planet Fitness

Since the High School Summer Pass program began, Planet Fitness has invested more than $300 million in waived membership dues to promote youth health and wellness and improve the physical and mental health of millions of teens. 

All High School Summer Pass participants will have access to the following:

A complete range of strength equipment, including new plate-loaded machines, best-in-class cardio equipment, stretching space and more.

FREE fitness training from certified fitness trainers.

Teen-specific workout plans designed to build strength safely and effectively.

The FREE Planet Fitness App featuring hundreds of on-demand digital exercises.

A welcoming, non-intimidating community environment. 

Photo: Planet Fitness

Here’s how the High School Summer Pass works:

NOTE: Pre-register opens online and in-club starting May 18, 2026. 

Pre-Register

Get a head start on your summer fitness program by pre-registering.

Download the PF App

Create an account using the same e-mail you used to register and explore all the FREE PF App has to offer before your digital club pass becomes available on June 1, 2026. 

Get Ready to Move

Use your in-app digital club pass to work out at your home club for FREE from June 1 to Aug. 31, 2026. (Teens can only work out at the Planet Fitness location where they signed up.)

Teens under the age of 18 must register with a parent or guardian. However, once completely registered (including signing the waiver), teens can work out alone.

Visit PlanetFitness.com/SummerPass to register now.