Tuesdays are for tacos! Taco Bell made history in 2024 when it secured National Day Calendar’s official blessing to move National Taco Day permanently to the first Tuesday of October. (Previously, the spicy day was always celebrated on October 4.)

This year, National Taco Day falls on Oct. 6, 2026. And Taco Bell is partnering with Duolingo to celebrate the day in a big way!

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Taco Bell is partnering with Duolingo to celebrate National Taco Day with a new limited-time sauce, giveaways and $4 meal deal. 

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Duo Habanero Sauce

As part of the celebration, Taco Bell is introducing an all-new, limited-time sauce created exclusively for
the Taco Bell x Duolingo collaboration — Duo Habanero Sauce.

The sauce is bright and tangy with fruity notes and a kick of habanero heat, delivering a vibrant balance of flavor and spice that builds with every bite. 

Super Duolingo

From Oct. 1 to 6, 2026, Taco Bell Rewards members can unlock one month of Super Duolingo for FREE, giving fans even more reason to keep learning the love language of tacos and beyond.

The code must be redeemed by Nov. 15, 2026 and will remain active for 30 days following activation.

See the Taco Bell app for more details. 

Taco Bell x Duo Plushie

Score a limited-edition Taco Bell x Duo plushie: 1,000 Taco Bell x Duo plushies with a new custom Taco Bell uniform outfit and a mini headset will be up for grabs across participating markets globally.

In the U.S., Taco Bell Rewards members can head to the Tuesday Drops page on Oct. 6, 2026 at 2 p.m. PST for a chance to score one of the plushies, while supplies last.

$4 Duo the Owl’s Favorite Meal

From Oct. 6 to 12, 2026, Taco Bell is offering Duolingo’s mascot Duo the Owl’s favorite order for just $4 at participating locations. 

It’s a savings of more than 60%, based on the total price of each item individually — a total of $10.66. 

The special is available in-restaurant and online via Taco Bell’s site or app. 

The $4 meal deal includes the following items: 

Regular price may vary by location.

Doritos Locos Taco — reg. $3.89

Seasoned Beef Soft Taco — reg. $1.99

Cinnamon Twists — reg. $1.89

Medium Fountain Drink — reg. $2.89

Find more National Taco Day deals here. 

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Game on! Football fans have a big deal to tackle their hunger on Sundays this season.

Shake Shack is making watching your favorite football team hit the field a little more juicy every Sunday with the return of its popular Shack Sundays.

Pick up a bargain burger before the game or enjoy one to celebrate (or commiserate) the outcome of the game!

Photo: Shake Shack

Shack Sundays

Every Sunday, from Oct. 4 to Dec. 27, 2026, Shake Shack is offering its popular Shack Sundays giveaway with one of four menu items for FREE with a $10 minimum purchase at participating locations. (Locations within airports, stadiums, arenas, travel plazas and museums are excluded from the offer.) 

The offer excludes all paid add-ons, such as avocado or bacon.

Choose from one of the following menu items:

Chicken Shack

West Coast Chicken Sandwich

ShackBurger

Six (6) Chicken Bites

The offer is only valid for purchases placed at a kiosk in-restaurant or for delivery or pick-up via the Shake Shack app or at shakeshack.com. Use promo code SHACKSUNDAY at checkout. (Note: Promo code must be entered in ALL CAPS.)

The offer not valid for drive-thru orders or orders made through third-party delivery apps.

Limit one offer per order — with a maximum savings of $9.99. If you have a large order, consider breaking it up into separate transactions for more FREE items.

You must add at least $10 worth of food and/or drinks to your order, excluding the cost of the complimentary menu item. (Gift card purchases are also excluded.)

Sunday Chicken Sandwich Bonus

Shake Shack is also offering a FREE Chicken Shack Sandwich or Chicken Shack Lettuce Wrap every Sunday — through Dec. 27, 2026.

Get details here.

Find locations nationwide here.

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Popeyes is staying strong for diners on a budget by offering lots of savings with its $5 Faves line-up. 

The new limited-time value menu makes it easier for customers to enjoy the popular chicken restaurant’s bold flavors without breaking the bank. 

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For a limited time, Popeyes is offering a $5 Faves Menu with three popular options, each for just five bucks.

The $5 Faves Menu includes the following items: 

Chicken is available in classic or spicy. Regular price may vary by location.

2 Pieces of Signature Chicken & Biscuit: Two (2) pieces of Popeye’s signature chicken, served with a biscuit — regularly $8.18. (Breakdown: $6.89 for chicken and $1.29 for biscuit.)

3 Chicken Tenders: Three (3) of Popeyes’ chicken tenders — regularly $8.79. 

Digital Exclusive! Two Regular Sides: Two (2) of Popeyes’ southern-style sides. Choose Cajun Fries, Red Beans & Rice, Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy and/or Coleslaw — regularly $6.38. (Breakdown: $3.19 for each side.)

If you’re really hungry, combine two of the options to enjoy a bigger meal for $10:

Three chicken tenders and two regular sides

OR

Two pieces of chicken & biscuit and two regular sides

OR 

Three (3) chicken tenders x 2 = Six (6) chicken tenders

OR

Two (2) pieces of chicken & biscuit = Four (4) pieces of chicken and two (2) biscuits

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Are you afraid of the dark? Face your fears this October with 31 Screams on Screen at Regal Cinemas.

The theater chain will show a different classic horror movie on the big screen each day, so fans can relive the thrills of their favorites or experience new scares they haven’t encountered before.

Plus, Regal Crown Club members enjoy a new concessions discount each week with the purchase of a 31 Screams on Screen ticket.

Image: Regal Cinemas

From Oct. 1 to 31, 2026, Regal Cinemas is hosting its 31 Screams on Screen series at participating locations and, even better, at a scary good price — just $7.99 per ticket.

Here’s what’s playing each day during the 31 Screams on Screen series:

Showtimes vary by location.

Oct. 1: The Blackcoat’s Daughter (2015)

Oct. 2: The Shining (1980)

Oct. 3: Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992)

Oct. 4: The Conjuring (2013)

Oct. 5: Poltergeist (1982)

Oct. 6: The Haunting (1999)

Oct. 7: Crimson Peak (2015)

Oct. 8: Tales From The Hood (1995)

Oct. 9: In the Mouth of Madness (1995)

Oct. 10: Pet Sematary (1989)

Oct. 11: Drag Me to Hell (2009)

Oct. 11: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

Oct. 12: The Thing (1982)

Oct. 13: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

Oct. 14: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986)

Oct. 15: Psycho II (1983)

Oct. 16: Candyman (1992) and Candyman (2021)

Oct. 16: The Monster Squad (1987)

Oct. 17: Scream 2 (1997)

Oct. 18: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) and A Nightmare on Elm Street: Dream Warriors (1987)

Oct. 19: The Blob (1988)

Oct. 20: Evil Dead (2013)

Oct. 21: Dawn of the Dead (2004)

Oct. 22: Cabin Fever (2002)

Oct. 23: Midsommar (2019)

Oct. 24: Us (2019)

Oct. 25: The Blair Witch Project (1999)

Oct. 26: Constantine (2005)

Oct. 27: The Cabin in the Woods (2011)

Oct. 28: It Follows (2014)

Oct. 29: Christine (1983)

Oct. 30: Halloween (1978)

Oct. 31: Trick ‘r Treat (2007)

Find participating locations nationwide here.

   

Who doesn’t love dessert? Whether it’s enjoyed at the end of a meal or just as a sweet treat on its own, dessert is a favorite for many.

And one of the best places to celebrate National Dessert Month in October is at The Cheesecake Factory. The popular eatery’s is famous for its extensive dessert menu — with more than 30 delectable cheesecakes. 

Photo: The Cheesecake Factory

$10 Gift Card Bonus

From Oct. 1 to 25, 2026, The Cheesecake Factory is offering a $10 Bonus eCard with the purchase of a $50 gift card. The bonus is available for every $50 worth of gift cards purchased in a single transaction.

The bonus is only available for gift cards purchased online.

The Bonus Card can only be redeemed from Oct. 26 to Nov. 22, 2026. The bonus can be redeemed in-restaurant or online at cheescakefactory.com. (Bonus card cannot be used for gratuities or tips.)

With more than 250 menu selections and more than 30 legendary cheesecakes, The Cheesecake Factory gift cards are the perfect treat to give to a loved one…or even yourself.

If the eatery is one of your family’s favorite spots to celebrate a milestone or birthday, now’s the time to stock up on gift cards.

Find locations nationwide here.  

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