Are you a fan of Krispy Kreme donuts? Then you’d better rush to your nearest store, as today the chain is offering a free donut to its customers to celebrate Mardi Gras. Here’s how you can get yours.
How to get a free donut at Krispy Kreme?
The donut chain will give customers a free Original Glazed donut (limited to one per person). To get yours, simply visit a physical store or request it through the drive-thru. No purchase or promotional coupon is necessary.
When will Krispy Kreme give away free donuts?
The offer will only be available on Tuesday, March 4.
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Krispy Kreme x Hulu Donut Collection
The ‘Movie Snacks Doughnuts’ collection, launched in February in collaboration with Hulu, is still available, so you have time to grab yours. This collection is inspired by classic movie theater snacks like popcorn and slushies. The donuts are decorated with details from these snacks, but they maintain Krispy Kreme’s original flavors.
The Krispy Kreme x Hulu collection includes four new donuts:
- Caramel Popcorn Donut: A donut with no glaze, filled with popcorn caramel-flavored Kreme, coated in white glaze, and decorated with caramelized popcorn, topped with a touch of red icing.
- Candy Double Feature Donut: An Original Glazed donut covered with white glaze, milk chocolate caramel pieces, mini chocolate chips, and drizzled with chocolate-flavored icing.
- Blue Raspberry Slush Donut: An Original Glazed donut dipped in blue raspberry glaze and sprinkled with blue granulated sugar.
- Cookie Dough Superstar Donut: A donut with no glaze, filled with creamy chocolate Butterkreme, dipped in chocolate glaze, topped with golden sprinkles and cookie dough pieces.
The dozen donuts include the following:
- 2 Blue Raspberry Slush Donuts
- 2 Caramel Popcorn Donuts
- 2 Cookie Dough Superstar Donuts
- 2 Caramel Double Feature Donuts
- 4 Original Glazed Donuts
What is Mardi Gras?
On Tuesday, March 4, the United States celebrates Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, a festival characterized by carnivals and other celebrations.
The origin of Mardi Gras is fundamentally religious and dates back to the 17th century. At that time, this date was established as the end of the carnivals and various festivities that began in January, giving way to Ash Wednesday. This day marks the start of a six-week period of reflection and penitence before the Easter celebration.
The first Mardi Gras celebration in U.S. history took place on March 3, 1699, when French explorers Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville and Sieur de Bienville arrived near what is now known as New Orleans.
How is Mardi Gras celebrated?
Mardi Gras is a festival that offers an unparalleled experience. More than just a parade, it’s a vibrant mix of music, costumes, and dance that fills the streets of the United States.
In New Orleans, for example, around 80 parades take place, traveling through the city and its surroundings. In addition to the colorful processions and various activities, the typical cuisine also plays a key role in the celebration.
What do the colorful beads mean at Mardi Gras parties?
This tradition dates back to the 19th century. The beads traditionally feature the colors purple, symbolizing justice; green, representing faith; and gold, evoking power.
Which countries celebrate Mardi Gras?
This celebration is not exclusive to the United States, as it has spread to other parts of the world. Some of the countries that celebrate Mardi Gras include:
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Germany
- Italy
- Sweden
- France
- Brazil
- Canada
- Russia
- Australia
- Spain
- England
