McAlister's Deli Free Tea Day 2026: Get a Free Tea on July 16
McAlister's Deli is once again celebrating one of its most popular annual events—Free Tea Day. On Thursday, July 16, 2026, customers can stop by participating McAlister's locations across the United States and receive one complimentary tea, with no purchase required, as the restaurant marks its signature beverage tradition.
Since its debut in 2009, Free Tea Day has evolved into more than a promotional event. It reflects McAlister's ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful relationships within the communities it serves. Through the years, the brand has supported neighborhoods with fundraising campaigns, collaborations with schools and nonprofit organizations, and initiatives that recognize local heroes.
The 2026 celebration follows the company's CommuniTEA Connections campaign, a community engagement program created to honor individuals making a positive impact in their local areas. As part of the initiative, teachers, healthcare professionals, and first responders received Free Tea Passes, highlighting McAlister's dedication to recognizing those who serve their communities.
"Free Tea Day is our way of expressing appreciation to our guests, our communities, and the people who make them better every day," said Jessica Osborne, Vice President of Marketing at McAlister's Deli. "Whether people are enjoying tea with family, friends, or coworkers, these shared moments strengthen the connections that have always defined our brand."
Visitors participating in Free Tea Day can also experience McAlister's signature beverage offerings. The restaurant prepares its exclusive tea blend fresh throughout the day using Rainforest Alliance Certified tea leaves. Guests can further personalize their drinks with flavor shots or choose from the brand's well-known tea and lemonade combinations, creating a handcrafted beverage experience that has become a customer favorite.
Whether someone is a loyal guest or visiting for the first time, Free Tea Day offers an opportunity to enjoy McAlister's signature hospitality while celebrating community, connection, and freshly brewed tea.
Customers who are unable to visit on July 16 can still take advantage of a special weekend promotion. McAlister's Rewards members will receive a complimentary beverage with the purchase of an entrée from July 17 through July 19, 2026, at participating restaurants. Additional information, including participating locations and promotion details, is available on the McAlister's Deli website.
Promotion Details
On July 16, 2026, participating McAlister's Deli restaurants will offer one free Big Tea per guest. Eligible beverages include Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, Half Sweet & Half Unsweet Tea, Tea & Lemonade combinations, Flavored Teas, and one complimentary flavor shot. The promotion excludes non-tea beverages, Kids' Drinks, and cold foam options. Guests are limited to one free tea per person for in-store orders and up to four complimentary teas per online or mobile app order. Delivery, service, convenience fees, taxes, and other restrictions may apply. The offer cannot be combined with other promotions, rewards, or third-party delivery services and is void where prohibited.
From July 17–19, 2026, McAlister's Rewards members can redeem one complimentary beverage—including select tea varieties, lemonade, or fountain drinks—with the purchase of a qualifying entrée at participating locations. Flavor shots, taxes, and applicable fees are not included. The reward must be applied during checkout, is valid for one-time use only, and cannot be combined with other offers or third-party delivery orders. Additional restrictions and fees may apply.
Since its debut in 2009, Free Tea Day has evolved into more than a promotional event. It reflects McAlister's ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful relationships within the communities it serves. Through the years, the brand has supported neighborhoods with fundraising campaigns, collaborations with schools and nonprofit organizations, and initiatives that recognize local heroes.
The 2026 celebration follows the company's CommuniTEA Connections campaign, a community engagement program created to honor individuals making a positive impact in their local areas. As part of the initiative, teachers, healthcare professionals, and first responders received Free Tea Passes, highlighting McAlister's dedication to recognizing those who serve their communities.
"Free Tea Day is our way of expressing appreciation to our guests, our communities, and the people who make them better every day," said Jessica Osborne, Vice President of Marketing at McAlister's Deli. "Whether people are enjoying tea with family, friends, or coworkers, these shared moments strengthen the connections that have always defined our brand."
Visitors participating in Free Tea Day can also experience McAlister's signature beverage offerings. The restaurant prepares its exclusive tea blend fresh throughout the day using Rainforest Alliance Certified tea leaves. Guests can further personalize their drinks with flavor shots or choose from the brand's well-known tea and lemonade combinations, creating a handcrafted beverage experience that has become a customer favorite.
Whether someone is a loyal guest or visiting for the first time, Free Tea Day offers an opportunity to enjoy McAlister's signature hospitality while celebrating community, connection, and freshly brewed tea.
Customers who are unable to visit on July 16 can still take advantage of a special weekend promotion. McAlister's Rewards members will receive a complimentary beverage with the purchase of an entrée from July 17 through July 19, 2026, at participating restaurants. Additional information, including participating locations and promotion details, is available on the McAlister's Deli website.
Promotion Details
On July 16, 2026, participating McAlister's Deli restaurants will offer one free Big Tea per guest. Eligible beverages include Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, Half Sweet & Half Unsweet Tea, Tea & Lemonade combinations, Flavored Teas, and one complimentary flavor shot. The promotion excludes non-tea beverages, Kids' Drinks, and cold foam options. Guests are limited to one free tea per person for in-store orders and up to four complimentary teas per online or mobile app order. Delivery, service, convenience fees, taxes, and other restrictions may apply. The offer cannot be combined with other promotions, rewards, or third-party delivery services and is void where prohibited.
From July 17–19, 2026, McAlister's Rewards members can redeem one complimentary beverage—including select tea varieties, lemonade, or fountain drinks—with the purchase of a qualifying entrée at participating locations. Flavor shots, taxes, and applicable fees are not included. The reward must be applied during checkout, is valid for one-time use only, and cannot be combined with other offers or third-party delivery orders. Additional restrictions and fees may apply.
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