Convenience store chain 7-Eleven announced that it is canceling its annual Free Slurpee Day due to coronavirus concerns for the second time.
However, CNN reported that you can still snag a free Slurpee any day in July.
Since 2002, the business has celebrated its birthday on July 11 every year. To celebrate, 7-Eleven gives away free Slurpees to its customers.
Last year, when the United States was at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company canceled 7-Eleven Day. Instead, the business offered coupons in the accounts of 7Rewards loyalty app members for a free medium Slurpee.
7-Eleven gave out a coupon to its rewards members for a free small Slurpee “to avoid having millions of Americans crowded around Slurpee machines on a single day” amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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There are more deals in store for 7-Eleven’s birthday month too. Visitors will be able to snag another small Slurpee or any grilled item for just $1 each. On July 11 only, the store will also offer a colorful birthday cake donut for 50 cents. And considering we are still fighting the virus, those leery of heading into stores can take advantage of free delivery for any 7-Eleven order during the birthday weekend, July 10-11.
“While we’re celebrating our birthday month, we are also mindful that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a lasting impact on many families,” said 7‑Eleven Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Marissa Jarratt in a release. “We know how important it is to come together and help the communities we serve in times of trouble.”
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