Orlando, Florida – This year, Krispy Kreme is offering a sweet deal to customers in celebration of Leap Day. To mark the occasion, the popular doughnut company is providing a special promotion on Thursday, Feb. 29. Customers can enjoy a dozen original glazed doughnuts for just $2.29 when they purchase any regularly priced dozen.

In addition to the discounted doughnuts, Krispy Kreme is also extending a generous offer to individuals who have a birthday on Feb. 29. Those with a Leap Day birthday can receive a free dozen original glazed doughnuts without having to make a purchase. Proof of birthday will be required to claim this complimentary treat.

Dave Skena, the global chief brand officer for Krispy Kreme, expressed the company’s excitement about the extra day in the year. He shared, “An extra day in the year is an irresistible opportunity for Krispy Kreme to be extra-sweet to our guests.” Skena further added, “So, we’re sweetening Leap Day by the dozens, including for fans whose true birthday comes around only every four years.”

Moreover, Krispy Kreme demonstrated its generosity during a recent AT&T outage by offering free glazed doughnuts to individuals who experienced cell service disruptions. The doughnut chain distributed complimentary OG doughnuts at participating locations as a gesture of goodwill following the nationwide telecommunications issue that affected thousands of customers.

“SOS?! While your service is down, we’re serving up!” Krispy Kreme announced on Instagram. The company welcomed anyone who had struggled with service to claim a free Original Glazed doughnut from 5-7pm that day. Notably, customers did not need to provide evidence of being impacted by the outage to receive the freebie, as confirmed by a company spokesperson.

Overall, Krispy Kreme continues to delight customers with its delectable treats and thoughtful gestures, making special occasions even sweeter with their delicious offerings. Whether it’s celebrating Leap Day with discounted doughnuts or providing comfort during challenging times, Krispy Kreme remains a beloved destination for doughnut lovers across the nation.