Tax Day normally lands on April 15, but thanks to a conveniently timed weekend and Emancipation Day, taxpayers get a few extra days this year.
The final day to submit your 2022 federal tax return is April 18, 2023.
Those additional three days give you more time to organize your return — and more opportunity to cash in on Tax Day freebies and promotions from retailers, restaurants and other businesses.
As the April 18 deadline approaches, you might also want to look into discounts on tax-prep software. There are plenty to choose from!
Tax Day Freebies and Promotions
We combed through the web to find which companies are offering Tax Day deals, discounts and freebies this year. Every little saving helps, after all.
Retail Tax Day Offers
Many stores run discounts on specific tax software or roll out special offers around Tax Day. Check your local grocery, electronics or apparel store close to April 18 to see what they have. In the meantime, here are some general retail Tax Day offers:
Best Buy
Best Buy is running discounts on several tax software packages, including well-known brands like TurboTax and H&R Block.
Amazon
Pick up TurboTax Deluxe for $10 off on Amazon and receive a $10 Amazon gift card plus a complimentary one-year subscription to Quicken Starter Edition.
Walmart
Walmart+ subscribers can score 50% off Jackson Hewitt tax preparation fees and receive a $50 Walmart gift card.
Office Depot and OfficeMax
Tax season generates stacks of paperwork. To help you dispose of sensitive documents safely, Office Depot and OfficeMax are providing free in-store shredding for up to 5 pounds of documents through April 29.
Tax Software & Filing Discounts
Procrastinating until the last minute? If you still need to file, here are current offers on tax-prep tools:
TaxSlayer
TaxSlayer is offering up to 13% off federal tax filing fees.
TurboTax
TurboTax has a 17% discount on certain product purchases.
H&R Block
Save up to 15% on select H&R Block online tax filing options, and get $5 off some in-store purchases and $5 off in-store appointments.
TaxAct
TaxAct is offering up to 25% off federal tax filing through TaxAct.
E-File
Save up to 30% on tax e-filing through E-File.
Food & Drink Tax Day Offers
Celebrate getting your taxes done (or procrastinating) with a free bite or discounted beverage. Below are some of the top Tax Day food and drink offers for 2023.
Kona Ice
Kona Ice declares Tax Day “National Chill Out Day.” Their motto: “No taxation without relaxation!” Swing by many locations for a complimentary shaved ice.
Great American Cookies
If you crave sweets, visit Great American Cookies for a free original Chocolate Chip Cookie with any purchase on Tax Day. (This promo hasn’t been formally announced yet, but it’s a repeat offer from past years. We’ll update as we get closer to April 18.)
Noodles & Company
Noodles & Co. Rewards Members typically see special offers throughout April for tax season. Details for 2023 haven’t been posted yet, but we expect tasty rewards again this year.
Boston Market
Boston Market is running a Tax Day Special on April 18 only: a Half Chicken Individual Meal with two sides, cornbread, a regular fountain drink and a cookie for just $10.40 (get it? like Form 1040?). No coupon required.
Nestlé Rallies Nut Butter Bombs
If taxes leave a bitter taste, sweeten things up. Through April 30, get 25% off all Nestlé Rallies Nut Butter Bombs via Amazon using the promo code Rallies2023 at checkout.
Perdue Farms
Perdue Farms is discounting online orders by 18% from April 17–18, 2023, with code TAXDAY18. Their online selection includes hormone- and antibiotic-free meats and curated bundles.
Hooters
On April 18, Hooters will run multiple Tax Day specials, starting with the 1040EZ Meal — $10.40 for options like 4 tenders and fries, 8 boneless wings and fries, or six bone-in wings and fries. They’ll also have $2 Blue Moons on draft and $4 off Long Island iced teas.
Round Table Pizza
From April 15–18, Round Table Pizza Royal Rewards members can save $10 on any two regularly priced large or extra-large pizzas at participating locations.
Fazoli’s
Between April 14–20, Fazoli’s is giving away six free breadsticks with any purchase.
Marble Slab Creamery
Marble Slab Creamery Slab Happy Rewards members who make a purchase on April 18 will receive a surprise reward valid on a return visit within 14 days.
Sonny’s BBQ
Sonny’s BBQ brings back a playful Tax Day promotion: the IRS — the Irresistible Ribs Special. On April 18, visit any Sonny’s for a half-price St. Louis Ribs Plate, which includes two sides and bread.
Other Tax Day Specials
Southwest Airlines
If you have a Southwest Rapid Rewards account, sign in and use the TurboTax link there. File through that link by April 18, 2023, and you’ll earn 1,000 Rapid Rewards points.
Straight Talk
Looking for a new phone? Straight Talk runs sizable Tax Day smartphone discounts, though this promotion ends early on March 31 while supplies last.
Planet Fitness
Want to shed tax-season stress? From April 15–18, Planet Fitness offers a free workout and HydroMassage session at any of its 2,000+ locations nationwide.
Possible Tax Day Promotions to Watch
In prior years, many of these brands ran Tax Day promos. While some haven’t announced official deals for this year yet, it’s worth checking their websites as April 18 nears to see what freebies or specials may appear:
- Applebee’s often promotes drink specials around tax season. Check back as Tax Day approaches for any announcements.
- Bruegger’s Bagels previously offered a $10.40 Big Bagel Bundle deal and 20% off catering pickups or deliveries with the code “twentyoff.”
- When buying a used vehicle, consider a history report. Last year, companies other than CARFAX ran promotions on vehicle history reports around Tax Day.
- Bumper once discounted vehicle history reports by 25% for buyers using refunds to purchase a used car. We’ll post updates if similar offers appear.
- California Tortilla used to give free chips and queso when customers used a secret password; in past years it’s changed (from “chippin’ in” to “1040”), so check for this year’s password.
- Cinnabon has distributed free Tax Day Bites in the past, but participation varies by location — contact your local Cinnabon before heading out.
- Chuck E. Cheese has offered parents a Tax Day break with promotions like a free large cheese pizza with purchase of another large pizza and spring-break ticket offers (by saying “I need a fun break”).
- Dollar General hasn’t posted a Tax Day sale yet, but historically runs good promotions leading into Tax Day.
- Previously, Firehouse Subs gave a free medium sub with the purchase of a medium or large combo order.
- Hand and Stone Spa has promoted a “Relax the Tax” sale on a one-hour introductory massage starting around $39.95 in past years.
- Hardees once gave away free sausage biscuits before 10 a.m. on Tax Day.
- Hot Dog on a Stick previously offered one free Original Turkey Dog or Veggie Dog to every customer on Tax Day.
- Kona Grill has in the past discounted margaritas — for example, two House, Skinny or Watermelon Margaritas for $10.40.
- Schlotzsky’s has treated guests to a free small Original sandwich with the purchase of a drink and chips at participating locations on Tax Day — no coupon necessary. Their Original sandwich includes ham, two types of salami and three kinds of cheese.
- Sonic Drive-In historically offered half-price cheeseburgers all day on Tax Day, plus half-price shakes, floats and slushes after 8 p.m.
- Last tax season (April 1–18, 2022), Smokey Bones loyalty members received a $10 off coupon for dine-in or online orders over $25. Not a Bones Club member? You can join to hear about future promotions.
- Tony Roma’s previously handed out coupons for kickin’ shrimp to email club members that could be used on a future visit. If you’re on their email list, watch your inbox.
- Zeel — offering in-home massages across many cities — has in the past given first-time customers $20 off their first massage during April.
Also, if you’re looking for budget-friendly outings and ways to save while traveling this season, check out free things to do in nyc and travel freebies and deals for ideas and additional savings.
Contributor Michael Adams has covered personal finance topics including banking, taxes and insurance since 2012. His work has been featured in outlets such as Forbes, USA Today and travel and lifestyle publications.
