National Cheeseburger Day is here, and fast-food chains across the U.S. are celebrating with mouthwatering deals — including McDonald’s offering Double Cheeseburgers for just 50 cents.
When Is National Cheeseburger Day?
National Cheeseburger Day takes place every year on September 18, honoring one of America’s most iconic foods. According to the National Day Calendar, this holiday celebrates “America’s favorite sandwich with a slice of cheese.”
Cheeseburgers are a fan favorite nationwide. A YouGov survey ranks hamburgers as the most popular American dish, with cheeseburgers also landing in the top 10.
How to Get a 50-Cent McDonald’s Double Cheeseburger
McDonald’s is making the holiday extra special this year. On Thursday, Sept. 18, customers can score a Double Cheeseburger for just 50 cents when they order through the McDonald’s mobile app.
This exclusive offer is limited to one per person per visit and is available only at participating locations. You can find it under the App Exclusive Deals section once you log in.
More Burger Deals for National Cheeseburger Day
If one cheeseburger isn’t enough, several other popular chains are also joining the celebration with tempting promotions:
Burger King
Members of Burger King’s Royal Perks loyalty program can get a free bacon cheeseburger with any purchase of $1 or more on Sept. 18.
White Castle
White Castle is offering a buy-one-get-one (BOGO) deal on Cheese Sliders from Sept. 18 through Sept. 21. Use promo code SAYCHEESE to claim the deal (limit one free slider per customer).
DoorDash + Shake Shack
DoorDash and Shake Shack have teamed up to offer $9 off any Shake Shack order of $25 or more on Sept. 18. This offer is available exclusively via DoorDash delivery.
Whataburger
Order a No. 5 Bacon & Cheese Whataburger on Sept. 18 and get free fries or onion rings of any size. This deal is available through the Whataburger app or website.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Freddy’s Rewards members can get a free Original Double Steakburger with any $10 purchase. This deal runs from Sept. 18 through Sept. 21 and must be redeemed through the Freddy’s app.
Applebee’s
Applebee’s is offering any handcrafted burger with fries for $8.99 on Sept. 18. The deal is valid for dine-in, takeout, or app orders.
Smashburger
Smashburger fans can grab any single Smashburger for $4.99 on Sept. 18. Use code BURGERDAY25 when ordering online or in the app. Mention the offer to your cashier in-store.
Red Robin
Red Robin is serving up its Big Yummm Burger for $9.99 at participating locations on Sept. 18 only.
Wayback Burgers
Wayback Burgers is celebrating with $5 Classic Burgers on Sept. 18. The offer applies in-store, online, and through the Wayback Rewards app.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is offering a free Double Original Cheeseburger Stackburger with any $1 purchase through Sept. 19. The deal is available to new and existing DQ Rewards members.
Checkers & Rally’s
Grab the signature Big Buford burger for just $3 on Sept. 18 at participating Checkers & Rally’s locations (while supplies last).
Ruby Tuesday
Ruby Tuesday is discounting its lineup of smashed burgers all day on Sept. 18 at participating locations nationwide.