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National Cheeseburger Day deals 2026

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Who can resist a cheeseburger? National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, 2026, gives you permission to have more than one burger complete with melted cheese and all the toppings.

Restaurants join in the fun by offering some juicy deals on the cheesy day. Remember, local restaurants and other businesses may offer deals on this day, too — so check our Living on the Cheap network of sites for more offers. We’ll update this list as we find new offers, so keep checking back.

If you’re a burger fan, remember to look for National Hamburger Day deals on May 28, too!

Cheeseburger on a plate

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

Go spicy on National Cheeseburger Day!

On Sept. 18, 2026, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is offering its limited-time Jalapeño Business burger (with a Classic Side) for just $10 — for dine-in only. 

The bold burger is stacked with cheddar cheese, fresh jalapeño slices, a housemade raspberry bacon jam and finished with a flash-fried fresh jalapeño — for the perfect balance of sweet, smoky and spicy!

There are 35+ locations in the U.S. 

Buffalo Wild Wings

Go wild on National Cheeseburger Day!

On Sept. 18, 2026, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Cheeseburger. The offer is not valid on lunch combo or kids’ menu burgers. 

There are 1,364 locations in U.S. 

Dairy Queen

Chill out at Dairy Queen on National Cheeseburger Day! 

From Sept. 14 to 18, 2026, DQ is offering a FREE Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger with any purchase of $1 or more. The offer is only available in the DQ app.

There are 4,178locations in the U.S. However, not all locations serve the full menu, so double-check first. 

Denny’s

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with Denny’s! 

On Sept.18, 2026, Denny’s is offering a buy-one-get-one 50% off Diner QP Burger. 

Part of the restaurant’s new Triple Play menu, the Diner QP burger consists of a 100% all-beef patty, American cheese, diced onion, pickles, mustard and ketchup — all on a Brioche bun. 

Find locations nationwide here. 

Dog Haus

Hot dog! It’s a National Cheeseburger Day deal from Dog Haus! 

Dog Haus is giving customers who purchase a cheeseburger through their loyalty account on Sept. 18, 2026 a reward for a FREE cheeseburger on a future visit. 

There are 50+ locations in the U.S.

McDonald’s

The Golden Arches has been serving its iconic cheeseburgers for more than 85 years, so it’s the perfect place to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day.

On Sept. 18, 2026, McDonald’s is offering a FREE Double Cheeseburger with a minimum purchase of $1. 

The cheesy deal is only available for MyMcDonald’s Rewards members. 

MOOYAH Burgers

On Sept. 18, 2026, MOOYAH Burgers is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE burger — valid on all MOOYAH burgers, including the MOOYAH Cheeseburger, MDC Double Cheeseburger, Hot Bacon Jam, Mushroom Swiss Burger and Double Diablo. 

The offer is only available for MOOYAH Rewards members. 

MOOYAH Burgers has locations in 20 states. 

Smashburger

In celebration of National Cheeseburger Day, Smashburger is offering a cheesy deal for cheeseburger fans! 

On September 18, 2026, Smashburger is offering Any Single Smashburger for just $1— exclusively for SmashRewards members. Any add-ons cost extra.

Find participating locations here. 

 

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