FREE RED CUP: Starbucks Red Cup Day is November 13, 2025. Buy any handcrafted Christmas drink, any size, to get a free reusable red cup.
Is that the sound of sleigh bells in the distance? No, it’s the sound of coffee lovers preparing for one of the most anticipated days of the year. Clear your schedules, because the Starbucks holiday season officially begins on November 6.
So, what exactly does this highly anticipated festive celebration include? Starbucks is welcoming back those holiday drinks we just can’t live without for a whole year. We’re talking favorites like the Peppermint Mocha, Burnt Caramel Latte, Iced Sugar Cookie Latte, and Iced Gingerbread Chai. And later in the season, two holiday classics – the Chestnut Praline Latte and the Eggnog Latte – will make a glorious return. We feel the festive spirit.
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But that’s not the highlight of the holidays. It’s the return of Red Cup Day. On November 13, Starbucks will give away free, limited-edition reusable red cups with any handcrafted Christmas beverage (at participating stores while supplies last). The free red mug is a large 16 ounce with a lid.
We really wouldn’t want you to miss out on this special gift, so plan ahead. This may seem a bit ridiculous. It’s a reusable cup, for goodness sake. But surprisingly, people actually like free stuff? Red Cup Day tends to draw big crowds, so arriving early or placing your order through the Starbucks app can help you avoid the rush and secure your precious cup before it’s gone for good.
