Americans are gearing up for a big day today, hitting the polls in what could be the most consequential election in recent U.S. history. As it happens, there’s another big event that you may not have heard of, but that could prove to be a nice distraction: National Sandwich Day.
Each year on November 3, restaurants and fast-food chains recognize one of America’s favorite culinary inventions—whether you stack it high or thin—with discounts, deals, and free food.
Here’s what to know.
What is National Sandwich Day?
National Sandwich Day is named after—you guessed it—the 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, otherwise known as the creative genius behind that popular invention that places meat between two pieces of bread. The holiday is celebrated each November 3 to commemorate the earl, who was born on that day in 1718 in England (under the old-style Julian calendar).
Where can I score National Sandwich Day 2026 deals?
There are a number of restaurants and convenience stores celebrating this auspicious occasion. Here are some of our favorite deals.
Subway
Nothing says sandwich like Subway, which is offering Sub Club members a buy-one-get-one-free (BOGO) offer on footlong subs on orders via their app or online.
The footlong BOGO offer will be automatically added to current and new Sub Club members’ wallets in the Subway app. To join Sub Club, visit the Subway app or Subway.com.
Bonus: The deal runs through November 8. Double bonus: At the same time, Subway is also bringing back the super popular Fritos Chicken Enchilada Sub.
7-Eleven
Membership has its rewards: Members of 7-Eleven’s rewards programs—7Rewards and Speedy Rewards—pay only $1 for a Big Gulp or other fountain drink all day on November 3, when they purchase a sandwich.
Firehouse Subs
If subs are your thing, don’t sleep on Firehouse Subs’ one-day-only deal: a free medium submarine sandwich with any purchase of at least $15.
Customers can access the deal in-store or via the app. It applies to any sandwich the restaurant sells, including the seasonal Thanksgiving Turkey Sub.
Jersey Mike’s
Order “Mike’s Way” when you purchase a sub, and get free delivery for all orders over $5 on the app and online.
Pepsi x DoorDash
Pepsi is giving customers $15 off all DoorDash orders of $25 or more, as long as they purchase one of the following Pepsi products: Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, or Mug Root Beer. The deal extends through Wednesday, November 4.
- Use code
PEPSI15OFFon November 3. - Use code
15OFFPEPSIon November 4.
Quiznos
Sign up for Quiznos Rewards loyalty program, make your first app purchase, and get $5 off.
Bonus: If you are traveling through Denver International Airport (DEN) on Tuesday, the Denver-based company is giving away eight “Golden Boarding Passes” for a free sandwich on a future visit (valid for up to a year), according to this Quiznos post on Instagram.
Schlotzsky’s
Schlotzsky’s Deli Rewards members can get medium sandwiches for just $5 each (limit 10 per order) when ordering online or in-store at participating locations.
Smoothie King
You might be wondering how a chain known for its blended smoothies is celebrating National Sandwich Day. The answer: with a little creativity.
For just $9.99, Smoothie King customers can get a bundle that includes a chicken flatbread sandwich with any 20-ounce fruit smoothie.
