Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers

February 5, 2025

We may never be able to thank teachers enough for all their hard work, but we can try! We can’t think of a better way to show our appreciation than by listing all the FREE goodies and deals in the Wichita area for Teacher Appreciation Week. From free food to free car washes to amazing discounts at local stores, we know you’ll get the most out of your Appreciation week!

Teacher Appreciation Week is officially the first full week in May each year. This year its May 5 – 9, 2025.

Deals for Teacher Appreciation Week 2025:

We are still updating, so come back soon

Alzavio Wine Tavern

They are having a special day on Thursday to thank you for all your hard work! You’re on the home stretch! So teachers, nurses, and public service employees…bring in your ID and enjoy 10% off your food purchase!

Thanks for all you do for our kids, our community, and our future! They have Self-serve wines, bottle service, craft beer, appetizers, and desserts!

Location: 1001 W. Douglas Ave

The Popcorn

Last year they gave teachers and administrators a free small paper bag of our Gourmet Buttered (or Classic White) on us! Plus, 10% off any regular-priced items. Must show valid ID, one per customer.

Locaiton:

2121 N Tyler Rd Suite 141
11330 E Central Ave Suite 800

HTeaO Wichita

Happy Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week! Thank you for your passion and hard work in our communities. Teachers will receive 50% off cups of tea from Monday, May 13 to Sunday, May 26, with valid school ID.

Location:

1280 North Tyler Road
12930 East 21st Street North

McAlister’s Deli

Teachers, this one’s for you. Take a break with a McAlister’s Tea, on us. This is their way of saying thanks for all the wonderful things you do! Free 32 oz tea offer valid from May 6 – 12 for Teachers who show valid educator ID at participating locations. Offer not valid on flavored shots or other beverages. Limit one per person. Must order in person (excluding in-app or online orders) for dine-in and takeout orders only. No purchase is necessary.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard

Last year they gave one mini single-topping sundae per teacher or faculty member.

All-Star Sports

Teachers can play mini golf for free on May 4th & 5th

Logan Roadhouse

You can get 20% of your tab from May 6 – 10. You must show a valid ID.

Applebees

Get a FREE dessert with the purchase of any entree and a valid ID. This is valid from May 2- 12 at participating locations.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Teachers and staff get 20% off their orders with valid ID on dine-in, call-in and walk-in orders from May 6 -12.

Firehouse Subs

This sandwich chain is having deals all week through its Firehouse rewards program. Some of the deals include BOGO or two medium sandwiches for $12. This deals is from May 6 – 12.

Sonic
If you are in the Sonic Teacher Circle Rewards, you will find many deals from May 6 to May 20.

Krispy Kreme

Get a FREE dozen donuts for the staffroom when you join their rewards program by May 11th. This deal is open to everyone, not just teachers.

Smoothie King

Teachers can get $2 off their smoothies on May 6 & 7 with the promo code THANKS2024

Great Wolf Lodge

You can save up to 40% off when booking between May 8 – 14.

Many Wichita businesses offer discounts for teachers all year long!

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