Before planning on a free meal, there’s a slight catch—one that’s either fun or humiliating, depending on your point of view. July 9 is Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-A, when you can receive a free meal if (and here’s the catch) you enter the restaurant fully dressed as a cow. Kids dressed as cows (or calves) are also entitled to …
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It’s a Deal: Up to 70% Off at Victoria’s Secret
Use the discount code SWIMVS20 to get an extra 20% off already-discounted swimwear during Victoria’s Secret’s Semi-Annual Sale. The code is valid for purchases made through Thursday, July 8.
It’s a Deal: Free Jr. Deluxe Sandwich at Arby’s
On Monday, July 5, customers get a free Jr. Deluxe at Arby’s with the purchase of any drink. The offer is limited to one sandwich per person. More details here.
Monster Money-Saving List Round-up: Freebies, Outlet Store Rip-offs, Remedies to De-Stink Your Shoes, Coupon Secrets and Coupon Sins
Also: stuff you should never pay for, including certain insurance policies, brand-new technology, checking accounts, and ridiculous plastic surgeries. Cankle liposuction anyone?
It’s a Deal: $1 Flip-Flips at Old Navy
This Saturday, July 3, a “Feeting Frenzy” promotion offers flip-flips for just a buck at Old Navy (thanks FatWallet). A Facebook coupon is required to get the $1 flip-flops, and there’s a five pair maximum.
It’s a Deal: 30% Off at Dickies
Use the coupon code WT130 (thanks dealnews) to get 30% off clothing purchases (including merchandise that’s already on sale) at Dickies.com. The code is valid through July 5.
It’s a Deal: 20% Off Everything at CVS.com
It’s a Deal: Carter’s Kids Clothing from $3.99
Check out Carter’s Super Duper Clearance Sale (online and in stores) for pajamas, T-shirts, outfits, and more starting at $3.99. A big selection of clearance items are available in baby, toddler, and kids’ sizes.
It’s a Deal: 30% Off Everything at Old Navy
Use the discount code ONBIG30 to get 30% off purchases at OldNavy.com now through June 29. Merchandise in stores is also being discounted by 30%, no coupons required.
It’s a Deal: Kids Eat Free at IKEA
Now through July 5, you can choose three items (choices include meatballs, mac and cheese, two cookies, yogurt, and chocolate milk) to make a kids’ meal at IKEA free of charge. No purchase necessary. For kids under the age of 12 only. More details here.
Discount Merchandise Only: 32 Websites and Stores Where You’ll Never Pay Full Price
Why pay retail when you don’t have to? Whenever I’m shopping for something I need—and that’s pretty much the only time I go shopping, which is really more like hunting—I’ll swing by a store’s clearance section to see if something there will do the trick. Utilizing the resources listed below is the equivalent of taking a quick look in …
It’s a Deal: $10 Off $10 Purchase at DSW
Use the coupon code TAKE10 (thanks for the heads up Buxr) to get $10 off purchases of $10 or more at the Designer Shoe Warehouse website. The offer is valid for purchases through June 28. More details here.