You spot the announcement and smile — Dunkin’ is handing out a single mitten so you can keep sipping iced coffee without freezing your hand. Buy any iced drink on Friday, Feb. 20 after 10 a.m. at participating locations and get a free limited-edition iced coffee mitten while supplies last.
This short piece will cover exactly how to claim the mitten, why Dunkin’ made a one-handed accessory, and what the giveaway says about the brand’s playful connection with fans. Expect quick details on timing, availability, and the community angle behind the stunt.
Details of the Single Mitten Giveaway
Dunkin is giving away a single left-handed mitten to customers who buy an iced drink during a limited one-day promotion. The key details cover how to get one, who it’s aimed at, and when and where the mitten will be available.
How to Get the Free Mitten
Customers must purchase any iced drink—iced coffee, cold brew, or other iced beverages—at participating Dunkin locations on the promotion day to receive the free mitten. The mitten is distributed only with an eligible iced-drink purchase; no separate purchase or code is required.
Availability begins at 10 a.m. local time on the day of the giveaway. Distribution is on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, so guests who want the freebie should plan to arrive early. The offer applies only in-store at participating restaurants and is not guaranteed at all Dunkin locations.
Who the Promo Is Meant For
The mitten targets customers who insist on drinking iced coffee or cold brew year-round, including through cold weather. It nods to the playful “Team Iced” crowd who prefer chilled beverages even in winter.
It also serves Dunkin fans who collect branded merch; casual customers who want a functional, novelty item may appreciate the single left-handed mitten. The giveaway may appeal to loyal Dunkin patrons who regularly buy iced drinks and to social-media-minded guests likely to share photos of the mitten.
Timing and Locations for the Offer
The giveaway runs for one day only, starting at 10 a.m. local time on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, and continues while supplies last. Dunkin has confirmed the date and start time in its announcement, and national coverage notes the limited, one-day nature of the promotion. (See details at USA TODAY.)
Participating locations vary; not every Dunkin will take part. Guests should check with their local Dunkin or visit Dunkin’s newsroom for location-specific participation before making a special trip. Staff discretion applies if inventory runs out during the day.
Dunkin’s Culture and Community Impact
Dunkin’ leans into playful product drops, charitable giving, and strong social engagement to keep customers talking and buying. The brand’s campaigns tie impulse purchases—like a single mitten giveaway—to clear community benefits and merch drops that sell out fast.
Social Media Buzz from Food-Focused Instagram Pages
Food-focused Instagram pages drove much of the mitten conversation by posting short, shareable clips of the mitten in use with iced coffee. Influencers on accounts that regularly cover coffee trends, limited drops, and meme-friendly food items showed how the mitten works outdoors and paired it with close-up shots of iced drinks, creating high-engagement Reels and Stories.
Posts highlighted practical details—fit, fabric, and how it keeps a cup cold—while tagging Dunkin’ and linking to purchase or pickup info. That mix of product demo and humor led to rapid resharing: comments asked where to get the mitten, followers DM’d shop links, and local franchise accounts amplified nearby pickup availability. The net effect: earned attention without large ad buys, driven by accounts that specialize in food and beverage trends.
The Role of the Joy in Childhood Foundation
Dunkin’ positioned the giveaway alongside its fundraising efforts with the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, which focuses on bringing joy to kids facing hunger or illness. Historically, Dunkin’ has pledged $1 from select iced-beverage days to the foundation, which funds local grants for hospitals, food programs, and child-focused activities.
For this campaign, the foundation element provided a clear charitable tie-in that franchisees and customers could rally behind. Local Dunkin’ shops often promote which nonprofits receive funds, and the foundation’s existing partnerships made it easy to route donations to hospitals and food banks. That transparency helped convert social buzz into measurable community impact and encouraged purchases tied to philanthropy.
ShopDunkin.com Exclusives and Wedding Merch
ShopDunkin.com amplified the mitten launch by offering limited-run items and bringing back fan-favorite pieces, including wedding-themed merch from prior drops. The online store featured product pages with multiple images, size and material specs, and “sold out” notices to create urgency for shoppers who missed in-store pickup.
Wedding merch—previously a viral capsule—returned alongside the mitten as part of a curated drop, letting superfans buy novelty items like donut-patterned napkins or branded apparel. The e-commerce push included clear checkout options for foundation donations when applicable, and inventory updates encouraged quick purchases. This coordination between physical freebies and online exclusives helped Dunkin’ monetize fandom while keeping community-minded messaging front and center.
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