When is Starbucks Red Cup Day? Here's how you can get free 2025 limited-edition cup

Starbucks is set to celebrate the holiday season with Red Cup Day on November 13, offering free reusable red cups.

Updated on: Nov 12, 2025, 22:44:25 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Red Cup Day: Starbucks is celebrating the arrival of the holiday season by offering free limited-edition 2025 reusable red cups on November 13. Customers, who place an order for any handcrafted holiday or fall beverage — whether hot, iced, or blended — at participating stores in the United States, will be given a complimentary grande (16-ounce) reusable red cup, subject to availability.

Starbucks Red Cup Day is on Nov. 13 (Starbucks )

What is Starbucks Red Cup Day?

Red Cup Day has evolved into one of Starbucks' most eagerly awaited yearly traditions. The company announced that it will distribute more cups than ever this year and will have additional baristas on hand to guarantee a seamless and enjoyable experience.

This giveaway signifies the commencement of Starbucks' holiday season offerings, which include festive drinks, seasonal snacks, and gift-ready products available during the holiday period.

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Red Cup Day: Which Starbucks drinks are available?

Starbucks' Red Cup Day promotion features most beloved seasonal selections, including:

Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Sugar Cookie Latte, Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte, among others.

However, the Starbucks Christmas Blend and Starbucks Reserve Christmas brewed coffee are excluded from this offer.

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How to avail free Starbucks Red Cup?

Customers have the opportunity to engage through various ordering methods — be it in the café, at the drive-thru, or through the Starbucks app and delivery services like DoorDash, Grubhub, or Uber Eats.

The 2025 reusable red cup, crafted from 95% recycled materials, showcases a hand-drawn design by Starbucks designer Yvonne Chan, who expressed her desire to encapsulate “the little moment of magic you experience” while entering a Starbucks from the chilly outdoors.

Moreover, customers presenting a clean personal cup, such as the 2025 red cup, will be granted a 10-cent discount on their beverage.

Furthermore, members of Starbucks Rewards will accumulate double stars on their complete order when utilizing a reusable cup.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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