7-Eleven is giving away free small Slurpees today nationwide, marking the iconic frozen drink’s 60th anniversary and the convenience chain’s 99th birthday. The giveaway runs from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores, with one free small Slurpee per customer and no purchase required.
The Slurpee first landed in 7-Eleven stores in 1966 after the chain made a licensing deal with The Icee Company to sell slushies under a new brand name, according to 7-Eleven Franchising. The name was coined by an advertising executive referencing the sound made when drinking it.
To mark the 60th-anniversary celebration, 7-Eleven is introducing a limited-edition Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee flavor. The drink blends citrusy Mountain Dew with sweet vanilla icing for a birthday cake-inspired twist, available while supplies last. The flavor comes in commemorative 60th-anniversary Slurpee Day cups with limited-edition bedazzled Slurpee “S” double straws inspired by the brand’s diamond anniversary, according to 7-Eleven Franchising.
The tradition of offering free Slurpees on 7-Eleven Day started in 2002 when the chain celebrated its 75th birthday, according to reporting from Burlington Free Press. Since then, the July 11 giveaway has become an annual summer ritual for Slurpee fans. Today’s promotion also aligns with 7-Eleven’s 99th birthday, which falls on the same date.
Beyond the free Slurpee, 7-Eleven is offering additional deals for the occasion. Loyalty members can scan their rewards information on Slurpee Day to receive a coupon for another free Slurpee drink valid throughout July, according to 7-Eleven Franchising. The chain is also offering $7.11 off a $20 or more purchase using the promo code 711DAY, according to multiple sources covering the promotion.
Sources
- USA Today — confirmed free small Slurpees at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores on July 11, 2026
- 7-Eleven Franchising — provided details on the Slurpee’s 1966 launch, the Mountain Dew Confetti Chill flavor, limited-edition cups and straws, and loyalty member coupon offer
- KTLA — reported the Slurpee first landed in stores in 1966 and became a summer staple
- Burlington Free Press — noted the free Slurpee tradition started in 2002 during 7-Eleven’s 75th birthday
- NACS — confirmed 7-Eleven is celebrating its 99th birthday on July 11, 2026
