CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 1, 2026--
The countdown is on to National Doughnut Day – and there’s one destination that does it best: Krispy Kreme®.
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This Friday (June 5), Krispy Kreme is celebrating the sweetest day of the year by treating guests to a free doughnut of their choice – no purchase necessary.* It’s simple: stop by, pick your favorite and enjoy.
From the iconic Original Glazed® to classics like Strawberry Iced with Sprinkles or Chocolate Iced Kreme™ Filled, Krispy Kreme is serving up the flavors people come back for year after year – making Krispy Kreme the go-to destination to celebrate.
To make the day even sweeter, guests can also enjoy a dozen Original Glazed® doughnuts for just $2 with the purchase of any dozen, available in-shop and via drive-thru at participating locations.
“National Doughnut Day is one of our most joyful traditions – a moment to celebrate the doughnuts people love, the guests who inspire us every day and the simple happiness that comes from sharing something sweet,” said Alison Holder, Chief Brand & Product Officer at Krispy Kreme. “We’re excited to welcome everyone in on Friday to enjoy a free Krispy Kreme favorite and celebrate with us.”
Visit www.krispykreme.com/locate/location-search to find a shop near you and share how you’re celebrating National Doughnut Day on social media by using #KrispyKreme and tagging @krispykreme. To learn more about National Doughnut Day, visit www.krispykreme.com/promos/nationaldoughnutday.
*Krispy Kreme’s free doughnut offer on National Doughnut Day is limited to one doughnut per guest, available in-shop and via drive-thru only. Offer excludes limited-time doughnuts, seasonal doughnuts and Original Glazed® cinnamon rolls.
About Krispy Kreme
Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 40 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing digital business. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities, and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at KrispyKreme.com and follow us on social: X, Instagram and Facebook.
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Krispy Kreme is the place to be National Doughnut Day
BERLIN (AP) — The memories of two successive World Cup group-stage exits weigh heavily on the Germany team before another attempt at restoring lost pride.
Surely it couldn’t happen again?
Germany, the four-time world champion, has been on a quest for redemption since its ignoble exit from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar marked a new low for the national team. Hansi Flick, the Germany coach at the time, held on for six more games before making way after three straight defeats.
Julian Nagelsmann took over in time for the 2024 European Championship and marked a new beginning with young, exciting players. Germany, the host, lost to eventual champion Spain in the quarterfinals, when Nagelsmann said there had been little between the teams and bullishly lamented having to wait two years before becoming world champion.
Nagelsmann has maintained that stance and repeated it again Thursday, even if his late decision to recall veteran goalkeeper Manual Neuer from two years of international retirement indicates a lack of conviction in Oliver Baumann, whom he’d previously indicated would be the No. 1 in goal after solid performances in qualifying.
Neuer is the only remaining member of the World Cup-winning team from 2014 in the Germany squad.
Nagelsmann acknowledged that Neuer’s return is “a blow” for Baumann, a team player who is unlikely to grumble in public about the decision. But the 40-year-old Neuer’s experience over 124 games for Germany could be a boon for the squad in what will be the goalkeeper’s fifth World Cup tournament.
“Everyone knows what kind of aura he possesses and the quality he brings to a team,” Nagelsmann said. “We don’t have a goalkeeper problem.”
Neuer is just over two years older than the 38-year-old Nagelsmann – who will be at his first World Cup.
His inclusion lifts the average age of the squad to 27.98 years, the oldest since the 2002 World Cup under Rudi Völler, Kicker magazine reported.
Neuer’s teammate at Bayern Munich, Joshua Kimmich, will captain the side.
The only concerns are Neuer’s recurring injuries. Neuer was to miss Bayern Munich’s German Cup final against Stuttgart because of a calf injury.
Germany’s problems at the last two World Cups started with opening defeats to Mexico and Japan in Russia and Qatar, respectively.
Tournament newcomer Curaçao is unlikely to spring a surprise when they meet for their Group E opener in Houston on June 14.
Germany next faces Ivory Coast and Ecuador, potentially more difficult rivals, but Germany should still have enough firepower to advance from the group – particularly because FIFA’s expanded version of the tournament means 32 of the 48 participating teams will reach the knockout stage.
Germany had few problems in World Cup qualifying but has struggled against other European heavyweights like France, Portugal and Spain, suggesting it still has some way to go before it can compete against its main rivals.
Defensive stability is Nagelsmann’s biggest worry as Germany conceded four goals in two friendly wins over Switzerland (4-3) and Ghana (2-1) in March.
Jonathan Tah and Nico Schlotterbeck formed the central defensive partnerships for both games, with Kimmich – who plays in midfield for Bayern – at right back with David Raum or Nathaniel Brown on the left. Brown got the nod at left back for Germany's 4-0 warmup win over Finland on Sunday, when Tah and Schlotterbeck again formed the central defense.
Serge Gnabry’s absence through injury is a blow, but Germany has enough attacking talent in Bayern’s Jamal Musiala and Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz for Nagelsmann to resist calls to bring Cologne teenager Said El Mala.
Bayern’s Lennart Karl, the youngest member of the squad at 18, is Nagelsmann’s wild card after recovering from a hamstring injury in time to feature.
This story has been corrected as an earlier version incorrectly reported Germany beat Ghana 1-0, rather than 2-1, in March.
AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/fifa-world-cup
Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann, announces the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a news conference at the German Football Association, DFB, headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)
Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann, announces the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a news conference at the German Football Association, DFB, headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)
