FREE RED CUP: Starbucks Red Cup Day is set for Nov. 13, 2025. Buy any handcrafted holiday drink in any size to get a complimentary reusable red cup.

Is that the chiming of sleigh bells heard from afar? No, it’s the noise of coffee enthusiasts preparing for one of the most awaited days of the year. Clear your calendars, as Starbucks’ festive season kicked off on Nov. 6.

So what does this eagerly awaited holiday celebration entail? Starbucks is reintroducing those seasonal beverages that we simply cannot go a full year without. We’re referring to beloved options like Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Iced Sugar Cookie Latte, and Iced Gingerbread Chai. Additionally, later in the season, two holiday favorites — the Chestnut Praline Latte and Eggnog Latte — will wonderfully return. We don’t know about you, but we’re certainly embracing the holiday cheer.

However, the main attraction of the festive season is the return of Red Cup Day. On Nov. 13, Starbucks will be distributing limited-edition reusable red cups for free with any handcrafted holiday drink (at participating locations while supplies last). The complimentary red cup is a 16-oz grande complete with a lid.

We truly wouldn’t want you to overlook this unique giveaway, so make your plans in advance. It may sound a bit silly. This is a reusable cup, after all. But surprisingly, people genuinely adore free items! Red Cup Day usually attracts large crowds, so arriving early or ordering through the Starbucks app can assist you in outpacing the crowd and securing your cherished cup before they’re gone for good.