Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating National Bring the Joy Day on September 15, 2026, by giving away 250,000+ free Confetti Bundtlets  one per guest  to the first 300 visitors at all 841 U.S. bakery locations. No purchase, no coupon, and no rewards membership required. Just show up.

Nothing Bundt Cakes is handing out a quarter of a million free cakes on a single Tuesday. No gimmick, no catch, no fine print. Just walk in, grab a free Confetti Bundtlet, and leave happier than you arrived.

What Is National Bring the Joy Day at Nothing Bundt Cakes?

National Bring the Joy Day is Nothing Bundt Cakes’ first-ever brand holiday, held on September 15, 2026. The Dallas-based bakery chain will give the first 300 guests at each of its 841 U.S. locations a free Confetti Bundtlet  no purchase required. The event is part of the brand’s six-week 10 Million Bites of Joy campaign running August 24 through October 4, 2026.

The date is no coincidence. Nothing Bundt Cakes has long anchored its brand around celebration and community. The company  founded in 1997 and now on track to hit 1,000 locations by 2027  has run signature giveaways like the annual National Bundt Day on November 15. National Bring the Joy Day follows that same playbook, but at a significantly larger scale.

When Is National Bring the Joy Day 2026?

National Bring the Joy Day is Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Most bakeries open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Hours vary by location, so check your nearest bakery’s schedule before heading out. Supplies are limited to 300 Bundtlets per location.

How to Get a Free Confetti Bundtlet on September 15

No app download, no coupon code, no purchase needed. Here’s the full process:

Step 1  Find your nearest bakery

Use the store locator at nothingbundtcakes.com to confirm your nearest location’s address and opening hours.

Step 2  Arrive early

This is the only step that actually takes effort. The free Bundtlets are first-come, first-served  and 300 go fast at high-traffic locations.

Step 3  Ask a team member for your free Bundtlet

Walk in and let a team member know you’re there for National Bring the Joy Day. That’s it.

What do you need to bring?

Nothing. No ID, no loyalty card, no printed coupon. The offer is open to anyone who walks through the door.

How Many Free Bundtlets Are Being Given Away?

Nothing Bundt Cakes is distributing more than 250,000 free Confetti Bundtlets on September 15, 2026  300 per bakery across all 841 U.S. locations. This makes National Bring the Joy Day the largest single-day giveaway in Nothing Bundt Cakes’ history.

For context, when Nothing Bundt Cakes celebrated National Bundt Day in November 2019, the chain had just over 300 locations. The 2026 giveaway nearly triples that scale. At a regular retail price of approximately $6 per Bundtlet, the total value of free cake being given away on September 15 exceeds $1.5 million.

What Time Should You Arrive to Get One?

Most competitors’ coverage tells you to “arrive early.” That’s not specific enough. Here’s a breakdown by bakery type:

For airport and mall-based bakeries, opening hours often differ from standard retail locations. Confirm directly with your location before planning a trip.

Which Flavor Is the Free Bundtlet?

The free Bundtlet on National Bring the Joy Day is the Confetti flavor  a vanilla cake loaded with rainbow sprinkles throughout, finished with Nothing Bundt Cakes’ signature cream cheese frosting.

The Confetti Bundtlet is one of the brand’s most-loved flavors, which is precisely why it anchors every major NBC giveaway. If this is your first Nothing Bundt Cakes experience, it’s a solid introduction to what makes the brand so popular.

Is There a Purchase Required to Get the Free Confetti Bundtlet?

No. The free Confetti Bundtlet on September 15 requires absolutely no purchase. The first 300 guests at each of the 841 participating U.S. locations receive one free Bundtlet, no strings attached.

This is the simplest possible offer: show up before the 300-guest limit is reached, and the cake is yours.

Can You Get More Than One Free Bundtlet?

The limit is one free Bundtlet per guest per bakery visit. However, nothing prevents you from visiting multiple Nothing Bundt Cakes locations on September 15  each location operates its own independent supply of 300 Bundtlets.

If you have two locations within a reasonable distance, this is a legitimate strategy. Just factor in travel time and the likelihood that a second location’s supply will still be available later in the morning.

Do You Need to Be a Bundtastic Rewards Member?

No Bundtastic Rewards membership is needed to claim the free Bundtlet on September 15. The offer is open to all walk-in guests, regardless of loyalty program status.

That said, signing up for Bundtastic Rewards is worth doing before you go. Members receive a free Bundtlet during their birthday month  separate from any promotional giveaways  along with early access to announcements for events exactly like this one.

Can You Get the Free Bundtlet Through Delivery or Online Ordering?

No. The National Bring the Joy Day free Bundtlet is available in-bakery only. It cannot be claimed through online orders, the Nothing Bundt Cakes app, or third-party delivery platforms.

You must be physically present at a participating location to receive your free cake. There are no exceptions to the in-person requirement.

What If You Miss the First 300 Guests?

Missing the cutoff doesn’t mean missing out entirely. A few options worth considering:

• Buy a Confetti Bundtlet anyway  at approximately $6, it’s still one of the better value treats you’ll find at a specialty bakery
• Try the Apple Pie Cake  Nothing Bundt Cakes’ new Pop-Up flavor launches on September 14 and runs through September 27 while supplies last; this is a separate, purchasable limited-time flavor available to everyone
• Grab the Biscoff Cookie Butter Cake  the fan-favorite seasonal flavor is back for a limited run this fall
• Sign up for Bundtastic Rewards  claim your free birthday Bundtlet whenever your birthday month rolls around

Which Bakeries Are Participating in the Free Bundtlet Giveaway?

All 841 Nothing Bundt Cakes U.S. locations are participating in the National Bring the Joy Day free Bundtlet giveaway on September 15, 2026.

Use the store locator at nothingbundtcakes.com to find your nearest participating bakery, confirm opening hours, and get directions.

What Is the 10 Million Bites of Joy Campaign?

National Bring the Joy Day is the centerpiece event within a much larger initiative. The 10 Million Bites of Joy campaign runs from August 24 through October 4, 2026  six weeks of brand activations designed to share cake with as many people as possible.

Activities across the campaign include:

• In-bakery sampling at locations nationwide
• Community fundraising events tied to local causes
• Surprise-and-delight experiences at select locations
• Ongoing promotional giveaways beyond the September 15 event

September 15 is the campaign’s biggest single moment, but the six-week window offers multiple opportunities to get involved if you miss the main event.

What Should You Do After Getting Your Free Bundtlet?

Once you’ve claimed your free Confetti Bundtlet, here are three ways to make the most of your visit:

Try the Apple Pie Cake  a brand-new limited-time flavor

The Apple Pie Cake Pop-Up launches the day before National Bring the Joy Day  September 14  and runs through September 27. It’s available at participating locations while supplies last and is a natural pairing with the fall season.

Pick up the Biscoff Cookie Butter Cake

The Biscoff Cookie Butter Cake is back for a limited seasonal run. If you’ve never had it, this is the time. Cookie butter is a polarizing flavor  people who love it tend to really love it.

Sign up for Bundtastic Rewards before you leave

The in-store signup takes about two minutes. Once you’re a member, your birthday month unlocks a free Bundtlet  no event required, no waiting for next year’s giveaway.

Nothing Bundt Cakes’ History of Big Giveaways

Nothing Bundt Cakes has a long track record of large-scale giveaways, but National Bring the Joy Day raises the bar considerably.

The jump from 300+ locations in 2019 to 841 in 2026 illustrates how aggressively Nothing Bundt Cakes has grown. With 1,000 locations projected by 2027, future giveaways could be even larger.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is the Nothing Bundt Cakes free Bundtlet giveaway on September 15?
Nothing Bundt Cakes is giving one free Confetti Bundtlet to the first 300 guests at all 841 U.S. locations on September 15, 2026  National Bring the Joy Day. No purchase or coupon is required. Total giveaway: 250,000+ Bundtlets nationwide.

What time do Nothing Bundt Cakes locations open on September 15?
Most locations open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM on September 15. Hours vary by bakery, so confirm your nearest location’s opening time using the store locator at nothingbundtcakes.com before you go.

How do I find the nearest participating bakery for the free Confetti Bundtlet?
Every U.S. location is participating. Use the store locator at nothingbundtcakes.com, enter your zip code, and confirm opening hours for your specific bakery.

Is the Nothing Bundt Cakes free Bundtlet available for delivery or pickup orders?
No. The free Bundtlet on September 15 is in-bakery only. It cannot be claimed through the Nothing Bundt Cakes app, the website, or any delivery platform.

Do I need to download the Nothing Bundt Cakes app to get the free Bundtlet?
No. The app is not required. Simply walk into any U.S. Nothing Bundt Cakes location on September 15 before the 300-guest limit is reached.

Can I get a free Bundtlet at more than one location?
Yes. The one-per-guest limit applies per location. If you visit multiple bakeries on September 15, you can claim a free Bundtlet at each one, subject to supply availability.

What is the Confetti Bundtlet, and what does it taste like?
The Confetti Bundtlet is a single-serve miniature Bundt cake made with vanilla cake, rainbow confetti sprinkles baked in, and Nothing Bundt Cakes’ signature cream cheese frosting. It retails for approximately $6 when not part of a giveaway.

What if the free Bundtlets run out before I get to the front of the line?
The giveaway is first-come, first-served and limited to 300 per location. If supplies are exhausted, you can purchase a Confetti Bundtlet at the regular price, try the limited Apple Pie Cake (available Sept. 14–27), or sign up for Bundtastic Rewards to receive a free birthday Bundtlet.

Does Nothing Bundt Cakes give away free cake on other days of the year?
Yes. Bundtastic Rewards members receive a free Bundtlet during their birthday month. Nothing Bundt Cakes also typically runs a National Bundt Day giveaway on November 15 each year.

Is the free Confetti Bundtlet on September 15 connected to the Biscoff or Apple Pie Cake releases?
Not directly  though all three are part of the broader 10 Million Bites of Joy campaign running August 24 through October 4. The Apple Pie Cake launches September 14 (the day before National Bring the Joy Day), and the Biscoff Cookie Butter Cake is back in season for a limited run through the fall.