Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!

Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card purchases. 

No one will complain about a gift of a free meal or shopping, and there’s a bonus in there for you! 

Many local and national restaurants and retailers offer gift card bonus offers during the holiday season, so whether you’re purchasing gift cards as gifts or for yourself, these gift card bonus offers will leave you feeling jolly.

Most of the gift cards must be purchased by December 31 in order to receive the bonus — some promos end earlier, so check first. In addition, some promos are available online or in-store only, while others are available either way. 

For true savings, it’s better to buy the gift cards in-store, rather than pay any potential shipping charges.

Local Restaurant and Stores Gift Card Bonus Offers

Restaurant/Business – Minimum Gift Card Purchase = Bonus Offer

Condados: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid  1/1/25-3/31/25.

Cap City: $100 = $25 bonus card reward through December 30, 2024. Bonus card valid Sunday – Thursday, January 2 – February 27, 2025

Cameron Mitchell Restaurants: $100 = $25 bonus card. Now through December 30, 2024. The $25 bonus card reward can be used nationwide Sunday-Thursday from January 2- February 27, 2025.

ZipZone Outdoor Adventures: BLACK FRIDAY DEAL: Gift Certificate Specials available starting on Black Friday
Zip Line Tour  – 20% off our Canopy Tour – Sale price: $71.20 (regular price: $79.00)
Adventure Park: 
40% off – Adventure Park Ticket ages 12+ Sale price: $35.40 (regular price: $59.00)
40% – Junior Adventure Park Ticket ages7-11 Sale price: $32.40 (Regular price: $54.00)
40% – Kids Park Pass Ticket 4-7 Sale Price: $14.40(Regular price: $24.00)

Refectory: Buy $125 = $26 bonus card. Now through Christmas. Bonus card valid February 1, 2025 – April 26, 2025

Restaurant Chain Gift Card Bonus Offers

Abuelo’s: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card redeemable January 1 – March 31, 2025.

Applebee’s: $50 = $10 bonus card. Offer valid from 10/30/24 – 12/31/24 at applebees.com only. Bonus card EXPIRES 03/02/25 

BJ’s Restaurant Brewhouse: $100 = $20 bonus card, plus receive a 20% OFF VIP Card. Bonus card valid 1/2/2025–1/30/2025

Benihana: $50 = $10 Promo Card, $200 = $60 promo card

Bonefish Grill: $50 gift card = TWO $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/2025 – 2/9/2025

BRAVO Cucina Italiana: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024 Bonus card valid  1/1/2025 to 2/28/2025

Brio Tuscan Grille: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/2025 to 2/28/2025

Buffalo Wild Wings: $25 = $5 bonus coupon. ($5 bonus e-card if purchased online) Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/2025 – 2/28/2025.

California Pizza Kitchen: $100 = $25 bonus card. Now through January 6, 2025. Bonus card valid 1/1/25 – 2/6/25.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: $50 = Two $10 e-bonus card. Now through December 31, 2025. 

The Cheesecake Factory: $50 = $15 bonus e-card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/25 through 2/28/25.

Chili’s: $50 = $10 bonus e-card. Now through December 31, 2024. 

Columbus Fish Market: $100 = $20 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid January 1 through March 31, 2025

Denny’s: $25 = $5 bonus card. Now through December 26, 2024

Eddie Merlots: $100 = $25 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. This offer is available exclusively at eddiemerlots.com. Bonus cards are valid for use from Jan. 1 to March 31, 2025 (excluding Feb. 13-16, 2025). These cards can be redeemed at any Eddie Merlot’s location and are not valid with other offers or for private dining events.

Golden Corral: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through January 5, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/6/2025 – 2/13/2025.

Hofbrauhaus Columbus: $50 = $10 bonus card. November 22 through December 30, 2024. Bonus cards available with membership options too. Bonus card valid  January 2, 2025 – March 31, 2025.

IHOP: $25 = $5 bonus card. Now through January 5, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/2025 – 2/25/2025.

Katzinger’s Deli: $100 = $20 e-gift card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus cards cards have no restrictions and never expire!

McCormick and Schmick’s: $100 = $20 reward card. Now through December 31, 2024. Reward card valid January 1 through March 31, 2025 (except Valentine’s Day).

Marcella’s: $100 = $25 reward card. Now through December 30, 2024. Reward card valid January 2 – February 27, 2025.

Matt the Miller’s Tavern: $100 = $20 reward card. November 24 through December 31, 2024. Reward card valid through 2/13/25. 

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt: $25 = $5 bonus card 

Mitchell’s Ocean Club: $100 = $25 bonus card. Now through December 30, 2024. Bonus card valid January 2 – February 27, 2025

Moe’s Southwest Grill: $30 = (2) $5 in Moe Rewards now through 12/31/24. The $5 eReward Code valid  11/1/24 – 2/28/25

Noodles & Company: $25 = $5 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024.

Outback Steakhouse: $50 = (2) $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. 

Panera Bread: $50 = $10 bonus card. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid in January 2025.

Piada Italian Street Food: $25 = (2) $5 in Piada rewards. Now through January 7, 2025. Rewards expire June 30, 2025.

Red Lobster: $50 gift card = (2) $10 bonus coupons redeemable in January and February with $40 purchase. Now through December 31, 2024.
Black Friday/Cyber Monday gift card promotion – Starting Friday, November 29 through Monday, December 2, guests will receive 10% off eGift Card purchases of $100 or more.** Given this promotion will be running at the same time as the holiday gift card promotion, guests who spend $100 on eGift Cards will also receive four bonus coupons for $10 off orders of $40 or more when dining in, redeemable in January and February. 

Red Robin: $50 = $10 bonus buck rewards. Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus rewards valid 1/1/25 – 2/28/25.

Rusty Bucket: $50 gift card = $10 bonus card. Now through December 30, 2024. Bonus rewards valid through February.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: $300 or more = 10% bonus card. (online purchase only). Now through January 1, 2025. 

Subway: $25 = Bonus card for a free 6″ sub (Limit 4). Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 1/1/25 – 1/31/25.

Texas de Brazil: $100 = $25 bonus card; $50 = $10 bonus card.  Now through December 31, 2024. (Online offer only). Bonus card valid Mon-Thurs through June 2025. Restrictions apply.

Texas Roadhouse: $30 = $5 bonus e-card. Now through December 31, 2024. 

Wendy’s: $3 Frosty Key Tag = FREE Jr. Frosty with any purchase in 2025 (great stocking stuffer for teens!)

Wings and Rings: $25 = $5 bonus card.  Now through December 31, 2024. Bonus card valid 2/29/25. Maximum 3 bonus cards.

Store Gift Card Bonus Offers

Half Price Books: $25 = $5 gift card valid for a $25 purchase from January 1 – 31, 2025.

DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse): $50 = $10 Bonus Card / $100 = $25 Bonus Card. Bonus cards redeemable January 2 – 25, 2025.

About gift card offers

Price and participation may vary by location.

It’s also important to note that most, if not all, of the rewards/offers earn “bonus cards” — not gift cards. Review the fine print for limitations, including minimum purchase requirements, date restrictions or menu exclusions first.

Also, many businesses don’t allow you to combine multiple bonus cards in a single transaction. Plus, most (if not all) bonuses are not valid until after Jan. 1, and have to be spent by a certain date, so check the details.

Get more bonuses by breaking down a large purchase.

For example, if the bonus is for a $25 (or more) gift card and you’re buying a $50 gift card, you should purchase two $25 gift cards in separate transactions to double your bonus.  As always, clarify first before purchasing, especially because gift cards are typically non-refundable.

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