National Chicken Finger Day is here, landing right on July 27, 2025, with more festivities and flavor than ever. The annual event was created 16 years ago by Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves to highlight the beloved chicken finger—a crispy, golden staple that has captured hearts and taste buds across the U.S. Today, this foodie holiday boasts everything from giveaways and celebrity endorsements to exclusive menu deals worth clucking about.
This year’s celebrations come with a twist: Raising Cane’s is launching its most generous offer to date. On July 27, anyone who purchases a Box Combo at Raising Cane’s will automatically get an extra chicken finger added to their meal—no code, coupon, or membership needed. For diehard fans, that means every Box Combo (which already comes with four chicken fingers, fries, toast, and their iconic sauce) becomes even more crave-worthy.
Celebrity energy is boosting this year’s hype thanks to a star-studded collab. Legendary rapper Snoop Dogg is partnering with Raising Cane’s as the face of this year’s campaign, starring in hilarious commercials that combine Christmas in July vibes and plenty of chicken finger fun. The new Snoop Dogg single, “Iz It a Crime?” forms the soundtrack for these festivities and gives fans a reason to tune in and turn up their celebration. Select Cane’s customers may even snag exclusive merchandise, such as a golden chicken finger charm necklace.
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Why Chicken Fingers Deserve Their Own Day
National Chicken Finger Day is more than a marketing ploy—it’s become a tradition for communities, chains, and chicken lovers. Since its inception in 2010, the holiday has grown from in-store decor and small giveaways to a nationwide party, spreading to other chains and sparking creative deals in cities everywhere. The day is even trademarked, making it a certified celebration within the food world.
Here’s a quick look at how big the impact really is:
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Started | 2010 |
| Who Created It | Todd Graves, Raising Cane’s founder |
| Chicken Fingers Given Away (To-Date) | 150,000+ |
| Celebrated By | Major chicken chains and fans nationwide |
Who’s Serving Up the Best Deals?
While Raising Cane’s is the official originator, other fast-food chains are joining the party with special promotions:
- Raising Cane’s: Free extra chicken finger with every Box Combo at over 900 locations in 40+ states. Every purchase qualifies, both in-store, drive-thru, online, or through the app, with no limits per customer.
- Huey Magoo’s: Five free Tender Bites with any three-piece or larger Tender Meal on July 27 at all locations. Their CEO cleverly notes, “We proudly serve chicken tenders, never fingers…” igniting playful rivalry—just the energy such a food holiday thrives on.
- Other Chains & Events: Watch for local restaurants, pop-up events, and social media giveaways themed around chicken tenders and chicken fingers nationwide.
Making It a Party
People aren’t just eating—this day brings a festival-like feel both online and in-person. Restaurants are decked out, staff go all-in on the theme, and countless fans share their “best dip” techniques and creative combos on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. This year, #NationalChickenFingerDay and #RaisingCanes trended days ahead of the event, with thousands joining in recipe videos, shoutouts, and fun family feasts.
Raising Cane’s, on their social channels and in-store, is sharing fan stories, Snoop Dogg’s latest ads, and exclusive peeks into celebrations at each location. With over 100 new restaurants opening in 2025, the reach is bigger than ever and shows no signs of slowing down.
Whether you’re about that signature dipping sauce or just in it for the crispy crunch, National Chicken Finger Day 2025 is your excuse to indulge. Tried any of the deals or snagged a photo with Snoop’s campaign? Drop your experience in the comments and let your fellow chicken finger fans know how you’re celebrating this year!