7-Eleven is marking a major milestone this summer: the Slurpee drink turns 60 years old in 2026, and the convenience retailer is celebrating with free drinks, a new limited-time flavor, and a brand-new Slurpee Date experience at select locations nationwide on July 11. More Eat & Drink News
Free Slurpee Day Is July 11, 2026
On Saturday, July 11 — known as Slurpee Day — customers can pick up a free small Slurpee drink at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations across the country. The giveaway is valid on July 11 only, while supplies last.
The Slurpee Drink Has Been Around Since 1966
The Slurpee drink first appeared in 7-Eleven stores in 1966, making 2026 its diamond anniversary. Over six decades, the brand has introduced more than 300 flavors and become a fixture in American pop culture and summer routines.
July 11 also marks 7-Eleven’s 99th birthday, giving the chain a double reason to celebrate.
New Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Flavor Debuts for the Anniversary
7-Eleven is introducing a limited-time Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee drink for the occasion. The flavor combines bright citrus notes with sweet vanilla icing, described as a zesty lemon cake experience in frozen drink form.
The new flavor is being served in commemorative 60th Anniversary Slurpee Day cups. Customers can also add pink, green, and blue sugar crystals on top for extra color and sweetness.
Slurpee Date Experience Comes to Select Stores
For Slurpee Day only, select 7-Eleven and Speedway locations will host a Slurpee Date pop-up experience. Visitors can use a photo-op bench outside the store, have their picture taken by an on-site photographer, and take home a commemorative keepsake.
Attendees at these locations will also receive limited-edition bedazzled double “S” straws, designed to mark the diamond anniversary and meant for sharing a Slurpee drink with a date, friend, or someone new.
Reality TV Personality JaNa Craig Is Partnering with 7-Eleven
7-Eleven has teamed up with reality TV personality and content creator JaNa Craig to promote the Slurpee Date concept. Craig, known for her appearance on a dating competition series, is encouraging fans to swap over-planned outings for a low-key, spontaneous Slurpee run.
How to Find a Participating 7-Eleven Location
Customers can visit 7-Eleven’s website to locate participating stores ahead of July 11. The free Slurpee offer and Slurpee Date experiences are only available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations while supplies last.
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