Starbucks announced Red Cup Day 2025 will be Thursday, Nov. 13.
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The 2025 holiday menu at Starbucks just dropped, but the best is yet to come. Red Cup Day, often the busiest day for the coffee giant, is just days away. Here’s what to know about this year’s event.
When is Red Cup Day at Starbucks?
Red Cup Day 2025 is Thursday, Nov. 13, Starbucks announced last month.
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Customers who order select holiday beverages on Nov. 13 will be rewarded with a free limited-edition red holiday cup.
“We’re getting Back to Starbucks this holiday season, investing in staffing to bring Red Cup Day to life,” Starbucks wrote in a social media post. “More of our baristas will be in stores to greet customers, craft delightful beverages, and spread holiday cheer. We’ll see you then!”
How can I get a red cup from Starbucks?
The iconic red cups will be given out to customers who order select holiday drinks on Nov. 13. The size of the drink doesn’t affect eligibility.
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The holiday-themed beverages may be ordered in-store, at the drive-thru, on the Starbucks app, or ordered for delivery on Red Cup Day. Delivery is available through UberEats, DoorDash and GrubHub.
The cups are limited to one per eligible drink purchase at participating locations while supplies last.
Last year customers who returned to Starbucks with the custom cup received a 10-cent discount on their order, and Starbucks Rewards members could earn 25 stars if they brought back their reusable red cup for future orders. It’s unclear if the same promotions will apply this year.
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Which Starbucks drinks qualify for Red Cup Day?
Any handcrafted holiday drink, whether hot, iced, or blended, qualifies for a free red cup. This includes:
- Peppermint Mocha
- Caramel Brulée Latte
- Iced Sugar Cookie Latte
- Iced Gingerbread Chai.
What size is the Starbucks red cup?
The free, reusable red cups Starbucks gives away are grande, or 16 ounces.
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Starbucks teddy bearista cup, more holiday cups: Where to buy
Along with the holiday menu and Hello Kitty merchandise, Starbucks has also dropped new holiday-themed reusable cups — including one that’s already gone viral.
Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup: $29.95
Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup (20 oz.)
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The internet is already abuzz with Starbucks fans gushing over the adorable cup, which is shaped like a teddy bear with a green Starbucks stocking hat on its head. Customers and Starbucks employees alike have speculated the item will sell out almost instantly.
Like the other holiday cups, the Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup holds 20 ounces.
White Ribbon Tumbler: $21.95
White Ribbon Tumbler (12 oz.)
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Gingerbread Cookie Tumbler: $24.95
Gingerbread Cookie Tumbler (12 oz.)
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White Pleated Mug: $21.95
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White Pleated Mug (16 oz.)
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Holiday Puppy Tumbler: $24.95
Holiday Puppy Tumbler (16 oz.)
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Siren’s Tail Mug (14 oz.)
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Golden Poinsettia Mug: $29.95
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Red Ribbon Tumbler: $27.95
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White Starbucks Tumbler: $39.95
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Starbucks Christmas Mug: $19.95
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Gold Speckled Tumbler: $32.95
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Starbucks also has two styles of holiday ornaments, miniature ceramic versions of the Starbucks Coffee Company Mug and Red Cup, for $12.95 each.
Starbucks reveals ‘festive designs’ alongside holiday menu
On Wednesday Starbucks also unveiled the 2025 holiday cup designs, which will be used for the standard single-use cups throughout the holiday season.
This year’s lineup includes six total designs, featuring apron strings and a classic plaid design. Each cup also has a tag for written messages.
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Merry Apron Strings – Green
Merry Apron Strings – Green
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Merry Apron Strings – Red
Merry Apron Strings – Red
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Coffeehouse Plaid – Green
Coffeehouse Plaid – Green
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Cold Cups – Merry Apron Strings Green
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Cold Cups – Merry Apron Strings Green
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Cold Cups – Merry Apron Strings Red
Cold Cups – Merry Apron Strings Red
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