Wilmington-area McDonald’s to offer free breakfast to first responders Oct. 28

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — First responders in the Wilmington area can receive a free breakfast at participating McDonald’s restaurants on Wednesday, Oct. 28, in recognition of National First Responders Day.

Local McDonald’s owner-operators are offering a free small breakfast combo to eligible first responders, including emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters and police officers.

To receive the meal, first responders must visit a participating restaurant in uniform or present a valid identification card verifying their status.

No purchase is necessary to redeem the offer.

The promotion is available at participating McDonald’s locations in North Carolina.

According to the restaurant’s local owner-operators, the offer is intended to recognize the work first responders perform in their communities.

The offer is valid on Oct. 28, 2026, for National First Responders Day.

Participation may vary by location.