The Best Pi Day Savings on Food, Tech, and Fashion

Pi Day, celebrated annually on March 14, is a holiday dedicated to the mathematical constant π (3.14). Founded in 1988, the date was chosen because the first three digits of the constant—3, 1, and 4—correspond to the third month and fourteenth day. Beyond its mathematical significance, the day coincides with the birthday of Albert Einstein, adding further scientific weight to the celebration. Traditionally, enthusiasts celebrate by eating pie, holding recitation competitions, or discussing the number's infinite nature. In 2026, Pi Day has evolved into a major commercial event with significant discounts across various sectors.
Pizza and Savory Deals
Pizza chains are among the most active participants in Pi Day festivities.

• 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes offer a whole pizza for $3.14 for rewards members. Additionally, select locations offer quesadillas for $3.14 and snack pies for $1.
• Blaze Pizza features a "buy one 11-inch pizza, get a second for $3.14" deal at participating locations.
• Marco’s Pizza offers a medium one-topping pizza for $3.14 when customers purchase any large or extra-large pizza.
• Sheetz provides an app-exclusive deal where customers can get pizza "flatz" for $3.14 from March 14 through March 20.
• MOD Pizza offers a discounted price of $3.14 for the first 314 customers at each location, while other rewards members can still receive $3.14 off their purchase.
• Uno Pizzeria & Grill allows guests to buy one pizza and get a second of equal or lesser value for $3.14.

Sweet Treats and Dessert Offers
Bakeries and fast-food chains leverage the "pie" pun with numerous dessert-themed discounts.

• Burger King offers rewards members a free Hershey's Sundae Pie or Cinnamon Apple Pie with any purchase of at least $3.14.
• Marie Callender’s and Village Inn both offer slices of pie for $3.14 on the holiday.
• Polly’s Pies provides a free slice of pie with an entrée purchase for dine-in guests, while their loyalty members can claim a free slice with no purchase required.
• Big Boy also joins the celebration with $3.14 slices of various fruit and cream pies.
• Raise the Roost restaurants offer cinnamon sugar fried pies for just 31.4 cents.

Beyond Food: Retail and Tech Sales
Modern Pi Day celebrations extend far beyond the kitchen, with major retailers offering deep discounts on electronics, apparel, and beauty products.

• Apparel and Footwear: Shoppers can find significant markdowns, such as New Balance running shoes at up to 52% to 64% off. Brands like Lululemon, The North Face, and Spanx also feature sales ranging from 30% to nearly 60% off.
• Tech and Home: Tech enthusiasts can find deals on JBL Bluetooth speakers (27% off), HP Chromebooks (54% off), and Beats headphones (51% off). In the home category, high-end items like Shark vacuums and Zwilling cutlery are discounted by up to 50% and 64%, respectively.
• Beauty and Wellness: Skincare favorites such as EltaMD sunscreen are available for 20% off, while other beauty brands like CeraVe and Kiehl's offer discounts up to 30%. Popular Owala insulated water bottles are also featured at 20% off.

Local and Charitable Initiatives
In specific regions like Chicago, local bakeries use Pi Day to support social causes. Several establishments partner with organizations like Meals on Wheels to fund meals for seniors through symbolic "pie slice" purchases. These local celebrations feature a wide array of options, from traditional fruit pies to more unique offerings like bean pies or ice cream bars designed to mimic pie crusts.


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