February 9 marks the holiday of one of America’s favorite foods: the bagel. In honor of National Bagel Day, Thomas’, baker of the most popular packaged bagel in the U.S., is giving away 100,000 samples of bagels through a series of events and an online sweepstakes.

Spreading the Fun Coast to Coast
Bagel-lovers living on the east coast can stop by one of the Thomas’ National Bagel Day events to pick up a free bagel with a topping, play a spinwheel and bagel trivia game to win some food-themed items, such as lunch totes.

  • Monday, 2/3: New York
    Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall
    7 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Tuesday, 2/4: Boston
    Prudential Center, Center Court (indoors)
    6 a.m. – 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, 2/6: Charlotte
    SouthPark Mall, Center Court
    10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Friday, 2/7: Orlando
    Waterford Lakes Town Center, The Patio (between Regal Cinema and Bed, Bath & Beyond)
    10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bagel-lovers across the nation can join in on the fun by visiting www.facebook.com/ThomasEnglishMuffinsandBagels to learn more about bagels, find delicious recipes and enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win a coupon for a free package of Thomas’ bagels and the grand prize of a $5,000 gift card.

“Most consumers are familiar with Thomas’ English Muffins and our signature Nooks & Crannies® goodness,” said Alicia Rosas, Category Director, Thomas’ Bagels. “Thomas’ bagels are equally as distinctive and delicious, and as the U.S. leader in packaged bagels, we’re excited to help Americans enjoy breakfast and celebrate this fun food holiday.”