# Blackhole-Inspired Donut Promotions Krispy Kreme is Giving Away Free Original Glazed Doughnuts By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-13 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-original-glazed-doughnuts References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/05/12/krispy-kreme-is-giving-away-free-original-glazed-doughnuts-on-may-13-2022/) & [krispykreme](https://www.krispykreme.com)  Avid fans of astronomy and donuts are sure to rejoice with the latest [Krispy Kreme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-eclipse-1) promotion that's offering [free Original Glazed doughnuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-new-years-deals) in celebration of a big announcement in the science community. The promotion is taking place for one day only -- Friday, May 13, 2022 -- and only requires consumers to visit their nearest location to enjoy an Original Glazed donut at no charge. The promotion comes in celebration of the first-ever image of a supermassive blackhole released earlier this week, which features a donut-shaped profile. The Krispy Kreme promotion comes as a very timely marketing initiative that takes a tongue-in-cheek approach to capturing the attention of consumers. The promotion is likely to increase brand recognition amongst new and existing patrons. Image Credit: Krispy Kreme ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Astronomy-inspired Promotions:** Opportunity to offer astronomy-inspired promotions to capture the attention of fans of science and space. - **Timed Promotions:** Opportunity to offer limited-time promotions that generate excitement and urgency among consumers. - **Humorous Marketing Initiatives:** Opportunity to create humorous marketing initiatives that resonate with consumers and increase brand recognition. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to offer promotions and capitalize on timely events to increase brand awareness. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retail companies to offer promotions and capitalize on timely events to drive foot traffic and sales. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunities for marketing and advertising companies to create unique and humorous campaigns that resonate with consumers and generate buzz. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Complimentary Donut Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-national-doughnut-day.md) - [Eclipse-Themed Cookie Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-eclipse-1.md) - [Freshly Prepared Donut Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-hot-light.md) - [Super Moon-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermoon-super-doughnut.md) - [Celestial Cookie-Topped Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-solar-eclipse-doughnut.md) - [No-ID Donut Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-original-glazed-donut.md) - [Kindness-Themed Donut Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-world-kindness-day.md) - [Complimentary Donut QSR Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-mcdonalds.md) - [Celebratory Branded Chocolate Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-world-chocolate-day.md)