Chick-fil-A Launches Exciting Year of Celebrations with Newstalgia Festivities and Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes
Chick-fil-A is embarking on a remarkable journey in 2026, celebrating its rich 80-year heritage with a year called "Newstalgia" filled with flavor, fun, and innovation. The landmark festivities commenced on January 5, inviting fans to enjoy a host of classic dishes with modern twists, along with special surprises that emphasize the brand's commitment to quality and community engagement.
One of the most exciting aspects of this celebration is the introduction of four retro-themed Classic Cups, which will roll out every few weeks throughout the year. Each cup showcases a new design inspired by Chick-fil-A's iconic history, with a particular highlight being the Golden Fan Cup. This special cup design grants 3,000 lucky consumers the chance to win free Chick-fil-A for an entire year by simply purchasing a Classic Cup and uncovering the Golden Fan Cup design.*
Additionally, Chick-fil-A has permanently added two new beverage choices to its menu: Frosted Sodas and Floats, which blend the well-loved Icedream® dessert with customers' favorite fountain drinks, creating delightful and nostalgic treats catered to all ages. For fans of the original menu, the beloved Original Chicken Sandwich remains a classic, now featuring limited-time retro packaging that captures the essence of Chick-fil-A's rich history.
Khalilah Cooper, the vice president of brand strategy, advertising, and media, expressed her excitement, stating, "This year marks more than an anniversary; it's a celebration of the memories, meals, and meaningful moments that have brought people together at Chick-fil-A for generations. We aim to provide menu items and experiences that are innovative but still reflect our core values of care, generosity, and hospitality. We warmly invite both longtime guests and newcomers to celebrate our legacy while looking forward to an exciting future together."
To complement the "Newstalgia" theme, Chick-fil-A will also introduce Specialty Plush Cows with various designs available exclusively in restaurants. Furthermore, a wide range of Newstalgia-themed merchandise, including apparel and accessories, will be unveiled throughout the year at shop.chick-fil-a.com.
The Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes generates excitement and anticipation as guests purchase the Classic Cups starting at $3.99, available during this limited-time promotion while supplies last. Each of the 3,000 Golden Fan Cups concealed within the Classic Cup designs comes with a winning card containing details on how winners can claim their free Chick-fil-A for a year. Consumers who want to join in on the fun can even enter for a chance to win without a purchase through mail-in options, as outlined in the official rules of the sweepstakes, which will run until July 1, 2026.
Chick-fil-A, founded in 1967 by S. Truett Cathy, is celebrated for its freshly prepared food and signature hospitality. With over 200,000 team members in more than 3,000 locations across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, the brand continues to make strides in the quick-service restaurant industry, including recent global expansion plans into the UK and Asia. As Chick-fil-A begins this special year, it remains true to its mission of positively impacting local communities through efforts aimed at hunger relief and education.
To explore more about the new menu items and the expansive journey ahead, customers can visit Chick-fil-A's official website and follow the updates on their social media platforms.