Chick-fil-A Kicks Off Year of "Newstalgia" Celebrations with Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

Beginning today, Chick-fil-A is rolling out its first-ever year-long celebration, serving up beloved classics and fresh new twists, fun Guest experiences and moments of surprise and delight throughout 2026. The "Newstalgia"-inspired celebrations kick-off nationwide with a lineup that nods to Chick-fil-A's 80-year heritage – including fresh, new additions to spark excitement for the year ahead.

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"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," said Khalilah Cooper, vice president of brand strategy, advertising & media. "We have so much in store this year, delivering menu items and experiences that are fresh and exciting yet firmly rooted in Chick-fil-A's renowned quality, care, generosity, and hospitality. We're inviting Guests – old and new – to join us in celebrating our heritage, while looking ahead to the future with us."

3,000 Guests Will Win Big – Free Chick-fil-A for a Year!

  • Guests can purchase and collect four retro-inspired cup designs, celebrating iconic looks from Chick-fil-A's past and present. The $3.99 Classic Cups will be available for a limited time starting January 5, while supplies last.

  • 3,000 specialty Gold Fan Cups – part of the Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes – will be randomly dispersed for sale across restaurants nationwide.

  • If Guests purchase a Classic Cup and receive the Golden Fan cup design they can redeem a prize of free Chick-fil-A for a year!*

Frosted Sodas & Floats Join the Permanent Menu

On January 5, two new beverage platforms - inspired by nostalgic soda fountain favorites - are joining Chick-fil-A's permanent menu, offering a playful twist on the classic Icedream® dessert.

  • Frosted Sodas are hand-spun with Icedream and Guests' choice of fountain beverage for a smooth, creamy treat with a retro twist.

  • Floats are layered with soda and Icedream creating a fizzy, foamy treat that's perfect for sipping or scooping.

  • Core flavors include Coca-Cola®, Dr Pepper® and Sprite®, with additional options like Fanta®, Powerade®, Hi-C®, Barq's® Root Beer, Diet options and more!

The Original Chicken Sandwich Meal: Celebrating a Classic

A classic for a reason, the Original Chicken Sandwich Meal continues to offer timeless comfort with every order. Offered with Waffle Potato Fries and a drink of choice, the sandwich remains a timeless Guest favorite, served with quality and care. This season, it's paired with limited-time retro packaging inspired by Chick-fil-A's earliest designs. Featuring vintage-style graphics pulled from the archives, the new packaging will be available in restaurants nationwide and adds a sense of nostalgia to every meal.

For more on our menu and information about Chick-fil-A's food, people and Guests across the country, visit chick-fil-a.com.

The Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes

*All Classic Cups will be wrapped such that their design cannot be seen. A winning card will be inserted in each of the 3,000 Golden Fan Cups which will include instructions and a QR code for how to claim the prize, which includes 52 entrées (choice of: Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or Chick-fil-A Nuggets (original or grilled, 8-count) at participating Chick-fil-A restaurants. The Golden Fan Cup Sweepstakes runs through July 1, 2026 - see the official rules for more information, including how to enter via mail-in entry for a chance to win a prize for free without purchase.*