March 3, 2026
Fried, filled, glazed, drizzled and topped, these delicious donuts are as fun to look at as they are to eat. Good luck choosing your favorite!
The Donut House
The Donut House is a donut and coffee café that draws you in with a case full of colorful trays. Stick with the classics or go outside the box with a variety of specials including cinnamon rolls, pine cones and bear claws. There’s also plenty of room and an inviting atmosphere for you and your crew to enjoy their fresh creations.
Dough New York Style Bakery
When it comes to pies, pastries, cookies and cakes, Dough New York Style Bakery does it right and their made-from-scratch dough-nuts are no different! Whether you go for glazed or opt for one topped with creamy chocolate, you can’t go wrong. This New York-style bakery also offers Italian breads and bagels, all made fresh daily. Stop by their shop in Afton Village and treat yourself to dessert.
OMG Donuts & Bakery
So good they often sell out, OMG Donuts & Bakery offers handcrafted, yeast-raised donuts topped with everything from maple bacon to Fruity Pebbles. In May 2025, this family-owned and operated shop was named to Yelp’s list of the top 50 donut shops in the United States. Purists might want an original glazed, but you won’t regret picking up a crispy fritter stuffed with juicy apple chunks or unraveling a cinnamon sugar twist, too! Don’t miss out on their specialty flavors, like red velvet or espresso.
For the perfect Instagram post, choose a flavor at the filling station, grab your gooey delight and snap a photo in front of the fun chalkboard wall. Be sure to share your National Donut Day pictures with us using #ExploreCabarrus.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is a North Carolina classic. At the Concord location across from Concord Mills, you can enjoy custom donuts or even ice cream infused with Krispy Kreme’s famous glazed donuts. For a real treat, check out their spin on an ice cream sandwich: the infused ice cream is served between a sliced donut with toppings and drizzles.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Shipley Do-Nuts has been serving up their signature donuts and kolaches since 1936. You’ll find them located right off of Interstate 85 at Exit 58 and on June 6, you’ll definitely want to make a pit stop for this perk. For National Donut Day, Shipley Do-Nuts will be offering a free glazed donut with any coffee or hot beverage purchase.
Save the Date for More Mouthwatering Celebrations
From NC Beer Month in October and National Pie Day in January to Cabarrus Burger Madness in March, there are plenty of culinary holidays and endless ways to celebrate them in Cabarrus County. Check out these Food & Drink articles for more tasty inspiration.
