KFC Specials & Limited-Time Offers 2026: Hot Ranch, Box Feasts & Deals
Checking KFC specials for today? The U.S. weekday bucket changes with the day, while limited-time meals depend on what your restaurant has available. This guide separates the weekly schedule from recent menu launches and Canadian promotions so you can check the right offer.
Sources checked: . This independent guide uses KFC's announcements and published conditions. U.S. prices are marked $; Canadian prices are marked C$. Confirm the local menu before ordering.
Jump to weekday buckets · new menu items · Canadian specials · checking availability.
U.S. KFC $10 Bucket of the Day schedule
KFC announced this weekday lineup on May 4, 2026:
| Day | Advertised $10 bucket |
|---|---|
| Monday | 24 nuggets and four sauces |
| Tuesday | Eight drumsticks and thighs |
| Wednesday | Ten wings and two sauces |
| Thursday | Eight tenders and four sauces |
| Friday | 24 nuggets and four sauces |
There is no Saturday or Sunday bucket in this announced schedule. Prices and restaurant participation vary, tax is extra, supplies are limited, and third-party ordering platforms are excluded. KFC did not publish a fixed end date in the official weekday bucket announcement.
Tuesday's dark-meat chicken and Thursday's tenders are separate offers. If you also want sides and biscuits, compare the complete price with the Build a Bucket meal rather than assuming the weekday bucket includes them.
Recent U.S. KFC menu announcements
Hot Ranch Big Dip and Double Crispy Hot Wings — August 24, 2026
The Hot Ranch launch includes two boxes: three wings with a chicken sandwich, or three wings with three tenders. Both come with wedges, a four-ounce dip and a medium drink. Hot Ranch Loaded Wedges are another option. The release gives no fixed national price or end date; these are limited-time items at participating restaurants while supplies last. KFC's Hot Ranch launch details.
Popcorn Chicken — July 13, 2026
KFC announced its return with a $10 bucket, an $8.49 combo and a $10.99 Big Box. These have different portions and extras; see the Popcorn Chicken comparison. Availability is while supplies last, prices vary and tax, tip and fees are extra. Official Popcorn Chicken announcement.
For a meal with a drink, the $7, $9 and $11 Box Feast guide explains the three announced options. For a voucher or account offer, use the coupon guide; its conditions may differ from a menu promotion.
Canada: promotions with published September dates
These are Canadian offers from KFC.ca's official promotion terms, checked September 8, 2026. They do not apply to U.S. restaurants.
- Wicked Wednesdays: buy six pieces and get six pieces free on September 2 and September 9, 2026 only. The terms allow in-restaurant, KFC.ca and app orders, with participation, supply and delivery restrictions. This is not an open-ended weekly offer.
- C$10 Bucket of the Day: August 31–October 11, 2026, weekdays only. It excludes weekends and third-party aggregators. Check the Canadian restaurant's daily contents; the U.S. table above is a different menu.
Regional paper coupons have their own dates. The Manitoba and Winnipeg-area mall booklets checked for this update have meal coupons ending September 13, while a banner in the same PDFs ended August 30. The Canada and Manitoba coupon section explains which booklet to use and links to the official catalog.
How to check whether a special is available today
1. Choose your restaurant on KFC.com or KFC.ca, according to your country.
2. Look for the exact offer name, day and contents. A similar-looking box may be a different meal.
3. Read the restrictions and confirm the total before paying. If the offer is missing, ask the restaurant whether it participates.
Do not rely on an old coupon image or a search headline that says “today.” Our expired-offer notes cover the old SECRETSAUCE code and the 2025 Foundation coupon book. Their continued appearance in search does not extend their validity.
Specials questions
What is KFC's Thursday special?
The U.S. weekday announcement lists eight tenders and four sauces for $10 on Thursday, subject to the conditions above. Check your restaurant before ordering.
Are all KFC specials available on delivery apps?
No. The U.S. weekday bucket terms specifically exclude third-party ordering platforms. Check each offer's allowed order method instead of assuming the same deal works everywhere.
Is a limited-time item guaranteed to be in stock?
No. An announcement can identify the product and advertised price, but the restaurant's menu and staff are the place to check local availability.
