The holidays are just around the corner, and fans of Starbucks are gearing up for the return of the much-anticipated holiday menu and the signature Red Cup Day. Each year, this coffee giant rolls out festive drinks and pretty decorations, marking the beginning of the holiday season. If you’re wondering when all the fun begins, mark your calendars for November 7, 2024, as Starbucks will officially launch its holiday menu featuring beloved classics and perhaps some new treats.
Starbucks has made it clear on its official channels, including social media, what day the holiday festivities will commence. Anticipation is already building with loyal customers eagerly waiting to sip their favorite seasonal drinks, with many hopeful for the return of classics like the Peppermint Mocha and the Caramel Brûlée Frappuccino.
Along with the holiday menu, Starbucks traditionally releases its collection of red cups and themed merchandise. No holiday experience is complete without these iconic vessels, and this year is no exception. The collection will be available starting on the same date as the menu – November 7. Starbucks is expected to feature items such as combination tumblers, mugs, and color-changing cups as part of this year’s lineup. Here’s what’s on tap:
- Gemstone Cold Cup (24 oz.)
- Navy Gemstone Cold Cup (24 oz.)
- Red Studded Cold Cup (24 oz.)
- Candy Twist Mug (16 oz.)
- Jade Green Studded Tumbler (12 oz.)
- Red Ribbed Tumbler (12 oz.)
- Luster Tumbler (12 oz.)
- Pink Siren Scales Tumbler (16 oz.)
- Striped Silicone Sleeve Tumbler (20 oz.)
- Color-Changing Pearl Hot Cup Set (6-pack, 16 oz.)
- Iridescent Glow-in-the-Dark Pearl Hot Cup (16 oz.)
- Berry Pink Glitter Stanley Tumbler (40 oz.)
This year’s holiday cup designs are inspired by themes of community, warmth, and festivity. According to Kristy Cameron, Starbucks’ creative director, the new cups incorporate bright jade green and cranberry red skin tones to set the festive mood. Cameron emphasizes how the vibrant green references Starbucks' brand colors and aims to elicit feelings of joy during the holiday rush.
The theme for the collection, titled "Merrier Together," reflects how the holidays bring people together, often centered around warmth, companionship, and of course, coffee. Each cup's design aims to resonate with the communal spirit, representing how voices come together through the love of shared moments over coffee.
For those who love the experience of sipping from their red cup, Starbucks hosts its annual Red Cup Day on which customers ordering holiday drinks receive special reusable cups. While the official day hasn’t been announced yet for 2024, we can take cues from past years. Historically, Red Cup Day has fallen on mid-November, with predictions swinging toward Thursday, November 14, based on previous years' schedules.
Here's the rundown of past Red Cup Days for reference:
- 2023: November 16
- 2022: November 17
- 2021: November 18
- 2020: November 6
- 2019: November 7
But what makes Red Cup Day so special? Beyond receiving your treasured reusable cup, it fosters a sense of community. Patrons donning their festive cups often share the joy across social media platforms, creating excitement around the launch and uniting fellow coffee lovers through shared joy. It’s not uncommon for Starbucks Rewards members to also score bonus stars for their ever-growing collection.
Not only does Starbucks prepare its customers for the holiday with festive drinks and cups, but fans often look forward to engaging with the brand on social media. Whether it’s through nostalgic campaigns or sharing their seasonal favorites, patrons take to platforms like Instagram, fueling discussions on which drinks to order first once the menu drops. The interaction brings about lively chatter among communities, with many fans posting photos of their previous seasonal experiences.
With the countdown to the festive season officially underway at Starbucks, the excitement builds stronger each day as the November 7 approach nears. This year seems particularly vibrant with the introduction of lively merchandise and the emotional resonance of the new holiday cup designs.
So, are you ready for cozy coffee dates and festive gatherings? Start planning your Starbucks outings for the winter months, and don’t forget to share the joy with friends and family as the holiday spirit kicks off. It’s time to embrace the season with your favorite holiday drink and cup—a Starbucks tradition treasured by many and sure to evoke sweet memories of seasons past. Cheers to hot cocoa, peppermint flavors, and the magical joy of togetherness! Stay tuned for updates as the season revs up and let the festive fun begin at your local Starbucks—just don’t forget to bring those refillable mugs for the added bonus!