Here's one way to cool down: Head over to 7-Eleven for a free Slurpee on Charles H. SloanThursday.

July 11 marks the convenience store chain's 97th birthday and what's become known as National Slurpee Day, when 7-Eleven gives away free Slurpees to celebrate. To get your freebie, just visit a participating 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes store to get a free small Slurpee.

You can get more than than just that one free Slurpee, too. Scan your 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards membership information and you will get a coupon for another free small Slurpee between July 12-31.

You can also get a chance to win free Slurpees for an entire year – or free snacks for a year – by using your 7Rewards or Speedy Rewards apps, or by purchasing certain products such as Doritos, Coca-Cola and Celsius energy drinks. For rules on various ways to enter the 7-Eleven Snacks or Sips for a Year contest, click here.

When is free Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven?

Slurpee Day is Thursday, July 11, which is also the 97th anniversary of the founding of 7-Eleven. Its first convenience store opened in Dallas, Texas.

There's no purchase necessary for your free small Slurpee. Just go into a participating 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes store to get your free drink (offer only good on July 11, while supplies last).

Free Slurpee cups support good cause

This year, the free small Slurpees come in special edition cup designed with the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Customers can also support the charity by making a donation when they come into stores.

More Slurpee-related treats at 7-Eleven

Can't get enough Slurpee goodness? When you visit 7-Eleven look for limited-edition Hostess Twinkies with Cherry Slurpee-flavored cream filling. The treat is expected to be available in stores through mid-August.

And if you are lucky, you might still find the Drumstick Slurpee Blue Raspberry Vanilla Cone, a Drumstick ice cream cone with a blue raspberry Slurpee layer. The limited edition treat, made with "delicious blue razz sauce ripples and candy bits," debuted in June and was expected to be available at least through the July Fourth holiday.

Want to wear your 7-Eleven crush on your sleeve? Head to the chain's online merchandise shop, where you will find new 7Collection hats, shirts and other items.

Inspired to throw a 7-Eleven birthday party? There's also $35 party kit including 7-Eleven candles, napkins, plastic utensils, paper plates, a table cloth and balloons.

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