8 chains and companies with special deals to celebrate the solar eclipse by Kate Taylor on Aug 16, 2017, 5:48 PM Advertisement
 As the solar eclipse draws near, restaurant chains and other companies are ready to cash in on the rare event. Companies including Krispy Kreme, Warby Parker, and Denny's are offering eclipse-themed new menu items and deals in the days leading up to August 21. It doesn't matter if the companies have nothing to do with astronomy — everyone is eager to find some kind of connection to the solar eclipse. Here are eight of the best and most bizarre solar eclipse deals that have been announced so far: SEE ALSO: Scammers are flooding the market with dangerous fake eclipse glasses — here's what brands are safe to buy Krispy Kreme  Krispy Kreme will debut the first-ever chocolate version of the chain's iconic original glazed doughnut to celebrate the solar eclipse. The doughnut will launch on Monday, August 21, the same day as the solar eclipse. However, customers can purchase the limited-time offering prior to its official debut during evening Hot Light hours on August 19 and 20.
Warby Parker  The eyeglasses chain is giving away eclipse glasses at all of its 44 locations. All you have to do is head to a store and ask for up to two pairs of eclipse glasses.
McDonald's  Some locations of the fast-food chain are giving away eclipse glasses. McDonald's locations in Oregon are on NASA and the American Astronomical Society's list of certified retailers of eclipse glasses, which allow you to safely watch the solar eclipse on August 21. Some Oregon chambers of commerce are instructing people to visit the fast-food chain and get their glasses there, as other retailers run out.
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