National Donut Day is coming. Where to find deals at Lexington bakeries.

Janet Patton
·4 min read

National Donut Day is coming on Friday June 2 and if you ever needed an excuse to chow down on doughnuts in Lexington, this is it.

The holiday was started in 1938 by The Salvation Army as a fundraiser and to honor the women who served doughnuts to traveling World War I soldiers.

But really every day is pretty much doughnut day. According to IBISworld.com, the doughnut market in 2022 topped $7.3 billion and is growing.

Sadly, one of the Lexington’s biggest names in doughnuts will be missing this year: Magee’s Bakery, known for it’s hand-made baked goods with rich, thick chocolate and caramel icing, closed in May after 67 years in business.

Whether you plan to celebrate by bringing a box of baked goodies into the office or enjoying them all by yourself, there are still plenty of great local options to grab a dozen in Lexington.

Robin Murphy decorates strawberry sprinkle yeast donuts at Donut Days Bakery on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in Lexington Kentucky. The bakery usually sees an influx of customers on the first Friday in June in celebration of National Donut Day.
Robin Murphy decorates strawberry sprinkle yeast donuts at Donut Days Bakery on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in Lexington Kentucky. The bakery usually sees an influx of customers on the first Friday in June in celebration of National Donut Day.

Donut Days Bakery

Donut Days at 185 Southland Dr. has been a Lexington fixture for decades and is known for producing a tremendous volume of quality doughnuts and for being open even when it snows. They will have the regular special: Buy 10 doughnuts and get two free. Open Monday-Friday 6 a..m.-6 p.m., Saturday 6 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

Donut World

Donut World, which recently opened at 1395 W. Main St., has at least 22 different doughnuts daily, although the favorite is the white glazed and white cream-filled. Open 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Doughdaddy’s Doughnuts

Doughdaddy’s are sold out of a gas station at 3325 Lexington Rd. in Versailles and are worth the short drive. They sometimes have specials for National Donut Day. Open Monday 6 a.m.-11 p.m., Tuesday 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday 6 a.m.-11 p.m., Thursday and Friday 5 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday 5 a.m.-10 p.m.

Dunkin’

Dunkin’, the national chain, has four locations in Lexington: 1306 S. Broadway, 2213 Versailles Rd., 316 E. New Circle Rd. and at Blue Grass Airport. Dunkin’ sometimes has National Donut Day specials. You can get doughnuts and Munchkins in a variety of flavors. Hours vary by location.

Frank’s Donuts

Frank’s at 549 W. Third St. has inexpensive doughnuts every day, with lots of options. They aren’t planning any National Donut Day specials but you can get a dozen for $9.50 plus tax any day. Open Monday-Saturday 4:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday 5 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Krispy Kreme

National chain Krispy Kreme at 2893 Richmond Rd. often has specials or free doughnuts for National Donut Day. The store sells its signature fresh-baked glazed doughnuts as well as special limited edition fan favorites. Open Sunday-Thursday 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

North Lime Coffee & Donuts’ two locations will have specials for National Donut Day.
North Lime Coffee & Donuts’ two locations will have specials for National Donut Day.

North Lime Coffee and Donuts

North Lime Coffee and Donuts has two Lexington locations and both will have specials for National Donut Day. The location in Greyline Station at 101 W. Loudon Ave Suite 160 will have blackberry filled doughnuts as the weekly special as well as glazed “Sprinkle ‘Splosion” with sprinkles baked inside, gluten-free French toast and vegan glazed blueberry cake doughnuts for daily specials on June 2. Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Specials for the 3101 Clays Mill Rd. location were not available. Open Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

OMG Donuts

OMG Donuts at 3449 Buckhorn Dr. has a variety of yeast and cake doughnuts and other pastries. Open Monday-Friday 5 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 6 a.m.-1 p.m.

Parlor Doughnuts

Parlor at 630 Euclid Ave. specializes in gourmet “cro-nut” style doughnuts and pastries. They have an extensive menu, including secret options. Open Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. to 5 a.m.-5 p.m.

Specialty bakery Parlor Doughnuts, which has developed a following with fans, sells flaky croissant-style doughnuts, sometimes referred to as “cro-nuts” with special toppings.
Specialty bakery Parlor Doughnuts, which has developed a following with fans, sells flaky croissant-style doughnuts, sometimes referred to as “cro-nuts” with special toppings.

Spalding’s Bakery

Spalding’s at 760 Winchester Rd. has been a Lexington favorite since 1929, with doughnuts making up 75 percent of their business. They will be making lots and lots of extra doughnuts but expect a line so come early. The original glazed yeast version is the most popular but they make lots of others. Open Wednesday-Saturday 6:30 a.m. to noon and Sunday 7 a.m. to noon.

Spalding’s Bakery hand-cut doughnuts have been a Lexington favorite for more than 80 years. The recipe for its dough or honey glaze is a family secret.
Spalding’s Bakery hand-cut doughnuts have been a Lexington favorite for more than 80 years. The recipe for its dough or honey glaze is a family secret.

Sweet Creations Bakery

Sweet Creations, 2312 Palumbo Dr., does a little bit of everything, including doughnuts. Open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday noon to 4 p.m.

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