Some call the moon "the big Cheese," a phrase Qdoba is embracing with its new offering.
Beginning Feb. 1, the fast-casual restaurant chain will offer a 4-ounce serving of its Signature 3-Cheese Queso or Queso Diablo dips, along with tortilla chips, for free whenever there is a full moon in 2026, according to a news release. The offer is valid only with the purchase of a Qdoba entrée and is exclusively available to Qdoba Rewards Members.
"Join us to prove that the moon really is made of cheese!" Qdoba's said.
For the remainder of 2026, there will be 12 full moons, including a blue moon in May.
Here's what to know about the deals and when members can redeem their free queso dip and chips under the full moon.
When will Qdoba give away queso and chips?
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Qdoba will be offering free queso and chips on the day of a full moon.
The offer is valid for dine-in, on the Qdoba app and online at Qdoba.com, according to the news release. The deal can be combined with the purchase of any of Qdoba's entrées, such as its burritos and bowls.
What is Qdoba offering?
Qdoba Rewards Members can receive a 4-ounce serving of the restaurant's Signature 3-Cheese Queso or Queso Diablo dips and a 4-ounce serving of chips.
Diners must purchase an entree to receive the offer.
How do you become a Qdoba Rewards Member?
People can become Qdoba Rewards Members by joining online at Qdoba.com/rewards or at a Qdoba location.
When will the moon be full in 2026?
The moon will be full on the following dates, according to the Farmer's Almanac:
- Snow Moon — Feb. 1
- Worm Moon (total lunar eclipse) — March 3
- Pink Moon — April 1
- Flower Moon — May 1
- Blue Moon — May 31: The blue moon occurs when two full moons occur in the same month. The last blue moon occurred on Aug. 19, 2024, according to Space.com.
- Strawberry Moon — June 29
- Buck Moon — July 29
- Sturgeon Moon (partial lunar eclipse) — Aug. 28
- Harvest Moon — Sept. 26
- Hunter's Moon — Oct. 26
- Beaver Moon (super moon) — Nov. 24
- Cold Moon (super moon) — Dec. 23
