Newk’s Eatery Opening in SEC Country

Newk’s Eatery is opening its first locations in two Southeastern Conference college towns: Athens, Georgia, and Gainesville, Florida.

The locations, opening near the University of Georgia and the University of Florida, will be hosting grand opening celebrations featuring the chance to win Free Newk’s for a Year.

The first 100 customers at each of the location’s grand opening celebrations, in addition to those who text NEWKS4AYEAR to 75272, will be entered to win. Details for each grand opening celebration are below:

Gainesville:

Grand opening on Friday, January 17 will feature an 11 a.m. ribbon cutting and appearances from the University of Florida Spirit Squad, which includes Florida Gator Cheerleaders and mascots, Albert and Alberta Gator.
Swag and prize giveaways will take place from 3-5 p.m., when winners of the Free Newk’s for a Year will also be announced.
UF students and faculty will receive 15 percent off their meal by sharing a photo using #GatorsEatNewks on Facebook or Instagram.

Athens:

Grand opening on Friday, January 24 will feature an 11 a.m. ribbon cutting.
Swag and prize giveaways will take place from 2-4 p.m., when winners of the Free Newk’s for a Year will also be announced.
UGA students and faculty will receive 15 percent off their meal by sharing a photo using #DawgsEatNewks on Facebook or Instagram.

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