Get a free Slurpee at 7-Eleven on July 11

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- What better way to beat the heat this summer than by cooling off with a Slurpee from 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores?

Thursday, July 11 is actually the best day to do just that because 7-Eleven is celebrating the brand's 97th birthday with its Annual Slurpee Day.

Customers who visit participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores throughout the country can receive a free small Slurpee drink to enjoy for the sweet occasion.

There's even better news for 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members; those who scan their rewards information on Slurpee Day can get a coupon for another free small Slurpee drink to redeem before July 31.

This year, 7-Eleven also teamed up with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals to create a special edition Slurpee drink cup, the brand explained in a press release.

"The special edition Slurpee cup aims to bring awareness to Children`s Miracle Network Hospitals mission and raise support through in-store fundraising campaigns at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores across the country," 7-Eleven explained.

Find a 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes store near you by using the brand's store locator tool.

Which free flavor will you be enjoying Thursday?