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Chase Freedom® Announces Q3 2026 5% Cash Back Categories: Gas Stations and EV Charging, Public Transit, Select Live Entertainment and United Way
Chase Freedom offers 5% cash back across activated categories perfect for summertime fun
WILMINGTON, Del., June 15, 2026 – Today, Chase announced that Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on gas stations and electric vehicle charging, public transit, select live entertainment and donations to United Way from July 1 through September 30, 2026 on up to $1,500 in combined purchases. The new categories help cardmembers earn rewards on summer travel and everyday activities, entertainment and charitable giving.
“When cardmembers earn 5% cash back on everyday purchases, like filling up the tank, hopping on the subway, or catching a live concert, it can feel really meaningful,” said Wittney Rachlin, General Manager of Chase Freedom. “That’s the idea behind our Q3 categories: we want to reward routine spending cardmembers are already doing this summer so they can put more toward the moments that make the season special. And with United Way as our charitable donations earn partner this quarter, they can give back and earn at the same time.”
With Chase Freedom, every transaction can give cardmembers more: cash back on every purchase and the freedom to redeem rewards however they like. Cardmembers have until September 14th, 2026, to activate these categories.
Chase Freedom Flex Q3 2026 Rotating Categories:
- Gas Stations and EV Charging1: Cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on gas station and electric vehicle charging purchases. This helps cardmembers maximize rewards while they're fueling or charging up for summer road trips.
- Public Transit2: Earn 5% cash back on eligible public transit purchases, including trains, buses, ferries, toll bridges and highways, and parking lots and garages. Cardmembers can earn rewards on their daily commute or weekend adventures.
- Select Live Entertainment3: Cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on tickets to select live entertainment events, including concerts, sporting events, zoos and amusement parks, helping them make the most of summer activities.
- United Way4: Cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on donations to United Way through their official channels. United Way programs help build thriving communities.
5% is earned on up to 1,500 on combined purchases in the bonus categories each quarter.
Chase Freedom Flex Cardmembers Earn Cash Back Year-Round
In addition to these rotating categories, Chase Freedom Flex cardmembers always earn:
- 5% cash back on travel booked through Chase Travel
- 3% cash back on dining at restaurants (including takeout and eligible delivery services)
- 3% cash back on drugstore purchases
- 1% cash back on all other purchases
Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers can activate their 5% cash back quarterly category offer by visiting ChaseBonus.com today.
And, for a limited time, new Freedom Flex cardmembers can earn a $200 bonus after spending $500 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.
For more information on participating merchants or to apply for a card, visit Chase.com/FreedomFlex or Chase.com/Freedom.
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EV Charging: Merchants in this category sell electric vehicle charging services that can be paid at the charging station, via mobile app, account/subscription or an attendant, and the merchants may or may not sell other goods or services at their location. Merchants must use the electric vehicle charging MCC for transaction to be rewarded against. If electric vehicle charging services are offered for free by a merchant or are included in their services, but other services/goods require payment, the transactions will not be rewarded against. In the event, parking facility merchants, such as valet parking, airport parking, and parking garages, charge to the MCC that results in the highest sales volume, the transaction will not be rewarded against. Residential electric vehicle charging is not included in this category. Electric vehicle charging equipment purchases and servicing for any use, including residential or commercial, are not included in this category.