As the sweltering summer heat kicks in, ice cream remains a beloved treat for many across the United States, evoking sweet memories of childhood and joyful moments.
Dating back to the Persian Empire and Tang Dynasty, frozen treats have provided delicious relief from hot weather, paving the way for recipes that the Quaker colonists brought to America.
They soon opened the first ice cream shops in bustling cities like New York, setting in motion the beloved tradition of ice cream consumption in the country.
Fast forward to the present day, ice cream is widely acknowledged as America’s favorite summertime indulgence.
In 1984, President Ronald Reagan declared July as National Ice Cream Month, designating the third Sunday of the month — this year falling on July 20 — as National Ice Cream Day.
Ice cream shops and companies are celebrating this special day with an array of exciting freebies and promotions, many of which extend throughout the month.
Here’s a roundup of the delightful deals you can look forward to this Sunday, July 20, and beyond (it’s always wise to call ahead to confirm local participation):
Baskin-Robbins is initiating a weeklong celebration starting Sunday, lasting until July 26. Rewards members can enjoy an enticing offer of $5 off on orders of $20 or more when placed through third-party delivery services.
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream rolls out various promotions throughout National Ice Cream Month, including the chance for participants to win free ice cream for an entire year.
For fast-food fans, Burger King is offering rewards members a complimentary Soft Serve ice cream with any purchase of $1 or more on Sunday.
Cold Stone Creamery is making a splash by introducing a new twist on their classic treat — the Birthday Cake Oreo Cookie Ice Cream Taco. This special will extend through the end of July and on Sunday, they will select five lucky winners to receive a year’s supply of Cold Stone Creamery ice cream valued at $450.
Dairy Queen is also getting in on the action by offering rewards members a free Dilly Bar with any order of $1 or greater, valid through Sunday.
Dippin’ Dots are giving away free mini cups of any flavor during a designated two-hour window — giveaway hours will vary by location. The first 100 patrons at participating stores will also receive a free souvenir take-home cup.
Meanwhile, Dunkin’ rewards members can triple their points on Frozen Beverages this Sunday, alongside a special deal for $3 medium Refreshers.
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is marking its 80th anniversary by providing a free small ice cream to individuals aged 80 and older, celebrating National Ice Cream Day.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream will treat customers with a complimentary add-on of Sundae Fudge Sauce to any order this Sunday, enhancing the delight of their offerings.
My/Mochi Ice Cream has a ‘summer chill pack’ giveaway lined up every Sunday throughout July. Customers can also participate in their National Ice Cream Day event on Sunday for a chance to win a year’s supply of premium ice cream by following them on Instagram and interacting with their posts.
Salt & Straw will cap off a week of promotions with exclusive prizes for every online offer placed on Sunday. Customers will receive a NICD card containing a QR code that unlocks an array of prizes, including free scoops and personal ice cream-making sessions with the renowned Salt & Straw chef, Tyler Malek.
Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream is celebrating National Ice Cream Day alongside its 20th anniversary with a giveaway event on Saturday, July 19, from 2 to 4 p.m., offering a free scoop of their Big Blast ice cream.
For those seeking a sweet deal at Van Leeuwen, they will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their acclaimed Honeycomb flavor with $3 scoops available from noon to 2 p.m. local time. Additionally, customers will have the opportunity to win a 3-gallon tub of Honeycomb ice cream, with the first 100 customers at the Tribeca location in New York receiving scratch-off tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes.
With such a wide variety of delicious offers and sweet deals, ice cream enthusiasts have plenty to indulge in this National Ice Cream Day!
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