Today, Sunday, July 20, 2025, marks National Ice Cream Day—a delightful occasion to indulge in your favorite frozen treat! Established by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, this day falls on the third Sunday of July and is part of the broader National Ice Cream Month celebration. With Americans consuming over 23 gallons of ice cream annually, it’s no surprise that ice cream shops, fast-food chains, and retailers are rolling out some irresistible deals to make this day even sweeter. Here’s a roundup of the best offers to help you celebrate in style.
Free Treats and Discounts Galore
- Dairy Queen (DQ): DQ Rewards members can enjoy a free Dilly Bar with any purchase of $1 or more from July 14 to July 20. Simply use the DQ app or website to redeem this tasty offer at participating U.S. locations.
- Burger King: Royal Perks members can score a free soft serve cone or cup with any $1 purchase on July 20—perfect for a quick, creamy treat!
- Baskin-Robbins: Rewards members can save $5 on orders of $20 or more from July 20 to 26. This deal is available through the BR app, in-store, or via third-party delivery apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash.
- Friendly’s: Celebrate Friendly’s 90th birthday alongside National Ice Cream Day! Fan Club Rewards members get a free cone or dish from July 18 to 20, while non-members can enjoy a 90-cent single scoop.
- Marble Slab Creamery: Loyalty members receive a free small ice cream reward, valid for seven days, with no purchase necessary. Check the app or website for details.
- Dippin’ Dots: Enjoy free mini cups of any flavor during a two-hour window at participating locations on July 20. The first 100 customers in line also get a souvenir take-home cup—check local store hours!
Special Offers for All Ages
- Graeter’s Ice Cream: Sweet Rewards members can grab a $1.55 single-dip sugar cone from July 18 to 20, a nod to the company’s 155 years in business.
- Van Leeuwen Ice Cream: Treat yourself to a $3 scoop of Honeycomb ice cream from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at all shops on July 20.
- Halo Top: If your name matches an ice cream brand (e.g., Ben, Jerry, or Talenti), you could claim a free pint! Visit HaloTop.com/IceCreamDay from now through July 20 to prove your namesake.
- Petco: Don’t forget your furry friends! Petco is offering free pup cups of ice cream in-store on July 20, thanks to participating brands.
Extended Celebrations
Some chains are stretching the fun beyond a single day:
- Cold Stone Creamery: Enjoy a week of deals, including $5 off a $15 purchase on July 18 with the code “NICD3OFF10” (online only). Follow their Instagram for daily updates.
- Wendy’s: Rewards members can redeem a free small Frosty with any purchase on July 20 via the Wendy’s app.
- Dunkin’: Earn triple points on frozen beverages and snag a $3 medium Refresher on July 20 for Dunkin’ Rewards members.
Tips to Maximize Your Treats
- Download apps and sign up for rewards programs to unlock these exclusive deals.
- Check with local stores for participation, as offers may vary.
- Share your ice cream adventures on social media with hashtags like #NationalIceCreamDay for a chance to join giveaways from brands like Kilwins or Bruster’s.
Whether you’re a vanilla purist or a fan of adventurous flavors like pineapple coconut (up 37% in popularity per Instacart data), National Ice Cream Day 2025 is the perfect excuse to treat yourself. Grab your cone, scoop, or pint, and enjoy the coolest day of the year—happy scooping! Let’s Save America!