What’s better than ice cream? FREE ice cream, of course. Everyone screams for ice cream deals!
July is National Ice Cream Month, first designated by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, followed by National Ice Cream Day on the third Sunday of July. Sunny California ranks No. 1 in ice cream production, with Indiana coming in second. However, find lots of cool deals and freebies in every state on July 20, 2025.
Photo: Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins
National Ice Cream Month is the perfect time to enjoy the Flavor of the Month at Baskin-Robbins. For July, it’s Rainbow Sherbet. The summery flavor is a trio of Tart Raspberry, Sweet Pineapple and Tangy Orange-flavored Sherbets.
To end the sweet month, Baskin-Robbins is offering its Celebrate 31 Special on July 31, 2025 — 31% off all scoops.
If you’re looking for more sweet deals, download the chain’s app for exclusive deals and offers.
Burger King
Visit the (Burger) King and (Dairy) Queen on National Ice Cream Day!
On July 20, 2025, Burger King is offering a FREE Soft Serve with a minimum purchase of $1 for National Ice Cream Day.
The offer is only available for Royal Perks members via the BK app.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is the king of all ice cream shops. And it’s definitely one of the best places to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.
Here’s the inside scoop: Dairy Queen is giving away a FREE Dilly Bar with a $1 minimum purchase from July 14 to 20, 2025. The sweet giveaway is only available in the DQ app.
Dippin’ Dots
Take a dip on National Ice Cream Day!
Celebrate the cool day at Dippin’ Dots. Ice cream lovers can enjoy a FREE mini cup of Dippin’ Dots on July 20, 2025. The first 100 people in line will also score a FREE souvenir take-home cup.
The giveaway is only available during a special two-hour window. However, times vary by location. Check here for participating locations and giveaway hours.
The giveaway is also available at all Chuck E. Cheese locations nationwide.
Insomnia Cookies
Ice cream and cookies are the perfect pairing for a sweet treat!
From July 18 to 20, 2025, Insomnia Cookies is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by giving away a FREE scoop of ice cream with any $5 purchase — in-shop only.
16 Handles
Get a handle on National Ice Cream Day at 16 Handles!
On July 20, 2025, Handles 16 is giving away a FREE Treat (up to $5) at participating locations. You must download the 16 Handles app to claim the reward.
There are 40 locations nationwide — Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York.
TCBY
Whether it’s ice cream or frozen yogurt, everyone loves a cool treat on a hot summer day.
TCBY is offering delicious rewards and offers for its most loyal customers. While no deal or giveaway has been announced for National Ice Cream Day, download the shop’s app and start spooning your way toward FREE froyo.
Wendy’s
Chill out with Wendy’s on National Ice Cream Day!
Wendy’s is giving away a FREE small Frosty with any purchase on July 20, 2025. Choose from the Classic Frosty, Frosty Swirl or Frosty Fusion.
The offer is only available via the Wendy’s app.
Yogurtland
Frozen yogurt is right behind ice cream in popularity. And Yogurtland is one of the best places to swirl the sweet treat. Join the shop’s loyalty program Real Rewards and earn points on all in-shop and online purchases.
For National Ice Cream Day, members earn 2x points on all purchases in-shop or online on July 20, 2025. Plus, if you’re new to the program, earn 50 bonus points just for signing up.
Best of all, Real Rewards members enjoy exclusive offers on the shop’s cool treats.
