What’s better than ice cream? FREE ice cream, of course. And 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 19, 2026.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is serving up a deal that’s worth celebrating on National Ice Cream Day!
On July 19, 2026, the burger bar is offering any its hand-spun milkshakes for just $5 — for dine-in only.
Fan favorites include the Chunky Elvis Shake, blended with bacon, creamy peanut butter, Ghirardelli chocolate and banana, then topped with whipped cream.
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 Brookie Batter. The sweet concoction is brown sugar and brownie batter flavored ice creams with OREO cookie pieces, chocolate chip cookie and brownie doughs and brownie batter flavored swirls.
From July 19 to 25, 2026, Baskin Robbins is offering $5 off an order of $20 or more in-shop, via the BR app or online at baskinrobbins.com.
Next up, on July 26, 2026, the popular ice cream shop is offering a sweet special — buy-one-get-one FREE scoop of ice cream.
And, to end the sweet month, Baskin-Robbins is offering its Celebrate 31 Special on July 31, 2026 — 31% off all scoops.
All of the cool deals are exclusively for Baskin-Robbins Rewards members. Join Baskin-Robbins Rewards here.
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 minimum $1 purchase — from July 13 to 19, 2026.
The sweet giveaway is only available in the DQ app.
Del Taco
Enjoy a cool fiesta in celebration of National Ice Cream Day at Del Taco!
From July 17 to 19, 2026, Del Taco is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Regular Shake (available in classic flavors) — exclusively to Del Yeah! Rewards members.
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 19, 2026.
The giveaway is only available during a special two-hour window. However, times vary by location. Check here for participating locations and giveaway hours.
Friendly’s
It pays to be “friendly” on National Ice Cream Day!
On July 19, 2026, Friendly’s is giving away a FREE cone or dish to all ice cream lovers. No purchase necessary.
Best of all, there’s no promo code, digital coupon or loyalty membership required — just show up and the cool freebie is yours to enjoy!
Häagen-Dazs
For more than 60 years, Häagen-Dazs has been a favorite of ice cream lovers because of its high quality and exceptional ingredients.
The popular ice cream brand recently introduced two new products: Cherry Dark Chocolate Bar (cherry ice cream with cherry sauce swirls, dipped in dark chocolate) and Dark Cherry Truffle (cherry vanilla ice cream with cocoa truffles and swirls of sweet and tart cherry sauce).
Look for cool deals currently available at Kroger, Publix, Walmart and Costco on a variety of Häagen-Dazs’ products.
Insomnia Cookies
Don’t sleep on this National Ice Cream Day deal. Did you know Insomnia Cookies also sells ice cream?
From July 17 to 19, 2026, Insomnia Cookies is offering a FREE tw0-scoop cup of ice cream with any $5+ purchase. No loyalty membership required.
The offer is available in-shop or on local delivery.
Insomnia Cookies is also offering a Happy Hour special with a sweet BOGO deal — through July 30, 2026.
Marble Slab Creamery
No better place to enjoy ice cream than at a creamery!
On July 19, 2026, Marble Slab Creamery is giving away a FREE small ice cream — exclusively for MSC Rewards members.
The ice cream shop has 239 locations in the 17 states.
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day a few days early and with frozen yogurt instead!
On July 17, 2026, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is giving the first 50 customers in line at 3 p.m. a FREE cup of froyo and toppings (up to 5-oz.)
If you swirl more than 5 ounces (and you will!), simply pay the difference — around 80 cents an ounce.
Potbelly
Belly up to Potbelly for sweet savings on National Ice Cream Day!
Through Aug. 2, 2026, Potbelly is offering a half-price shake after 2 p.m. on Friday and all day on Saturday & Sunday (including on July 19, 2026!) at — exclusively for Potbelly Rewards members.
The sweet deal requires an additional minimum $5 purchase.
16 Handles
Get a handle on National Ice Cream Day at 16 Handles!
On July 19, 2026, Handles 16 is giving away a FREE frozen yogurt (up to $5). 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 at Wendy’s with a cool deal this summer!
From June 20 to Aug. 23, 2026, Wendy’s is offering a small Classic Frosty for just $1. Choose from chocolate or vanilla.
However, Wendy’s Rewards members enjoy early access on National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026 — exclusively in 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 19, 2026. 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.
Plus, the popular froyo shop is celebrating its 20th birthday this year by offering Real Rewards members 20% off an in-shop purchase on the 20th of every month in 2026.
