National Ice Cream Day Freebies + Deals 2025

Get ready to chill out on Sunday, July 20, 2025, when the nation celebrates National Ice Cream Day! First proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, this sweet holiday lands on the third Sunday of July each year—and America’s favorite scoop shops, restaurants, and retailers are celebrating with frosty freebies and cool discounts. Whether you’re craving a classic cone, a decadent sundae, or even a pup‑friendly treat, there’s a deal waiting just for you. Check out the offers below, plan your brain‑freeze adventure, and savor every creamy moment of summer.

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Note: Always call ahead to make sure your location is participating!

🍦 All The 2025 National Ice Cream Day Freebies & Deals:

• 16 Handles: On 7/20/25, download the 16 Handles app, pop into a participating shop, and spoon up a free frozen‑yogurt creation (value up to $5) right from your rewards wallet.
• Baskin‑Robbins: Rewards members save $5 on purchases of $20+ from 7/20/25 – 7/26/25 when ordering in the BR app, online, in‑shop, or via select delivery partners.
• Burger King: Royal Perks members can nab a free soft‑serve cone with any order of $1 or more on 7/20/25—perfect for pairing with those fries.
• Dairy Queen: Spend $1 or more in the DQ® App between 7/14/25 and 7/20/25 and a free Dilly Bar will pop into your deals tab, ready to redeem at checkout.
• Dippin’ Dots: Swing by on 7/20/25 during each store’s two‑hour giveaway window for a complimentary mini cup; the first 100 guests also score a limited‑edition collectible cup. Hours vary by location—call ahead!
• Dunkin’: Dunkin’ Rewards members earn 3× points on all Frozen Beverage purchases made on 7/20/25. More points, more perks, more chill.
• Friendly’s: Fan Club Rewards members enjoy a free cone or dish (in‑store, carry‑out, or online) from 7/18/25 – 7/20/25, while non‑members can scoop the same treat for just 90¢ in restaurants. New sign‑ups snag the freebie, too.
• Halo Top: Purchase any pint in stores or online through 7/20/25, keep your receipt, and follow the instructions to be reimbursed—available to the first 8,000 submissions, so hustle for your guilt‑friendly freebie.
• Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams: Add Sundae Fudge Sauce to any order at no extra cost on 7/20/25, because every scoop deserves a chocolatey curtain call.
• Marble Slab Creamery: Sweet Smiles Rewards members receive a free small ice‑cream offer loaded to their account on 7/20/25; redeemable for seven days.
• Petco: Four‑legged friends get in on the fun with a complimentary doggie ice cream for Petco Rewards members, in‑store on 7/20/25 while supplies last.
• Yogurtland: Earn double points on all purchases made in store or through the Yogurtland app or website on 7/20/25 (excludes third‑party delivery and gift cards).

Don’t let these sweet savings melt away—mark your calendars, rally the family, and celebrate summer’s superstar dessert in style. Happy National Ice Cream Day!

* Terms may vary by location. It’s wise to call ahead to your local restaurant or retailer before venturing out to confirm the deal.