National Ice Cream Day: Where to Find Deals and Freebies This Year

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Whether you’re in the depths of some of the hottest temps ever or just have a sweet tooth, National Ice Cream Day can provide some relief. Not only do ice cream shops have National Ice Cream Day deals, but it’s a great time to stock up on ice cream deals at delivery services or find grocery sales.

Really, National Ice Cream Day is among the most well-played of food holidays . And it’s been around for more than 40 years.

Here are all the places we've confirmed or predict will have National Ice Cream Day freebies and deals on July 19, 2026.

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Offers, prices, savings, and local participation may vary.

National Ice Cream Day is an annual event where restaurants offer free and cheap ice cream.

National Ice Cream Day means many national restaurants and ice cream shops offer special deals and freebies. The holiday has been around since 1984, with an ever-growing number of restaurants participating.

National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19, 2026.

National Ice Cream Day always falls on the third Sunday in July — prime ice cream weather in the U.S. — and this year, that means it will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

National Ice Cream Day Deals 2026

Confirmed

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar: On July 19, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar dine-in guests can get $5 hand-spun milkshakes all day for National Ice Cream Day. Offer valid on any milkshake, including specialty options and the shake of the day.
Dairy Queen: DQ Rewards members can get a free Dilly Bar at Dairy Queen with an in-app purchase of $1 or more from July 13 - 19. Deal valid in the DQ app only. Limit one redemption.
DashMart: In celebration of National Ice Cream Day, DashMart shoppers can buy two Blue Bunny Soft Pints or Mini Swirls and save $5. Offer valid July 12 - 26.
Del Taco: From July 17 - 19, Del Yeah! Rewards members can get BOGO free regular shakes at Del Taco for National Ice Cream Day.
Dippin' Dots: On Sunday, July 19, get a free mini cup of Dippin' Dots in any flavor during a two-hour giveaway window. Check your Dippin' Dots or shopping center location to confirm participation and giveaway hours.
Friendly's: This year, Friendly's is celebrating National Ice Cream Day, which will also be their 91st birthday, by offering Fan Club Rewards members a free cone or dish in-store, online or for carryout.
Gopuff: For National Ice Cream Day, Gopuff is offering two Halo Top pints for $10 from July 13 - 19.
Haagen-Dazs: In celebration of National Ice Cream Day, Haagen-Dazs Rewards members can get a BOGO free deal on the new sundaes (Caramel Cone Sundae, Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Sundae, and Hot Fudge & Caramel Sundae) as part of the Sundae Funday Club. Offer valid in shop every Sunday through July 26.
Marble Slab Creamery: On National Ice Cream Day 2026, Marble Slab Creamery loyalty members can enjoy a free small cup of ice cream, no purchase necessary. If you're not already a rewards member, you can join for free to take advantage of this deal.
Stop & Shop: From 17 - 23, Stop & Shop GO Rewards members can get a free 1.5-quart tub of Stop & Shop brand ice cream for National Ice Cream Day by checking in at an in-store Savings Station kiosk — no purchase required. Offer valid while supplies last.

Predicted

16 Handles: This year, 16 Handles will likely celebrate National Ice Cream Day by offering a free ice cream treat when you order through the app on July 19, 2026.
Baskin-Robbins: We predict Baskin-Robbins Rewards members will get a discount on delivery orders
Bruster's Real Ice Cream: In 2026, watch for Bruster's to offer Sweet Rewards members double points on purchases made during National Ice Cream Day weekend.
Burger King: Royal Perks members can anticipate a free soft serve with a purchase at Burger King on National Ice Cream Day, Sunday, July 19, 2026.
DoorDash: DoorDash DashPass members can look for a deal on Ben & Jerry’s pints on grocery and convenience orders in 2026.
Dunkin': Rewards members will likely have the chance to earn 3X points on Dunkin' frozen beverages for National Ice Cream Day (July 19).
Graeter's: This year, Graeter’s Ice Cream will likely offer Sweet Rewards Loyalty members a National Ice Cream Day deal on single-dip sugar cones.
Halo Top: Watch for Halo Top to have a National Ice Cream Day giveaway in 2026.
Handel's Ice Cream: In celebration of National Ice Cream Day and their 81st birthday in 2026, Handel's Ice Cream will likely offer guests over 81 a free small ice cream, no purchase necessary.
Insomnia Cookies: We predict Insomnia Cookies will offer a free scoop of any ice cream with a purchase on National Ice Cream Day. Plus, rewards members can earn 3X points on every purchase.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Look for Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams to add free Sundae Fudge Sauce to any order for free on National Ice Cream Day (July 19).
Keebler: In 2026, Keebler will likely give away National Ice Cream Day packages (including Keebler ice cream cones, sugar cones, waffle bowls, and more) on Instagram.
Mother's Cookies: This year, we anticipate Mother's Cookies and Carvel will give away Carvel gift cards on Instagram.
Petco: Fido will likely have a chance to enjoy a FREE ice cream pup cup at Petco on National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026.
Popsicle: Watch for a BOGO deal on Popsicle brand frozen treats at Kroger, Publix, and Target in 2026.
Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream: Everyone can look forward to celebrating National Ice Cream Day and Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream's anniversary with a free scoop of the Big Blast from 2 - 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jul 18, 2026.
The Yard Milkshake Bar: Watch for a FREE scoop on National Ice Cream Day at The Yard Milkshake Bar when you make any purchase in 2026.
Van Leeuwen: We predict Van Leeuwen will offer discounted scoops of ice cream between noon - 3 p.m. ET on National Ice Cream Day this year.
Wendy's: On National Ice Cream Day 2026, Wendy's will likely offer a free small Frosty, Frosty Fusion, or Frosty Swirl, with an in-app purchase.
Yogurtland: Look for Yogurtland to give Real Rewards members double points for any online. in-app, or in-store orders on National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026.