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 anticipate will have National Ice Cream Day freebies and deals on July 19, 2026.
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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.
The next 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 next year, that means it will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Predicted National Ice Cream Day Deals 2026
16 Handles: Next 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.
Dairy Queen: To celebrate National Ice Cream Day in 2026, Dairy Queen will likely offer DQ Rewards members a free Dilly Bar with any online or in-app purchase.
Dippin' Dots: Next year, watch for Dippin Dots to give away free mini cups of Dippin' Dots (during a 2-hour window) on National Ice Cream Day. Plus, the first 100 guests at each participating location will likely receive a collectible cup.
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).
Friendly's: We anticipate Friendly's will celebrate 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: In 2026, look for Gopuff to celebrate National Ice Cream Day with savings on select products, from Jeni's Ice Cream, Unilever, Dreyers, Mars Wrigley, FatBoy Ice Cream, Halo Top, Dr. Bombay, Sweet Nothings and more. Plus, Gopuff FAM members will get an exclusive deal.
Graeter's: Next 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 (includes Keebler ice cream cones, sugar cones, waffle bowls, and more) on Instagram.
Marble Slab Creamery: On National Ice Cream Day 2026, look for Marble Slab Creamery to offer loyalty members a free small cup of ice cream, no purchase necessary.
Mother's Cookies: Next 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.
Stop & Shop: Stop & Shop GO Rewards members can anticipate a National Ice Crem Day deal next year.
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 next 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.
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