What’s better than ice cream? Free ice cream, of course!
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 (July 19, 2020).
We’ve found a few sweet deals around town in July and on National Ice Cream Day. Keep checking this list for more deals as we find them – but beware of brain freeze!
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NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY DEALS
Remember that not all local stores participate in national promotions, so it’s always smart to call ahead to make sure the deal is on before you drive over.
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Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream
Sunday, July 19, 11am – 3pm
BOGO cups and cones at all three Kelly’s locations.
An Orlando original! What started out as a family food truck at farmers’ markets has grown into a local, sweet sensation with three ice cream shop locations.Â
Baskin-Robbins: Order $15 or more of ice cream during July via Door Dash with no delivery fee in honor of National Ice Cream month.
Carvel: Buy-one-get-one free sundaes on Wednesdays throughout July.
Dippin’ Dots: Follow them on Facebook and tag three friends on the post and you’ll be eligible to win free ice cream for a year! The contest ends July 12.
Steak N’ Shake: This isn’t a National Ice Cream Day special, but it’s yummy enough to add to the list. Get half-priced shakes and drinks during Happy Hour from 2pm to 5pm on weekdays.
More ice cream deals
Cold Stone Creamery: Join the Cold Stone Rewards Club and get a buy one, get one free Cold Stone Creation dessert added to your account. You will also receive a BOGO free Creation dessert on your birthday. Receive $5 off purchases with every 50 accumulated points.
Bruster’s: This isn’t a National Ice Cream Day deal, but a deal nonetheless. Anytime you bring a family member who is less than 40 inches tall, they will get a free Baby Cone. And if your kid is a dog, bring him or her to your neighborhood Bruster’s store to get a free Doggie Sundae. Check here for a location near you.
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