Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with Freebies and Deals from Major Retailers on July 19

National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 19 this year, and dozens of chains are handing out free scoops, cups, and bars to celebrate The Mercury. From soft-serve shops to grocery stores, there are at least 11 confirmed deals available — many requiring no purchase at all.
The holiday is always the third Sunday in July, a date set by President Ronald Reagan in 1984 Erie News Now. This year, brands including Baskin-Robbins, Dairy Queen, Dippin' Dots, and Cold Stone Creamery are all competing for your business with giveaways and app-based rewards.
16 Handles and Baskin-Robbins are both offering a free cup worth up to $5 on July 19 Tioga Publishing. You need to register ahead of time to claim the deal. Both chains have participating locations across the country, so it's worth checking your nearest store before heading out.
Dippin' Dots is also getting in on the action with a free mini cup of its new "Dippins" product Wyoming News Now. The catch: the giveaway only runs during a two-hour window at participating locations on July 19. Arrive early, because supplies are limited.
Dairy Queen is rewarding app users with a free Dilly Bar on National Ice Cream Day My Leader Paper. The deal requires DQ Rewards members to spend at least $1 through the DQ app. The Dilly Bar — a round ice cream bar coated in chocolate — is one of DQ's most iconic treats.
The app-only structure is a common move by chains to drive digital sign-ups. If you are not already a DQ Rewards member, you can join for free in the app before July 19 to qualify for the deal.
Cold Stone Creamery is stretching the celebration into a full Ice Cream Week Giveaway Watauga Democrat. The chain is giving away prizes weekly, including e-gift cards and branded merchandise. Winners are chosen each week, so you can enter more than once for more chances to win.
Marble Slab Creamery is running a similar promotion, giving away $50 gift cards each week during the ice cream holiday season KULR8. Both promotions reward fans who may not live near a store but still want to get in on the fun.
Even pets get a treat this year. Petco is offering a free scoop of doggy ice cream at participating stores on July 19 Erie News Now. It's a rare freebie aimed squarely at four-legged customers, so bring your dog along when you head out for your own cone.
Stop & Shop is offering a broader, longer deal. The grocery chain is giving away a free 1.5-quart container of Stop & Shop brand ice cream from July 13 through July 23 The Mercury. That 10-day window gives shoppers plenty of time to claim a carton without rushing.
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