What’s better than ice cream? Free ice cream, of course! So don’t miss these National Ice Cream Day/Month freebies.
We’re not surprised that July is National Ice Cream Month, first designated by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, because that cold treat is especially welcome during these hot summer days. Not coincidentally, National Ice Cream Day falls on the third Sunday in July each year.
This year, National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19, 2026.
And according to DQ, National Ice Cream Week is July 13-19!
National Ice Cream Day / Week / Month Deals 2026:
Keep watching this list for more updates and, as always, beware of brain freeze.
DQ National Ice Cream Day Deal:
Dairy Queen is celebrating National Ice Cream Day all week long from July 13 -19, with a sweet deal! Last year, the deal was for one day only, but this year you have all week to redeem your Ice Cream Day treat! See the details below on how to get your FREE Dilly Bar.
Braum’s National Ice Cream Deal
Scoop up two for $7 containers of ice cream in the week leading up to National Ice Cream Day. You’ll find them in the Braum’s Ice Cream & Dairy Fresh Markets.
Braum’s Deals
- $1.45 Junior & Single-Dip cones
- $2 Double-Dip cones
Braum’s is a family-owned company that maintains high quality by owning its own dairy herd, farms and ranches, processing plant, bakery, retail stores, and delivery trucks. It only operates stores within 300 miles of its farm in Tuttle, Oklahoma.
Dillons Ice Cream Month Deals
Dillons has had some good sales this month on popular ice cream brands. These change weekly, of course, and some require you to download a digital coupon, but if you have freezer space, stock up on your favorites!
See Dillons’ National Ice Cream Month deals and recipes here.
Sedgwick County Historical Museum Birthday Party and Ice Cream Social
What could be more appropriate than celebrating a birthday with a FREE ice cream social, especially when the party falls on National Ice Cream Day? See the details below.
Quick Trip National Ice Cream Deal
Cool off with a summer treat for National Ice Cream Month (and beyond) from Quik Trip. At participating locations, QT offers .99 ice cream cones and sundaes through August 31.
Wendy’s National Ice Cream Day
Wendy’s rewards members can get a free Frosty with any purchase using the in-app coupon.
Scheels Ice Cream Eating Contest
Each year, Wichita Scheels hosts an annual ice cream eating contest that you can watch in the candy shop inside the store. Check out their social media for more information.
Burger King National Ice Cream Deal
Burgers aren’t the only thing on the menu at Burger King. The fast-food chain is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by offering a FREE vanilla soft serve cup or cone with a minimum purchase of $1. The offer is available in the app. Limit one per customer. (The digital offer may not be available in all areas.)
Petco National Ice Cream Deal
Stop by a Petco on July 19 for a free ice cream “pup cup” for your furry friend. This is a National deal, so make sure to double-check before you head out.
Cold Stone Creamery
They are doing an Instagram giveaway for a chance to win one of their National Ice Cream Month Giveaway prizes. You can win up to $250, or on National Ice Cream Day, you can win free ice cream for a year, including a $450 e-gift card, hoodie, hat, and tote bag.
Chuck E. Cheese National Ice Cream Deal
Fun Pass holders can get one free regular Dippin’ Dots at Chucky E. Cheese from July 19-23 in the app. You will need to show the in-app QR code at the register to redeem.
Predicted but not Confirmed:
Whole Foods Market Ice Cream Month Sale
Cool off with a frozen treat at Whole Foods Market.(extended! now valid through July 15), Amazon Prime member customers save 50% on all ice cream and frozen desserts. Even sweeter, the grocery store’s ice cream does not contain the 100+ preservatives, flavors, colors and other ingredients they’ve prohibited from food.
My Favorite Ice Cream or Cold Treats in Wichita:
We have our own favorites, but we also asked readers to tell us where in Wichita they love to get ice cream. Here’s our list so far. Do you have a yummy place to add?
- Old Mill Tasty Shop
- 604 E Douglas Ave
- Milkfloat
- 535 W Douglas Ave #140
- Frost
- 3429 E Douglas Ave
- Papa’s Ice Cream & Treats
- 3700 E Douglas Ave, Suite 30
- Sweet Pops
- 550 N Rock Rd
- Paletería y nevera La Fuente
- 1750 N Broadway St
- Palacana
- 2021 N Amidon Ave Ste 115
- Insomnia Cookies
- 701 E Douglas Ave, Suite #4
- Freezing Moo
- 2684 N Greenwich Ct, 200
So what do you think is the best ice cream in Wichita? Let me know, and I’ll add them to the list!
