National Ice Cream Day Houston - 2025 Deals

National Ice Cream Day Houston – 2025 Deals

Published: July 19, 2025

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National Ice Cream Day Houston is back on Sunday, July 20, 2025 — and with triple-digit temps on the horizon, I think there’s no better excuse to cool off with something sweet.

From handcrafted scoops at beloved local shops to freebies and deals from national chains, there are plenty of ways to celebrate around the city. Whether you’re like me, a fan of bold seasonal flavors or just want to score a free cone, this guide has the best Houston deals for National Ice Cream Day 2025.

Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.

Also check out our articles on Best Ice Cream in Houston, Best Shaved Ice and Snow Cones, Best Frozen Yogurt in Houston, Best Boba Tea in Houston and Best Desserts in Houston!

National Ice Cream Day Houston 2025 – Verified Specials & Top Favorites at Local Shops & Restaurants

Fat Cat Creamery

With multiple locations, Fat Cat is a Houston staple, celebrated for its small-batch, handcrafted ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients. They offer a mix of five year-round “signature” flavors like the intriguing Milk Chocolate Stout and Waterloo Strawberry Buttermilk, alongside a rotating selection of creative seasonal scoops. It’s a true taste of Houston’s artisan food scene.

Flower & Cream

This artisan ice cream shop in Bellaire (and other locations) is known for its beautiful aesthetic and equally beautiful, small-batch flavors. They offer a range of unique and often colorful options, including several vegan choices. Their commitment to quality ingredients and creative concoctions makes them a local favorite for a delightful frozen treat.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

All four Houston-area locations will add their new sundae fudge sauce for free to any scoop.

Milk + Sugar

Located in Montrose, Milk + Sugar takes a modern approach to ice cream, focusing on inventive “mix-ins” that are often made in-house. Don’t expect plain vanilla here! They pride themselves on unique and often surprising flavor combinations, ensuring a memorable and delicious experience for adventurous palates.

Morelia Gourmet Paletas

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with us this SUNDAY and take advantage of our exciting BOGO offer if you’ve been looking for “National Ice Cream Day specials near me.”

The Pit Room

Both locations will take $2 off any creation made with Blue Bell ice cream.

Craft Creamery (NO  UPDATE YET)

National Ice Cream Day Special – Sunday, July 16th from Noon til 2 pm. CC is offering 50% off all scoops and flights! 
Come on in to celebrate National Ice Cream Day. Chef Steve and Chef Christopher will be scooping all 23 flavors! From our award-winning Brisket !?! to Bastani and beyond.

National Ice Cream Day Houston 2025 – Verified Deals at Restaurants Across the US

16 Handles

Download their app to snag free treats up to $5 on July 20th at participating locations.

Amy’s Ice Creams

We’re bringing the ice cream & Favor is bringing it to YOU. July 20th. Free small scoop. Zero delivery fees.

Baskin-Robbins

Loyalty members can enjoy $5 off orders of $20 or more through third-party delivery from July 20th to 26th.

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream

This is how we do NationalIceCreamMonth! Enter to win FREE ice cream for a year! You could be enjoying the creamiest, freshest scoops of your Bruster’s faves for FREE. Click here to enter the Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Sweetstakes.

Burger King

Royal Perks members can cool off with a free soft-serve cone or cup with any purchase of $1 or more on July 20th.

Cold Stone Creamery

Sweet DEALS are made of this! Let’s keep the National Ice Cream Month festivities going with $3 OFF $10! Use code NICD3OFF10 at checkout, today online only!

Dairy Queen

Rewards members can grab a free Dilly Bar with any online or in-app purchase of $1 or more. Exclusively through the DQ® app and website, DQ® rewards members can enjoy the delicious sweet treat (one per fan) from July 14 to 20. Order digitally, earn rewards, and unlock more all summer!

Dippin’ Dots

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 20, at participating Dippin’ Dots store/shopping center locations!

We’ll be giving away FREE mini cups of Dippin’ Dots (any flavor!) during a two-hour window at our franchise locations. Plus, the first 100 people in line will score a super cool, souvenir take-home cup, in addition to the free mini cup of Dippin’ Dots.

Friendly’s

Guests who join the Friendly’s Fan Club Rewards program will receive a free cone or dish of Friendly’s signature ice cream on July 20th for National Ice Cream Day.

Gopuff

From July 20th through the 27th, Gopuff customers can find deep discounts on hundreds of frozen favorites, with up to 30% off top brands like Blue Bunny, Häagen-Dazs, and Halo Top. Gopuff FAM members will also enjoy a 2 for $9 promo on select Ben & Jerry’s pints.

Graeter’s Ice Cream

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day, and our 155th Birthday, all weekend with $1.55 Single Scoop Sugar Cones! Offer available from 7/18-7/20 for Sweet Rewards members, download the app and join to redeem your offer!

Halo Top

If your first, middle, or last name matches an ice cream brand (think Ben, Jerry, Jeni, Baskin-Robbins, etc.), you could be eligible for a free pint from July 14th to 21st by proving your namesake.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

Guests 80 and older can get a free small cone or dish at participating locations on July 20th in honor of their 80th anniversary.

Kilwins

National Ice Cream Day is coming up—Sunday, July 20! We’re celebrating the sweetest day of the year with: FREE scoop upgrades, FREE waffle cone or waffle bowl with your scoop, and FREE topping of your choice.

Lick Honest Ice Creams

Houston-area locations will donate 10% of sales to Buffalo Bayou Partnership.

Marble Slab Creamery

Loyalty members will receive a free small ice cream offer on July 20th, valid for seven days.

Odd Fellows Ice Cream (The Woodlands)

They’re celebrating all weekend long! Enjoy $3 off any ice cream flight on July 18th, Buy 1, Get 1 Free on July 19th, and a free scoop with the purchase of any size ice cream on July 20th.

Venchi

Celebrate the day by stepping outside of your comfort zone and getting a little adventurous. Venchi’s limited edition gelatos taste like summer in the Mediterranean and offer up a unique tasting experience that you’ll love to tell your friends about. Try our Extra Virgin Olive Oil gelato, Parmigiano Reggiano, or Caramel & Rosemary for unexpected flavor combinations that you won’t be able to forget.

Yogurtland

Loyalty members will earn double points on all in-store and online orders on July 20th.

Want more cool things to do this summer? Don’t miss our handpicked list of Things to Do in Houston This Weekend — updated weekly with the best free events, festivals, and family-friendly fun happening around town.

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