National Ice Cream Day: Places To Go Around Kingstowne

Not only will the weather be perfect for a cold ice cream this weekend, but it's also National Ice Cream Day. There's no better reason to celebrate with a sweet treat Sunday, July 15.

Whether you're looking for freebies or want to support your favorite local shop, here are some places to try around Kingstowne:

• Sweet Frog: Frozen yogurt is an option for those looking for something lighter
• Dairy Queen: Download the app to get a free small Blizzard at participating locations
• Dippin' Dots: Participating locations will offer free mini cups during a two-hour window. Check your nearest location for promo hours.
• Baskin-Robbins: The chain is launching its Freak Shakes and will offer discounts for customs downloading the Baskin-Robbins Mobile App
• Haagen Dazs: The chain is known for its sundaes, as well as shakes, smoothies and sorbet

Nearby local shops to try

• Nicecream: The Old Town shop makes ice cream fresh with liquid nitrogen and fresh ingredients
• The Creamery: The shop is the oldest continually operated ice-cream shop in Old Town
• Kilwins: This shop is a delight to ice cream, candy and fudge lovers alike
• Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato: The gelato shop has selections of Argentine-style gelato, sorbet and vegan options
• Killer ESP: Coffee, gelato and pastries are the offerings at this laid-back cafe
• Dolci Gelati: This authentic gelato recipe is an old family recipe
• Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Co: This classic parlor offers homemade ice cream

Is your favorite not mentioned? Let us know in the comments.

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