Dairy Queen is bringing back its annual Free Cone Day on March 20, 2025, offering customers a complimentary small vanilla soft-serve cone to celebrate the first day of spring.
Ice cream is a beloved treat across the United States, with the average American consuming approximately 14 to 16 pints per year.
This enduring love for frozen desserts makes Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day a highly anticipated event for ice cream lovers nationwide.
“Did someone say Free Cone Day?! Now that’s a day we can all get behind!” the company states on its website. “Kick off treat season with a complimentary DQ® small vanilla cone.”
“We love it so much, we might just declare it a national holiday!” Dairy Queen added in its announcement.
Here’s how you can get yourself a free cone in March.
When and Where To Get Your Free Cone
On March 20, customers can visit participating non-mall Dairy Queen locations nationwide to receive a free small vanilla cone, complete with the signature DQ curl on top. The offer is limited to one cone per person and is available while supplies last and is not available for mobile or delivery orders.
DQ wishes fans a Happy Free Cone Day at participating DQ® restaurants nationwide on March 20.
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For mall-based locations, participation may vary, and some may require an additional purchase to qualify for the free cone. It’s advisable to check with your local Dairy Queen to confirm their participation and any specific terms.
Sweepstakes: Win Free Cones for a Year
In addition to Free Cone Day, Dairy Queen is offering fans a chance to win free cones for a year. By signing up for the DQ Rewards program through the DQ mobile app between March 3 and March 19, 2025, customers will be entered into a sweepstakes for this prize.
How To Find a Participating Dairy Queen
To locate a participating Dairy Queen near you, visit the official Dairy Queen website or use the DQ mobile app, which provides up-to-date information on store hours and participation status.
Additional Spring Promotions
Coinciding with Free Cone Day, Dairy Queen has introduced a Mint Oreo Blizzard for a limited time, combining vanilla soft serve with Oreo pieces and a cool mint topping. This seasonal treat is available at participating locations leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
Additionally, Dairy Queen has launched a new $7 meal deal, which includes an original cheeseburger or chicken strips, regular fries, a drink, and a sundae. Customers have the option to upgrade the sundae to a small Blizzard for an additional $2.
