Spring is here! And Dairy Queen is celebrating the start of the season with all its customers with Free Cone Day
Did someone say free ice cream? It’s the perfect time to satisfy your craving and cool off for a while, because today is Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen. Here are all the details so you don’t miss out on this iconic promotion. Take note!
What time does Free Cone Day end?
Free Cone Day will be available until the ice cream runs out, so there’s no specific time for the promotion to end. If you want to get your ice cream, make sure to hurry. The hours of operation vary by location, but generally, they are open until 11:00 p.m.
How to get a free ice cream cone at Dairy Queen?
On this day, you can enjoy a small vanilla ice cream cone for free. Simply go to any participating location in the country, stand in line at the counter, and request your cone. Keep in mind that the offer is valid for one cone per person.What is Free Cone Day?
Free Cone Day is a celebration created by the well-known ice cream chain in 2009. This event has become the brand’s most prominent campaign, during which customers can enjoy a free ice cream cone as a thank you for their loyalty.
Dairy Queen joins the Dip It For Kids campaign
During Free Cone Day, Dairy Queen fans can make a difference by joining the Dip It For Kids campaign, which involves dipping your cone in one of Dairy Queen’s toppings for just $1.
The money raised through this campaign will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to help fund essential treatments, healthcare services, and innovative programs that improve children’s health at Corewell Health Children’s.
History of Dairy Queen
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The first store of the company opened in Joliet, Illinois, on June 22, 1940, under the leadership of Sherb Noble. In 1953, the chain took an international step by opening its first store in Canada, located in Estevan, Saskatchewan.
Famous for its smooth and creamy ice cream, Dairy Queen offers a wide variety of irresistible flavors available in cones, cups, and more. Over the years, the company expanded its menu to include milkshakes, smoothies, and the iconic Blizzard treats, which combine soft serve ice cream with various ingredients.
In addition to its famous desserts, Dairy Queen also offers a selection of fast food items, such as hamburgers, fries, and hot dogs. Today, the chain operates over 6,000 locations in the U.S., Canada, and more than 20 other countries.
How many Dairy Queen restaurants are there in the U.S.?
Currently, there are more than 4,000 Dairy Queen restaurants in the U.S. Texas has the most locations, with around 560.
When is the spring equinox?
On March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. (Eastern Time), spring begins in the Northern Hemisphere. This astronomical event is called the spring equinox, and it lasts until June 20, 2025.
How long does spring last?
Spring lasts between 92 and 93 days, approximately three months.
What characterizes spring?
During this time of year, temperatures start to rise, and the days get longer. Much of the flora regains its foliage, while fauna shows an increase in biological activity. It’s a period marked by the beginning of flowering and pollination.
What is an equinox?
The equinox occurs when the sun is directly over the equator, causing day and night to be of equal length in both hemispheres. This phenomenon happens twice a year, in March (between the 19th and 21st) and in September (between the 21st and 24th).
