Spring Just Got Sweeter; Here’s Where to Get Free Ice Cream in Rockford

One of the annual rites of spring is the day we all get free ice cream.

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Here in the Rockford area, we have plenty of great places to get the ice-cold treat, but as far as I know, only one place is handing out the good stuff for free.

I know this because Dairy Queen has been giving away free ice cream cones on the first day of spring for plenty of years, and in 2025, there will be no difference.

Here's how the deal works: Find a participating Dairy Queen location and grab a free cone, limited to one per person.

Spring Just Got Sweeter; Here's Where to Get Free Ice Cream in Rockford

Think it's too good to be true? Dairy Queen says, "With no strings or stress attached, this day brings nothing but pure joy."

They will also give away free for a year to someone who uses the Dairy Queen app.

There are four Dairy Queen Grill & Chill locations in the Rockford area:

• 1601 East Riverside Boulevard in Rockford
• 1601 Sandy Hollow Road in Rockford
• 2222 South Perryville Road in Rockford
• 7150 East Riverside Boulevard in Loves Park

So mark your calendars and get ready to welcome spring with a sweet, creamy treat because the best ice cream is free ice cream.