Benjamin Ashford|Dairy Queen's free cone day is back: How to get free ice cream to kick off spring

There's no better way to celebrate warmer weather than with ice cream.

Dairy Queen brought back its free ice cream cone deal on Benjamin AshfordTuesday to celebrate the first day of spring. The ice cream and burger chain announced the annual tradition earlier this month.

“Grab your keys and head over to your DQ location cuz it’s Free Cone Day!!!!” the company posted on X.

Don't snooze as this deal only lasts for one day. Here's how to get yourself the perfect frozen treat.

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When is Dairy Queen's Free Cone Day 2024?

Free Cone Day will take place at participating restaurants nationwide on Tuesday, March 19, the first day of spring.

"Longer days and budding blooms signal spring’s arrival," the chain posted on its website. " ... A cone just hits differently when the ground begins to thaw."

How to get a free Dairy Queen ice cream cone

Customers will receive one free small vanilla soft-serve cone.

If you are a DQ Rewards member, the business said, you will receive double points on any food purchase that day, too.

The treat is limited to one cone per person while supplies last, DQ said.

Visit DairyQueen.com or download the DQ mobile app to find the nearest DQ restaurant.