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Free Rita’s Italian Ice on the First Day of Spring

Published March 4, 2026 | Updated March 4, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

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Celebrate the first day of spring by picking up a FREE Rita’s Italian Ice!

This happens every year on the first day of spring, which this year is Friday, March 20, 2026.

Just stop in to your local Rita’s Ice on the day to receive a free 6-ounce Italian Ice in the available flavor of your choice. There are LOTS of different classic flavors, and you can even try their newest flavor, PEEPS®!

Rita’s Mystery PEEPS® Italian Ice Flavor Guessing Contest.

For extra fun, Rita’s is having a contest to guess the flavor of their Mystery Italian Ice that will be served as a white Italian Ice. Starting March 20, submit your flavor guess online at ritasice.com/peeps for a chance to win free Rita’s Ice for a year or a Rita’s + PEEPS® Swag Pack. Ends 3/29.

There are two Rita’s Italian Ice locations in Minnesota: Apple Valley and Eagan. So if you’re local to one of those places, enjoy! 🙂

Want another free sweet treat? Spring also brings DQ Free Cone Day!

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Laura

Laura is a kindergarten teacher and a busy mom of six who loves finding smart ways to save. She balances teaching and family life while always hunting for deals that make life more affordable and fun.

Originally from southern Minnesota, Laura has called the Twin Cities home for over fifteen years. In her rare free moments, she enjoys reading, spending time with loved ones, and savoring a hot cup of coffee.

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  1. Laura says

    March 18, 2025 at 2:19 pm

    Never had a rita

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