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Rita’s is giving away free Italian Ice. Here’s when and how to get it

This April 2, 2015 photo shows pretzels a Rita’s Italian Ice location in Philadelphia. Rita’s and other Philadelphia-area purveyors are taking their regional brands far beyond the mid-Atlantic region. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
This April 2, 2015 photo shows pretzels a Rita’s Italian Ice location in Philadelphia. Rita’s and other Philadelphia-area purveyors are taking their regional brands far beyond the mid-Atlantic region. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) AP

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is celebrating the return of spring with a giveaway — and all you have to do is show up.

Customers who stop by a Rita’s on March 20 can get a free Italian ice in the flavor of their choice, the frozen treat chain announced. The freebie is part of Rita’s annual “First Day of Spring” celebration.

No purchase is necessary.

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will celebrate the 31st anniversary of its First Day of Spring celebration on Monday, March 20, 2023.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will celebrate the 31st anniversary of its First Day of Spring celebration on Monday, March 20, 2023. Hand-out Rita's Franchise Company

Each treat comes served in a 7 oz. limited-edition cup marking the springtime event. The giveaway will last from noon until 9 p.m. local time at participating locations nationwide.

Customers can also top off their Italian ice with scoop of custard for an extra fee.

“We’re excited to continue our beloved Italian Ice giveaway tradition on the First Day of Spring as we take pride in lifting the spirits of many of our fans across the country as spring means warmer weather is on its way,” Linda Chadwick, CEO of Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, said in a statement.

The annual giveaway has been a Rita’s tradition for more than 30 years.

Find your nearest Rita’s here.

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Tanasia Kenney
Sun Herald
Tanasia is a service journalism reporter at the Charlotte Observer | CharlotteFive, working remotely from Atlanta, Georgia. She covers restaurant openings/closings in Charlotte and statewide explainers for the NC Service Journalism team. She’s been with McClatchy since 2020.
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