Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is celebrating its 80th birthday in 2025. The business was born in Youngstown, Ohio, in 1945, when Alice Handel started serving homemade ice cream from her husband's gas station, using her own personal recipes and fruit from her backyard. It's grown to offer 140 rotating locations in over 150 locations in 15 states. Handel's is celebrating its 80th birthday … [Read more...] about Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream turns 80 — On National Ice Cream Day, guests who are 80+ years old get a free scoop
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Free ice cream social in Fuquay-Varina for National Ice Cream Day July 20
The Town of Fuquay-Varina is celebrating National Ice Cream Day, Sunday, July 20, 2025, with a free ice cream social at Fuquay Mineral Spring Park, 105 West Spring Street, Fuquay-Varina, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy free ice cream, iced tea and lemonade. There is also usually live music at this event. Learn about more National Ice Cream deals and events in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about Free ice cream social in Fuquay-Varina for National Ice Cream Day July 20
National Ice Cream Day at Forest Ridge Park in Wake Forest
Carlene Sumner, a broker with Southern Lux Living, is hosting a National Ice Cream Day celebration on Sunday, July 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come by Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old North Carolina 98 Hwy, Wake Forest, NC, for FREE ice cream and fun. … [Read more...] about National Ice Cream Day at Forest Ridge Park in Wake Forest
Vegfest Expos — Durham Vegan Food Fest July 20
Vegfest Expos is presenting Durham Vegan Food Fest on Sunday, July 20, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend, but with a $10 suggested donation. This is a food focused event with a small assortment of non-food vendors. Then, mark your calendar for Triangle VegFest on September 14, 2025, at Durham Central Park! … [Read more...] about Vegfest Expos — Durham Vegan Food Fest July 20
Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: Music Bingo
Clyde Cooper's BBQ, at 327 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, has been serving Carolina-style barbecue in Downtown Raleigh since 1938. The restaurant is hosting special events now, and you can find the current list on their website or Facebook page. First Friday Music BingoSelect Fridays in 20256 to 8 p.m.Free to participate (must make a purchase from the restaurant) August 1, September 5, … [Read more...] about Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: Music Bingo
Southland Car Club Cruise In at Old North State Food Hall, and more
Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the town of Smithfield, including Johnston Community College. The food hall offers ten diverse cuisines under its roof, allowing family members and friends to each enjoy their favorite food while dining together. The food hall hosts many events. … [Read more...] about Southland Car Club Cruise In at Old North State Food Hall, and more
Two Roosters Ice Cream: Each shop celebrating a different decade, with special treats and activities
Two Roosters Ice Cream is celebrating its birthday from July 15 to 20, 2025, as well as National Ice Cream Day on July 20. Each of its shops will be celebrating a different decade, with decorations and a special themed ice cream creation. Then on July 20, 2025, each shop will host a special event. Read on for details from each shop! And check Two Roosters Ice Cream Facebook for … [Read more...] about Two Roosters Ice Cream: Each shop celebrating a different decade, with special treats and activities
Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 88th birthday with a great deal on Friday, July 18, 2025. Buy any dozen doughnuts at participating shops and get a dozen classic Original Glazed Doughnuts for 88¢. The offer is available in-shop or online. If you order online, use promo code BDAY at checkout. Limit two redemptions per guest in-store and drive-thru, and one redemption per guest … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli July 17
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, McAlister's Deli celebrates its annual Free Tea Day. And they mean exactly that...FREE tea all day. No coupon or purchase necessary -- just walk in and ask for the freebie. You can choose from sweet or unsweet, a combination of sweet and unsweet tea, tea/lemonade, and teas with one flavored shot, or the new limited-time flavor. Limit 1 tea per person in-store. … [Read more...] about Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli July 17
National Hot Dog Day Deals July 16
National Hot Dog Day is Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Learn about some of the popular hot dog restaurants in the Triangle, as well as some special deals for National Hot Dog Day. Please keep checking back! And if you know of a great National Hot Dog Day deal,let us know at info@triangleonthecheap.com, and we will try to add it to the list! If you run a local hot dog business, I'd especially love to … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Deals July 16
