Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day is back for its 46th year serving free ice cream to customers around the world. This beloved tradition comes to 3 San Francisco locations today, April 8th, from 12-8 pm. Stop by your local scoop shop for a complimentary cup or cone of your favorite Ben & Jerry’s flavor.
Whether you’re a fan of Phish Food, Half Baked, Chunky Monkey, or Chocolate Fudge Brownie, you’re welcome to hop back in line as many times as you want for another scoop. Read on for everything to know about Free Cone Day in San Francisco…
Ben & Jerry’s scoop shops in San Francisco
Ben & Jerry’s runs about 600 scoop shops in 35 countries. Here in SF, you’ll find three locations participating in Free Cone Day:
- Haight-Ashbury – 1480 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
- Fisherman’s Wharf – 475 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
- Fisherman’s Wharf – Pier 41, San Francisco, CA 94133
You could also head across the bay to enjoy Free Cone Day at the Jack London Square Ice Cream Shop in Oakland.
See more participating locations on the Ben & Jerry’s website. Make sure you check the box labeled “Participate Free Cone Day.”
History of Free Cone Day
Free Cone Day first kicked off in 1979 at Ben & Jerry’s original location in Vermont. By 1993, scoop shops across the U.S. were celebrating the day together, and by 2000, the tradition had spread worldwide. Now a major springtime event, fans eagerly anticipate it each year. Just last year, Ben & Jerry’s handed out over a million free scoops across the globe.
Ben & Jerry’s is also a Certified B Corp with a strong dedication to social justice. The company has a long history of activism, investing millions in grassroots efforts and environmental protection, proving it stands for more than just great ice cream.
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