National Ice Cream Day, a celebration of one of America’s favorite desserts, brings a sweet seasonal tradition to the Alabama Gulf Coast, where locals and visitors alike indulge in cool treats to beat the heat. Observed annually on the third Sunday in July, this fun and flavorful holiday is more than a chance to enjoy a cone—it’s a meaningful way for communities to gather, support local businesses, and mark the height of summer together. This year National Ice Cream Day falls on July 20th.
The roots of this frosty observance date back to 1984, when President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and named the third Sunday as National Ice Cream Day. In his official proclamation, Reagan described ice cream as a “nutritious and wholesome food” enjoyed by over 90 percent of Americans and encouraged citizens to mark the occasion with “appropriate ceremonies and activities.” Four decades later, the tradition remains strong—particularly in warm-weather communities like the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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