National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 20. It’s the perfect excuse to explore Omaha’s growing ice cream scene. From heritage soda fountains to inventive small-batch shops, the city’s ice cream makers are building destination-worthy experiences that support local jobs, attract visitors and add character to our neighborhoods one treat at a time.
Old-school favorites like Graley’s Creamery & Confections and The Durham Museum’s Soda Fountain and Candy Shop preserve the timeless joy of floats in authentic vintage settings. Ted and Wally’s is a magnet for locals and tourists alike, drawing crowds with its daily-changing roster of ultra-premium flavors.
Innovation thrives in spots like Coneflower Creamery, where “farm-to-cone” partnerships with area producers turn local cream and fruit into seasonal art. eCreamery in Dundee offers creative small-batch flavors (and personalized pints for gifting), while Freezing Thai Rolled Ice Cream and Mixins turn dessert into an interactive show.
Diverse culinary influences add to the rich flavor. Frosty’s Ice Cream and More brings Mexican-style mangonada and a churro split to the table, while Centi Omaha delivers Italian gelato elegance in the Old Market. For adults, Fizzy’s Fountain & Liquors in Little Bohemia adds a grown-up twist with spiked shakes.
National Ice Cream Day is a reminder that Omaha’s ice cream shops are small businesses investing in our neighborhoods, enlivening historic districts and giving visitors one more – very sweet – reason to fall in love with our city. Ask for an extra spoon, and dig in here.