Introduction to Rita’s First Day of Spring Giveaway
Rita’s Italian Ice is ready to welcome the spring season with a free water ice giveaway and a brand new candy-inspired flavor. Spring is finally here, and Philadelphia-area favorite Rita’s Italian Ice is ready to celebrate the only way they know how — a free water ice giveaway and a brand new candy-inspired flavor.
What to Know
- Rita’s first day of spring water ice giveaway is back in 2025.
- Rita’s First Day of Spring Giveaway is taking place on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
- Here’s the scoop on the free frozen treats in the Philadelphia region and beyond.
Kicking off Spring with Free Water Ice
The beloved Pennsylvania-based frozen treats destination is continuing its annual tradition and inviting you to ring in the first day of spring with free Italian ice on Thursday, March 20, 2025. All you have to do is line up at your local Rita’s to get a free 6-ounce cup of water ice. About 575 locations are expected to give away about 1 million cups of their signature Italian ice. You can pick from any of the classic flavors or try Rita’s newest flavor: Skittles Italian Ice.
What’s in Rita’s New Skittles Water Ice?
"We’re thrilled to introduce SKITTLES to our guests, crafted in Rita’s signature style, and welcome everyone to our shops on March 20 for a free cup of Ice on us," said Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard President and CEO Linda Chadwick. Inspired by the taste of the classic candy, enjoy a color collision of fruity flavors with the new Skittles flavor. Rita’s is adding tangy, crunchy Skittles Pop’d freeze-dried candies to their toppings lineup this spring for a limited time.
Weather Forecast for the Big Day
You might want to grab a rain jacket and umbrella. Thursday morning fog and drizzle will start the new season on a dreary note that will last through the day, First Alert Weather meteorologist Bill Henley said. It will be mild with temps in the upper 60s, certainly warm enough to enjoy your favorite flavor. By late afternoon showers move in, with heavier downpours Thursday night.
Want Free Water Ice and Custard All Year?
And if one free water ice isn’t enough, Rita’s is giving its app users the chance to win free Italian ice for a year. Head to the rewards app and enter promo code "FDOS25” under the “Offers” tab for a chance to win. Giveaway organizers said you can enter to be one of 30 lucky winners from now until 11:59 p.m. PT on Sunday, March 23, 2025.
Conclusion
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is excited to celebrate the first day of spring with a free water ice giveaway and a brand new candy-inspired flavor. With over 575 locations participating, you can enjoy a free 6-ounce cup of water ice and try their newest flavor, Skittles Italian Ice. Don’t forget to download the Rita’s app and enter the promo code "FDOS25" for a chance to win free Italian ice for a year.
FAQs
Q: When is Rita’s First Day of Spring Giveaway?
A: Rita’s First Day of Spring Giveaway is taking place on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Q: What is the new flavor being introduced by Rita’s?
A: Rita’s is introducing a new Skittles Italian Ice flavor, inspired by the taste of the classic candy.
Q: How can I win free Italian ice for a year?
A: You can enter to win free Italian ice for a year by downloading the Rita’s app and entering the promo code "FDOS25" under the “Offers” tab.
Q: What is the weather forecast for the first day of spring?
A: Thursday morning fog and drizzle will start the new season on a dreary note, with mild temps in the upper 60s and heavier downpours expected by late afternoon.
Q: How many locations are participating in the giveaway?
A: About 575 locations are expected to give away about 1 million cups of their signature Italian ice.
