President Ronald Reagan signed a resolution into law in 1984 proclaiming July as "National Ice Cream Month" and the third Sunday in July as "National Ice Cream Day". He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food. Celebrate "National Ice Cream Day" on Sunday, July 19, 2015. Not to be confused with "Ice Cream For Breakfast Day" the first Saturday of February or "National Ice Cream Sandwich Day" in August.

Summer time is the perfect time for ice cream. Below are just a few of the special events to celebrate this day. There's even something for the dog. Be sure to check other well-known chains, such as Ben & Jerry's and Cold Stone Creamery, as well as local shops, for other events they may be sponsoring in support of the ice cream holidays. Baskin-Robbins

For the month of July, you can get a free waffle cone with a double scoop of ice cream. In addition, to celebrate their 70th birthday, on July 31, you can get 31% off of all sundaes at participating Baskin-Robbins locations nationwide.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom The first 200 guests between Noon to 5pm who purchase a double scoop of Breyers® ice cream at Six Below on Sunday, July 19 will receive a FREE upgrade to a sundae plus a single scoop ice cream sundae! You can get more information at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom online. Sonic Drive-In Nothing special for National Ice Cream Day, but you can join Sonic Ice Cream Social online and get a coupon via email for $1 off a Peanut Butter Shake, Molten Cake Sundae, or any ice cream product. Go to Sonic Drive-In website to sign up.

PetSmart PetsHotel Bring your dog to any PetSmart PetsHotel between Noon to 4 pm on Sunday July 19th and your dog will receive a four-ounce complimentary serving of dog-safe ice cream. Visit PetSmart PetsHotel page to find out which locations are participating,

Be safe out there and don't count too many calories on this great holiday!