First Day of Spring Freebie: Rita's Italian Ice

TAMPA BAY, FL – Today, March 20, is the first day of spring, and that means free Italian ice from Rita's and free ice cream at Dairy Queen locations coast to coast, including the stores in the Florida area.

This is the 25th year that Rita's is giving away Italian ice to mark the change of seasons. The limit is one per visitor. To find the location nearest to you, follow this link.

Customers are encouraged to snap a photo of their “cool treat” and share it on Instagram or Twitter for the chance to win free Rita's for a year (52 free Italian ice coupons). Use the hashtag #RitasFirstDayOfSpring from March 20-March 25 to be entered into the Rita’s First Day of Spring Photo Contest. See the rules.

• AND TODAY AT DQ: Freebie Alert: It's 'Free Cone Day' at Dairy Queen!

P.S. Mark your calendar for April 4: That is "Free Cone Day" at Ben & Jerry's!

ALSO GOING ON NEARBY:

• 30th Annual Bark In The Park, fundraising walk for the animals and Tampa’s favorite pet festival
• Dry Cleaners' Unclaimed Clothing Sale - PARC Fundraiser; $5 per Item: St. Petersburg
• Honey Bee Festival: Sarasota (Dress Like Bee, Get In Free)
• Family Fun Color Run: Safety Harbor
• Origami in the Garden Sculpture Exhibit – Take the Kids!

-- Image via Rita's Italian Ice