FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Ice Cream Week is soon kicking off in Montgomery County. Ice cream enthusiasts can explore local shops and get special promotions from July 15 to 21.
"This is more than just an event; it's a celebration of our community and the incredible local businesses that make Montgomery County so special," said Montgomery County Executive Robert Purtell. "Ice Cream Week is intended to highlight our local businesses, support our local economy and allow participants to enjoy some delicious treats along the way."
Participating ice cream shops
- Drifter's, 2 Front Street in Amsterdam
- Cappie's Drive-In, 264 Route 67 in Amsterdam
- Miss Blue's Pet Boutique, 47 Bridge Street in Amsterdam
- Stewart's Shops, 185 Main Street in Amsterdam
- Stewart's Shops, 1455 Route 5S in Amsterdam
- Stewart's Shops, 132 Market Street in Amsterdam
- Dairy Bar, 22 Bridge Street in Fonda
- Stewart's Shops, 38 W Main Street in Fonda
- Below Zero, 6093 Route 5 in Palatine Bridge
- Special: Buy one, get one free slushie floats
- Stewart's Shops, 6 E Grand Street in Palatine Bridge
- Stewart's Shops, 18 Willett Street in Fort Plain
- Stewart's Shops, 95 Main Street in Fort Plain
- Parkside Drive-In, 7485 Route 5 in St. Johnsville
- Stewart's Shops, 52 W main Street in St. Johnsville
- Karen’s Produce & Ice Cream, 2311 Route 5S in Glen
- Stewart’s Shops, 19 E Main Street in Fort Johnson
- Stewart’s Shops, 123 S Pawling Street in Hagaman
Participants are encouraged to share their ice cream adventures on social media using the hashtag #MontgomeryCountyIceCreamWeek. Those that do could be featured on the official Visit Montgomery County Tourism pages and be entered for the chance to win a prize.