Ice Cream Social held downtown

INDIANAPOLIS — The 37th annual Ice Cream Social was held July 16, hosted by American Dairy Association Indiana with proceeds benefiting Indiana Sports Corp.

The ice cream sales raised $5,800 for the nonprofit, whose mission is to build strong communities through sports.

“Every summer we look forward to our annual Ice Cream Social in Indianapolis, and even with the heat we had, Hoosiers showed up to the tune of $5,800 for Indiana Sports Corp,” said Brooke Williams, spokesperson for ADAI.

“When you combine our dairy farmers’ love of community with a great organization like Indiana Sports Corp, it’s easy to understand why so many people will buy an ice cream sundae for a great cause.”

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day.

According to a survey from the International Dairy Foods Association, America’s Top 5 favorite ice cream flavors in 2026 are:

• Chocolate

• Butter pecan

• Vanilla

• Cookies and cream

• Caramel or salted caramel

“Ice cream is America’s favorite treat, and ice cream makers continue to earn that special place by creating products consumers cherish while constantly innovating to meet their changing tastes,” said Michael Dykes, president and CEO of the IDFA.

“From premium indulgence and creative new flavors to options with more protein and other attributes consumers are seeking, America’s ice cream makers continue to expand what ice cream can be without losing the joy, nostalgia and great taste that make it so beloved.”

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