PETOSKEY, Mich. – July 15, 2025 – Kilwins, a renowned franchisor of hand-crafted chocolates, fudge and super-premium ice cream, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day (July 20) by giving fans a chance to win “Free Ice Cream for a Year” in the form of an e-gift card with a fun Instagram sweepstakes. From July 20-31, 2025, Instagram users who follow the official @Kilwins account can enter for a chance to win by tagging a friend in the comments on the sweepstakes Instagram post and including the hashtag #Kilwins_Sweepstakes. One lucky winner will receive a Kilwins e-gift card valued at approximately $600, which is equivalent to about one large waffle cone per week for an entire year. It will be redeemable at all Kilwins locations (exceptions apply—see official rules for details).

Sweepstakes Details: No purchase is necessary to enter, and the sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia (excluding California and Hawaii) who are 18 years of age or older. The winner will be selected at random and notified on or around August 5. For full official rules, eligibility restrictions and prize details, visit https://www.kilwins.com/icm-sweepstakes. This sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by or associated with Instagram.

Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream is a super-premium ice cream made using Kilwins proprietary recipes and high-quality ingredients for an ultra-creamy texture and rich flavor. Kosher certified and crafted with care, it’s a delicious reflection of Kilwins’ time-honored commitment to quality and happiness in every bite. With more than 175 locations in 28 states, the company continues to expand its footprint while maintaining its dedication to time-honored techniques and community engagement.

Let the summer celebrations begin—and don’t forget to tag a friend and share your love for Kilwins ice cream!

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About Kilwins:  
Kilwins is renowned for its hand-crafted chocolates, creamy fudge, caramel apples, brittle, and super-premium ice cream, all made with the finest ingredients. Kilwins has been making people happy since 1947, providing customers with warm, friendly service and a nostalgic confectionery experience. Customers can enjoy watching fudge being paddled on a marble table and caramel cooking in a copper kettle, all in an open kitchen setting. The brand has 175 locations and growing, and has earned industry recognition, ranking #1 in category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® for 9 consecutive years. Kilwins is truly “Sweet in every Sense since 1947®.” For more information about Kilwins, visit https://www.kilwins.com. To learn more about franchising opportunities, visit https://www.kilwinsfranchise.com.

For more information, contact:

Sylvia Shtraym, Thunderly

704-848-7811 | sshtraym@thunderlymarketing.com

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