When the Wisconsin summer sun is shining, there’s no better way to cool off than with a scoop (or two!) of your favorite frozen treat. Whether you’re craving creamy frozen custard, hand-dipped ice cream, a classic cone, or a specialty sundae, Beaver Dam has plenty of delicious options to satisfy your sweet tooth.
As America’s Dairyland, Wisconsin knows a thing or two about ice cream. In fact, the ice cream sundae was invented in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, in 1881, and July is officially recognized as National Ice Cream Month. Wisconsin is home to dozens of licensed ice cream plants, making it one of the sweetest places in the country to enjoy a frozen treat.
Here’s your guide to finding the perfect scoop in Beaver Dam!
Blue Boy Dairy Treat Store
📍 301 N. Spring Street
A Beaver Dam favorite, Blue Boy Dairy Treat Store serves up classic soft-serve favorites that bring back memories of summer. Whether you’re stopping by after a day at the lake or taking the family out for dessert, Blue Boy is a local tradition worth experiencing.
Hours:
Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday-Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Visit Blue Boy Dairy Treat Store for a classic cone, sundae, shake, or your favorite frozen treat.
Culver’s
📍 1601 N. Spring Street
No Wisconsin ice cream tour would be complete without frozen custard! Made fresh throughout the day using milk from Wisconsin dairy farms, Culver’s is famous for its rich, creamy Fresh Frozen Custard and rotating Flavor of the Day.
Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Stop by Culver’s to discover today’s featured custard flavor.
Dunkin’ / Baskin-Robbins
📍 828 Park Avenue
Whether you’re looking for a refreshing scoop, an ice cream cake for a celebration, or pairing your favorite flavor with a fresh cup of coffee, Baskin-Robbins inside Dunkin’ has something for everyone.
Hours:
Daily: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Treat yourself at Baskin-Robbins.
Chippy’s Popcorn Creations
Downtown Beaver Dam
Known for gourmet popcorn and specialty treats, Chippy’s is also a great stop when you’re looking for a sweet frozen treat while exploring downtown Beaver Dam.
Hours:
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Blue Hawaii
📍 507 Madison Street
Blue Hawaii isn’t just known for its Hawaiian-inspired menu—it’s also a great place to satisfy your sweet tooth! Stop in and enjoy a scoop of locally made Sassy Cow Creamery ice cream, crafted right here in Wisconsin with fresh, high-quality dairy. It’s the perfect way to cool off after lunch or enjoy a sweet treat on a warm summer day.
Hours:
- Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday & Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Cowlick’s Drive-In
📍 301 Front Street
Nothing says summer quite like a drive-in! Cowlick’s serves burgers, sandwiches, wraps—and, of course, delicious ice cream. Grab your favorite meal and finish it off with a cone, shake, or sundae.
Visit Cowlick’s Drive-In during your next summer outing.
Dairy Queen
📍 1501 N. Center Street
A longtime favorite for Blizzards, dipped cones, sundaes, and classic soft serve, Dairy Queen is always a great choice when the temperatures rise.
Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Cool off at Dairy Queen (Treat).
Sweet Wisconsin Ice Cream Facts
Did you know?
🍦 The ice cream sundae was invented in Two Rivers, Wisconsin in 1881.
🥛 Wisconsin is home to 49 licensed ice cream plants.
🐄 It takes about 12 pounds (1.4 gallons) of milk to make one gallon of ice cream.
🍨 Wisconsin residents purchase more than 74 million pints of ice cream and sherbet each year.
❤️ July is National Ice Cream Month, and the third Sunday in July is National Ice Cream Day. (Wisconsin Dairy)
Make It a Sweet Summer Adventure
Planning a day in Beaver Dam? Pair your ice cream stop with a walk through downtown, an afternoon at Swan Park, a visit to one of our beautiful murals, or time on Beaver Dam Lake. Whether you’re a local looking for your next favorite flavor or visiting for the weekend, there’s always a reason to treat yourself.
Which Beaver Dam ice cream shop is your favorite? Share your go-to order and tag us in your summer adventures—we’d love to see your sweetest moments!
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