Celebrate National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Mark your calendars and clear up some freezer space: National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is coming in hot (well, cold) on August 2.

This unofficial holiday is the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite frozen sandwiches. Whether you're kicking back at a backyard BBQ or grabbing a break between meetings, there’s no wrong time to reach for that perfect combination of cookie and frozen dessert.

What Is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day?

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is celebrated every August 2, and while no one’s exactly sure who started it (probably a dessert genius), it’s turned into the perfect occasion to indulge in one of summer’s best treats.

Close-up shot of Klondike Original Vanilla Sandwich

Classic Vanilla: The OG. Creamy vanilla light ice cream between two rich chocolatey wafers. Simple. Legendary.

Close-up shot of Klondike Cookies & Creme sandwich

Cookies & Creme: Sweet, creamy vanilla frozen dairy dessert is supercharged with crunchy cookie bits, all sandwiched between two dark chocolatey cookie wafers.

Find your perfect match here: Which Klondike Cookie Sandwich is Right for You?

1. Host a DIY Ice Cream Sandwich Bar

Ever heard of a freezer-to-table party? It’s simple: lay out different Klondike sandwich flavors and other frozen treats. Surround them with bowls of toppings (fresh fruit, rainbow sprinkles, marshmallows...), and a few dangerously drippy sauces. You can even serve fresh cookies and various Klondike bars and let your guests make their own Klondike bar sandwiches.

Pro tip: Cut sandwiches in halves or quarters so everyone can sample more than one.

2. Cookie Sandwich Heist

Set up a mission where guests sneak into the freezer to swipe a Klondike sandwich without getting caught. Basically, hide-and-seek meets Mission: Impossible meets cookie sandwich heaven. Think spy music, a target map, and someone yelling, “WHAT WOULD YOU DO FOR A KLONDIKE?” every time someone’s busted. Winner gets bragging rights. And probably a brain freeze.

But seriously, what would you do #4aKlondike? Get some inspiration from our gallery.

3. Go Global

This Ice Cream Sandwich Day, hand your taste buds a flavor passport. Start by recreating international takes on the ice cream sandwich like Vietnam’s bánh mì kẹp kem (scoops of ice cream tucked into a baguette) or Singapore’s colorful ice cream loti, served in soft rainbow bread.

Or keep it simple and let Klondike cookie sandwiches be your base for bold, globally inspired pairings and toppings. The classic vanilla and chocolatey flavors are surprisingly versatile and perfect for experimenting. Try sliced jackfruit or ube jam, a sprinkle of black sesame, a drizzle of Thai iced tea syrup, or a handful of crushed pistachios or candied macadamia nuts. One bite and you’re somewhere else entirely.

Ice Cream Sandwich Trivia

Need some fun facts to break the ice (cream)? We’ve got your back. Here’s some cool trivia to casually drop at the dinner table.

The first ice cream sandwich was sold by a New York pushcart vendor in 1899 for just a penny.
In Vietnam, bánh mì kẹp kem pairs ice cream with a baguette and crushed peanuts, while in Italy, brioche con gelato features gelato tucked inside a lightly toasted brioche bun.
Rumor has it, up to 48 ice cream sandwiches are eaten every second in America.

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day might be August 2, but let’s be honest, you don’t need a holiday to justify a Klondike sandwich. Stock your freezer and keep the party going all summer (and winter) long.

Our Classic Vanilla Sandwich is a no-brainer: creamy vanilla light ice cream nestled between two rich, chocolatey wafers. If you’re all about texture, the Cookies and Creme sandwich is your go-to. Or better yet, why not try both?

Easy! Stock up on Klondike sandwiches and host the ultimate DIY ice cream sandwich party in the backyard. Want to go the extra mile? Organize a Klondike sandwich heist: whoever gets to the freezer first keeps the whole stash.