New Bedford Police Free Ice Cream Social 2026 Schedule

NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Temperatures in New Bedford are expected to soar into the 80s by this coming weekend, and there's no better way to cool down than with a free ice cream. New Bedford Police are bringing back their annual Ice Cream Socials starting this Saturday.

For the past few years, the department has held Ice Cream Social events at parks and neighborhoods across the city. Each child gets one free ice cream treat, courtesy of the NBPD.

In the past, New Bedford Police have passed out over 500 ice cream treats at some of these events.

How the NBPD Ice Cream Socials Help the Community

However, it’s about more than just a free ice cream. As the department noted in a Facebook post, it’s a chance for police to “meet residents, connect with families, and kick off the summer season.”

Here is the complete 2026 Ice Cream Social schedule:

Saturday, June 13 New Bedford Police Ice Cream Socials

Westlawn Park, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.,
Parkdale, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Shawmut Village, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Temple Landing, 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Saturday, June 20 New Bedford Police Ice Cream Socials

Satellite Village, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Dottin Place, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Nashmont, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Riverside Park, 2:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Friday, June 26 New Bedford Police Ice Cream Socials

Ruth Street, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 28 New Bedford Police Ice Cream Socials

Blue Meadows, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Brickenwood, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Presidential Heights, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Montes Park and Bay Village, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

10 Classic Frozen Treats From the Ice Cream Truck

Let’s be honest – some of those classic treats still hold up today. Maybe they weren’t the healthiest snack on the block, but they were totally worth it.

Gallery Credit: Bobby G.