Summer is the perfect time to treat the kids (and yourself!) to something sweet and refreshing—but that doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. From frosty drinks to frozen desserts, we’ve rounded up some of the best budget-friendly fast food deals available across Canada this summer. These quick and easy summer treats are perfect for road trips, post-park cool-downs, or just a fun surprise after a long day of summer fun.
Family Fun Tip: Download the apps! Most of these deals are easiest to access through the chain’s mobile app, and some offers are only available to registered users. It’s a great way to save a few bucks while still saying yes to those little summer treats.
As always, things are subject to change and only at participating locations.
Beat the Heat with these Cheap Summer Treats:
🆓 Sherwood Park Mall FREE Ice Cream Fridays
Cost: FREE
Available at: Sherwood Park Mall – Guest Services
Kids can cool off with a FREE ice cream treat from Sherwood Park Mall on July 18 & 25, August 1, 8, & 15, 2025! Bring the kids (12 and under) to guest services between noon and 3 PM to grab a scoop while supplies last.
🆓 IKEA Edmonton: FREE Frozen Yogurt
Cost: FREE
Available at: IKEA Edmonton, Swedish Bistro
Join the in-store scavenger hunt by picking up a hunt sheet and pencil near Småland. Follow the clues throughout the store and earn a free frozen yogurt cone at the Swedish Bistro when you complete the challenge.
🆓 Freson Bros. FREE Ice Cream for Little Kids
Cost: FREE
Available at: Freson Bros. Fresh Markets
Kids aged 6 and under can enjoy a complimentary ice cream at Freson Bros. Fresh Market! Available daily in the restaurant—perfect for a tasty treat during your visit.
McDonald’s Summer Drink Days & Summer Treat Days
Cost: $1-$3 per item
Available at: Participating McDonald’s locations Canada-wide
McDonald’s Summer Drink Days include small fountain drinks or iced coffee for $1, Fruit Splash for $2, or smoothies and Frappés for $3. Use the app to get any size fountain drink or a small/medium iced coffee for just $1!
McDonald’s Summer Treat Days feature sweet savings on frozen favourites—grab a Vanilla Cone for $1, or enjoy a Sundae or snack-size Milkshake for just $2 when you order through the app!
Wendy’s 99¢ Small Frosty
Cost: $0.99 for a SMALL Frosty
Available at: Most Wendy’s locations until August 17, 2025
A summer classic! Wendy’s signature Frosty is the perfect size for little hands (or a mid-afternoon treat for grown-ups). Choose between chocolate or vanilla—at this price, you might not have to pick just one!
7-Eleven $2 Slurpees
Cost: $2 for any size Slurpee
Available at: Participating 7-Eleven stores for a limited time
A giant Slurpee on a hot day? Yes please! 7-Eleven’s cool and colourful drinks are just $2, no matter what size you pick. It’s a great treat after a splash park visit or a hot day at the playground—and a fun way to let the kids choose their favourite flavour combo.
🆓 BONUS Mark the calendar and get your hands on a FREE small Slurpee at participating 7-Eleven stores for the annual 7-Eleven Day celebration!
Taco Bell $2 Summer Freezes
Cost: $2 each (at select locations)
Available at: ONLY available at 3431 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton
Beat the heat with Taco Bell Freezes in summer flavours like Baja Blast, Orange Crush, and Cream Soda. Available for just $2 all summer long at the Gateway Boulevard location in Edmonton.
Harvey’s $3 Summer Drinks
Cost: $3 each for Handspun shakes and slushy drinks
Available at: Participating Harvey’s for a limited time
Beat the heat with Harvey’s $3 hand-spun milkshakes and slush drinks! Choose from classic shakes like Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Salted Caramel, or the new Hat Trick blend, all made with 100% Canadian dairy. Or try icy flavours like Frozen Brisk® Lemonade and Sour Patch Kids Blue Raspberry. Visit your nearest Harvey’s or order ahead on the app to enjoy these cool summer treats!
Edo Japan $3 Bubble Tea
Cost: $3 each
Available at: Participating Edo Japan locations for a limited time
Enjoy any Bubble Tea for just $3, with five delicious flavours to choose from—Mango, Brown Sugar, Strawberry, Taro, and Classic Milk Tea. Big flavour, even bigger savings!
Ice Cream Shack $1.25 Baby Cones
Cost: $1.25
Available at: Ice Cream Shack, 11 Athabascan Ave, Sherwood Park
Kids can enjoy a perfectly sized Baby Cone for just $1.25 at Ice Cream Shack. With a full selection of flavours to choose from, it’s an affordable and fun way for little ones to try different ice cream varieties.
L’OCA Quality Market Half Price Gelato Happy Hour
Cost: Half-price scoops
Available at: L’OCA Quality Market locations, daily from 7–9 PM
Enjoy fresh-made gelato and sorbetto at Café L’OCALE inside L’OCA Quality Market. Take advantage of Gelato Happy Hour every evening with half-price scoops at both Sherwood Park and Edmonton locations.
Make the most of your summer with more ideas for Family Fun on our Summer Fun Bucket List!
