Get ready to make your ice cream shop the talk of the town this month with our expertly crafted social media posts! We've designed a month's worth of engaging, mouth-watering content that will capture your audience's attention and keep them coming back for more. From showcasing your best-selling flavors to running fun polls and promotions, this guide is filled with creative ideas that will bring more customers to your shop. Want to access the full calendar of posts and strategies? Download our Ultimate Social Media Guide for Ice Cream Shops for FREE and start growing your brand today!
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September 1 - New Flavor Announcement
- Post Idea: Announce the introduction of a new seasonal fall-inspired flavor.
- Sample Caption: "Say hello to September with our new Pumpkin Spice Swirl! 🍂 A scoop of fall in every bite. Come try it today! #PumpkinSpiceSeason #FallFlavors #IceCreamDream"
- Sample Hashtags: #PumpkinSpice #FallTreats #IceCreamShop #SeptemberFlavors #AutumnVibes
September 2 - Behind the Scenes: Ice Cream Production
- Post Idea: Show how your ice cream is made, featuring a quick video of your production team.
- Sample Caption: "Ever wonder how your favorite scoops are made? Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes of our creamy creations! 🍦✨ #BehindTheScenes #IceCreamMagic #FreshAndDelicious"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamMaking #DayInTheLife #BehindTheScenes #IceCreamLovers #SweetLife
September 3 - Flavor of the Day Highlight
- Post Idea: Showcase a specific flavor and why it's perfect for early fall.
- Sample Caption: "Today's feature: Caramel Apple Crunch! 🍏🍬 The perfect balance of sweet and tart, just like biting into a caramel-coated apple at the fair. 🎡 #CaramelAppleDream #FallFlavors #IceCreamPerfection"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamFlavors #SeasonalTreats #FlavorOfTheDay #FallSweets #CaramelApple
September 4 - Labor Day Special
- Post Idea: Promote a Labor Day discount or offer.
- Sample Caption: "Happy Labor Day! Celebrate the holiday with a BOGO scoop special all day long. 🍨👨👩👧👦 Bring the family, grab a scoop (or two), and enjoy the long weekend! #LaborDayTreats #BOGOIceCream #FamilyFun #IceCreamParty"
- Sample Hashtags: #LaborDaySpecial #IceCreamDeals #HolidayWeekend #FamilyTreats #EnjoyTheWeekend
September 5 - Customer Review Highlight
- Post Idea: Share a positive review from a satisfied customer, adding a photo of them enjoying their ice cream.
- Sample Caption: "We love hearing from our customers! 😋 Thanks, @username, for the sweet review: ‘Best ice cream in town! Can’t get enough of the Cookie Dough Explosion!’ 🍪🍦 #CustomerLove #HappyCustomer #ThankYou"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamFans #BestInTown #CustomerReview #SweetFeedback #LoveOurCustomers
September 6 - Trivia Tuesday
- Post Idea: Engage followers with ice cream trivia (e.g., the history of a popular flavor).
- Sample Caption: "Did you know that vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor worldwide? 🍨 But we’re curious... what’s your go-to flavor? Let us know in the comments! #TriviaTuesday #IceCreamFacts #VanillaLove"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamTrivia #FunFacts #FlavorFavorites #TriviaFun #IceCreamEnthusiast
September 7 - Throwback Thursday
- Post Idea: Share a nostalgic post about the shop’s history or a popular flavor from the past.
- Sample Caption: "Throwing it back to the first day we opened our doors in 2015! 🎉 Do you remember what our first flavor was? Hint: it’s a classic! #TBT #ThrowbackThursday #IceCreamHistory"
- Sample Hashtags: #Throwback #IceCreamJourney #TBTMemories #ShopLocal #OGFlavors
September 8 - Employee Spotlight
- Post Idea: Feature one of your team members, sharing a bit about their role and favorite flavor.
- Sample Caption: "Meet Sarah, our master of mix-ins! 🍫🍓 She’s been serving scoops for 3 years and her favorite flavor? Cookies ‘n’ Cream, of course! What’s yours? #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamIceCream #BehindTheCounter"
- Sample Hashtags: #MeetTheTeam #IceCreamFamily #EmployeeLove #CookiesNCream #TeamFavorites
September 9 - Weekend Flavor Pairing
- Post Idea: Suggest a creative flavor pairing for the weekend (e.g., chocolate and strawberry).
- Sample Caption: "Weekend vibes are calling for a double scoop! 🍫🍓 We’re loving the classic combo of Chocolate Fudge and Strawberry Swirl. What’s your favorite duo? #WeekendTreats #FlavorPairing #IceCreamLovers"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamCombinations #FlavorDuos #WeekendVibes #ScoopsOnScoops #ChocolateAndStrawberry
September 10 - Customer Contest Announcement
- Post Idea: Launch a contest where customers share photos enjoying your ice cream.
- Sample Caption: "CONTEST ALERT! 📸🍦 Show us your best ice cream selfie for a chance to win a free pint! Tag us and use #ScoopSelfie to enter. Winner announced next week! #ContestTime #IceCreamFun #FreeIceCream"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamContest #ScoopSelfie #FreeTreats #ContestGiveaway #IceCreamLovers
September 11 - Fall Topping Suggestions
- Post Idea: Suggest fun fall toppings for ice cream (e.g., caramel drizzle, cinnamon sprinkles).
- Sample Caption: "Fall in love with your toppings! 🍂🍨 We’re adding caramel drizzle and cinnamon sprinkles for the perfect fall twist on your favorite flavors. What’s your favorite topping? #ToppingsTuesday #FallFlavors #IceCreamExtras"
- Sample Hashtags: #FallToppings #IceCreamCreations #SeasonalSweets #CinnamonAndCaramel #TastyToppings
September 12 - Day in the Life of an Ice Cream Maker
- Post Idea: Post a video of a typical day for an ice cream maker in your shop.
- Sample Caption: "A day in the life of an ice cream maker! 🍦👩🍳 From mixing to freezing, see how we create the deliciousness you love. #DayInTheLife #IceCreamMaking #BehindTheScenes"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamMaker #BehindTheScenes #CraftedWithLove #FromScratch #SweetWork
September 13 - Midweek Pick-Me-Up
- Post Idea: Offer a midweek special to attract more customers.
- Sample Caption: "Feeling that midweek slump? 😴 We’ve got just the pick-me-up! Buy any ice cream cone and get 50% off the second one today only! 🍦 #MidweekPickMeUp #TreatYourself #IceCreamDeal"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamSpecial #MidweekBoost #BOGOIceCream #WednesdayVibes #TreatYourself
September 14 - Throwback to Summer
- Post Idea: Post about a favorite summer memory, and mention flavors that remind people of summer.
- Sample Caption: "Who else is missing those summer beach days? 🏖☀️ Our Tropical Mango Sorbet is a taste of summer in every bite. #ThrowbackThursday #SummerMemories #TropicalVibes"
- Sample Hashtags: #SummerThrowback #TropicalFlavors #MangoLovers #IceCreamNostalgia #TasteOfSummer
September 15 - Ice Cream Fun Facts
- Post Idea: Share a fun fact about ice cream (e.g., which country consumes the most).
- Sample Caption: "Did you know the United States eats more ice cream than any other country? 🍦🇺🇸 Which flavor are you helping us lead the way with? #FunFactFriday #IceCreamLovers #IceCreamTrivia"
- Sample Hashtags: #FunFacts #IceCreamNation #TriviaFriday #SweetTooth #AmericanFlavors
September 16 - Weekend Plans Poll
- Post Idea: Run a poll asking what customers’ weekend plans are and how ice cream fits in.
- Sample Caption: "Weekend plans? 🍦 Are you scooping with us? Vote in our poll and let us know your favorite Saturday treat! #WeekendPoll #IceCreamVibes #SaturdayScoops"
- Sample Hashtags: #WeekendPlans #PollTime #IceCreamFun #ScoopSaturday #WeekendVibes
September 17 - Sundae Sunday
- Post Idea: Share a creative sundae recipe using your flavors.
- Sample Caption: "Sundae Sunday is back! 🍒🍨 Try our Banana Split Sundae loaded with vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry scoops. How do you build your sundae? #SundaeSunday #CreateYourOwn #IceCreamCreation"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamSundae #BananaSplit #SundaeLovers #SundayTreat #IceCreamRecipe
September 18 - Happy National Cheeseburger Day (Ice Cream Twist)
- Post Idea: Post a playful tribute to National Cheeseburger Day with an ice cream twist.
- Sample Caption: "Happy National Cheeseburger Day! 🍔🍦 What’s better than a cheeseburger? Cheeseburger ice cream (ok, maybe not!)! But grab a scoop after your burger tonight! #NationalCheeseburgerDay #IceCreamAfterBurgers #FunWithFlavors"
- Sample Hashtags: #CheeseburgerDay #IceCreamAndBurgers #FunPosts #IceCreamLove #AfterDinnerTreat
September 19 - Testimonial Tuesday
- Post Idea: Share another testimonial or review from a happy customer.
- Sample Caption: "‘The perfect scoop every time!’ Thanks, @username, for your kind words! ❤️ We love scooping happiness to our customers every day. #TestimonialTuesday #CustomerLove #ThanksForTheLove"
- Sample Hashtags: #HappyCustomers #IceCreamFeedback #LoyalFans #IceCreamJoy #ScoopLife
September 20 - Seasonal Flavor Spotlight
- Post Idea: Highlight a seasonal flavor that will only be available for a limited time.
- Sample Caption: "Our Salted Caramel Pecan is only here for a short time! 🥜🍦 Get your scoop of this fall favorite before it’s gone! #SeasonalFlavor #LimitedTimeOnly #FallFavorites"
- Sample Hashtags: #FallFlavors #SaltedCaramelPecan #IceCreamOfTheSeason #LimitedEdition #AutumnScoop
September 21 - Ice Cream Quiz
- Post Idea: Create a fun quiz to help customers find their perfect flavor.
- Sample Caption: "What’s your perfect ice cream flavor? Take our quiz in stories and find out if you’re more of a Rocky Road or Mint Chocolate Chip! 🍦🍫 #FlavorQuiz #FindYourFlavor #IceCreamQuiz"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamQuiz #FunWithFlavors #QuizTime #PerfectFlavor #IceCreamPersonality
September 22 - First Day of Fall
- Post Idea: Celebrate the first day of fall with a post about your fall flavors.
- Sample Caption: "Fall is officially here! 🍂 Celebrate with our autumn favorites like Pumpkin Spice Swirl and Apple Cinnamon Crumble. What’s your fall go-to? #FirstDayOfFall #FallFlavors #AutumnTreats"
- Sample Hashtags: #HelloAutumn #FallDesserts #SeasonalSweets #IceCreamFlavors #AutumnScoops
September 23 - Ice Cream + Coffee Collaboration
- Post Idea: Collaborate with a local coffee shop to feature an ice cream and coffee pairing.
- Sample Caption: "Ice cream and coffee? Yes, please! ☕🍦 We’ve partnered with @coffeeshop to bring you the perfect affogato: espresso poured over our vanilla bean ice cream. #Collaboration #CoffeeAndIceCream #PerfectPair"
- Sample Hashtags: #Affogato #CoffeeCollaboration #IceCreamAndCoffee #LocalPartnership #SweetAndCaffeinated
September 24 - Selfie Sunday
- Post Idea: Encourage customers to take selfies with their ice cream.
- Sample Caption: "It’s Selfie Sunday! 🤳🍦 Show us your ice cream selfie and tag us for a chance to be featured. #SelfieSunday #IceCreamSelfie #SayCheese"
- Sample Hashtags: #SelfieTime #FeatureMe #IceCreamFun #SundayFunday #SweetSelfies
September 25 - Monday Motivation
- Post Idea: Post a motivational quote or message for the start of the week.
- Sample Caption: "You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy ice cream (and that’s kind of the same thing). 🍦 Here’s to a sweet week ahead! #MondayMotivation #IceCreamInspo #StartYourWeekRight"
- Sample Hashtags: #MotivationalMonday #IceCreamQuote #HappyMonday #SweetStart #PositiveVibes
September 26 - Fall Tasting Event Announcement
- Post Idea: Announce an upcoming fall-themed ice cream tasting event.
- Sample Caption: "Fall Tasting Event coming this Saturday! 🍂🍦 Join us for an exclusive sampling of our fall flavors. RSVP now to secure your spot! #FallTasting #RSVPNow #AutumnIceCream"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamEvent #FallTasting #RSVPEvent #SeasonalFlavors #IceCreamLoversUnite
September 27 - National Chocolate Milk Day
- Post Idea: Offer a chocolate milk-inspired ice cream creation for National Chocolate Milk Day.
- Sample Caption: "Happy National Chocolate Milk Day! 🥛🍫 Celebrate with our Chocolate Milkshake Deluxe—an indulgent twist on a classic. #ChocolateMilkDay #MilkshakeLove #IceCreamAndMilk"
- Sample Hashtags: #ChocolateMilk #ChocolateLovers #NationalDay #IceCreamSpecial #MilkshakeMadness
September 28 - Seasonal Recipe Inspiration
- Post Idea: Share a fall recipe incorporating your ice cream (e.g., pumpkin pie à la mode).
- Sample Caption: "Pumpkin Pie à la mode, anyone? 🥧🍨 Top your favorite fall dessert with a scoop of our Pumpkin Spice Swirl for the perfect pairing! #SeasonalRecipes #PumpkinPieLove #IceCreamInspiration"
- Sample Hashtags: #FallDesserts #PumpkinEverything #IceCreamRecipes #FallBaking #PumpkinSpiceSwirl
September 29 - Free Cone Friday
- Post Idea: Offer a Free Cone Friday promotion to draw customers in.
- Sample Caption: "It’s Free Cone Friday! 🍦 Buy one scoop, get a free cone all day long! Don’t miss out! #FreeConeFriday #TGIF #IceCreamDeals"
- Sample Hashtags: #IceCreamSpecial #BOGOScoop #FridayTreats #IceCreamFun #FreeCone
September 30 - End of Month Wrap-Up
- Post Idea: Post a highlight reel of the best moments and flavors from the month.
- Sample Caption: "What a sweet September! 🍂 From new flavors to fun events, thanks for making this month unforgettable. Stay tuned for more in October! #MonthInReview #SweetSeptember #ThankYou"
- Sample Hashtags: #SeptemberHighlights #MonthWrapUp #BestOfSeptember #IceCreamLove #SweetMemories