A claim circulating widely on Facebook and other social media platforms alleges that a “Dairy Queen manager” is offering free hampers to anyone who shares a post and comments “Blizzards,” supposedly to celebrate the company’s 85th anniversary. However, we found this claim to be false and part of a recurring giveaway scam pattern.
Social Media Posts
The viral post typically reads:
“Hello everyone, my name is [name], I’m a manager at Dairy Queen and I’m very pleased to let you all know that everyone who shares & comments ‘Blizzards’ will each receive a free hamper…”
Examples of this claim can be found below
Variations of this post have appeared across multiple pages and groups, using similar wording and engagement tactics, and often include unusual spelling (e.g., “$hares & ¢omments”).
Fact Check
Official Dairy Queen promotion for its 85th anniversary
Dairy Queen did celebrate its 85th anniversary in 2025, but the official promotion was significantly different from the viral claim. According to the company’s official announcement, the promotion consisted of a limited-time 85-cent small Blizzard Treat offer for DQ Rewards members via its mobile app.
Credible media outlets confirm the same details. For example, People magazine reports that the offer ran from March 24 to April 6, 2025, and required a minimum purchase through the app. There is no mention anywhere of a “free hamper” giveaway tied to sharing or commenting on social media.
Dairy Queen promotions typically follow structured rules and controlled distribution methods. For example, the official 85-cent Blizzard deal required users to redeem the offer through the company’s app and included conditions such as one-time use and a minimum purchase. (Source)
This reflects standard promotional practices, where brands provide clear eligibility criteria, redemption methods, and formal terms and conditions. Sweepstakes or giveaways typically also include “official rules,” eligibility requirements, and legal disclaimers, rather than open-ended promises to “everyone who comments.” The viral claim does not include verifiable links, terms and conditions, or any apparent connection to Dairy Queen’s official website or verified social accounts.
We contacted the Dairy Queen team for further clarification. However, we have not received a response as of publication.
Timing inconsistency
Another key issue is timing. According to Dairy Queen’s Newsroom, Dairy Queen’s 85th anniversary campaign took place in 2025, not in the present. Promotions tied to that milestone were explicitly limited-time offers during specific periods in 2025, including March-April and later September campaigns. Therefore, any current post claiming that the 85th anniversary is “coming up” and offering new rewards is misleading.
Red flags of a giveaway scam
The structure of the viral post resembles patterns described in previous reports about misleading giveaway posts. Similar claims about “free Blizzards” have circulated before, and reports have noted that these posts are not affiliated with the company. (Source)
Common warning signs include:
- The use of generic or unverifiable employee identities
- Requests to “share and comment” for universal rewards
- Lack of official links or terms and conditions
- Unrealistic promises (e.g., free items for everyone)
These characteristics strongly indicate that the post is designed to generate engagement and potentially collect user data rather than provide a legitimate promotion.
Conclusion
The claim that Dairy Queen is offering free hampers to anyone who shares and comments “Blizzards” is false. Official sources confirm that the company’s 85th anniversary promotion in 2025 consisted of a limited-time, app-based 85-cent Blizzard offer, not a social media giveaway. The viral post shows multiple indicators of a scam, including engagement-bait instructions, lack of official terms, and no connection to Dairy Queen’s verified channels.
Title: No, Dairy Queen Managers Are Not Giving Free Hampers for Commenting “Blizzards”
Fact Check By: Cielito Wang
Result: False
