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Johnson’s Real Ice Cream Celebrates Grand Opening of Powell Home Road Location with Free Scoops and Giveaways

POWELL, Ohio (February 19, 2025) – Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location at 4290 Home Road in Powell on Thursday, March 6. This marks the first of three store openings planned as part of the company’s 75th anniversary celebration this year.

To commemorate the occasion, doors will open to the public at 6 p.m., and Johnson’s Real Ice Cream will offer free single scoops to guests at the Powell location from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each guest can enjoy a complimentary scoop of their favorite flavor. Additionally, the first 50 customers will receive a free limited-edition 75th anniversary t-shirt. Throughout the evening, attendees can also look forward to surprise giveaways.

“We’re thrilled to open the first of our two Powell locations and bring Johnson’s Real Ice Cream to even more families in the central Ohio area,” said Matt Wilcoxon, president of Johnson’s Real Ice Cream. “As we celebrate 75 years of making our family recipe ice creams, this expansion allows us to continue our tradition of serving up delicious treats and creating sweet memories for generations to come.”

Following the Powell, Home Road opening, two additional Johnson’s Real Ice Cream locations will open later this spring. The Powell Liberty Street location, at 50 S. Liberty St., Powell, Ohio 43065, is set to open in April, while the Pickerington shop, at 192 Hill Rd. N., Pickerington, Ohio 43147, will open in May.

75th Anniversary Celebration Activities Throughout 2025

To celebrate 75 years of Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, the company has planned a series of exciting events and promotions throughout the year at all Johnson’s Real Ice Cream locations:

• Throwback Flavors: Fans can enjoy customer favorites and classic flavors from the past, returning for a limited time and while supplies last. (Flavors subject to change):
  
  • March: Mint Cookies and Cream, Black Cherry
  • April: Strawberry Chip
  • May–July: Orange Pineapple, Banana Cream Pie
  • June–July: Key Lime Pie
  • July–September: Green Apple Sorbet, PB&J
  • September–October: Pistachio Almond
  • November–December: Chocolate Almond, Pink Peppermint

• The Johnson’s Memories Project – 75 Years of Sweet Stories: We want to hear your Johnson’s story! Whether it’s a childhood tradition, a favorite flavor, or a new memory, share your sweet moments with us. Memories will be featured on social media and compiled into a special keepsake for our archives. Guests can participate in stores starting Saturday, March 15, 2025, or submit their memories online starting Monday, March 10 at johnsonsrealicecream.com.

• Pups on the Patio: From May to August, join us on the first Tuesday of each month at select locations with designated outdoor patios where your furry friends can enjoy a free Pup Cup with any purchase. (Participating location TBA.)

• Johnson’s Ice Cream Sundae Trail: Kicking off in July for National Ice Cream Month, each of our nine central Ohio locations will feature a special sundae. Starting Tuesday, July 1, pick up a card at any Johnson’s Real Ice Cream store or download it online at johnsonsrealicecream.com. Visit all nine locations to try each sundae.  Complete the trail to earn free ice cream!

• 75th Anniversary Bash: The celebration will culminate with a special event at the original Bexley shop on September 6 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Join us for a day filled with fun, live entertainment, exclusive treats, and more!
  

For more information and updates on all anniversary events and activities, visit johnsonsrealicecream.com and follow @johnsonsrealicecream on Instagram and Facebook.

Johnson’s Real Ice Cream Locations:

Bexley (The Original Shop) 2728 E. Main St.Bexley, Ohio 43209	Canal Winchester 20 S. High St.Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110	Dublin 55 W. Bridge St.Dublin, Ohio 43017
Grandview 1325 Grandview Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43212	Italian Village 869 N. Fourth St.Columbus, Ohio 43201	New Albany 160 W. Main St.New Albany, Ohio 43054
Opening March 6, 2025 Powell, Home Rd.4290 Home Rd.Powell, Ohio 43065	Opening April 2025 Powell, Liberty St.50 S. Liberty St.Powell, Ohio 43065	Opening May 2025 Pickerington192 Hill Rd. N.Pickerington, Ohio 43147

About Johnson’s Real Ice Cream:
Founded in 1950, Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is a fourth-generation, family-owned business dedicated to making premium ice cream with a focus on using the highest quality fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. With a deep commitment to community, Johnson’s has been a cherished spot for families and friends to gather for over seven decades. For more information, visit johnsonsrealicecream.com or follow @johnsonsrealicecream on Instagram and Facebook.

Media Contact: Sheila Rossiter