Each year, we devour around 20 pounds per person, with vanilla, chocolate, and cookies and cream topping the list, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. So it’s no surprise July is officially National Ice Cream Month and this Sunday, July 20, is National Ice Cream Day.

National Ice Cream Day is July 20. Check out these deals, discounts and freebies as well as some of North Jersey's most popular spots.

Both local and chain businesses are offering sweet deals for National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 20. Here's a list of some participating shops.