Lansing Seasonal Ice Cream Shops & When They Close For 2026

We all know the phrase, "You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream!" But pretty soon, Michiganders will be screaming for a different reason: ice cream shops will be closing for the season.

Now, not ALL ice cream shops will be closing. However, the seasonal shops that are walk up only will definitely be closing before it gets too cold out. Because like other states, Michigan actually experiences a real winter.

Lansing Area Seasonal Ice Cream Shops

Now, before all our favorite seasonal ice cream shops close their doors for the winter, you'll probably want to make one more visit.

If you need your ice cream fix before it gets too cold out there, here are the Lansing area ice cream shops that are closing for season, and when they're doing it.

Also keep in mind: not all these shops are closing for the whole season. There are some shops that are staying open through the fall and winter in some capacity.

These Lansing Ice Cream Shops Are Closing for the Season

Don't worry... we've got the scoop on those too.

Arctic Corner in Old Town

Local Lansing area ice cream shops that are closing for the 2026 fall and winter season - Arctic Corner — Photo by Google Maps Streetview

Arctic Corner announced on Facebook that the last day for the season is coming up soon: October 4 is the last day to visit Arctic Corner for 2026.

The Corner Spot in Haslett

Local Lansing area ice cream shops that are closing for the 2026 fall and winter season - The Corner Spot — Photo by Google Maps Streetview

The Corner Spot will not be closing for the whole fall/winter season. In fact, they plan to open until December 13 with lots of seasonal treats along the way. What's different about The Corner Spot is that they also serve pizzas, sandwiches, and other hot food in addition to their ice cream. The Corner Spot will close for about 30 days after December 13 and reopen in the New Year.

Dairy Dan in Lansing

Local Lansing area ice cream shops that are closing for the 2026 fall and winter season - Dairy Dan — Photo by Google Maps Streetview

Dairy Dan on South Cedar will be closing for the season, but as of right now, there are two dates they're deciding between. You can mark your calendar for two possibilities:

Sunday, October 25
Sunday, November 1

Either way, there's still time to stop by Dairy Dan. Keep in mind their fall hours are 1:30 to 9 pm beginning October 4.

Spad's Twisters - Greater Lansing Area

Local Lansing area ice cream shops that are closing for the 2026 fall and winter season - Spad's Twisters — Photo by Google Maps Streetview

Keep in mind that there are a few Spad's Twisters locations, and not all of them will be closing for the season. Here are what locations will be closing and when:

Williamston - Sunday, October 4
St Johns - Sunday, October 18
Waverly Rd - Sunday, November 8

When it comes to ice cream, trust me—I don't play around. To get the accurate scoop, I checked in with each of these businesses personally.

Get Your Last Scoop Before Winter

So, take your Lactaid, and make sure to head to one of your favorite local ice cream shops before they close for the 2026 season.

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