Summary
Hundreds of people gathered in single-digit temperatures to celebrate the 76th annual opening day of the Moorhead Dairy Queen in Minnesota. This local ice cream shop is known for continuing traditional practices and unique menu items, signifying the start of spring for locals despite the cold weather.
Key Facts
- The Moorhead Dairy Queen opened on March 1, marking its 76th annual opening day event.
- About 1,200 customers visit on the first day each year, regardless of cold temperatures.
- The shop, opened in 1949, operates without modern technology like apps or kiosks.
- It is known for creating the original Dilly Bar in 1955 and still hand-makes them today.
- The menu includes unique items not found in other Dairy Queens, such as the Mr. Malty and Curly Shake.
- Owners Troy and Diane DeLeon have run the store since 1995, maintaining its traditions.
- Customers view the opening as a celebration of spring and community, regardless of weather conditions.
