Andy’s Frozen Custard® Turns 40 — And Hits the Road with the ‘Sweet Since ’86: Andy’s Frozen Custard® 40th Anniversary Tour’

Anniversary celebration

May 05, 2025 // Franchising.com // Springfield, MO — In 2026, Andy’s Frozen Custard® is celebrating 40 delicious years and the party is just getting started. The frozen custard and treat shop is rolling out a high-energy birthday bash called the “Sweet Since ’86: Andy’s Frozen Custard® 40th Anniversary Tour,” a year-long event series that will bring the joy of Andy’s™.

Launching in early 2026 and culminating in Texas at the Andy’s Frozen Custard 300 NASCAR Race, the tour will visit all store locations. Each stop will offer a festive community celebration featuring:

• The Sweetest Trophy from the Andy’s 300 making special appearances

• Exclusive, 40th Anniversary deals, such as $4 small, one-topping concretes

• Games, giveaways, and surprises, including a chance to win the ultimate motorsports weekend and free Andy’s for a year!

• Photo ops with a giant inflatable Hugh and The Sweetest Trophy

• Meet-and-greet moments with NASCAR driver Cole Custer and/or Andy himself at select locations

• Andy’s Golden Spoons: In each market, 40 lucky individuals will be selected to receive a coveted "Golden Spoon,” a sweet token of appreciation that comes with a free treat of their choice and a fun keepsake to remember the moment.

“This tour is our way of saying thank you to our #FANdys — the families, motorsports fans, and loyal custard lovers who’ve been part of our story for four decades,” said Andy Kuntz, CEO of Andy’s Frozen Custard. “We’re bringing the party to every corner of the country and celebrating the sweetest moments, one scoop at a time.”

Racing legacy

A Legacy of Racing and Custard

For more than 30 years, Andy’s has been a proud supporter of motorsports. The brand’s deep connection with NASCAR and Texas Motor Speedway will be front and center during the tour. Fans can enter to win the Andy’s 300 Grand Prize Experience — including race tickets, travel, and lodging — with entries collected at every stop.

Track the “Sweet Since ’86: Andy’s Frozen Custard® 40th Anniversary Tour” through an interactive map, behind-the-scenes content, and live event updates across Andy’s digital and social platforms.