It's Pie Season + Buy Our Gift Cards

It’s Pie Season at Serendipity

Order Pie a la Mode… We have fresh baked apple pie every weekend on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Get a slice with a big scoop of your favorite ice cream for $9.50. Don’t forget a cup of hot coffee!

Our Ice Cream Pie… Why settle for a plain old pie when you can order a Serendipity Ice Cream pie? We are taking holiday orders for Thanksgiving now (and for Chanukah and Christmas too). Call: 314-833-3800

Regular Ice Cream Pie is $25 and you can take it to the next level with a Bird’s Nest Ice Cream Pie that includes two flavors for $30. Your holidays just got more fun, and way more delicious! Call: 314-833-3800

‘Tis the “Season of Thanks!” Pick up
Gift Cards from our Ice Cream Shop

Who do you need to thank? Remember: Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream Gift Cards make it easy. So stop by our Ice Cream Shop! We are located at 4400 Manchester in The Grove.

Don’t forget our Pint of the Month cards! Do you know someone who loves ice cream? Our $95 pint of the month card = 1 pint per month for 12 months (12 pints for the price of 10 pints).

3 weeks until Thanksgiving. We have lots to be thankful for: customers, employees, vendors, and everyone who supports us. Thank you! (Note: Serendipity will be closed on Thanksgiving.)

Spooky Sprinkles, Trick or Treat, and Let’s Go Blues!

Spooky Sprinkles: Free with a Joke

Spooky Sprinkles have returned. Ask for them on top of your scoop of ice cream the next time you visit us! Plus, Spooky Sprinkles are FREE with a joke Tuesday, Oct. 29th thru Thursday, Oct. 31st.

Trick or Treat in The Grove! Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream is one of the participating businesses when The Grove hosts family-friendly fun. Note: We plan to CLOSE at 6 pm on Halloween.

“Let’s Go Blues!” Ice Cream

Hockey is back, and “Let’s Go Blues!” Ice Cream is in the dip case. It is Blue Moon Ice Cream with a marshmallow stripe and yellow sprinkles. Grab a scoop, make a sundae, or create a Dipity Dough!

Don’t forget our fall flavors: Cinnamon, Caramel Apple Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, S’mores, and our super spooky Cookies n Scream. We’re hoping to see you soon at our ice cream shop in The Grove!

Celebrate Oktoberfest in The Grove… Try our Black Forest Dipity Dough!

Celebrate Oktoberfest in The Grove…
Friday, Oct. 11th + Saturday, Oct. 12th

Urban Chestnut is celebrating Oktoberfest this Friday *and* Saturday in The Grove. Make sure you stop in and see us here at Serendipity!

From Noon to 11:30 pm*, it will be two days of live music, Stein Holding Competitions, a silent disco, axe throwing, craft vendors, more!

This is an indoor/outdoor event. No tickets required. All ages welcome. Pets welcome at Oktoberfest and on Serendipity’s Pooch Patio.

*Note: Serendipity open from Noon to 10 pm. There is still time to get out your best Dirndl and Lederhosen. We can’t wait to see you!

Try our Black Forest Dipity Dough!
It’s only available for a limited time

Try our Black Forest Dipity Dough! Special Chocolate Cherry Cookies hold a scoop of Bordeaux Cherry Ice Cream. Includes marshmallow topping!

Try our Black Forest Sundae! Bordeaux Cherry Ice Cream with chocolate syrup and marshmallow topping. Includes whipped cream and cherry!

Finally, don’t forget our Cherry Brown Cow Float made with Black Cherry Soda from Fitz’s and a scoop of Chocolate Ice Cream.

Or even better, make it a Cherry Holy Cow Float. Made the same as a the above, with a shot of Four Roses Bourbon!

GroveFest is on Saturday. Look for Serendipity!

GroveFest is on Saturday, Oct 5th
3 pm to 11 pm here in The Grove*

GroveFest is more than just a festival — it's a vibrant annual community celebration that highlights the unique spirit of the Forest Park Southeast neighborhood, affectionately known as “The Grove.”

For 18 years, GroveFest transforms Manchester Avenue into a lively, bustling venue, bringing together local businesses and residents for this one-day extravaganza offering something for everyone.

GroveFest hosts 130+ vendors and provides music and entertainment. It is kid-friendly until 6 pm. There is a kids zone from 3 pm to 6 pm with activities for kids. There is also a small dog park near the kidszone.

*Note: Serendipity's Ice Cream Shop is open from Noon to 10 pm.

Look for Serendipity at GroveFest!
We’re an “Alcohol & Food Vendor”

Here is our menu. Whiles supplies last!

• Serendipity Dipstix
• Vanilla Bon Pop
• Root Beer
• Root Beer Float
• Chocolate Stout
• Chocolate Stout Float
• Brownie
• Cookie
• Spiced Apple Cider with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum

“We are so excited to have a booth at this year’s GroveFest. We hope you will stop by and visit us on Saturday!”

— Beckie Jacobs, Owner, Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream

Cinnamon Maple Toffee Ice Cream Collab + Ice Cream Cone Day

Cinnamon Maple Toffee Ice Cream Collab
(with Belle Toffee and StilL 630 Distillery)

Cinnamon Maple Toffee Ice Cream is now in the dip case and available at Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream in The Grove.

We were inspired by Belle Toffee and StilL 630 Distillery's local (Missouri) collaboration for their “Bourbon Pecan Toffee.”

Note: Yes, we have a limited number of bags of Bourbon Pecan Toffee for sale. Grab a scoop and buy a bag to take home!

Ice Cream Cone Day: Sunday, Sept 22
DYK the ice cream cone was popularied at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, and it became Missouri's official dessert in August 2008?

Celebrate with us, and get a FREE Waffle Cone upgrade with purchase of a regular scoop (or bigger) on Sunday, September 22.

Save the Date: Grovefest & Oktoberfest
Get ready for back-to-back parties in early October! Grovefest will be on October 5th and Oktoberfest is October 11th and 12th.

More information about each event and how you can celebrate with us coming soon. Until then, stop in our ice cream shop!

Fall Ice Creams + Some National Days of Note

Fall Ice Creams!
We are ready for cooler weather with Serendipity’s Fall Ice Creams:

S’mores
Toasted marshmallow ice cream with fudge swirl & graham crunchies

Caramel Apple Pie
Cinnamon apple ice cream with caramel swirl & graham crunchies

Pumpkin Cheesecake
Love pumpkin? Love cheesecake? Then this ice cream is for you!

Coffee Ice Cream Day: Friday, Sept 6
If you have not tried Mommy’s Little Helper, it’s espresso ice cream with dark chocolate chips and a hint of bourbon. A customer fave!

Have yet to try an Affogato? A double shot of espresso on your choice of delicious Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream. So good!

Chocolate Milkshake Day: Thursday, Sept 12
Has it been a while since you have ordered a chocolate shake from our shop in The Grove? This is the excuse you’ve been waiting for!

If you are not a chocolate shake person, then we have lots of flavors in the dip case to choose from. Find a new (or old) favorite!

Ice Cream Cone Day: Sunday, Sept 22
DYK the ice cream cone was popularied at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, and it became Missouri's official dessert in August 2008?

Celebrate with us, and get a FREE Waffle Cone upgrade with purchase of a regular scoop (or bigger) on Sunday, September 22.

This Sunday: Ice Cream Day + Our Anniversary Celebration

This Sunday, July 21st

We are celebrating National Ice Cream Day! Everyone will be screaming for ice cream, which also happens to be Serendipity's 21st anniversary.

Noon to 9 pm, Serendipity will be scooping ice cream, serving novelties, creating Dipity Doughs, and mixing up malts, shakes & Spirited Shakes.

Our extravaganza includes

• Hourly specials throughout the day
• Balloon Twister: Silly Jilly - 5 to 7 pm
• DJ Spinning Music: Red I - 6 to 9 pm
• Enamel Pin Giveaway: one with any purchase*
• Koozie Giveaway: one with any pint purchase*

*Only available while supplies last. Show up early to grab an enamel pin and koozie! When they’re gone, they’re gone. Thanks for understanding!

Quick message from Beckie

“I'm so grateful for all of the love and loyalty that I've received over the past 2+ decades. It's going to be a delicious and delightful day, and I'm looking forward to seeing your smiling faces!”

Beckie Jacobs, Owner, Serendipity Ice Cream
Watch Facebook Reel | Watch Instagram Reel

Don’t forget to mark “going” or “interested” at the Facebook event page!

Christmas in July + Booking Signing

Christmas in July
We can’t wait 24 more weeks until Christmas gets here, so in honor of National Ice Cream Month, which includes our 21st anniversary, we’ve decided to bring back (through Sunday, July 14th) the following:

• Peppermint Ice Cream
• Christmas Sprinkle Waffle Cones
• 25% off Pints of Peppermint and Cinnamon
• Buy a Gift Card for $20 or more, get a Free Scoop

We’ll even have some Christmas decor up in the shop!

Booking Signing + Free Scoop
On Saturday, July 13th, 1-4 pm, meet local writer (and trivia afficionado) Dan Dillon, and view his book, The Ultimate St. Louis Trivia Quiz! It will challenge what you know - and don’t know - about St. Louis.

Dan Dillon will be here signing his new book, which will be on sale that day for $24.95. As a special bonus, all who purchase a signed book will receive a complimentary “small” (kids) scoop of ice cream.

Save the Date: Ice Cream Day
On Sunday, July 21st, we will be scooping up your favorite ice creams, serving novelties, creating Dipity Doughs, and mixing up shakes, malts, and Spirited Shakes. Doors open at noon!

The all day long extravaganza includes: specials, balloon twister, enamel pin giveaway (1 pin per person with purchase), a koozie giveaway (with a pint purchase), a DJ, and so much more.

Stay tuned for more info on Facebook and Instagram!

Yankee Doodle Dandy + Peach Bum + July 4th

Yankee Doodle Dandy Ice Cream
Our Independence Day July 4th flavor is available now. Yankee Doodle Dandy is white chocolate with a blueberry and raspberry stripe. Red... White... Blue... It's waiting for you! Stop in the shop!

Peach Bum Spirited Shake
Our new Peach Bum Spirited Shake! The perfect summer treat is made with peach ice cream, Four Roses Bourbon (Beckie's favorite), and Big O Ginger Liqueur (a local favorite). You gotta try it!

Closed Thursday, July 4th
We are going to close on Independence Day so our fabulous staff can enjoy the holiday with family and friends.

Thank You Thank You Thank You
Last week, we survived a break in on Monday, and a power outage on Tuesday. Thank you for spreading the love and offering kind words of encouragment and support on social media. It meant a lot.

We had to board up our broken front door, but we “took a lemon and make lemonade” thanks to the efforts of staff member Olivia Fleming. She did an incredible job. Stop by and check it out!

Save the Date: Ice Cream Day
On Sunday, July 21st, we will be scooping up your favorite ice creams, serving novelties, creating Dipity Doughs, and mixing up shakes, malts, and Spirited Shakes. Doors open at noon!

The all day long extravaganza includes: specials, balloon twister, enamel pin giveaway (1 pin per person with purchase), a koozie giveaway (with a pint purchase), a DJ, and more.

Stay tuned for more info on Facebook and Instagram!

Our Pride Sundae + Father's Day Floats + Upcoming June Events

Our Pride Sundae: All of June
It is always a good day for a Pride Sundae. Choose 1 flavor of ice cream and 1 topping or syrup! Then, we will top the whole thing with whipped cream, FREE rainbow sprinkles, and a cherry.

Dining Out For Life: June 13th
This Thursday: Order from us and 25% of sales will go to Vivent Health (includes Pints & Spirited Shakes). And, $1 from every Pride Sundae sold Thursday will get donated. Click to learn more

Father’s Day: June 16th
Stop in Sunday! Every Root Beer Float (made with Fitz’s) and Beer Float (made with 4 Hands Chocolate Milk Stout) purchase will include a FREE Kids Scoop. Note: 1 kid per float; kid must be present.

ZOOFARI: June 21st
A party with a purpose... Funds raised support the Zoo... Next Friday, look for Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream among the local restaurants and vendors as our “Humboldt Penguin” inspired treats make their debut! Learn more & buy tix

Saucy Soiree: June 23rd
Serendipity will be at St. Louis Union Station Hotel for Sauce Magazine's Saucy Soiree! We’ll be there alongside 25+ restaurants representing the best in St. Louis dining! The event will benefit St. Louis Area Foodbank. Learn more & buy tix

StilL 630 Day: June 29th
Join us on the last Saturday in June! It is StilL 630’s annual party and we will be there with the Fire & Ice Cream Truck. You have to try the special “Brewery Collab Whiskey” ice cream we’ll be making just for this event! Learn more & buy tix

BOGO MILKshakes + Extended Weekend Hours

BOGO MILKshakes on Harvey Milk Day

Harvey Milk Day is celebrated on May 22nd in memory of Harvey Milk, a prominent gay rights activist who was assassinated in 1978. Stop by our ice cream shop this Wednesday, May 22nd, and “toast” the memory of Harvey Milk with a BOGO MILKshake all day long!

DYK: Harvey Milk ran for office 3 times before becoming the first openly gay person elected to California public office, where he served as a city supervisor? Harvey Milk Day came about as a day to remember his work to stop discrimination against the LGBTQIA+ community.

Extended Weekend Hours...

Good news! Our ice cream shop is now open until 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. An extra hour of fun in The Grove! The shop is open until 9 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Closed Monday.

Need Wholesale Ice Cream?

Great taste. On demand delivery. And the best darned ice cream. What else do you need? Serendipity is the most sought out ice cream around and now you can serve it up at your restaurant, club, or hotel!

Serendipity’s Wholesale Program

Mommy's Little Helper + Mommy's Little Mudslide

Mother’s Day Ice Creams

A great Mom deserves a great (big) scoop of our delicious homemade ice cream this week. With Mother’s Day this weekend, ‘tis the season for:

Mommy’s Little Helper, which is espresso ice cream with chocolate chips and bourbon. Never tried it? Come get some! If you have, then come back for more. Mom deserves it!

Mommy’s Little Mudslide, which is a Spirited Shake made with Mommy’s Little Helper, Bourbon, Amaretto, and Crème de Cocoa, then topped with whipped cream and a cherry.

Other Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 11th, is National Dog Mom’s Day. Bring your pooch by our ice cream shop in The Grove for a FREE “Pup Cup” in honor of any Dog Mom. You know who you are!

Saturday, May 18th is Armed Forces Day. Reminder that anyone who is active in the Armed Forces gets 10% off for them and their family. Not just this day, but all year long!

Wednesday, May 22nd, is Harvey Milk Day. We will be celebrating his life and legacy with BOGO MILKshakes all this day. Stop by the shop to ”toast” Harvey Milk with a MILKshake!

Where is our Fire & Ice Cream Truck?

Be on the look out for us at Laumeier Art Fair this Friday & Sunday (May 10th & 12th), at Sauce Food Truck Friday (May 17th), and at The National Museum of Transportation’s Pumper & Pistons Car Show (May 18th).

Book the truck: fireandicecreamtruck.com