Ziggy's Ice Cream in Grand Blanc Reopens for 2026 Season

The beloved ice cream shop will welcome back customers starting April 17, 2026.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 9:11pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring a single iconic ice cream cone repeated in a grid pattern, capturing the celebratory mood of Ziggy's Ice Cream's highly anticipated reopening.The vibrant reopening of Ziggy's Ice Cream will bring a sweet burst of community spirit and nostalgia to Grand Blanc.Fenton Today

Ziggy's Ice Cream Shop in Grand Blanc, Michigan is reopening for the 2026 season, much to the delight of local residents. The shop had previously announced it would not be opening in 2026, but surprised fans by revealing it will in fact open its doors on April 17, 2026.

Why it matters

Ziggy's Ice Cream has been a beloved community staple in Grand Blanc for years, known for its delicious homemade ice cream and friendly atmosphere. The shop's reopening is an exciting development that will bring joy to locals and draw visitors to the area.

The details

After announcing in September 2025 that Ziggy's would not be opening for the 2026 season, the shop reversed course and revealed it will in fact open on April 17, 2026. Ziggy's is currently located at 11304 South Saginaw Street in Grand Blanc, but will eventually have a new home in the upcoming LaPiazza mixed-use development project.

  • Ziggy's Ice Cream announced in September 2025 that it would not open for the 2026 season.
  • In March 2026, rumors began circulating on social media that Ziggy's would in fact reopen.
  • Ziggy's officially announced on April 16, 2026 that it will open for the 2026 season on April 17, 2026.

The players

Ziggy's Ice Cream Shop

A beloved ice cream shop located in Grand Blanc, Michigan that is known for its homemade ice cream and community atmosphere.

LaPiazza

A mixed-use development project in Grand Blanc that is expected to include both residential units and retail space, including a future location for Ziggy's Ice Cream.

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What’s next

Ziggy's Ice Cream will open its doors at the current South Saginaw Street location on April 17, 2026, kicking off the 2026 season. The shop will eventually move to a new home within the LaPiazza development project, which is expected to break ground in September.

The takeaway

The reopening of Ziggy's Ice Cream is a heartwarming story of a community rallying around a beloved local business. It demonstrates the enduring appeal of small, independent shops that prioritize quality, community, and tradition in an era of increasing corporate homogenization.