Our Holiday Hours, Winter Break, and Happy New Year

Our Holiday Hours (all of this week)
• Open Tuesday from 2 pm to 9 pm
• Closed Wednesday for Christmas Eve
• Closed Thursday for Christmas Day
• Open Friday from 2 pm to 9 pm
• Open Saturday from 12 pm to 9 pm
• Open Sunday from 12 pm to 9 pm

Then Serendipity is on Winter Break
We are closed and on Winter Break after this Sunday — from Monday, December 29th through Monday, January 12th — then we will be back open on Tuesday, January 13th.

Until then, come in for pints, scoops, sundaes, parfaits, malts, shakes, spirited shakes, coffee, tea, and more. Stop in and say “happy holidays” while you are out and about!

Mark Your Calendar: A Peak at 2026
BOGO/Must Go specials will be back January 13th through February 1st, then Ice Cream For Breakfast Day will be on Saturday, February 7th. Plus, we plan to do something special for Valentine’s Day.

Joyful Holiday and Happy New Year
As we get towards the end of 2025, I’m hoping all who celebrate have a joyful holiday. I’m certainly joyful and thankful for all who supported me this year, and I look forward to seeing you in 2026.

Sincerely, Beckie Jacobs, Owner,
Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream

Krampus & Polar Express Ice Cream + Tasty Gift Ideas

Krampusnacht is Dec. 5th

Who’s on the naughty list? Tell the judgmental guy in the red suit to take a hike! Krampus Ice Cream is what you need. Our Cookies ‘n Cream is made with a creepy Christmas red. It will haunt your holiday dreams.

Note: Krampusnacht is always celebrated the night before the Feast of St. Nicholas. It is a night when people dress up as the devil (or Krampus) and parade while chasing "naughty" children through the streets.

St. Nick’s Day is Dec. 6th

We are all for candy in the shoe, but if you have been “nice” this past year, then you deserve a big scoop of Polar Express Ice Cream. Blue moon with a marshmallow stripe. It is now in the dip case. “All aboard!”

Tasty Gift Ideas

Skip the crowds at the big box stores and shop local with Serendipity! Create a custom gift basket or check out these gift options:

• Pint Gift Kit - $17
• Fitz’s Float Kit - $40
• Serendipity Coffee Mug - $10
• Serendipity Short Sleeve Tee - $15
• Serendipity Long Sleeve Tee - $25
• Pint of the Month Card - $95

You can also special order pies, cakes, and bon bons for the holidays:

• Regular Ice Cream Pie - $25
• Bird’s Nest Ice Cream Pie - $30
• Two Layer Ice Cream Cake - $50
• 1 Dozen Holiday Bon Bons - $20

And, when you buy a Serendipity gift card, you get a free instant gift:

• $20 on Gift Cards = Free Scoop of Ice Cream*
• $50 on Gift Cards = Free Pre-Packed Pint of Ice Cream*
• $100 on Gift Cards = Free Pint of the Month Card (first 10 people)*

*Only available at time of purchase. Additional charge for vegan flavors and specialty pints. Pint of the Month Card valued at $114.

Dirty Sodas & Hot Drinks + Small Business Saturday Savings

New! Serendipity Dirty Sodas

Try a Dirty Soda! All are topped with whipped cream. And we offer the option to make them Extra Dirty with a shot. Our signature flavors:

Sour Grape: Grape Soda, Sour Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Vodka to make it Extra Dirty)

Creamsicle: Orange Cream Soda, Vanilla Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Vodka to make it Extra Dirty)

Buttered Beer: Cream Soda, Buttered Rum N/A Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Rum to make it Extra Dirty)

Black Forrest: Black Cherry Soda, Chocolate Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Whiskey to make it Extra Dirty)

Churros: Cream Soda, Chocolate Syrup, Cinnamon Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Whiskey to make it Extra Dirty)

S’mores: Cream Soda, Chocolate Syrup, Toasted Marshmallow Syrup, and Serendipity Cream (add Rum to make it Extra Dirty)

Mexican Coffee: Mexican Coke, Cinnamon Syrup, Shot of Espresso, and Serendipity Cream (add Tequila to make it Extra Dirty)

All Dirty Sodas priced at $6.50. Specialty priced this weekend only (Friday through Sunday) at $5.50. Make it Extra Dirty for only $6 more!

Hot Drinks: Hot Toddy, Irish Coffee

When the weather gets cold, nothing tastes better than a hot cup of tea or coffee from Kaldi’s Coffee. Then “take it up a notch” with...

A Hot Toddy (tea, lemon, honey, and whiskey) or an Irish Coffee (coffee, mini scoop of vanilla, and whiskey topped with whipped cream).

Small Business Saturday Savings

Support small businesses this Saturday! If you are looking to save, then stop by Serendipity for INSTANT AWARDS. Come in and spend:

• $20 on Gift Cards = Free Scoop of Ice Cream*
• $50 on Gift Cards = Free Pre-Packed Pint of Ice Cream*
• $100 on Gift Cards = Free Pint of the Month Card (first 10 people)*

*Only available at time of purchase. Additional charge for vegan flavors and specialty pints. Pint of the Month Card valued at $114.

Note: We also sell Pint of the Month Cards for $95. A great gift. THANKS for thinking of us this time of year! We really appreciate it.

Gift Cards, Holiday Ice Creams + Parfaits

Gift Card Specials Start Now

Who do you need to thank? Serendipity Gift Cards make it easy. Stop by our shop, because starting Friday, November 14th, you will get INSTANT AWARDS! Come in and spend:

• $20 on Gift Cards = Free Scoop of Ice Cream*
• $50 on Gift Cards = Free Pre-Packed Pint of Ice Cream*
• $100 on Gift Cards = Free Pint of the Month Card (first 10 people)*

*Note: Only available at time of purchase. Additional charge for vegan ice cream and specialty pints. Pint of the Month Card valued at $114. We also sell Pint of the Month Cards for $95.

Holiday Ice Creams + Parfaits

Now in the dip case: Peppermint Stick, Buttered Rum, and Belgian Butter Cookie. Our holiday decor is up, the shop is feeling festive, and we want to see your smiling face. Stop in and make merry with us!

Our Peppermint Brownie Parfait includes two layers of our Peppermint Ice Cream, brownie bites, and chocolate syrup topped with whipped cream and peppermint stick sprinkles. It tastes like Christmas!

Our Buttered Rum Cookie Parfait includes two layers of Buttered Rum Ice Cream, cookies bites, and caramel syrup topped with whipped cream and a Belle Toffee Bourbon Pecan Toffee in Gold Chocolate.

Ice Cream Pies & Pints + Holiday Flavors & Parfaits

Serendipity Ice Cream Pies

Add an ice cream pie to your table! 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. Call now: 314-833-3800

Serendipity Ice Cream Pints

Is Grandma making pie? Or do you make or get a pie? There is no better way to top your slice than with a scoop of Serendipity. Pre-Packed Pints are always available in the upright freezer.

Pre-Packed Pints start at $9.50. Hand-Packed Pints are $11.50. Look for a sticker on Pre-Packed Pints and get 25% off! A scoop of our Cinnamon or Vanilla Bean takes any pie to a new level.

Holiday Ice Creams are Back

Now in the dip case: Peppermint Stick, Buttered Rum, and Belgian Butter Cookie. Plus, we still have your fall faves such as Toasted Marshmallow, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Caramel Apple Pie, Cinnamon, and Maple Pecan.

Holiday decorations are up and the shop is feeling festive. Stop in, try a new (or old) ice cream favorite, and make merry with us over the next two months, We want to see your smiling face in The Grove.

Two All New Holiday Parfaits

Our Peppermint Brownie Parfait includes two layers of our Peppermint Ice Cream, brownie bites, and chocolate syrup topped with whipped cream and peppermint stick sprinkles. It tastes like Christmas!

Our Buttered Rum Cookie Parfait includes two layers of Buttered Rum Ice Cream, cookies bites, and caramel syrup topped with whipped cream and a Belle Toffee Bourbon Pecan Toffee in Gold Chocolate.

Spooky Sprinkles, Trick or Treat, and Maple Pecan

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. 28th thru Friday, Oct. 31st.

Oct 31st: Trick or Treat in The Grove
Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream is one of the participating businesses when The Grove hosts some family-friendly fun starting at 4:00 pm. Note: We plan to CLOSE at 5:30 pm on Halloween.

Maple Pecan ice cream is back
This customer favorite has returned. Come get a scoop (or two) of our Maple Pecan ice cream. A delicious fall flavor.

Don’t forget our other fall flavors
Cookies ‘n Scream, Cinnamon, Caramel Apple Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, and Toasted Marshmallow flavors are in the dip case.

Stop by and visit us at the shop!

Our Booth at Grove Fest + Cookies 'n Scream is Back

Grove Fest is Saturday, Oct 4th:
3 pm - 11 pm here in The Grove

Grove Fest 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 20 years, Grove Fest transforms Manchester Avenue into a lively, bustling venue, bringing together local businesses and residents for this one-day extravaganza offering something for everyone.

Look for our booth at Grove Fest!

Includes: Brownie: $4 (2 for $7) • Cookie: $3 (2 for $5) • Scoop of Vanilla or Cinnamon: $6 • Serendipity Dipstix: $8 • Fitz’s Soda & Root Beer: $5 • Fitz’s Soda & Root Beer Float: $9 • Chocolate Stout: $8 • Chocolate Stout Float: $12 • Spiced Rum Punch: $12 • Water: $2

It is officially October, so…
Cookies ‘n Scream is back

This customer favorite has returned. Come try Cookies ‘n Scream! The same as Cookies ‘n Cream, but in a spooky, fun, and festive color.

Don’t forget our fall flavors!

Our Cinnamon, Caramel Apple Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, and Toasted S’mores flavors are in the dip case. Stop in and see us at the shop!

Celebrate Oktoberfest in The Grove Friday and Saturday

Celebrate Oktoberfest in The Grove…
Friday, Sept 26th + Saturday, Sept 27th

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*, enjoy live music, traditional German fare, stein holding contests, German pronunciation games, and a silent disco.

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 Sundae and our…
”Cherry” Brown Cow + Holy Cow Floats

Our Black Forest Sundae is Bordeaux Cherry ice cream with chocolate syrup, marshmallow topping, whipped cream & cherry!

Also, 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. Oompah!

Downton Abbey Ice Cream at Hi-Pointe Theatre & Serendipity

Partnering with Hi-Pointe Theatre
and Show Me The World Project

Serendipity is excited about the new Downton Abbey movie and we have collaborated with Hi-Pointe Theatre and Show Me The World Coffee and Tea to create a couple of treats to celebrate the occasion.

We created Earl Grey Tea ice cream (using Show Me The World Tea) that you can get this weekend at Hi-Pointe Theatre when they screen the first two Downton Abbey films. Try this delicious citrusy tea flavor!

Next Weekend: “The Grand Finale” will
release everywhere. Visit Serendipity!

Scoops of Earl Grey Tea ice cream will be available at our ice cream shop in The Grove starting next Friday, September 12th. Choose a cup or cone! Or create your own sundae, shake, or malt!

We will also be serving two ice cream sandwiches made with our fresh Strawberry ice cream and authentic British biscuits (cookies), our unique twist on Strawberries and Cream.

If you would like to dress up and eat these delicious treats with your pinky in the air. we won’t judge. And as the weather gets colder, we will have a “cuppa” waiting for you.

Fall Ice Creams + S'mores Parfait and Sundae

Fall Ice Creams!
We are ready for cooler weather and Fall Ice Creams. These flavors are now in the dip case. Just in time for Labor Day Weekend!

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!

Cinnamon
Creamy ice cream with the warm, comforting spice of cinnamon.

Toasted Marshmallow
Tastes like lightly toasted marshmallows right out of the campfire!

Reminder
We are closed on Labor Day since we are always closed on Mondays. Thanks for understanding and come visit us in The Grove!

NEW S’mores Parfait
A layer of our Toasted Marshmallow ice cream, Teddy Grahams, and hot fudge, then another layer of our Chocolate ice cream, Teddy Grahams, and marshmallow topping, plus whipped cream and a cherry.

NEW S’mores Sundae
A scoop of our Toasted Marshmallow ice cream with hot fudge and Teddy Grahams, plus whipped cream and a cherry.

Coffee Ice Cream Day
Saturday, September 6th is National Coffee Ice Cream Day. Try a scoop of Mommy’s Little Helper! Our Espresso ice cream with chocolate chips and a hint or bourbon. Enjoy yours with a hot cup of Kaldi’s Coffee!

Banana Split Week + Pup Cups + Back to School Dipity Dough

Banana Split Week: Aug 19-24
We’ve always celebrated Banana Split Day. However, since it falls on Monday, we’re going bananas with 4 special splits all week long.

Banana Split: Chocolate, Strawberry, and Vanilla scoops with chocolate syrup, warm caramel, fresh strawberry topping, and roasted pecans. Plus, whipped cream and cherry.

Chocolate Elvis Split: 3 scoops of Gold Coast Chocolate ice cream with marshmallow and peanut butter toppings. Plus, whipped cream and cherry. Good enough to be “King!”

Summer Split: Lemon Blueberry, Strawberry, and Peach scoops with blueberry, strawberry, and peach toppings. Plus, whipped cream and cherry. Every bite is a taste of sunshine!

Chip Split: Mint Chip, Raspberry Chip, and Mommy’s Little Helper (our Espresso Chip with a hint of bourbon) topped with hot fudge. Plus, whipped cream and cherry. You deserve it!

Reminder: We are doing HALF PRICE banana splits when you B.Y.O.B. (bring your own banana) on Saturday, Aug 23 or Sunday, Aug 24.

FREE “Pup Cups” on Aug 26
Head to our Pooch Patio on National Dog Day and you’ll receive a FREE Pup Cup or Tiny Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream! We love meeting fur babies, but outside only please.

Back to School Dipity Dough
Now serving up our very own version of the PBJ classic. This frozen treat will get you ready for school and take you back to your childhood, but in the most delicious way.

This ice cream sandwich is made with warm peanut butter cookies and a scoop of Strawberry ice cream. Keep it simple or drizzle on strawberry or peanut butter topping!

Ice Cream Sandwiches + Root Beer Floats + Pina Coladas

Ice Cream Sandwich Day: Aug. 2

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is this Saturday. Mention that it is “Beckie's Birthday Month” and you will get 25% OFF your Dipity Dough custom Ice Cream Sandwich that day only!

The World Naked Bike Ride is Saturday in The Grove as well. Bare as much as you dare! Riders meet at 4 pm, ride from 6 pm to 8 pm, then party all night. Visit us before or after the ride!

Root Beer Float Day: Aug. 6

There is nothing better than a big scoop of Serendipity Ice Cream with a locally made Fitz’s Root Beer. Celebrate on Wednesday with HALF PRICE Root Beer Floats. OMG so good!

Yes, I like Piña Coladas…

(And gettin’ caught in the rain!) All during August, we are featuring our Pina Colada Spirited Shakes -and- Pina Colada Slushies. They are just what you need to beat the heat!

Reminder: Make sure you are following us on Facebook and Instagram! We have a special promotion happening later this month.