Opening Date Set For New Rainbow Cone In Orland Park

ORLAND PARK, IL — It's about that time, Rainbow Cone fans. Your new spot to stop for the beloved Chicago classic cone is ready for you.

The Original Rainbow Cone, located at 15711 Harlem Ave., is set to open Friday, May 26. The celebration will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m.; Orland Park city officials will be in attendance, and members of the Orland Park and neighboring communities are encouraged to attend.

Never had a Rainbow Cone? It was created in 1926 by "Grandpa Joe" Sapp, who "was never satisfied with just one ice cream flavor and instead stacked five delicious options on a single cone for a one-of-a-kind culinary classic," the company said. They still stack the same flavors today: orange sherbet, pistachio, Palmer House, strawberry, and chocolate.

The cone has been a staple of the Chicago dessert scene for over 95 years, and has become a local favorite, with lines stretching down the block during the summer months.

"We're thrilled to be opening our third standalone location," says Lynn Sapp, third generation owner of The Original Rainbow Cone. "Our family has been serving up Rainbow Cones for generations, and we're excited to share our unique flavor with the beloved Orland Park community."

To celebrate the grand opening, Rainbow Cone will host a benefit night with Bridge Teen Center on May 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. During this time, all orders will be 50 percent off, and Rainbow Cone will donate all proceeds to the Bridge Teen Center. The event is open to the public, and attendees can enjoy their favorite Rainbow Cone flavors while supporting a great cause.

The Bridge Teen Center is a nonprofit teen community center that provides a safe and positive environment for kids grades seven through 12th, to explore their interests and passions through more than 350 different free holistically-designed after-school programs and events each year. Since its founding in 2010, the organization has served over 11,850 different students from 128 different neighboring communities. To learn more, visit www.thebridgeteencenter.org.

The new Orland Park location will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

In addition to its famous Rainbow Cones, the store will also offer other treats like shakes, ice cream cakes, ice cream sandwiches and mini donuts made to order.

"We can't wait to welcome our new customers to the Orland Park location," says Sapp. "Whether you're a longtime fan of Rainbow Cone or trying it for the first time, we guarantee you'll love our unique combination of flavors."

In addition to a grand opening event at the new Orland Park Rainbow Cone, the company will also host a gift card contest. First place will receive $100, second place will receive $50 and third place will receive $25. Enter online for a chance to win.