First day of spring means free Rita's water ice!

(FOX 29) - Rita's annual tradition of giving away free water ice on the first day of spring is nearly upon us!

Every year, Rita's Italian Ice celebrates the first day of spring by giving away free Italian Ice as a way of kicking off the season.

Customers are encouraged to get their free Italian Ice Wednesday, March 20 from noon to 9 p.m. at their local Rita's.

Click here to find a Rita's near you.