And then there were two.

The Denver Gazette’s readers narrowed the field from the Final Four down to the Championship two in our annual March Madness-style bracket.

A total of 1,955 ballots were cast in the Final Four round. It shattered the record for most votes in Denver Gazette March Madness history. Little Man Ice Cream was the top overall vote-getter with 1,298.

Sweet Cow vs. Sadboy Creamery was the matchup of the week. Sadboy took a commanding early lead, but Sweet Cow made a steady comeback to walk away with it by a score of 1,082-752.

Final Four results

Little Man Ice Cream defeats Bonnie Brae Ice Cream, 1,298-583
Sweet Cow defeats Sadboy Creamery, 1,082-752

Vote in the Championship

It all comes down to this. After nearly a month of gathering votes, Sweet Cow and Little Man Ice Cream go head-to-head for a chance to be crowned Denver’s ultimate ice cream shop.

Voting is now live for the Championship matchup. The polls will close Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.