Small vs Medium vs Large Blizzard: Sizes & Prices Compared (Canada)

Dairy Queen Canada sells Blizzards in four sizes, Mini, Small, Medium, and Large, with 2026 prices typically running from about CA$3.19 for a Mini to around CA$7.49 for a Large, and calories ranging from roughly 310 to 1,530 depending on size and flavour. The price jump between sizes is small, which makes the size choice less about money and more about appetite.

Here is how the four sizes stack up on price, value, and when to order each. For the flavour lineup, see our DQ Canada Blizzard menu.

The Four Blizzard Sizes at a Glance

• Mini: around CA$3.19 to CA$4.49. The smallest cup, roughly a kids size portion. Best for a light treat, for kids, or for tasting a new flavour without committing.
• Small: around CA$4.99 to CA$5.75. The standard solo treat and the most ordered size in Canada.
• Medium: around CA$5.75 to CA$6.49. A generous single serving for a real dessert appetite.
• Large: around CA$5.79 to CA$7.49. Built for sharing, or for the days when only a full size cup will do.

Exact prices vary by store and province. One national menu listing shows a clean tier of Mini $4.49, Small $5.49, Medium $6.49, Large $7.49, which is a useful baseline for most Canadian locations.

Which Size Is the Best Value?

On a strict price per ounce basis, the Large usually wins, since the step from Small to Large often costs only about two dollars for roughly double the treat. But the best value for most people is the size they will actually finish. A melted Large is money in the bin.

The Mini is the value dark horse. At roughly half the price of a Small, it delivers the full flavour experience, and it is the size included in the $10 Blizzard Meal Deal, where it effectively costs even less as part of the bundle.

Calories by Size

Blizzard calories scale with size and depend heavily on the mix-ins. Across the Canadian menu, Blizzards range from about 310 calories for a Mini of a lighter flavour to around 1,530 calories for a Large of a candy loaded Royal. As a rule of thumb, each step up in size adds roughly 200 to 400 calories.

If you are watching calories, the Mini of a fruit based flavour like Strawberry Cheesecake is the lightest full Blizzard experience. The Royal line, with its fudge or candy centre, runs heaviest. The DQ allergen menu has full nutrition details by flavour and size.

When to Order Each Size

Order a Mini when you want dessert after a full meal, when you are trying a new limited time flavour, or when you are ordering for a child. Order a Small for the standard treat run; it is the size the menu is built around.

Order a Medium when a Small has never quite been enough for you. Order a Large to share with one or two people, which also makes it the cheapest per person option for a group. Two spoons, one Large OREO Blizzard, and a walk is a solid Canadian evening. When in doubt between two sizes, the smaller one is usually the smarter call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes do Blizzards come in at Dairy Queen Canada?

Four sizes: Mini, Small, Medium, and Large. All four are available in every Blizzard flavour at participating Canadian locations, though limited time flavours can sell out in any size.

How much is a Mini Blizzard in Canada?

A Mini Blizzard typically costs between CA$3.19 and CA$4.49 at Canadian stores, making it the cheapest Blizzard size and the best way to try a new flavour.

How much is a Large Blizzard in Canada?

A Large Blizzard typically runs from CA$5.79 to CA$7.49 at Canadian stores, with Royal flavours reaching up to about CA$9.36. It is the best per ounce value if you will finish it.

Is a Medium Blizzard worth it over a Small?

The Medium usually costs about a dollar more than the Small for a noticeably bigger cup. If you regularly wish your Small lasted longer, the Medium is worth the upgrade.

Prices and availability vary by location. Check the DQ Canada Blizzard menu for your store’s current pricing.