Beat the heat in the tastiest way possible when the annual Ice Cream Festival comes back to Melbourne. The team from the chocolateries and ice creameries in Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and Great Ocean Road have created a whopping 144 flavours for you to choose from. Think Nutella Pancakes, Butterscotch Old Fashioned, Wonka’s Magic and more! Savour it all over twelve indulgent days, from Wednesday February 7 to Sunday February 18.
Ice Cream Festival
This delicious Ice Cream Festival is brought to you from the same team that did the Brownie Festival and the Hot Chocolate Festival last year. Take a drive out to any of the three locations this summer and enjoy all the beautiful artisan flavours of ice cream they have to offer.
This year, the unique flavours were inspired by cocktails, daring ingredient combinations, their own kitchen gardens, and their chocolate and pastry creations. Everyone can join in on the fun, with creations for kids and vegan and sugar-free options.
There will be twelve different ice creams and sorbets to try each day, adding up to a massive 144 ice cream flavours over the course of the festival. For more delights, indulge in one of the Sensational Sundaes from a limited-edition menu. If you’d like to take in the sunshine and picturesque views outdoors, grab a daily Ice Cream Festival Picnic Box. This picnic box will have twelve mini scoops for you to try, and is priced from $24.50.
If you’d like a glimpse behind the curtain, try an Ice Cream Festival Tasting Session. Over 45 minutes, you’ll try twelve different ice cream flavours, accompanied with interesting and tasty garnishes. Then, make your own ice cream topping to take home. Bookings are essential, and sessions are $24 per person.
The fun doesn’t stop there. Each visitor to any of the three destinations can enter to win 144 mega scoops of ice cream. If you win, you can redeem your prize throughout the year.
Find the festival at:
- 35 Old Healesville Rd, Yarra Glen VIC 3775
- 1200 Great Ocean Rd, Bellbrae VIC 3228
- 45 Cook St, Flinders VIC 3929