Party season is among us, especially in Los Angeles, California! The weather is warming up, flowers are blooming, birds are chirping all day long: how can you resist the chance to plan a party or event to spend time with family and friends? Spring and summer are possibly the happiest times of the year! 

Planning your next ice cream truck rental is not always easy, so if you wanna hire an ice cream truck, listen up! ;-p

It requires a lot of time, effort, attention to detail, organization, research and so much more. Before the planning process even begins, you need to figure out an idea on a budget, theme for the party, location, activities, and our favorite part, the catered ice cream flavors!

Here at Beach Town Pops we know that your guests will always remember the food, drinks and snacks that are provided at a party or event. In Southern California, it’s part of the experience and you want people to remember your event, especially if it’s for your business. 

Surprise Your Los Angeles Guests with an Ice Cream Truck That Everyone Will Love…

Add a little bit of spice to your event by doing something different. That could be a fun game or form of entertainment, but truth be told, a fun treat would be much more rewarding. Since hot weather is upon us, how cool would it be to have an ice cream truck at your next event? You’re probably thinking, “Do ice cream trucks still exist?” Surprisingly, yes, they do! In fact, many ice cream companies have remodeled vintage ice cream trucks specifically to cater to special events.

First, let’s talk about why it is a great idea to have an ice cream truck at your next event.

To start, it is one of the most popular treats and is great for all ages. Can you rent an ice cream truck for a party? Absolutely! Kids will not turn down a yummy ice cream that’s for sure, especially if they want to cool off after playing and running around with the other kids of the event. It is also a very convenient form of dessert for any event. There is minimum prep time and no need to cut a cake and separate onto different plates.

To be honest, it is more likely that someone will eat an ice cream than a slice of cake. Most importantly, you, as the event planner, have one less thing to worry about. Instead of putting more time and effort into making a dessert, serving it and handing it out, you can enjoy your event while people get their ice cream from the ice cream truck.

Once your guests see the ice cream truck, oh the amount of nostalgia that will be flowing through them! An ice cream truck brings back so many beautiful memories from our childhood. Do you remember playing in the street with your neighborhood friends and hearing the jingle from the ice cream truck coming towards you? You’d run inside and ask your parents for a buck or two to buy an ice cream and enjoy it with your friends, scared that you’d miss your chance and the ice cream truck would drive right past your house. There is nothing like the moments of nostalgia that we get to relive every now and then. Your guests will get this good vibe just from seeing the ice cream truck, and most likely, a few stories will be shared along with some laughs.

When you have a cake or cupcakes as dessert, there is only a certain amount of flavors that you can choose. With an ice cream truck, you can have lots of variety for all of your guests! Not only that, but there also has to be a little bit of savory and a little bit of sweet at every event. This will, without a doubt, have your guests talking and thinking about your event even after it over.

Lastly, an ice cream truck is a great idea because it is the perfect background for an Instagram-worthy picture! This is especially great if you’re event is to promote your company or brand. Ice cream company’s remodel vintage ice cream trucks to bring back the classic retro look with bright and pastel colors. Overall, vintage cars are beautiful and rare, and seeing one brings a lot of excitement because you don’t get to see them often.

Having an ice cream truck that is Instagram-worthy also makes for your very own hashtag! Whether that be for a wedding, baby shower or brand activation, how cool would it be to have your own hashtag and look back on the special day? Or, how great would it be that your brand gained a hundred or so followers just from seeing the hashtag?

Is Renting and Ice Cream Truck Cheaper Than Catering?

Ice cream truck rentals can easily go past your budget. Depending on where. you are located you’ll have to go to your city and get a temporary permit. It’s not cheap.

What To Look Out For

Did you know that ice cream trucks (food trucks too!) may be illegal or not allowed in your neighborhood? It’s true! This is why we don’t see as many ice cream trucks driving around as we used to. Due to private parking and the loud music, neighborhoods and cities have banned ice cream trucks because they are a bit of a nuisance.

Before you rent out an ice cream truck for your event, be sure to talk to go down to the city hall of your area to ensure that it is possible for you to have an ice cream truck at your next event. 

The Coolest Alternative: Beach Town Pops…

As we’ve mentioned, catering services can be quite pricey, especially in the Los Angeles area. Though ice cream trucks are a bit more expensive, you should consider having an ice cream cart at your next event!

It is the most affordable option in terms or ice cream catering and has more benefits.

For one, an ice cream cart is much smaller than an ice cream truck. (Duh!)

If your event is in an area where a vehicle is able to reach (for example in the middle of a huge park) your guests will have to walk a long way to reach their dessert.

If you were to have an ice cream cart come out to your event, it is easier for the ice cream service to find their way to your event because the cart is much smaller and can go on the sidewalk or roll on the grass.

The price of renting an ice cream cart is much more affordable and is perfect for a smaller event.

If you’re on the lookout for an ice cream catering service for your next event, look no further…

We are Beach Town Pops, an ice cream catering company from the Los Angeles area that specializes in creating the most amazing frozen treats for you to enjoy. 

We started back in 2011. Our love of ice cream drove us to create many different ice cream flavors, each of them being our original recipes.

Do we use artificial ingredients? Absolutely not. We use organic, cold pressed and gluten-free ingredients because we want to give you high quality frozen treats that you won’t feel guilty about. 

That’s not all. We also have vegan ice cream, ‘nice’ cream, ice cream cups, and ice cream sandwiches. As for flavors, we change our menu weekly to keep things fresh and new. We also take requests on custom flavors upon order for your event!

We Create Boozy and Non Boozy Artisan Ice Cream Flavors…

And if you’re looking for a bit more fun for the adults, we also have boozy flavors! All the adult guests can enjoy a tangerine and prosecco sorbet, fresh grape and champagne sorbet or brown sugar bourbon ice cream. Did your mouth water just from thinking about those flavors, because ours surely did!

As if it couldn’t get better, here are a few things about our catering services.

We do offer drop-off services for those who are on a strict budget. You will get a cooler with dry ice and your delicious ice cream, and you or someone from your event will take responsibility in serving each guest. You can skip the worry and extra work by renting our ice cream cart and one of our professional ice cream caterers will stick around and serve your guests so that you won’t have to.

Along with the ice cream cart and professional caterer, you will get a menu board, umbrella, dry ice and a minimum of 2 hours of service.

Guess what? We also do custom branding! Upon order, you will have the chance to customize the ice cream cart by choosing colors as well as a brand or image you’d like to add.

If you’re inviting us to your brand activation event, we can add your logo to the ice cream cart and make your event more memorable!

This same logo can also be placed on the wrapper of the ice cream sandwiches and the ice cream cups. If you are having a wedding, it would be incredibly sweet to add the lovely couple’s initials to add an extra touch to their most special day. 

In terms of travel, we will cater to SoCal hotspots like San Diego, Orange County, Santa Barbara and Palm Springs as well. Keep us in mind for your next event, you won’t regret it. Until you taste our gourmet artisan ice cream, you don’t know what you’re missing!

Food trucks for catering have become increasingly popular in recent years, and renting an ice cream truck is no exception. Whether you're considering catering options for a birthday party, block party, or company picnic, an ice cream truck rental can add a unique and delightful twist to your event. With options ranging from traditional Good Humor treats to artisanal, handcrafted flavors, ice cream trucks and carts can cater to a wide variety of tastes and preferences.

At Beach Town Pops, we understand the importance of choosing the right catering option for your special occasion. That's why we're here to guide you through the pros and cons of renting an ice cream truck for your event in Los Angeles. From the excitement and nostalgia evoked by the truck's arrival to the challenges of coordinating logistics, we're committed to helping you make an informed decision. Contact us today to discuss how our ice cream treats can elevate your birthday parties, block parties, and company picnics to the next level.

Wrap-Up

In the end, it is important to do your research and finding what is best for you as well as for your event. One thing is for sure: do not skip out on having ice cream at your next event! It’s everyone’s favorite treat, easy to serve and cleanup time is low, and everyone can get refreshed to continue the party! Another thing that is for sure is you won’t regret inviting Beach Town Pops - Your SoCal Artisan Ice Cream makers. and our delicious frozen treats to your next event. Go to our website and contact us; we’d love to treat you to the coolest ice cream catering in Los Angeles.