Illustration of a Gold Coast beach party with a DJ and guests enjoying soft serve ice creams

Ice Cream Vendor For Festivals & Large Scale Events

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The Ice Cream Food Truck Built For Large Scale And Multi Vendor Events

Returning for our 16th year at the Swell Sculpture Festival at Currumbin, one of the Gold Coast's largest annual events, where we've been on site for the full eleven-day festival. We're also proud to regularly attend council and community events, including the Mudgeeraba Street Party.

Andersons' Ices has been catering at Gold Coast events since 2010. More than 1,000 events later, we still turn up with the same friendly service, reliable setup and attention to detail.

We're owner operated, which means the people you book are the people who arrive. There are no franchise crews or subcontractors, just one point of contact from your first enquiry through to pack down.

Logistics, Handled

  • No Bump-In, No Setup Time

    Our van arrives ready to serve. There's no marquee to build, no equipment to assemble and nothing to power up. We can arrive late in your bump-in schedule and we're packed up and ready to leave as soon as service finishes.

  • Fully Self-Contained

    Our van is fully self-contained with its own generator, so there's no need for power or water on site. If there's a power point nearby, we're always grateful to use it, but it's never expected.

  • Fast Service For Big Crowds

    Soft serve is one of the fastest food options at an event. Whether it's half time, between races or a rush of people through the gates, we keep queues moving and get people back to enjoying the event.

  • Multi-Day Capable

    We're just as comfortable at a multi-day festival as we are at a one-day event. This will be our 16th year at the eleven-day Swell Sculpture Festival, and we're happy to stay for the full duration.

  • A Van You'll Be Proud To Have On Site

    One of the things we're most often complimented on is how clean our van is. We take great pride in presenting a spotless, well-maintained van that meets all food safety and hygiene requirements.

  • Gold Coast Roadside Vending Permit

    We hold a current Gold Coast Roadside Vending Permit, with documentation available on request.

  • Family Owned And Operated

    When you book Andersons' Ices, you're dealing directly with the owners. From your first enquiry through to the day of your event, you'll have one point of contact and the same friendly service every step of the way. We're not a franchise, so you'll always know exactly who you're dealing with.

  • Footprint And Access

    Our van is approximately 7 metres long and 2 metres wide and requires safe vehicle access to the serving location. It can park on most firm, level surfaces, including bitumen, concrete and grass, provided conditions are suitable. If you're unsure about access, just get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

Documentation Your Committee Can Tick Off

We'll provide any of the documents below on request, making it easy for your committee, venue or council to complete the approval process.

  • $20 Million Public Liability Insurance

    Certificate of Currency available on request.

  • Gold Coast Roadside Vending Permit

    Current permit available on request.

  • Licence For Food Business (Mobile)

    We hold a current Licence for Food Business (Mobile) under the Food Act 2006. Our van is routinely inspected and meets all food safety and hygiene requirements. Documentation is available on request.

  • Documented Cleaning And Wash Down Procedures

    Our cleaning and wash down procedures are documented and available on request.

  • Vehicle Registration And Roadworthy

    Current vehicle registration and roadworthy documentation available on request.

  • Blue Card / Working With Children Check

    Current Working With Children Check (Blue Card) available on request.

Trusted By Event Organisers

A few of the festivals, community events and organisations who book the van.

  • SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL
  • MUDGEERABA STREET PARTY
  • SPECTRUM OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
  • GOLD COAST PROPERTY

Questions Event Organisers Ask

Do you need power or water on site?

No. We arrive fully self-contained with our own generator, so there's no need to provide power or water. If power is available, we're always grateful to use it, but it's never expected.

How much setup and bump-in time do you need?

None. We arrive ready to serve, so there's no marquee to build or equipment to assemble. We can arrive late in your bump-in schedule and pack down just as quickly.

Can we get copies of your documentation before we shortlist you?

Yes. Just let us know what you need, or include it in the notes when requesting your quote, and we'll send it through with your quote.

Proudly Loved By Event Organisers

“I recently used Andersons Ices for a community event I hosted, and I couldn't have been happier with the experience. From the initial booking through to the day itself, the service was outstanding. The ice cream van was a huge hit with everyone who attended, and the quality of the ice cream was fantastic. The team was friendly, professional, organised and handled the crowd with ease, ensuring everyone was served quickly with a smile. Nothing was too much trouble, and they played a big part in making the event such a success. I received so many positive comments from attendees about the ice cream and the wonderful service. I would highly recommend Andersons Ices for any community event, corporate function, school fete, birthday party or special occasion. Thank you for helping create such a memorable day for our local community!”
Chris Shields
“We used Andersons' Ices for a sale event and it was a huge hit!! Everyone was raving about the ice cream. Thank you so much Neil and Janet! Highly recommended.”
Tamara
“Thank you so much for surprising our guests at our wedding! Everyone has said that the ice cream van was the highlight of the whole day, and the best wedding dessert that they have ever experienced! Janet was so lovely to deal with, and had a big smile on her face while serving all of our over-excited guests! The whole experience was gorgeous and we have some great photos that we will treasure. Can't recommend Andersons' enough! Thank you xox”
Alice and Cam
A raspberry ripple whippy soft serve in a waffle cone with a chocolate flake
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Shortlist Us For Your Next Event

For copies of our insurance, permits, licences and other documentation, simply get in touch or include your request in the notes when asking for a quote, and we'll send everything through with it.

We regularly service the Gold Coast, the Hinterland and South East Queensland. If your event is a little further away, we'd still love to hear from you and can provide a tailored quote based on your location.