In honor of National Ice Cream Day today, there's no better time to talk about one of the sweetest wedding trends around. National Ice Cream Day is traditionally celebrated on Sunday, July 19, but if you're looking for a fun dessert idea beyond traditional wedding cake, ice cream is a great option every day of the year. Here are a few ways to incorporate ice cream into your wedding day.
1. Ice Cream Cart
A vintage-style ice cream cart adds charm to your reception while giving guests a fun dessert experience.
2. Build-Your-Own Sundae Bar
Set out different ice cream flavors along with toppings like hot fudge, caramel, sprinkles, cookies, candy, and whipped cream so guests can create their own masterpiece.
3. Ice Cream Varieties Instead of Wedding Cake
Skip the traditional cake and serve individual scoops, ice cream sandwiches, or custom sundaes as your main dessert.
4. Late-Night Ice Cream Treat
Surprise guests with ice cream later in the evening after the dance floor has been going for a while. It's especially refreshing for summer weddings.
5. Signature Bride & Groom Flavors
Feature and serve each of your favorite ice cream flavors and display a sign explaining why you chose them.
6. Ice Cream Floats
Offer classic root beer floats or let guests choose different sodas to pair with vanilla ice cream for a nostalgic dessert everyone will remember.
7. Ice Cream Photoshoot
Ice cream isn't just a dessert. It also makes for fun and memorable wedding photos. Photos capturing the bride and groom sharing a cone, enjoying matching ice cream treats, or laughing over a melting scoop are a great way to document a unique part of your wedding. Guests can also join in on the fun, creating candid photos that showcase one of the sweetest details of your reception.