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Hire an ice cream display freezer – an elegant ice cream counter for indoor events & trade shows

No vehicle, no noise, minimal space needed: a mobile ice cream display freezer is the most elegant ice cream catering option for office events, trade shows and exclusive occasions.

Ice cream display freezer hire – an elegant ice cream counter for indoor events & trade shows
Die Eisheiligen
Sweet Sensation
Roll n Cone
Eismobil La Crema
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The ice cream display freezer – elegant ice cream catering without a vehicle

Not every event needs an ice cream van. For indoor events, tight trade show stands or exclusive galas, a mobile ice cream display freezer is the far more elegant solution: a professional cooled unit with a glass display shows off up to 12 flavours in classic pozzetti tubs – just like a real gelateria.

The display freezer needs no vehicle, just a standard power socket. That makes it ideal for trade shows, conferences, gallery openings, in-office corporate events, and anywhere a classic ice cream van simply won't fit and an Ape couldn't get through the door.

Vendors deliver the display freezer, set it up, and provide staff who serve your guests professionally. You don't need to worry about a thing – just enjoy it. And your guests can choose from up to 12 different flavours.

On eisbuchen.de you fill in the ice cream planner and instantly compare all matching vendors in your area who hire out display freezers and counters, by transparent all-in total price in your dashboard – then you request up to three bookable quotes.

What does an ice cream van cost?

Real prices from 45 vendors, no estimates. Your quote states a fixed price for the included amount, all-inclusive.

€1.50 – €2.50
per scoop
from 33 profiles with a price per scoop
€3.00 – €5.00
per guest
at 2 scoops, the usual case
€464 – €754
for 100 guests
Fixed all-in price, ice cream and travel included
See all prices & examples

Price examples for weddings, corporate events, children's birthday parties and street festivals

These vendors are ready for your event

Your Top Match calculates the ready-made total price for your party for each of them — you compare in peace in the dashboard and get a quote you can book directly from up to three favourites.

We match all 45 vendors on the platform against your date, location and requirements to do this.

Ice cream vendor Die Eisheiligen
Ice cream vendor Sweet Sensation
Ice cream vendor Roll n Cone
Ice cream vendor Eismobil La Crema
Ice cream vendor Rhöner Eismanufaktur
Ice cream vendor Vivere La Vita
Ice cream vendor Gelato Danini
Ice cream vendor Sundance Froyo Bike
Ice cream vendor Eiszeitmobil
Ice cream vendor La Dolce Vita Gelato & More
Ice cream vendor Sweet.Catering
Ice cream vendor All freedo gelato
Ice cream vendor Bruno gelato
Ice cream vendor Eiswagen Alessio
Ice cream vendor Der Eiswerker
Ice cream vendor Bicilicious Dolce & Gelato
Ice cream vendor Matteo’s Eis-Kiste
Ice cream vendor EisFavorite
Ice cream vendor Eismobil Pierri
Ice cream vendor Eisbar Paderborn
Ice cream vendor Dereisbus
Ice cream vendor Yomaro Frozen Yogurt
Ice cream vendor ital. Eisfahrräder
Ice cream vendor Eddys Natur Eis
Ice cream vendor Eistruck
Ice cream vendor Eiscafé Caltagirone
Ice cream vendor Fräulein Eiszeit
Ice cream vendor Eiskönig Eiswagen
Ice cream vendor SoViSo Eis GmbH
Ice cream vendor Eisperle
Ice cream vendor MEETSOFTEIS
Ice cream vendor Yummy Nic
Ice cream vendor Mauri‘s Eis
Ice cream vendor Bruno Gelato
Ice cream vendor B-iced
Ice cream vendor Eiskremfreund
Ice cream vendor Grimms Eismärchen
Ice cream vendor Sven´s ital. Eisfahrräder
Ice cream vendor Eisverleih Biberach
Ice cream vendor Franky‘s Eiscreme Express
Ice cream vendor Don Churro
Ice cream vendor I Love Gelato
Ice cream vendor Eisschnecken
Ice cream vendor Melkhuus
Ice cream vendor hofgemachtes

Ice cream vendors, among others, in

Alt-Jocketa · Aßmannshardt · Baabe · Bad Lippspringe · Berlin · Brake · Coesfeld · Dermbach · Düsseldorf · Ehingen · Frankfurt · Freudenberg · Friedeburg · Friedewald · Fröndenberg/Ruhr · Hanau · Heidelberg · Herdorf · Hettenhausen · Holzwickede · Hoppegarten · Horb am Neckar · Ketzin · Korschenbroich · Kuppenheim · Leipzig · Leutenbach · Mannheim · Marbach am Neckar · Meerbusch · München · Neu-Ulm · Neuried · Nörten-Hardenberg · Solingen · Solms · Stadtlohn · Steinheim · Waldbrunn · Wismar · Zeppenfeld

Here's how easyyour ice cream catering is

Four steps from the planner to the ice cream van at your party.

1. Fill in the planner

Enter location, guests, scoops per guest and date — in two minutes, for free. You'll instantly see how many ice cream vans are available and from what price.

2. Compare in your dashboard

All matching vendors at a glance, each with a ready-made total price for your event — including travel, set-up, service and fee.

3. Choose up to 3 favourites

Get a quote — ready to book. Or clarify questions about your event and the process in the chat first, before you decide.

4. Book & enjoy

Accept the quote online, pay securely — your fixed price applies. The vendor settles genuine extra consumption directly on site at the end.

Plan your ice cream eventSee the process in detail

Vom Eisplaner zum Festpreis

Eisplaner ausfüllen, im Dashboard die Festpreise vergleichen, bis zu drei Favoriten wählen, Fragen im Chat klären und buchen – in 56 Sekunden gezeigt.

Ein weißer Eiswagen mit offener Verkaufsklappe steht im Sommerlicht, daneben der Satz „Dein Eiswagen fürs Fest“

Frequently asked questions about ice cream display freezer hire

Everything about display freezers and mobile ice cream counters for events.

What is an ice cream display freezer – and what is an ice cream counter?+
An ice cream display freezer (also called an ice cream counter, gelato bar or tabletop freezer) is a stationary cooled unit with a glass display that shows off portions of ice cream and keeps them at the perfect temperature. It's delivered without a vehicle – often as an elegant piece of furniture set up on tables or as a freestanding bar.
Which events is an ice cream display freezer suited to?+
The ice cream display freezer is ideal for: indoor events (office parties, galas, company anniversaries), trade show stands (compact format, no vehicle needed), conferences and congresses, gallery openings, indoor weddings, exclusive catering buffets, and venues a vehicle simply can't fit.
How many flavours fit in an ice cream display freezer?+
It depends on the size of the freezer: small tabletop units hold 4 to 6 flavours, larger standing units hold 8 to 12 flavours in classic pozzetti tubs. Some vendors offer combined freezers with a mix of dairy ice cream and sorbet.
Does the ice cream display freezer need power?+
Yes, an ice cream display freezer needs a standard 230V power socket. Power consumption is low (150-400W) and it runs quietly. Trade show stands almost always have a power supply available. Check this with the vendor beforehand.
How does an ice cream display freezer differ from an ice cream van?+
Ice cream display freezer: Stationary, no vehicle, ideal for indoors – needs power, minimal footprint (1 x 0.5m). Ice cream van: Mobile, drives to you, wider range – needs parking space and possibly power or a generator. For indoor trade shows and elegant events, the display freezer is the better choice.
What does it cost to hire an ice cream display freezer?+
The cost depends on the duration, the choice of flavours and the vendor. Portions start from €1.50 per scoop. For day-long appearances at trade shows or events a minimum spend from about €100 is often agreed. In the planner on eisbuchen.de you can see straight away how many vendors are free on your date and compare them with a ready-made total price in your dashboard.
Can an ice cream display freezer also be used outdoors?+
Yes, as long as a power supply is available and the unit is shielded from direct sunlight. In hot weather (above 35°C) the cooling can reach its limits – check this with the vendor beforehand. For outdoor use, a Piaggio Ape or a self-sufficient ice cream van is usually a better choice.
How big is a typical ice cream display freezer?+
Tabletop unit: around 60 x 40 x 30cm (surface area), 4-6 flavours. Small standing unit: around 80 x 60 x 90cm, 6-8 flavours. Large standing unit: up to 150 x 60 x 90cm, 10-12 flavours. The vendor delivers and sets everything up – you don't need to worry about a thing.
Are there vegan and allergen-free flavours available for the display freezer?+
Yes, all partners on eisbuchen.de offer vegan fruit sorbets (e.g. strawberry, lemon, mango, passion fruit) – naturally free from dairy and egg. Gluten-free tubs as an alternative to cones are often available. Allergens are declared at the van or display freezer.

Ice cream display freezer & vans in your area

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