Calgary Ice Cream Guide - Best Icecream Near Me
Exploring the best ice cream spots in town is a sweet adventure waiting to happen. Whether you love classic scoops, bold flavors, or dairy-free options, this guide is your perfect companion for indulging in the city’s top frozen treats. If you’re looking for another fun way to explore the city, check out our Calgary Cafe Passport—a unique way to uncover hidden gems, support small businesses, and savour even more local flavors!
Exploring the best ice cream spots in town is a sweet adventure waiting to happen. Whether you love classic scoops, bold flavors, or dairy-free options, this guide is your perfect companion for indulging in the city’s top frozen treats. Try them one at a time or turn it into a trail and hit them all in a day—it’s the perfect excuse for a delicious outing. If you’re looking for another fun way to explore the city, check out our Calgary Cafe Passports—a unique way to uncover hidden gems, support small businesses, and savor even more local flavors!
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Village Ice Cream
5 Locations
Village Ice Cream, with five locations in Calgary, offers a selection of super-premium ice creams made on-site with creative twists on nostalgic flavors. Founded by Billy Friley, inspired by a life-changing huckleberry ice cream experience, it has become a vibrant neighborhood hub where community and connection are as important as the delicious scoops.
Made by Marcus
4 locations
Made by Marcus is a Calgary favorite with four locations serving artisanal ice cream crafted with science, passion, and love. Known for bold, creative flavors like Peach Yogurt Jalapeño and Raspberry Rose Lychee, every scoop features locally sourced ingredients and in-house production, making every visit an extraordinary dessert experience.
MacKay's Ice Cream
220 1 St W, Cochrane
MacKay’s Ice Cream is a Calgary treasure, crafting premium ice cream with 16-18% butterfat for unmatched richness. Known for small-batch production and exceptional ingredients like fresh Western Canadian cream and Alberta-grown fruit, their Cochrane-made creations delight every palate. A community supporter for 75 years, MacKay’s is timeless indulgence perfected.
Foothills Creamery
2 locations
Foothills Creamery has been crafting rich, creamy ice cream at the foothills of the Rockies since 1969. With two Calgary locations, they offer over 80 handcrafted flavors made using old-fashioned barrel-churned techniques. Committed to quality and tradition, Foothills Creamery delivers a taste of the past in every delicious scoop.
My Favorite Ice Cream Shoppe
2 locations
My Favorite Ice Cream Shoppe, with two Calgary locations, has been delighting ice cream lovers since 1981. Offering 72 flavors of hard ice cream, it’s a nostalgic haven filled with vintage charm. Known for its unique traditions, this shoppe is a must-visit destination for a sweet and memorable experience.