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20+ Places for Ice Cream in Prince Edward County 🍨

🎶🎵 I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! 🎶

It’s not just a little ditty from childhood, there truly is nothing quite like creamy, delicious ice cream on a hot summer day, whether you’re seven or 70.

Here in The County we are lucky to have several places to choose from, some of which even source their ingredients locally to craft that sweet summer treat. So when that urge to scream comes on, head on over to one of these amazing spots to find a treat for everyone because in The County there’s always something for everyone…

by Tracy Cassels

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Remember, it’s mandatory to hold your cone in front of the Slickers store and take an ice cream version of a selfie. Trust us, it’s a thing. | Photo Courtesy: @mk_fuelyourfirefitness

Locally Made

If you’re looking for some real, honest Prince Edward County ice cream, these places all have options that are locally-sourced.

Slickers [Picton and Bloomfield] | Handmade, local ingredients and excellent customer service despite the long lines. Tasters swear by both the Campfire and the Apple Pie flavours. Thanks goodness for two locations!

A scoop amid the sunflowers | Photo Courtesy: Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe

Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe [Cherry Valley] | Locally-sourced gelato, four acres of sunflowers and a corn maze. Can you ask for anything else?

Kawarthas in The County

While the following shops may not make their ice cream on site, we won’t turn our noses up at a scoop of Moose Tracks. And with locations all over The County, you’re bound to be able to find some of the cold, creamy treat whenever you feel the need.

Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop [Wellington] | Ice cream from Peterborough’s Central Smith Creamery, served in a heritage greenhouse from staff whose goal is to make you smile.

Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe [Cherry Valley] | In addition to their local gelato, they also scoop 16 flavours of ice cream from Kawartha dairy.

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Death by chocolate or trampled by Moose Tracks? Either way sounds like a pretty good way to go. | Photo Courtesy: The Store at Cherry Valley

The Store [Cherry Valley] | When you are known as “The Store” you know you have to have everything, ice cream included.

Cones and Shakes [Picton] | Hidden away on Elks Street in Picton, this shop offers great value with large – I mean, HUGE – portions of Kawartha ice cream.

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Those had better be chocolate chips. Not raisins. 😠 | Photo Courtesy: Campbell’s Orchards

Campbell’s Orchards [Rednersville] | Pick some produce – strawberries, blueberries or apples, depending on the time of year – then go for an orchard walk or ride, try some cider, pet a sheep and finish off your visit with some scooped ice cream.

Orchard Drive Dari-Bar [Wellington] | A family-friendly diner with everything you could want, including Chapman’s ice cream in cones, sundaes and shakes.

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Soft serve at Black River Cheese, the best accessory in The County. | Photo Courtesy: Black River Cheese

Black River Cheese Company [Black River] | Not just the source for cheese, you can also get a healthy scoop of ice cream, then enjoy it while sitting by the banks of the Black River, making passersby jealous.

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Kicking their marriage off right! | Photo Courtesy: @niceicebabyicecream and @sydneylauren13Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free, or Vegan

Not everyone can do the usual ice cream and those with special considerations often get left off of the ice cream train. However, these places in The County cater to special diets so if you have someone with you who needs something a little different, one of these should be able to set you up.

Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe [Cherry Valley] | Dairy-free, lactose-free and gluten-free gelato options.

Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop [Wellington] | Sugar-free options.

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Cup or cone? | Photo Courtesy: @the_shans

Gelato

Gelato has a greater proportion of whole milk to cream compared to ice cream, it’s whipped at a slower churn and it’s likely to be more dense than traditional ice creams. That makes this wonderful Italian treat creamy yet distinct from ice cream. Lucky for us, there are some amazing options here in The County.

The Bean Counter [Picton] | Coffee then gelato? I think I will.

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Lavender helps you relax. Ice cream helps you relax. Be sure to consume somewhere comfy! | Photo Courtesy: @the_lavender_home

Prince Edward County Lavender Farm [Hillier] | Beeline to the freezer at the back of the store for a cup of homemade lavender gelato.  ‘Nuff said.

Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe [Cherry Valley] | Local, homemade gelato in various flavours that also happens to be dairy-free.  Everyone is happy.

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Oreos + Sour Cherries = Blackforest. Mmmm… | Photo Courtesy: The Lunch Box

Frozen Yogurt

Remember when frozen yogurt became a thing? I date myself by admitting I do, but it’s fair to say it’s come a long way from TCBY to our local stops.

Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop [Wellington] | A few options for those who don’t seem to want that full cream treat.

The Lunch Box [Picton] | Tucked away in the industrial park, not far from Prince Eddy’s Brewing, this hearty little lunch spot makes great use of a FroYo machine, dreaming up delicious flavours like “black forest,” above, a mix of Oreo and sour cherries. It’s an easy answer when the urge for ice cream hits but you’re still thinking about your beach bod.

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The extra small. Just kidding! That’s the small. (Eeeek!) | Photo Courtesy: @experiencepicton

Soft-Serve

Who doesn’t want that tall twirl of soft-serve ice cream every once in a while?  At these locations you get the choice of soft-serve or your typical scoop ice cream.

Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop [Wellington] | Their flavour burst system takes soft-serve to the next level with multiple colours and flavours.  You can mix up to three (yes 3!) flavours,creating a mix between ice cream and a work of art.

Cones and Shakes [Picton] | How tall can they make your soft-serve? Honestly, the laws of physics seem not to apply. You’ll have to go and find out.

Content updated February 2020

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🐝 Bees & Blooms 🌻⁠ ⁠ Slow down, stop and 🐝 Bees & Blooms 🌻⁠
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Slow down, stop and explore at an off-grid homestead with beekeeper Elis @curiousgoatgeneralstore. Deepen your connection with plants, pollinators, and your food, and make a balm to take home! The Bees and Blooms Adventure is kid-friendly and is perfect for private groups.! It features a snack of locally made bread and cheese, garden iced mint tea, and of course a honey tasting, or you can add on a field picnic for the full bees & "brunch" experience. ⁠
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If that sounds like a perfect outing for you, book your Bees & Blooms experience today or head to VisitPEC.ca/experience-the-county/ (links in bio) to explore other special County experiences designed to help you immerse yourself in our local art, agriculture, nature, and history.⁠
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🐶 PEC Pups 🐕⁠ ⁠ Visiting PEC with your p 🐶 PEC Pups 🐕⁠
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Visiting PEC with your pup? There are plenty of pet-friendly activities that will ensure your stay is enjoyable for two and four-legged family members alike. ⁠
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🍺 Enjoy some floofy pours with your floofy friend at one of The County's breweries, like @MatronFineBeer, pictured here. You'll actually find a pup-friendly patio at every brewery in the area. ⁠
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🍷 You can also expect patios at almost all of your favourite wineries to welcome pups, and even some indoor tasting rooms, but you'll be in great company at @ThreeDogWinery and @LongDogWines, of course. ⁠
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🐶 If you want to make sure your dog gets out some of their energy before you head out for your day, take them to @TheSniffery for a sniffari! The pup-focused experience allows your dog to have an enriching solo off-leash session in a fully-enclosed area where they can run and sniff out delicious homemade dog treats. ⁠
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🥎 If your dog loves to play fetch and is happy around other dogs, then head to the dog park in Delhi Park in Picton. This large, enclosed area is big enough to be able to separate from the "pack" and even has a smaller enclosed area for small dogs and puppies. ⁠
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🐕 Go for an on-leash walk through a @QuinteConservation area like Macaulay Mountain or Massassauga Point. ⁠
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For even more pup-friendly ideas, be sure to check out our updated Pup-friendly PEC blog post (link in bio). 👆⁠
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When visiting The County, we recommend taking the time to book activities in advance wherever possible. One of the easiest things to do book in advance is tickets to a show! Whether you're after music, theatre, or comedy there are plenty of incredible performers ready to entertain you. Here's just some of what you can look forward to this season: ⁠
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🎶 If musicals are your thing, be sure to check out the much-anticipated @shatterboxtheatre production of @springawakeningpec. Spring Awakening is on from May 26 - 29 at Macaulay Heritage Park. ⁠
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🎤 If you're craving a concert, there are plenty to be had @theregenttheatre and @theeddiepec. From well-known acts to cool cover bands, you're bound to find something to fit your taste. ⁠
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😆 If laughter is your preferred medicine, take in the County Comedy Series @gillinghambrewing or follow @comedycountryfestival for news about their 2022 lineup and the return of #ComedyOnTheRiver. ⁠
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🎭 If you want a little bit of everything, be sure to check out @festivalplayers summer line-up, complete with comedy, theatre, dance, music, and performances by indigenous artists, there's a little something for everyone. ⁠
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To learn more about these events, book tickets in advance, and to discover even more happenings in PEC head to VisitPEC.ca/Events.⁠
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🐦 Spring Birding Festival 🐦⁠ ⁠ The annua 🐦 Spring Birding Festival 🐦⁠
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The annual Spring Birding Festival @peptbo is back and in person this year. With one weekend already under their belt, there's still much to look forward to including guided walks in Traverse Woods, webinars, banding demonstrations and more. Check out our event listing or visit peptbo.ca for more details. ⁠
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What is Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory?⁠
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PEPtBO is a volunteer-run charity committed to increasing the appreciation, knowledge, and understanding of birds by collecting data through spring and fall banding programs, a daily census, observation surveys, and research projects. It is located within the Prince Edward Point National Wildlife Area, one of the first sites in Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Protected Areas Network to protect habitat for migratory passerine birds (songbirds). It is part of the globally significant Prince Edward County South Shore Important Bird Area. ⁠
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🍓 Market Season 👩‍🌾⁠ ⁠ It's that ti 🍓 Market Season 👩‍🌾⁠
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It's that time of year again! Farmers' Market season kicks off this Saturday, May 14 with The @WellingtonFarmersMarket, Farmers' Market at The Eddie.
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Also this weekend, @PictonTownHallFarmersMarket gets started on Sunday with a fantastic selection of local growers and makers. The Picton Town Hall Farmers Market will take place every Sunday from 10am - 2pm through October 15th. It's the perfect first stop before a Sunday Stroll on Picton Main Street. ⁠
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Next weekend, you'll have even more markets to choose from! The new @WellingtonCommunityMarket hosts its first market at the new proprietors at Wellington United Church. This not-for-profit market will feature a wide variety of food and artisan products every Saturday from 9am - 1pm through Thanksgiving Weekend. ⁠
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1 / The red barn at The Eddie surrounded by early spring flowers, the location of The Wellington Farmer's Market on May 14. Image courtesy of The Eddie Hotel & Farm.⁠
2 / The @paper.kitefarm market stall at Picton Town Hall. Image Courtesy of Picton Town Hall Farmers Market⁠
3 / Market in full swing at the Wellington United Church, the location of the new Wellington Community Market. Image by Johnny CY Lam. ⁠
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🌊 Book in Advance ⛱⁠ ⁠ Daily Vehicle Perm 🌊 Book in Advance ⛱⁠
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Daily Vehicle Permits are back at Sandbanks and North Beach @ontarioparks for 2022. If you visited last year you will be familiar with this process, but if you're visiting for the first time or need a refresher, read on. ⁠
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Daily Vehicle Permits must be booked in advance for day-use access to The County's Provincial Parks and can be booked up to 5-days in advance of your visit. Guests will be turned away at the gate if sold out, so we highly encourage you to take advantage of this service to avoid disappointment.⁠
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Fun Fact: Sandbanks was sold out approximately 60 days between mid-June and August. North Beach was sold out 30 days. ⁠
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If you are a season's pass holder you still need to book a Daily Vehicle Permit in advance, but this will be free of charge. For non-season's pass holders regular rates apply daily. They are available for booking at North Beach 5 days in advance of its opening on June 11. Daily Vehicle Permits are already available for booking at Sandbanks. ⁠
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Do: ⁠
✅ Book up to 5 days in advance online at reservations.ontarioparks.com ⁠
✅  Secure a permit for each vehicle that will be visiting the park. ⁠
✅ Reserve whether you plan on visiting the beach or walking the trails. ⁠
✅ Book a Daily Vehicle Permit even if you are a season's pass holder. ⁠
✅ Explore beyond the beach. Head to VisitPEC.ca for inspiration. ⁠
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Don't:⁠
❌ Visit the park without booking a Daily Vehicle Permit in advance, especially on weekends from mid-June through August. ⁠
❌ Choose to come to Sandbanks or North Beach for a spontaneous day trip. ⁠
❌ Get turned away. Book in advance. ⁠
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To reserve your Daily Vehicle permit head to reservations.ontarioparks.com and click Day Use. ⁠
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If you want to add a little fitness to your PEC visit, be sure to check out these two classic spring sporting events returning to The County for the first time since 2019. ⁠
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🚴‍♀️ 7th Annual Rotary Lilac Ride 🚴‍♂️⁠
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@PictonRotary's Annual “Lilac Ride” event in memory of Jim Barkman in support of local charities takes place on May 29 this year. With three distances to choose from, these courses take riders along some of The County’s most beautiful, lilac-lined cycling routes, including Big Island, Northport and Green Point. All routes will start and finish at the Picton Community Centre Rotary Hall.⁠
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Refreshments are provided at all route checkpoints and a delicious post-ride BBQ finishes the day.⁠
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🏃‍♀️ 10th Terroir Run 🍷⁠
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The Terroir Run is a weekend-long event taking place May 27-29. The  main event is on May 28th, a 10K fun run (costumes encouraged!) through PEC's wine country, followed by an epic lunch @theoldthird. Runners are invited to attend a pre-run 4-course tasting meal @parsonsbrewing and a post-run Sunday brunch @karloestates, followed by a trash-bash walk at Sandbanks. $5 from each meal goes to support local charity @rocpec.⁠
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Wondering what's new in the County this year? We've rounded up all of the newest eats, arts, shops, stays, markets, and more in our latest blog. Some old favourites are changing things up this year or have returned after a two-year hiatus, so we've listed those here too. ⁠
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Check out the link in our bio to discover the freshest finds in PEC and start planning your 2022 visit. ⁠
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@theroyalhotelpicton⁠
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