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Shaved Ice Bar

Shaved Ice Cart Catering in Los Angeles, Orange County & Beyond

Fluffy shaved ice piled with house-made syrups, fresh fruit, and sweet condensed milk — not your average snow cone. 58 Hester's shaved ice cart cools down summer weddings, corporate events, and brand activations across Southern California.

Great alongside our coffee, matcha, or lemonade cart — one vendor, one invoice.

Custom pricing lands in your inbox — serving all of Southern California

Trusted by brands we've served

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Not Your Average Snow Cone

Fluffy ice, house-made syrups, and real fruit — an elevated summer treat.

House-Made Syrups

Real, house-made syrups from classic strawberry to mango, lychee, and seasonal specials — brighter than the bottled stuff.

Fresh Fruit & Condensed Milk

Pile on fresh fruit and a drizzle of sweet condensed milk for an elevated, photo-ready treat.

Custom Flavors & Colors

Match flavors and colors to your brand or wedding palette for a cohesive look.

One Vendor for the Whole Event

Bundle shaved ice with our coffee, matcha, or lemonade cart under one invoice.

Get Shaved Ice Cart Pricing

Tell us your date, guest count, and service window and we'll build a custom quote for your wedding, corporate event, brand activation, or private party across Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and the Coachella Valley.

Thanks! We'll review your details and contact you as soon as possible — usually the same day.

Included With Every Booking

Dedicated Attendant

A trained 58 Hester attendant handles load-in, service, and a clean load-out. We arrive 1–2 hours before service.

Custom Cart & Branding

Our polished cart styled to your event, with custom labels and menu signage included on every booking.

Flavors & Service

A selection of house-made syrups with fresh fruit and condensed milk options. Minimum 2-hour service window.

Travel & Booking

We travel across Southern California. Taxes built into your quote — no surprise line items — and a simple deposit secures your date.

Our Shaved Ice Flavor Menu

Soft, snow-like ice with in-house fruit syrups and fresh-cut toppings — self-powered so it works on rooftops, beaches, and gardens most caterers can't reach. Choose three syrups and three toppings.

Syrups

  • Strawberry
  • Mango
  • Blue Raspberry
  • Watermelon
  • Pineapple
  • Cherry
  • Lychee
  • Passionfruit
  • Coconut

Toppings

  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Pineapple
  • Blueberries
  • Mango
  • Mochi Bites
  • Popping Pearls

Finishing Touches

  • Condensed-Milk Snow Cap
  • Coconut-Milk Snow Cap (vegan)
  • Fresh Fruit Medley

Make It Yours

  • Compostable bowls & spoons
  • Vegan & gluten-free options
  • Brand-color syrups
  • A custom flavor of your choice

Every syrup is made in-house with cane sugar and plant-based color. Ask about custom flavors like rose petal, hibiscus, and lavender, or brand-color-matched syrups for activations (2–3 weeks lead time).

Service Options & Add-Ons

Custom Cups

Compostable kraft bowls come standard; custom-labeled or branded cups available on request.

Custom Syrups

We develop brand-matched or specialty syrups — rose petal, lychee, hibiscus, and more.

Self-Powered Cart

Battery-powered for single-cart events — no outlet needed for rooftops, beaches, and gardens.

Pair & Save

Bundle shaved ice with popcorn, cotton candy, or any cart under one quote.

Trusted for Service at 3,000+ Events

Rated 5.0 on Google. Professional, punctual staff and custom-branded setups across Southern California.

3,000+ Events

A track record across weddings, corporate events, and brand activations.

Professional Staff

Trained attendants handle load-in, service, and a clean load-out.

Custom-Branded

Cups, labels, menus, and cart styling matched to your event.

One Vendor, One Invoice

Bundle multiple carts with a single point of contact.

Simple Setup Requirements

Our shaved ice cart station is fully self-contained. Here's all we need from your venue.

Power

One standard outlet near the service area for the shaver, plus space for our ice supply. We bring extension cords.

Space

About a 5×5 ft area per station, with clearance to reach your service spot. Let us know about stairs or long carries in advance.

Access & Contact

Wheelchair-accessible access for the cart's wheels and a day-of point of contact to show us where to set up.

Shaved Ice Cart FAQ

How much does Shaved ice cart catering cost?

Shaved ice cart catering with 58 Hester typically starts around $500 for a two-hour service and scales with guest count, flavors, and custom branding. Pricing also depends on your event location across Southern California. Fill out our quote form for exact pricing for your date.

How is this different from a snow cone?

We use finer, fluffier shaved ice and house-made syrups, plus toppings like fresh fruit and condensed milk — a step above a typical snow cone.

What flavors do you offer?

Strawberry, mango, lychee, and seasonal specials, with custom flavors and colors available.

Do you have dairy-free options?

Yes. Condensed milk is optional, and most syrups are dairy-free — guests can build their own.

Is it good for outdoor events?

Yes, it's a favorite summer refresher. We plan ice supply and timing around your venue and weather.

How many guests can you serve?

We scale to your guest count and add staff for larger crowds, from small parties to 1,000+ guests.

Can you match our colors?

Yes. We can match syrup colors to your brand or wedding palette.

Get a Shaved Ice Quote

Pair It With Our Other Event Carts

One vendor for your whole event. Explore the rest of our mobile catering lineup.

Shaved Ice Catering That Beats a Snow Cone

Shaved ice catering is an elevated summer treat for weddings, festivals, and private parties across Southern California. Unlike a typical snow cone, we use fine, fluffy ice and house-made syrups in flavors from strawberry and mango to lychee, then pile on fresh fruit and sweet condensed milk for a treat that looks as good as it tastes.

We match syrup flavors and colors to your brand or wedding palette, offer dairy-free builds, and plan ice supply and timing around your venue and the weather. A shaved ice cart pairs well with our lemonade, slushie, and coffee carts for a complete refreshment experience from one professional vendor.

Event Types We Cater

One shaved ice cart scales from an intimate gathering to a 1,000-guest activation.

Planning a specific event? Explore our wedding, corporate, festival, and brand activation catering.

Shaved Ice Cart for Weddings

A shaved ice cart adds a memorable, photo-ready moment to cocktail hour, receptions, showers, and welcome parties. We match cups and colors to your palette, and can pair it with our coffee or matcha bar so you book one vendor for the whole day.

Shaved Ice Cart for Corporate Events & Activations

Draw a crowd at conferences, product launches, grand openings, and brand activations. Custom-branded cups and signage turn the shaved ice cart into a marketing moment guests photograph and share.

Shaved Ice Cart for Private Parties

Birthdays, graduations, baby showers, holiday parties, and backyard celebrations feel special with a shaved ice cart. Guests of every age love it, and we handle setup, service, and a clean breakdown.

Shaved Ice Cart for Festivals & Large Events

For festivals and large gatherings we bring additional staff and equipment to serve high volume without slowing the line, with branding for the event or an activating sponsor.

What's Included With Every Shaved Ice Cart Booking

Every booking includes everything needed to run a smooth shaved ice cart from setup to breakdown, tailored to your guest count and event.

Bring the Shaved Ice Cart to Your Next Event

Serving Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Riverside County, the Coachella Valley, and surrounding Southern California cities.

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