Water ice is a frozen dessert popularized in Philadelphia, known for its smooth texture and refreshing fruit flavors.

When is the Water Ice Festival?

The Water Ice Festival takes place on Saturday, July 18 from 2PM–5PM at Ocean Casino Resort.

Where is the Water Ice Festival located?

The Water Ice Festival will be held outside at The Park, located on the Lobby Level, at Ocean Casino Resort.

Do you need tickets to attend?

Yes, you must have a ticket to attend the event. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door on Saturday, July 18.

Where is parking for the event?

Attendees can park on the 11th Floor, the Hotel Lobby Level, at Ocean Casino Resort for the closest access to the Water Ice Festival.

Will the event be held rain or shine?

If there is inclement weather, the Water Ice Festival will be held indoors at TopGolf Swing Suite. Attendees will be notified in advance should the event be moved indoors.

Is the event family-friendly?

Yes, the Water Ice Festival is designed for guests of all ages. Tickets are available for Adults, Kids (under the age of 12), and any children under the age of 2 get free admission.

Which vendors will be featured?

We have over 10 participating vendors, with options ranging from the Jersey Shore and Philadelphia to New York. Vendors include Philadelphia Tropical Treats, Uncle Louie G's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, The Water Ice Factory, Siddiq's Water Ice, The Yummy Palace, Primo Water Ice, Strollo's Lighthouse Homemade Italian Ice, South Philly Ice, The Ice Factory, and John's Water Ice.

Will alcoholic beverages be available?

Yes, a cash bar will be available at the event.

How does voting work for the Water Ice Flavor Contest?

When you check in at the festival, you'll receive voting sticks to cast your vote for both Best Traditional Flavor and Best Non-Traditional Flavor. Simply drop your stick into your favorite vendor's voting container throughout the event. At the end of the festival, Ocean staff will tally the votes and the winners in each category will be announced by Aunt Mary Pat. The winning flavor will be featured at Scoops in The District this summer.

Water Ice Festival

Name: Water Ice Festival
Start: 2026-07-18T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-18T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Ocean Casino Resort

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 2PM - 5PM

Inspired by the iconic summer treat made famous in South Philadelphia—and with Philadelphia taking center stage for America’s 250th birthday—Ocean Casino Resort brought the flavor to life with the first-ever Water Ice Festival at TopGolf Swing Suite on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 2PM-5PM. This family-friendly, ticketed event celebrated the very best of water ice (or Italian ice), featuring vendors from across the region for the coolest summer experience.

Thank you to all of our participating vendors, partners, and guests for making Ocean's inaugural Water Ice Festival a memorable celebration. We look forward to welcoming you back next year!

Official Participating Vendors

From the Jersey Shore to Philadelphia and New York, we brought together some of the best water ice spots around for one refreshing summer celebration. Guests enjoyed fan-favorite flavors, local legends, and can’t-miss treats from vendors who helped makes Ocean's first-ever Water Ice Festival a sweet success.