Ice Cream, Gelato, Shave Ice and More to Enjoy This Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day weekend is here, and with beautiful weather ahead, there is no better way to kick off the unofficial start of summer than with something sweet in Carlsbad Village.

From sunny beach days and shopping strolls to afternoon walks downtown with friends and family, the Village is full of fun spots to stop, cool down, and treat yourself all weekend long. Whether you are craving ice cream, shave ice, frozen yogurt, gelato, or fruity frozen treats, there is something waiting around nearly every corner.

One of the newest additions to downtown, Crispy Cones, is already becoming a favorite for its grilled pastry cones filled with soft serve, sauces, and fun toppings. It is the kind of dessert that instantly feels like summer and makes for the perfect after-dinner stop.

You can never go wrong with a visit to Handel’s Ice Cream, a longtime local favorite known for its rich homemade flavors and generous scoops. Just down the way, Froglanders Frozen Yogurt is always a fun choice for creating your own froyo masterpiece with endless toppings.

If you are looking for something bright and refreshing after a beach day, Aloha Ice Co. serves tropical shave ice packed with colorful flavors and laid-back island vibes. Nearby, The Strawberry Shack is serving up strawberry lemonade, shakes, sundaes, Dole soft serve floats, and other sweet treats perfect for a warm holiday weekend.

Sweet Spot and Stella Jean’s Ice Cream both bring creative small-batch ice cream flavors to the Village, making every stop feel like a sweet little summer tradition.

For the gelato lovers, GelatoLove is a must. Their creamy gelato is always worth the visit, and their affogato featuring rich espresso poured over gelato is the perfect afternoon pick-me-up while wandering downtown.

However you choose to spend the long weekend, make time to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy all the sweet moments that make summer in Carlsbad Village so special.