Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking a Mr Softy ice cream van for your event

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Mr Softy vans can travel several hundred kilometres from their base locations to cater for eents.

The normal range of travel for our drivers is up to 60Km's range from their bases, they can travel beyond that distance but travelling surcharges may apply.

Our vans are located at many locations, if you submit a booking request the driver/s will indicate in their quotes how far they are from your location.

Yes, we do cater for weddings and engagements. We offer tailored packages for your special day to make it a memorable occasion for you and your guests.

We have catered for thousands of weddings over the years.

We have a special gourmet ice cream menu available for wedding and engagements. See more in our Products page.

We cater for weddings, engagements, birthdays, office parties, school fetes, corporate events, university open days, sports days, Christmas Parties and more.

Whatever type of event you are organising for contact us, we will be more than happy to cater for your event.

Yes, depending on the van allocated to your, we can also provide gelato, sorbet, fairy floss, popcorn, hot dogs, donuts and drinks.
When you send us your quote request select all the items you require, if any items are not available from the allocated van you will be advise accordingly.

Yes, all bookings include friendly and professional staff to serve your guests.

This depends on your package and event requirements. We can tailor service times to suit your event.

Yes, we regularly cater for large events with multiple vans if required.

All of our vans are fully self-contained and do not require external power. In fact our new vans are all powered by 100% renewable energy. no noisy generators, no smells no fumes! 100% eco friendly.

Yes, our vans are perfect for outdoor events including parks, beaches and private properties.

Simply submit a quote request through our website and our team will get back to you promptly.

Yes, a deposit is required to secure your booking date.

We service major cities and many regional areas across Australia.

Yes, we can tailor packages based on your event size, duration and food preferences.

We offer a range of options including sorbet and other alternatives depending on availability.

We can still operate in most weather conditions and will work with you to adjust if needed.

Yes, you can request specific products and we will confirm availability based on the assigned van.

Our soft serve is freshly made and served on site for the best quality.

Yes, we operate across multiple states depending on availability.

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for peak periods.

Yes, we offer branding opportunities for corporate and promotional events.

Yes, all prices indicated on ourr web site are inclusive of GST

Yes, all bookings receive a formal Tax Invoice with payment details.

Your event remains pending until payment is received. While an event is pending, driver availability is not locked in.

Once payment has been successfully received, your booking is confirmed and the allocated driver is committed to your event.

If the allocated driver is unable to attend because of illness, vehicle breakdown or another unforeseen circumstance, Mr Softy will endeavour to arrange a replacement driver for the same date and time, or as close to the requested time as reasonably possible.

If we are unable to provide a suitable replacement, a full refund of the amount paid for the event can be issued.

Not always. Mr Softy has built and supplied hundreds of vans to owner-operators throughout Australia. Each van originally left our factory in the traditional pink-and-white Mr Softy colours and was equipped to serve the full Mr Softy range. Over time, individual operators may change the van’s colour, signage, layout or equipment. The van attending your event may therefore look different from the examples shown on our website, and available products can vary between operators. Your quote will confirm the products available for your event.

Brand and history questions

Mr Whippy and Mr Softy

Are Mr Softy and Mr Whippy the same business?

No. Mr Softy is an independent Australian ice cream van business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to the current owner or operator of the Mr Whippy brand.

What is Mr Softy's historical connection with Mr Whippy?

Mr Softy's family history began in Melbourne in 1968 with an original Mr Whippy van. In the mid-1970s, the family van and business were rebranded as Mr Softy. See the family history and photographs.

Can I hire Mr Softy for the classic soft-serve ice cream van experience?

Yes. Mr Softy offers independently branded ice cream van catering for birthdays, weddings, schools, workplaces, corporate events and community celebrations.

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