Gelato Festival Washington D.C.

For the last ten years, Gelato Festival has worked hard to share the delight that is artisanal gelato making and is very excited to return to Washington, D.C. once again. Gelato chefs from all over the world will compete with original flavors to determine who is the best to celebrate and enjoy Italy’s iconic frozen dessert. Organized in collaboration with Carpigiani and Sigep – Italian Exhibition Group, the Gelato Festival spreads knowledge and enjoyment of real Italian artisanal gelato through a contest where the chef behind the best gelato wins a gold medal by Florentine Goldsmith Paolo Penko. A wristband will entitle you to all the gelato you can eat while participating in activities and voting for competing gelatos and the chefs who created them. In advance tickets are: $10 for kids (ages 12 & under); $25 for adults; $20 for seniors / Armed Forces. Tickets at the gate are: $15 for kids (ages 12 & under); $30 for adults; $25 for seniors / Armed Forces. Children ages 0-2 join the fun for free! The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. To purchase a ticket, click here.