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Mobile Soft Serve · San Diego

Soft Serve Catering in San Diego

Creamy vanilla, chocolate, and swirl soft serve with a custom toppings bar. 58 Hester brings a mobile soft serve to beachfront weddings in La Jolla and Del Mar, conventions downtown, brand activations at Fashion Valley, and corporate events across the county across San Diego.

Serving San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Chula Vista, Escondido, and beyond — book it on its own or alongside our coffee and matcha bars for one vendor, one invoice, one point of contact.

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A Soft Serve Made for San Diego Events

From beachfront weddings in La Jolla and Del Mar, conventions downtown, brand activations at Fashion Valley, and corporate events across the county, our mobile soft serve fits naturally into downtown conventions, brand activations at Fashion Valley, beachfront weddings in La Jolla, and film wrap parties. One barista comfortably serves intimate gatherings; for larger crowds we add staff and carts to keep the line moving.

Vanilla, Chocolate & Swirl

Classic soft serve in cups or cones, with a swirl option guests love.

Build-Your-Own Toppings

Sprinkles, sauces, crushed candy, and seasonal toppings.

Custom Cups & Branding

Branded cups and toppings to match your event.

One Vendor for the Whole Event

Bundle soft serve with our coffee or matcha cart.

Get Soft Serve Catering Pricing in San Diego

Tell us your date, guest count, and service window and we'll build a custom quote for your San Diego event — usually the same day.

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 early.

Custom Cart & Branding

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

Flavors & Service

A curated flavor lineup with a minimum 2-hour service window, scaled to your crowd.

Travel & Booking

We travel across Southern California. Taxes built into your quote and a simple deposit secures your date.

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 activations.

Professional Staff

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

Custom-Branded

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

One Vendor, One Invoice

Bundle multiple carts with a single point of contact.

San Diego Cities We Serve

We provide mobile soft serve catering throughout San Diego County, including these communities and beyond.

Soft Serve Catering in San Diego FAQ

How much does soft serve cost in San Diego?

Soft serve catering with 58 Hester typically starts around $550 for a two-hour service. Most San Diego events range from $550 to $1,500, depending on guest count, service hours, and menu. Fill out our quote form for exact pricing for your date.

Which San Diego cities do you serve?

We serve San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Chula Vista, Escondido, Encinitas, Del Mar, and surrounding communities. Hosting elsewhere in San Diego County? Reach out — if it's in the county, we'll be there.

Can you serve outdoor San Diego events?

Yes. We serve outdoor events across San Diego County and recommend a shaded or covered setup during warmer months. When power isn't available nearby, we can bring a generator for a small fee.

Do you have dairy-free options?

We can offer a dairy-free or sorbet-style option on request.

Do you need setup time?

Yes — the machine needs lead time to reach serving temperature.

How far in advance should I book?

For weekend weddings and peak season, 2–4 weeks ahead is ideal. We can sometimes accommodate shorter timelines for weekday events — reach out and we'll check your date.

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Soft Serve in Other Counties

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Soft Serve for Weddings, Corporate Events & Celebrations in San Diego County

Searching for soft serve catering in San Diego County? 58 Hester brings creamy vanilla, chocolate, and swirl soft serve with a toppings bar to weddings, offices, and celebrations across the county.

We serve at venues such as Hotel del Coronado, Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla, and Estancia La Jolla, and cater beachfront and resort weddings, downtown conventions and expos, and Sorrento Valley and UTC corporate events. San Diego County pairs beachfront wedding venues in La Jolla and Coronado with a strong convention, biotech, and film scene.

Guests customize every serving at the build-your-own bar, with branded cups and a dairy-free option on request. San Diego's famously mild climate makes it one of the best year-round outdoor markets in the state. Pair it with our coffee or matcha cart for a complete experience, and reach neighboring Orange County and the Inland Empire too.

Event Types We Cater

One soft serve station scales from an intimate gathering to a 1,000-guest activation.

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

Soft Serve for Weddings

A soft serve station 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.

Soft Serve for Corporate Events & Activations

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

Soft Serve for Private Parties

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

Soft Serve 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 Soft Serve Booking

Every booking includes everything needed to run a smooth soft serve station from setup to breakdown, tailored to your guest count and event.

Bring the Soft Serve to Your San Diego Event

Serving San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Chula Vista and surrounding San Diego County communities.

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