Chandler gets ready for ice cream fest

Chandler’s annual ice cream festival will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 7, in Tilghman Park in Chandler.
The festival began six years ago as a thanks to Hiland Dairy Foods Company, which operates a manufacturing plant in Chandler. The city and Hiland Dairy Foods Company work together at the festival to give out free, unlimited ice cream cones in chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and butter pecan flavors.
Last year, 2,800 ice cream cones were served.
The festival is held in conjunction with Chandler Trade Days, and besides ice cream, visitors may enjoy local food vendors, a homemade ice cream contest, rides for children and live entertainment. The John Arnold Band and Jimmy Henley and a Touch of Grass will be part of the entertainment.