Wally's Sweet Ride Brings Sweet Nostalgia to Bedford Streets
Bedford, IN — Nothing says summer in Lawrence County quite like the cheerful jingle of an ice cream truck rolling through the neighborhood. Enter Wally's Sweet Ride, the local favorite putting smiles on faces and treats in hands across Bedford and beyond.
This family-run operation is all about delivering affordable ice cream, good vibes, and that classic childhood excitement right to your block. Whether you're chasing it down with the kids or just enjoying a midday or evening break, Wally's Sweet Ride has become a welcome sight for families throughout the area.
Updated Route Information (as of 06/11)
Wally's follows a regular weekly schedule that hits key spots in Bedford and neighboring communities. Routes are subject to change based on weather, traffic, emergencies, and customer demand, so follow their Facebook page and turn on notifications for real-time updates.
Current Routes:
- Tuesday: Sasser Addition, Stone Crest, Maple Run, and Timberland Trace
- Wednesday: Avoca/Needmore area, Briarwood, Burkwood Hills, Pinewood
- Thursday: Oolitic, Foxridge, Riverview, and Bedford (North of 5th Street, coming out of Oolitic)
- Friday: Bedford
- Saturday: Bedford
- Sunday: Mitchell, Thorne’s Addition
These are not listed in the exact order they’ll run. Weekdays typically start around 5 p.m., while weekends kick off around 11 a.m. to reach as many folks as possible. They run a smart grid-style system, focusing on longer roads to cover more ground efficiently—sometimes that means heading to the nearest corner to catch them.
The crew is flexible and deeply community-focused. They welcome requests for events, parties, or special stops—just message them on Facebook. As a small family operation (just Wally, her husband—who also works a full-time job—and their family), they appreciate patience and understanding as they work hard to serve as many neighborhoods as possible with only one evening off per week.
What’s on the Menu?
Wally's keeps it simple, fun, and wallet-friendly with a fantastic mix of classics, character bars, premium treats, and creative options.
$1.00 — Mini Swirl Drumsticks (Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry), Mini Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwich, Vanilla/Chocolate Cups, Fla-Vor-Ice Giant Popsicle. $2.00 — Mini Oreo Sandwich, Frollies fruit bars, Fudge Bar, Orange Dream Bar, Twix, Milky Way, Snickers, Classic Drumsticks. $2.50 Character Bars — SpongeBob, Spider-Man, Hello Kitty, Bluey. $3.00 Premium Treats — FatBoy Sandwich, Reese’s, Strawberry Shortcake, KitKat Drumstick, Ben & Jerry’s bars, SO Dairy-Free options, Magnum, and more (including pup cups). $5.00 DIY Float Kit (cup, spoon, ice cream + pop flavor). Drinks ($1 each): Pop, Powerade, Water. Add-ons: Glitter Packet ($1), Pop Rocks ($1), Strawberry Boba ($2).
Prices and availability may vary, but the selection stays fresh while staying true to ice cream truck tradition. Perfect for hot summer days!
Payment Made Easy
They accept Cash, Venmo, and Cash App. No cards—the extra fees would drive up prices, and they want to keep treats affordable for everyone.
Wally's Sweet Ride is a wonderful example of local entrepreneurship brightening up Lawrence County summers. Next time you hear that familiar tune (they’ve got a great speaker system that carries for miles!), flag ‘em down, stay safe when approaching, and support this hardworking family business bringing joy one scoop (or bar, or pop) at a time.
Follow their Facebook page (Wally's Sweet Ride) for the latest routes, updates, and specials—you won’t want to miss them!
Stay cool out there, Bedford! 🍦🚚