The Barrel of Fun Ice Cream

The Barrel of Fun Ice Cream Also known as "The Barrel" Barrel of Fun Ice Cream is an eye catching 12 foot tall red and white st The plant environment wasn't working.
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History:

After a plant closing offered a business class for those losing their jobs, Owner/Operator Mark Beam decided he wanted to open his own business. Due to what was felt to be a low overhead business, Mark and wife, Lisa, decided to open an ice cream store. Barrel of Fun Ice Cream (The Barrel) was established in Louisville, Kentucky, Spring 1994. A stand-alone building was purchased, red and

white striped barrel, as an eye catcher. It took approx. 6-12 months to renovate the barrel and have it moved to a park like setting on Smyrna Parkway in Okolona. Additional space was added to support the necessary building requirements as well as dipping cabinets and equipment for food items. In the beginning, The Barrel only served hand-dipped ice cream and a few food items. Through the years additional items and space have been added to incorporate soft serve ice cream as well as other "Treats you Deserve". Today, 2011, Mark and Lisa remain Owner/Operators but have added family members and staff to help run the seasonal business. Where once maybe 1-2 employees could have served the nightly crowd, we need at least 4-5 now. In 2012, we hope to have a little different Barrel of Fun. Current plans are to expand the outdoor space and offer a few more menu items. Possibly offer some party packages. It is a great gathering place for family and friends to have that cold dessert on a warm summer night.

It's Louisville Burger Week 🍔 and although we aren't on the list, our burgers are a neighborhood fav!! Come on up and s...
07/14/2026

It's Louisville Burger Week 🍔 and although we aren't on the list, our burgers are a neighborhood fav!! Come on up and see us! 🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦

**Owner Found!!!! He has a microchip ❤️🐕**Is this your Little Man? He is safe with us at The Barrel of Fun, getting lots...
07/07/2026

**Owner Found!!!! He has a microchip ❤️🐕**

Is this your Little Man? He is safe with us at The Barrel of Fun, getting lots of love... but we want him to get back home where he can be safe and cool!!!

The Barrel of Fun will be CLOSED tomorrow, July 4th, so our employees can celebrate!! We are open until 9pm tonight and ...
07/03/2026

The Barrel of Fun will be CLOSED tomorrow, July 4th, so our employees can celebrate!! We are open until 9pm tonight and will be open Sunday!!

What a fine day for a Barrel Burger and a Shake!! Open Tuesday-Sunday from 2pm to 9pm 🍦🍔 Serving up all your classic fav...
06/11/2026

What a fine day for a Barrel Burger and a Shake!! Open Tuesday-Sunday from 2pm to 9pm 🍦🍔 Serving up all your classic favorites!!

Not all days can be sunny days, but ice cream can make it still feel like one!! Sunshine on a cone!! 🌞🍦🌞🍦 open today fro...
05/26/2026

Not all days can be sunny days, but ice cream can make it still feel like one!! Sunshine on a cone!! 🌞🍦🌞🍦 open today from 2pm to 9pm!!

Just because it's duck weather doesn't mean you can't come to the Barrel of Fun!! We are open today from 2pm to 9pm 🍦🦆
05/24/2026

Just because it's duck weather doesn't mean you can't come to the Barrel of Fun!! We are open today from 2pm to 9pm 🍦🦆

Today's necessities!! We will be open today!! 2pm to 9pm. Come on up for your favorite treats!! 🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔
05/22/2026

Today's necessities!! We will be open today!! 2pm to 9pm. Come on up for your favorite treats!! 🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔

Ice Cream is still yummy even when it rains!! Come see us, 2pm to 9pm 🍦🍔 grab a milkshake and a Barrel Burger to brighte...
05/20/2026

Ice Cream is still yummy even when it rains!! Come see us, 2pm to 9pm 🍦🍔 grab a milkshake and a Barrel Burger to brighten this gloomy day!!

Storms, what storms?? It's still a perfect day for your favorite Barrel Treats!! The rain is holding off so you can enjo...
05/16/2026

Storms, what storms?? It's still a perfect day for your favorite Barrel Treats!! The rain is holding off so you can enjoy some Barrel goodness 🍦❤️

Barrel of Fun Fans!! Just a reminder, we are closed today.. but we will be OPEN TOMORROW so come see us!! Sunday 2-9pm 🍔...
05/02/2026

Barrel of Fun Fans!! Just a reminder, we are closed today.. but we will be OPEN TOMORROW so come see us!! Sunday 2-9pm 🍔🍦🍔🍦🍔🍦

Address

9421 Smyrna Pkwy
Louisville, KY
40229

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 9pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 4pm - 9pm
Saturday 2pm - 9pm
Sunday 2pm - 9pm

Telephone

+15024191657

Website

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