A fun, hands-on date night, make it one to remember.

VIP Gelato Academy Experience

Everything you love about our Gelato Academy, with a little extra, more time, more indulgence, and a few thoughtful upgrades to make it even sweeter.

What’s Included - $135 Per Guest

Behind the Scenes Culture Tour

A behind the scenes look at how we craft gelato and operate day to day.

Gelato & Sorbetto Tasting

Try your way through our core and seasonal lineup, pace yourself (or don’t).

Hands-on Gelato Making

Create your own gelato flavours together with expert guidance.

4 Custom Pints To Take-Home

You’ll team up, create a custom flavour in pairs, and take home 8 pints, 4 each.

15% Off In-Store Discount

Stock up while you’re here, future you will be very into this.

Two Drinks to Sip & Enjoy

Beer, wine, kombucha, or coffee, sip something good while you create.

Curated Charcuterie Board

Something to graze on while you dream up your flavour.

Let's make this official 👇

See what’s available on our calendar and lock in your spot.

Have a Gift Certificate?

Lucky you! If you have an open date ticket please email experience@righteousgelato.com with your order number and your preferred date from the dates available in the above calendar.

SHOP GIFT CERTIFICATES

Don’t Take Our Word for It

Our time at Righteous Gelato was the highlight of our time in Calgary. My husband and I had a great time picking and making our flavor.
- Cameron M.
We were celebrating birthdays and had a lot of fun. The staff were great. Wish we had done this sooner in the hot summer months but it was still great.
- T. B.
Bought this for my mom for her birthday, and we both had so much fun! Miles and Glenn were very friendly and knowledgeable.
- Daphne B.
We had so much fun for my husbands birthday. I misread the description I thought we got 4 pints of gelato - no it’s 4 pints each. Our freezer is so full and we have a great memory.
- M. L.
Went for a belated anniversary and had a great time learning about what goes into making gelato and sorbetto, making our own, and getting the full tour with the tasting.
- Mike J
My husband and I took the Righteous Gelato Academy Experience this past weekend and it was great! The staff are wonderful and the class was informative and fun.
- Cara T.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How long is the experience?

  • Tour & Tasting: ~45–60 minute
  • Gelato Academy: ~2 hours
  • VIP Academy: ~2.5 hours

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes! All experiences must be booked in advance through our website.

Can I reschedule my booking?

We get it, life happens. If you need to reschedule, just give us at least 48 hours notice and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Is this experience suitable for kids?

  • Absolutely. Our experiences are best suited for guests 12+, especially for the hands-on portions.
  • For groups with younger kids, we recommend our Tour & Tasting. It’s a fun, flavour-packed way to explore, sample, and enjoy without the more hands-on elements.
  • Younger guests are welcome to join alongside a participating parent during our Gelato Academy experience (no charge to tag along), but may need a little extra supervision.
  • Our VIP Gelato Academy experience is designed as an adults-only evening.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

We offer both gelato and dairy-free sorbetto options. If you have specific dietary needs or allergies, please let us know ahead of time and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Are the gelato batches made during classes nut-free or gluten-free?

Our class batches are made in our test kitchen, which is separate from our main factory and used for recipe development, including ingredients like nuts and gluten. Because of this, we can’t guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

If you or someone in your group has a severe allergy, we recommend reaching out ahead of your visit so we can help guide the best experience

What should I wear?

For our Tour & Tasting, wear whatever you’re comfortable in, no hands-on, just good times and great flavours.

For our Gelato Academy experiences, closed-toe shoes are required (gelato is fun, but safety first). We also recommend wearing something comfortable, you’ll be getting hands-on and things might get a little deliciously messy.

Will I get to take anything home?

Duh!

  • Tour & Tasting: 2 surprise pints
  • Gelato Academy & VIP Classes: 4 pints per person

Can I purchase additional products during my visit?

Absolutely. All guests receive 15% off purchases in our café during their visit. So stock up, baby!

Where are you located?

We are located in Mayland Heights at #110 221 19th Street S.E Calgary, AB 

Is parking available?

Yes, we’ve got plenty. Look for Righteous-marked spots or grab street parking nearby..