Calculate the perfect amount of ice for your event. Whether you're planning a wedding, function, or managing a business, our specialised calculators will help you determine exactly how much ice you need.
Calculate ice needed from drink quantities, event length and temperature — for weddings, race days, shows and functions.
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Built for events across the Riverina and border country — estimate ice for weddings and functions before you order.
Enter how many cartons of beer or soft drink and boxes of wine you're chilling.
Longer events and hotter days melt ice faster — we factor both into the estimate.
See suggested quantities of Smith's Ice bags so you can order with confidence.
Choose the wedding and function calculator, then enter drink quantities, how long the event runs, and the expected temperature. We convert that into an estimate of how many ice bags you'll need.
It depends on drinks volume, event length and weather. As a guide, plan enough ice to chill beverages thoroughly and keep a reserve for top-ups — the calculator produces a bag count from your numbers instead of a one-size-fits-all rule.
Beer and soft-drink cartons, wine boxes, event duration and temperature range. Those inputs drive melt rate and chilling demand for weddings, race days, shows and similar functions.
Results are estimates only and should be used as a guide.
No — results are estimates only and should be used as a guide. If you're unsure, order a little extra or contact Smith's Ice for advice on larger events.
Yes. Use the recommended bag quantities when ordering through the portal if you have an account, or contact us for event and bulk orders across the Riverina and north-east Victoria.