MilkShake Factory Debuts in Orlando with First Central Florida Location Opening Saturday, July 25

To celebrate, the Downtown Orlando MilkShake Factory will host a grand opening event on July 25 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., featuring a buy one, get one free offer on shakes, sundaes and molten cups, free MilkShake Factory T-shirts for the first 100 customers, a gift basket for the first guest in line, a DJ to kick off the celebration and plenty of festive energy throughout the afternoon.

The Downtown Orlando MilkShake Factory is owned and operated by father-son franchise partners Capt. Miller Johnson III and Miller Johnson IV, who are introducing the brand to Central Florida as part of a three-store development agreement.

Capt. Johnson, a U.S. Air Force veteran and a 30-year airline captain with UPS, first discovered the brand while traveling regularly to Pittsburgh for work, where the downtown location quickly became a favorite stop. After sharing the experience with his son during one of their visits to the city, the pair was inspired by MilkShake Factory's family legacy, premium desserts and commitment to quality. They knew they wanted to bring that same experience home to Orlando.

“Opening the very first MilkShake Factory in Orlando is incredibly exciting for our family,” said MJ (Miller Johnson IV). “My father served our country as an Air Force officer during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm and has spent the past 30 years as an airline captain with UPS. Those experiences helped shape our family’s values of service, excellence, commitment, and community involvement.

Whether guests are heading to a game, exploring downtown, or simply looking for a great dessert, we’re excited to become part of the community, create a place where families and friends can make lasting memories, and share smiles one shake at a time.”

Located in Downtown Orlando's historic Parramore District, the new MilkShake Factory sits between two of the city's entertainment destinations, home to the Orlando Magic and Orlando City Soccer Club. With year-round sporting events, concerts and community gatherings, the location provides a convenient stop for families, visitors and locals looking to enjoy a handcrafted dessert before or after the action.