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Evansville Taco Festival

Sat April 26, 2025 Main Street Food & Beverage
Evansville, IN 47708 US

Countdown until the 2025 Evansville Taco Festival

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Tickets are selling incredibly fast - Secure now and be prepared for an exciting day—see you & your friends there! Be sure to "Share" above to help spread the word!!

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Here is a Directional Map for Free Parking. To ensure a smooth experience, kindly follow and share as you can. We are collaborating with city/county officials to address safety concerns. The Monster Jam at the Ford Center is expected to draw several thousand attendees to the area in addition to thousands of taco fanatics 🌮

Tickets

It's strongly recommended to SECURE Tickets in advance.

General Admission 1pm-7pm (LAST CALL)

$8.99

Ticket includes access into the 2025 Evansville Taco Festival from 1-7pm, 15+ Taco Purveyors, 40+ Tequilas, Mariachi Alegra Live & Slaton Trio Band, eating contests, hot pepper challenge, plus first 1,500 receive sponsored first drink (Cold Beer, Pepsi, Diet, Bottle Water).  All tacos and food sold separately.  Children 12 and under are free and do not need a ticket.

Best Deal! Save 35% on 2 EPIC Food Journeys!

GA TACO FEST 4/26 + FOOD TRUCK FEST 5/17 - GA COMBO TICKET

$12.99

Includes everything that comes with General Admission level tickets and more information will be emailed.

Iron Smoke BBQ - Taco Eating Competition

$5.99

Includes admission into the 2025 Evansville Taco Festival and a seat in the taco eating competition at 5pm.  Report to stage area at 4:45pm.

Super hot pepper challenge plus admission!

Shotzeyville - HOT PEPPER Challenge (5pm near Stage)

$4.99

Includes admission into the 2025 Evansville Taco Festival plus a seat in the hot pepper challenge near the stage at 5pm.

Extremely Limited - Don’t Wait!

VIP Admission (LAST CALL) 12pm-7pm

$42.99

VIP 1 hour early entry 12-7pm, first drink, express entry (left entrance), 4 - $5 food vouchers, Commemorative Drawstring Bag, Mariachi Alegra Live & Slaton Trio Band, eating contests, hot pepper challenge, plus first 1,500 receive sponsored first drink (Cold Beer, Pepsi, Diet, Bottle Water).  All tacos and food sold separately.  Children 12 and under are free and do not need a ticket.

JUST ADDED! Extremely Limited!

Tequila Sampling VIP Party 12-1pm

$39.99

Includes admission into the 2025 Evansville Taco Festival at 12pm, plus 1 hour hosted, private tequila sampling featuring El Jimador, Herradura, Midalgo brands, followed by a premium tequila handcrafted cocktail and choice of sombrero or cowboy hat.  Get in where you fit in, yeehaw!  EXTREMELY LIMITED TICKET.

Our Welcome Policy:

All, regardless of beliefs, origins, religion or race, are invited to join us and feel at home at our events.  We are passionate about uniting everyone together with exciting food journeys that promote the love of food and community!  Help us all, take a peaceful break from our differences and make plans to be at the Evansville Festivals this year!

Event Description

Every year, thousands of taco lovers come together for the best, most-unique tacos, premium margaritas and tequilas, live music, tailgate games, eating contests and so much more to 900 Main Street.

The 7th annual Evansville Taco Festival is happening at Main Street Food & Beverage, 9th and Main Street on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 from 1-7pm, with a limited 1 hour VIP event at 12pm.

BE PREPARED TO ENJOY:
- FIRST 1,500 receive Sponsored Beer, Pepsi or Bottle Water (claim near gate)
- 15+ Taco Booths and Food Trucks
- Tequila Bar with 40+ Tequilas
- Mariachi Alegre and Slaton Trio Band live on stage
- Margaritas, Tequila Bars and other specialty drinks
- Shotzeyville Farms Hot Pepper Eating Contest + Iron Smoke BBQ Taco Eating Competition
- People's Choice Judging for best Taco!
- Petting Zoo, Pony Rides and more kids fun!
- Best Taco Eccentric Dress Contest (GET CREATIVE!)
- FREE Parking & much more!
- 270 Corn Hole Tournament (Scoreholio sign up https://share.scoreholio.com/dlfRq1v7jSb)

VENDORS (Last call)
To be considered as a food and non-food vendor please register here: https://forms.gle/94ksew9yFsv4anfBA

KIDS DETAILS
- Children 12 & under are FREE & do not need a ticket

ALL VENDORS

FOOD TRUCKS & TRAILERS

Jus burgers
Taco tommy
Vansauwa's Tacos and Vegan Eats
HandHeld FoodTruck
Darly taqueria
Seasons Creations
Hitch + Click Photos
Palate Junkies
Coco bongos indy
Spill The Tea With Mama Z
Anna Marie’s fajita shack
Two brothers shakeups LLC
Iron Smoke BBQ
TAQUERIA EL REGIO LLC
Taco Jo’s
Taqueria Vargas
Pilis Party Taco
Agaves Mexican Grill
Red Tacos
Cookie Plug / Cookie Airlines

TENT VENDORS

Wall's Organic
LeafFilter
Clncreations
Yogis berries
Sierras Sweet Shoppe
Jk Rocks and Minerals and 3DPrints
Want Some Stuff
Made By Eli
Poppin In The City
CatDaddy Custom Engraving/Ms. Kitty's Custom Designs
Wellcare
Yummy Stuff
Uncle G’s Lemon smashers and more
Plaza México

WHY ADMISSION CHARGE?
Outdoor/Indoor Festivals are high risk endeavors with months of planning involved.  We solicit sponsorships, vendor and admission fees without any guarantee of covering the costs associated with staffing, infrastructure, equipment rentals, permitting, marketing/advertising, management, entertainment, venue rental, insurance and any unknown surprises that may occur due to acts of God, pandemic and or extreme weather conditions.  The balance of the monies goes directly back into the community to support exciting world-class events aimed to highlight local business, restaurants, tourism and community development.

OUR GUARANTEE
You will have one of the best days you've ever had in Evansville!  We are always sharpening our pencils to ensure a valued-centered experience for all of our guests.  We also have team members located at gate areas who will assist to ensure we address any concerns or issues during your visit during the event.

REFUND & EXCHANGE POLICY
*All tickets purchased for The Evansville Taco Festival by phone or online are final. We Do Not issue refunds or exchanges & this is a Rain or Shine Outdoor event.

VENDORS
To be considered as a food and non-food vendor please register here: https://forms.gle/qBpo1SCSD76pJ7nY8

SPONSORS
For great ways to market your company in the community and be a supporter of live events, live music, local food culture and small business please submit email hey@evansvilleevents.com

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Event Location

Main Street Food & Beverage
900 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708 US View Location on Map

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