Get ready for a day of tacos and so much more! The original Pittsburgh Taco Festival happens Saturday, August 26th at the Stacks at 3 Crossings. The event runs 12:30pm-7:00pm with early admission at 11:30am.
This event has been a blast in the past, so it’s sure to be a fun Saturday in the Strip! Delicious tacos will be everywhere. Does it get any better than that?
![A wide overhead shot of the Pittsburgh Taco Festival at the Strip District.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OriginalTacoFest_crowd_fbPittsburghTacoFestival.jpg)
What to Expect at the Festival
It’s a packed day of family-friendly events. This taco festival features live entertainment, 25+ food trucks, street vendors, and restaurants! The following vendors will be there – find your favorite:
- La Palapa
- El Sabor
- Caustelot Creamery
- Los Gallitos
- Let’s Taco
- Arepittas
- Catatoullie
- Las Palmas
- California Taco Shop
- Shorty’s
- Juniper Grill
- BTOS Kitchen
- Frios Gourmet Popsicles
- Los Gingos Tacos
- El Colibri LLC
- Cilantro & Ajo
- La Bellita
- Papelon Bistro
- Taqueria El Pastorcito
- Vaya Mexican Street Food
- Tocayo Food Truck
- Cocina Los Cabos
- El Chaqueno
- Pupusas y Antojitos Helen
- Mobile Chef Food Trailer
![A photo of people waiting in line at the Let's Taco truck at the Pittsburgh Taco Festival.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OriginalTacoFest_letstaco_fbPittsburghTacoFestival.jpg)
During the event, you’ll get to enjoy awesome authentic Hispanic entertainment, which includes: Hugo Cruz & Caminos, Gavas Beat, Mariachi Internacional, Noel Quintana & The Latin Crew, and Guaracha live music & salsa dancing!
If you ever wanted to learn how to salsa dance, this is your chance. There will be salsa dancing lessons throughout the day!
![A photo of dancers in traditional clothing performing a salsa dance at the Pittsburgh Taco Festival.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OriginalTacoFest_performers_fbPittsburghTacoFestival.jpg)
You’ll also find specialty drinks, beer, liquor, vendors, the art market from Redfishbowl, and The Pittsburgh Art Bus. Not to mention, tequila cocktails! Give them a shot!
About the Festival
The event is produced with the support of the Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation and Casa San Jose. A portion of these proceeds directly benefit these organizations. The event supports and raises funds and awareness for Pittsburgh’s Latin-American community.
![A photo of music performers in traditional clothing playing at the Pittsburgh Taco Festival.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OriginalTacoFest_music_fbPittsburghTacoFestival.jpg)
“The festival was founded in 2016 by Craig McCloud, who wanted to create an opportunity that benefitted food trucks/start-ups while also incorporating support for non-profits which serve Pittsburgh’s Latin-American community.”
Get Tickets
Tickets start at $13.00 for general admission. Ticket packages are also available for raffle tickets, festival t-shirts, free parking, free posters, and early admission. GA tickets at the door will increase to $18.00 per ticket, so get your tickets online now!
![A photo of two tacos on a plate.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OriginalTacoFest_tacos_fbPittsburghTacoFestival.jpg)