COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — One of the Midwest’s most beloved summer events is back—and tastier than ever. The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns for its 14th year on August 16–17 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard, promising a weekend packed with delicious eats, live music, unique shopping, and an all-new VIP experience.
Recently ranked the No. 4 Best City Food Festival in the U.S. by USA Today, the event continues to draw foodies and families from across the region. This year, more than 40 food trucks will serve up everything from barbecue and gelato to lobster rolls, crepes, and tacos.
New this year, the Long Drink VIP Lounge, an exclusive indoor retreat located in the Ganyard Building.
VIP guests will enjoy:
- Four daily acoustic sets by MikelParis of O.A.R.
- Complimentary Pepsi products and a Graeter’s Ice Cream dessert ticket
- A rotating selection of sample-size bites from featured food trucks
- VIP-only bar access and limited-edition merch, including a festival T-shirt for the first 50 guests
- VIP passes are $30 in advance and $50 beginning August 16, with limited availability. VIP guests must be 21 or older, though underage guests may enter with a parent or guardian.
Live music performances will take place all weekend on the main stage. Highlights include:
- Saturday: School of Rock Dublin, Blue Spectrum, A Band Called Dreamland, Friends of The Dead, The Liner Notes
- Sunday: School of Rock Columbus, Andy Shaw Band, Angela Perley, Lawler
Food truck favorites include:
- Cousins Maine Lobster
- Graeter’s Ice Cream
- The Original Steaks and Hoagies
- Big Pappy’s BBQ
- Chicken Mac
- IrieJam Island Grill
- Frida’s Authentic Mexican
- Zapatas Street Food
Shop Local & Vintage
- Two vendor markets will delight shoppers looking for handcrafted, one-of-a-kind goods:
- Artisan Village: Features local makers and businesses such as Coffico African Beauty and Fashion, Angry Irishman LLC, and Bluebird Meadow Llama Farm
- Columbus Vintage Exchange: A curated marketplace of vinyl records, retro toys, vintage clothing, and collectible treasures
Festival Hours & Location
- Saturday, August 16: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Sunday, August 17: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Location: Franklin County Fairgrounds, 4951 Northwest Parkway, Hilliard, OH 43026
Ticket Info
- General Admission: $5 in advance, $10 day-of (online or at the gate)
- Children 12 and under: Free with a paid adult
- VIP Pass: $30 advance / $50 day-of (limited quantity)For tickets, vendor updates, and full event details, visit ColumbusFoodTruckFest.com.
The Columbus Food Truck Festival supports the community, with proceeds benefiting Music Loves Ohio and Besa. Since its founding in 2011, the festival has donated over $107,000 to Central Ohio charities.
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