Norfolk Taco Festival - 8th Annual

The Norfolk Taco Festival is taking over the entire Waterside District on July 11th & 12th, 2026! This iconic waterfront entertainment complex will be transformed into a full-scale taco paradise—featuring massive outdoor activations along the Elizabeth River, multiple indoor venues, bars, and high-energy spaces built for the ultimate festival takeover.

This will be the BIGGEST Taco Festival in Virginia! Get ready for an action-packed weekend filled with an incredible variety of tacos, margaritas, games, and taco-themed fun, plus live bands across multiple stages, authentic Mariachi music, and more. Come hungry and experience the Norfolk Taco Festival!

🌮 GET READY FOR...

- 30+ taco & food vendors (over 100 styles of tacos & related foods)

- Multiple margarita bars

- Giant nacho station

- Lucha Libre wrestling

- Kids piñata smashing

- Live bands, DJs & performances (multiple areas)

- Tequila flight expo

- Authentic Mariachi & folkloric performers

- Full access to Waterside District (indoor & outdoor takeover)

- Hot chili pepper & taco eating contests

- Live music on the waterfront outdoor stage

- Giant general vendor market

- Mechanical bull riding

* Carnival games, activities & fun for all ages

* FREE Kids Fun Zone (face painters, bounce houses, balloon twisters)

* And much more!

🎟️ TICKET DETAILS

GENERAL ADMISSION (2PM-8PM)

- 2PM Entry

- Live cover bands, Mariachi, Lucha Libre wrestling show & more

- Kids 10 & under FREE

- Free Kids Fun Zone & so much more

VIP ADMISSION (12PM-8PM)

- 2-hour express early entry (12PM–2PM)

- 5 taco vouchers

- Unlimited free nacho bar (12PM–2PM)

- 4 drink vouchers

- Exclusive VIP area

- Private bar & restrooms

- 25% off official merchandise

- Commemorative VIP gift bag, custom shot glass, giveaways & unlimited bragging rights

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 KIDS & UNDER 21 ADMISSION

- Kids 10 & under are FREE (no ticket required)

- Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

🍹 DRINKS, DRINKS, DRINKS!

Rivers of margaritas and ice-cold beers will be flowing from full-service bars, beer tubs, and drink stations throughout the festival along with these EXCLUSIVE for Taco Festival...

- Tequila flight expo

- Frozen & soft-serve margaritas

- Dirty soda mocktail bar (non-alcoholic options)

- Traditional margarita bars

🎫 TICKET VOUCHER SYSTEM & BEVERAGES

All food vendors operate on a voucher system. Purchase taco vouchers ($4 each, sold in sheets of 5 for $20) and redeem them for tacos, elotes, nachos, and more.

Alcohol and beverages are available for purchase via cash or credit. ATMs will be on-site, but cash is recommended for faster transactions.

🎡 KIDS FUN ZONE

Enjoy free activities for the whole family, including face painters, bounce houses, piñata smashing contests, carnival games, and more

🌶️ EATING CONTESTS

Compete in taco and hot chili pepper eating contests for prizes and bragging rights. Sign-ups coming soon!

🤝 SPONSORS / VENDORS / FOOD TRUCKS / RESTAURANTS

Interested in participating? Join the taco party. Visit TacoFestival.com to apply.

🚗 PARKING

Public transportation, rideshare services, and alternative transportation are strongly recommended. Parking in the area will be limited due to downtown and waterfront activity.

⚠️ REFUND & EXCHANGE POLICY

All ticket sales are final. This is a rain or shine event. In the event of postponement, all tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date. Ticket prices are subject to change at any tim