Norfolk Taco Festival – 8th Annual

Taco Heaven returns to the Waterside District on July 11th & 12th, 2026! Get ready for the biggest taco festival in Virginia history!

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 time.