Pinellas TacoFest
Sat Jan 25, 11:00 AM - Sun Jan 26, 5:00 PM
in 23 days

Get ready for a weekend filled with flavorful excitement, live music, and a taco smackdown like no other!

Here’s what you can expect at this year’s festival:

- Taco Triumphs: Last year, Tampa Bay devoured a staggering 25,000 tacos! Make sure to join us as we aim to surpass that epic number in 2025!

- Battle of the Best: Cheer on over 20 talented local chefs as they compete for the prestigious title of "Best Taco in Tampa Bay 2025." Categories include chicken, beef, pork, seafood, and a wildcard “other” section for the most inventive creations!

- Judging Panel: Local food bloggers and community influencers will taste-test and award scores based on appearance, flavor, and creativity, culminating in accolades for Most Creative Taco and Most Craveable Taco!

- Taco Eating Showdown: Think you can conquer a mountain of tortillas? Enter the Sunday-Funday Taco Eating Challenge and showcase your skills! (Entry fees apply.)

- Support a Good Cause: Enjoy tacos and cold drinks while making a difference—proceeds will benefit Get Rescued, Inc. helping our furry friends in need across Florida.

Our Grand Champion from last year is bringing a new taco to compete:

“At Rene’s Mexican Kitchen food truck we are bringing a crab claw meat taco with avocado and chile cascabel aïoli from the port of Ensenada Baja California…such a unique delight! We hope to win again this year!” Rene Valenzuela, owner

Admission and parking are FREE! Bring your appetite, your thirst for culinary adventure, and your dancing shoes as we celebrate Tampa Bay's taco-tastic love!

Stay updated and follow us on Facebook (@pinellastacofest) or text the Saucy Queen at 813-299-3600 for more exciting details!

Don’t miss out on this flavorful fiesta—see you at the Pinellas Taco Fest!