Clear your schedule and your camera roll—Sacramento Taco Fest takes over Del Paso Boulevard on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 4:00–9:00 PM. Expect dozens of taqueros and taco trucks vying for bragging rights in the Battle of the Taco, plus music, DJs, and a crowd ready to cheer between bites. General admission is friendly on the wallet, with a VIP option if you’re feeling extra; tickets are live now.
Here’s your winning playbook: eat like a strategist, vote like a local, and dance like no one’s filming. The headline attraction is the Battle of the Taco, where you sample from a lineup of regional favorites and cast your vote for Sacramento’s best bite. But the fun doesn’t stop there—look for a Chihuahua Beauty Contest, a high-spirited Taco Eating Contest, and a Chef’s Choice showdown where pros push the limits (mole-drizzled carnitas, anyone?)
Start smart: arrive by 4:00 to breeze through the gate, grab an early plate, and map your tasting route. The festival entrance is set at Del Paso Blvd & Arden Way—watch for signage and staff at the gate. If you’re coordinating a group, make that intersection your rally point and set a “first taco” meet time (bonus: easier photos while everyone’s still tidy).
What to bring: a light layer for the evening breeze, sunscreen for golden hour, and a small tote for merch. Keep your payments flexible—some vendors are lightning-fast with taps, others appreciate cash for speed. Pace yourself with a two-bite policy (taste, note, move), and rotate salsas to keep your palate fresh. When the music bumps, take a water lap; you’ll thank yourself the next morning.
Don’t forget to vote—your say helps crown the city’s taco champ. Then wander the art and community booths to meet neighborhood makers before circling back for one last plate. Whether you’re team birria, al pastor, or jackfruit, this is Sac’s most delicious civic duty. Wear comfy shoes, bring big appetite energy, and prepare to leave with a new list of must-visit taquerías.
