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Tacos And Tamales Festival: 9 Must-See Food Vendors

Calling all tacos and tamales lovers… Yes, we are talking to you. We have the official top secret list of vendors who will be partaking in the festivities over the…

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Tacos and Tamales Festival is happening this weekend! See you at Desert Breeze Park.

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Calling all tacos and tamales lovers... Yes, we are talking to you. We have the official top secret list of vendors who will be partaking in the festivities over the two-day festival weekend! Tacos and Tamales Fest is about to be a flavor-town you won't want to miss.

First off, we are happy to return for our second annual and the festival's sixth annual. This year a second day was added to soak in all of the freshly tender smoked meats, handmade tortillas and soft soft masa. Is your mouth watering yet?

Local Vendors, Special Menus And Alcohol

Local 702 vendors are preparing specialized menus just for the celebratory event. Of course, we can't have a food festival without drinks. Refreshing aguas frescas and horchata will be available for pairing with your crunchy or soft tacos. We can't forget the best drink of all, Tequila! Check out more details on the Tacos and Tamales Tequila Masterclass here. Alcoholic beverages will be available for attendees that are 21+ with an official ID.

We have a few local businesses who are returning from last year. Have we peeked your curiosity yet?

Tacos and Tamales Event Details

Note: Each food /truck  vendor host their own costs per menu item. Please keep in mind that a admission ticket does NOT come with anything additional.

Make your way out to Desert Breeze Park with the entire family. Let's have a fiesta and celebrate the finest in Mexican cuisine over two days Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24. A separate ticketed cost for entry can be purchased online here or at the door. Single day adult tickets are $6 (ages 10-59) and two-day adult tickets are $10 (ages 10-59). Children nine and younger and adults over 60+ are FREE (please still order a ticket online and follow the proper steps).

We can't wait to see you!

Crazy Churro

Address: 875 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Get crazy with Crazy Churro because they are making their way to Tacos and Tamales Fest. With their many assorted toppings and variety of churros, we are excited to see which churros make the final cut.

El Taco

Address: This taco truck is making their rounds around the Valley.

The family own and operated business is back for another year. Their street tacos are tasty and you will want to check them out.

Birria Bros Tacos

Address: All around the Vegas valley.

According to their Instagram, Best of Las Vegas honored Birria Bros Tacos with two awards. They were voted best birria taco and took third in best street taco in 2023. Their fresh ingredients and love keep their patrons wanting more.

Empanda Factory

Address: 9320 W Flamingo Rd. Suite #2

Warm and toasty and everything you could want in an empanada. Empanada Factory has a variety of options for not only meat eaters but veggie eaters as well.

Machetes Mexican Food

Address: 2722 E Lake Mead Blvd, North Las Vegas, NV 89030

They are known for their Giant Machete Quesadilla! We hope to see their famous quesadillas and their Tacos Asada at Tacos and Tamales Fest.

Lucy's Waffles & Ice Cream

Address: 6070  S Rainbow Blvd, Unit 6, Las Vegas, NV 89118

Lucy's has the best waffles in the 702. Plus, with ice cream on top is match made and we can't wait to see which creation they whip up for the two-day weekend celebration.

Tamales La Reina

Address: All around the Vegas valley.

They just opened their first store front located near, 5982 Losee Rd., North Las Vegas, NV 89081. Their tamales are popular amongst the city. They make meat-filled, cheese and dessert tamales.

The Cupcave

Address: 6290 McLeod Dr., Unit 110, Las Vegas, NV 89120

Their homemade pop-tarts are warm, light and tasty. They are known for their cupcakes but their brookies are packed with sweet flavor.

Shawn's Puffy Tacos

Address: All around the Vegas valley.

This taco business is setting themselves a part from the compeition. They offer a unique twist on the traditional taco... Puffy taco shells. If you have to try them to know what we mean. They are magical.