Chicago Food Truck Festival

06/05/2026

🔥🌶️ New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re bringing the heat and welcoming Whadda Jerk food Truck to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This flavorful Jamaican-inspired truck is rolling in with a full menu of bold Caribbean eats. Get ready for juicy jerk chicken sandwiches, loaded jerk chicken tacos, tender jerk chicken plates, crispy chimichangas, and more island favorites packed with that signature smoky, spicy jerk seasoning. Every bite is loud, saucy, and seriously addictive.

If you love fiery, flavorful, Caribbean street food done right, Whadda Jerk is a must-hit at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for some serious jerk flavor? Drop a 🔥 or 🌮 below and tell us — jerk chicken sandwich, tacos, or chimichanga?

👉 Tag your crew who loves spicy, saucy Caribbean vibes!

06/05/2026

🍕🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re thrilled to welcome the legendary Bacci Pizzeria to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

Home of the famous **Jumbo Slice** since 1996, Bacci is bringing those massive, thin-crust New York-style slices that Chicagoans have loved for decades. Huge, foldable, cheesy, and perfectly crispy — exactly what you need when you’re walking the festival. They’re also serving up their classic pizzas, wings, and more straight from the truck.

If you love big, bold, cheesy Chicago-style pizza done right, Bacci Pizza is a must-stop at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for a massive Jumbo Slice? Drop a 🍕 or 🔥 below and tell us — plain cheese or loaded?

👉 Tag your crew who needs this giant slice in their hands!

06/04/2026

🍗🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re beyond excited to welcome the legendary Harold's Chicken on 87th to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

A true Chicago classic, Harold’s has been serving up crispy, golden fried chicken drenched in that famous mild sauce for generations. Juicy wings, tender drums, perfectly seasoned and tossed in that sweet, tangy, glossy sauce that Chicagoans can’t get enough of. This is the real deal — the one locals line up for.

If you love authentic, saucy, finger-licking Chicago fried chicken, Harold’s Chicken #55 is a must-eat at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for that famous Harold’s mild sauce? Drop a 🍗 or 🔥 below and tell us — wings, chicken dinner, or both?

👉 Tag your crew who needs this Chicago classic in their lives!

06/04/2026

🔥🍖 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re firing up the grills and welcoming Bill's Grill to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This true smokehouse BBQ truck is bringing authentic, slow-smoked meats that Chicago pitmasters dream about. Tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, juicy pulled pork, and classic smoked sausage — all kissed with that deep, smoky flavor and finished with their signature house rubs and sauces. If you love real barbecue done right, Bill’s Grill is the real deal.

If you’re craving hearty, smoky, finger-licking BBQ, Bill’s Grill is a must-hit stop at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for some serious smokehouse BBQ? Drop a 🔥 or 🍖 below and tell us your must-order — brisket, ribs, or pulled pork?

👉 Tag your crew who loves real deal barbecue!

06/04/2026

🧁✨ New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re sweetening things up by welcoming Ms. Tittle's Cupcakes to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This beloved Chicago bakery on wheels is bringing moist, fluffy cupcakes topped with generous swirls of rich buttercream frosting. From classic favorites like red velvet and chocolate fudge to creative rotating flavors, every cupcake is baked fresh and decorated with love. Perfectly portable, dangerously delicious, and impossible to eat just one!

If you have a serious sweet tooth, Ms. Tittle’s Cupcakes is your must-stop dessert destination at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for cupcake heaven? Drop a 🧁 or 🍰 below and tell us your dream flavor!

👉 Tag your crew who needs a sugar fix!

06/04/2026

🦞🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re pumped to welcome Happy Lobster to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

Chicago’s go-to for lobster rolls is rolling in with fresh Maine lobster piled high on buttery grilled brioche buns. Whether you go classic Happy Lobster (sweet, tender, lemon-kissed perfection) or get bold with the Angry Lobster (spicy kick that hits just right), every bite tastes like a coastal escape right in the heart of Chicago. Add in their lobster grilled cheese and you’ve got serious indulgence on wheels.

If you love fresh, luxurious, buttery seafood done the Chicago way, Happy Lobster is an absolute must at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready to get their lobster fix? Drop a 🦞 or 🔥 below and tell us — Happy or Angry Lobster Roll?

👉 Tag your crew who needs this buttery goodness in their lives!

05/14/2026

🍔🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!
We’re excited to welcome **Uncle Remus** to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This hometown Chicago classic is bringing the saucy fried chicken that locals have been obsessed with for generations. Get ready for crispy breaded chicken drenched in that famous glossy mild sauce — sweet, tangy, and gloriously messy (in the best way). Think perfectly cooked wings and drums piled high, just like the lines around the corner expect.

If you love bold, saucy, finger-licking Chicago comfort food, **Uncle Remus** is a must-try at Season 13!

**Chicago Food Truck Festival**
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for some seriously saucy chicken? Drop a 🔥 or 🍗 below and tell us your must-order item!
👉 Tag your crew who loves messy, delicious Chicago classics!

05/12/2026

🍔🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!
We’re excited to welcome **The Recipe for Change** to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This Chicago nonprofit food truck, founded by Chef Bruno Abate, serves up fresh, authentic Italian fare with a mission-driven twist. Get ready for handmade pizzas, pressed-to-order paninis, crisp gourmet salads, and other comforting Italian classics made with quality ingredients and plenty of heart.

If you’re craving elevated Italian street food that also gives back, **The Recipe for Change** is a must-try at Season 13!

**Chicago Food Truck Festival**
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for some serious Italian flavor? Drop a 🔥 or 🍕 below and tell us your must-order item!
👉 Tag your crew who loves authentic Italian eats!

05/07/2026

New! Chicago Food Truck Festival Catering is Now Available.

Looking to bring the Chicago Food Truck Festival experience to your next event? We now offer full catering services — perfect for corporate events, weddings, block parties, festivals, private parties, and more!

200+ local gourmet food trucks
Full event production & staffing
Custom menus for any size group
City-wide & Nation-wide delivery

Whether it’s a backyard party or a large corporate gathering, we’ll bring the same high-quality food truck experience your guests love at our annual festival. Check out our new Catering page for details, menus, and booking:

https://chicagofoodtruckfestival.com/catering.html

Send us a message to start planning your event!

Impress guests with festival-quality food at your next celebration or corporate event. Request catering — we match you with standout Midwest trucks.

05/01/2026

Tulips 🌷 are in full bloom in Chicago.

Photo Credit: Barry Butler Photography

04/30/2026

🍔🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re excited to welcome **El Azteca** to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

This family-owned gem brings authentic Mexican street flavors straight to the South Loop. Get ready for fresh-made tacos (steak, al pastor, chorizo & more), juicy tortas, loaded quesadillas, and their delicious Mexican classics cooked to order with that perfect homemade touch.

If you crave real-deal Mexican street food done right, El Azteca is a must-try at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who’s ready for some serious Mexican flavor? Drop a 🔥 below and tell us your must-order item!

👉 Tag your crew who loves authentic Mexican food!

04/30/2026

🍔🔥 New Vendor Alert for Season 13!

We’re thrilled to welcome La Cebollita Grill to the Chicago Food Truck Festival this year!

Known for their mouthwatering Mexican street food, La Cebollita Grill brings bold flavors straight from the grill. Expect perfectly seasoned tacos, juicy tortas, loaded quesadillas, and their famous Carne Asada and Al Pastor — cooked fresh to order with that perfect char and all the fixings.

If you love authentic, flavorful Mexican eats done right, you do NOT want to miss La Cebollita Grill at Season 13!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
“The Return of the Daisy”
📍 South Loop – 2300 S. Indiana Ave.
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026
🕚 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Free General Admission | VIP Tickets Available

Who else is excited to try La Cebollita Grill? Drop a 🔥 or comment your must-order item below!

👉 Tag your foodie crew who needs to be there!

04/24/2026

Can I get a little bite?

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04/24/2026

🚨 New Food Truck Alert! 🚨

La Calaca LLC, Tortas & Mexican Street Food joins Season 13!

Get ready for authentic Mexican street flavors done right 🔥

Must-Try:
**Milanesa Torta with Haystack Onions** 🌯
A crispy breaded cutlet piled high on a toasted roll with refried beans, creamy avocado, fresh tomato, and pickled jalapeño — finished with a generous crown of golden, crispy haystack onions for the perfect crunch in every bite! 😋

Classic Mexican street food meets festival energy. You don’t want to miss this one.

Come hungry. Come early. Lines will form.

**Tortas & Mexican Street Food** — Only at the Chicago Food Truck Festival
June 20–21 | South Loop

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

04/22/2026

🚛 Season 13 is loading… and our brand-new website is finally here! We’ve completely rebuilt chicagofoodtruckfestival.com with:

• Our full Wrigley Field story (5 years feeding the Cubs on Gallagher Way)
• Better photos and galleries from past festivals
• Clear vendor information and requirements
• Easier navigation and ticket info

Come check it out and get ready for June 20–21 in the South Loop!

👉 https://chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

What do you want to see more of this year? Drop it in the comments 👇

Chicago Food Truck Festival

04/14/2026

Taco 🌮 Tuesday.

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www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.

04/14/2026

Spring has arrived.

Photo Credit: Barry Butler Photography

Chicago Food Truck Festival
www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

04/10/2026

Do what you love and love what you do!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

03/31/2026

Ok Foodies, for Season 13, we have a fan favorite joining us again! Haire's Gulf Shrimp will be onsite preparing those southern fried shrimps and more! Get your free tickets now.

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

03/31/2026

Ok Foodies, for Season 13 we have Sweet Crunch Tanghulu joining us for their first season, creating confectionary magic! Don't wait, get your free tickets now.

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

03/31/2026

Spring is here! Another year of scrumptiousness.

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

03/31/2026

We have had an amazing 13 years serving hundreds of thousands of foodies from across the globe Season 13, "The Return of Summer Daisy," Will continue the warm tradition of serving scrumptious eats while showcasing Chicago's mobile cuisine food culture. Claim your free tickets today!

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

03/28/2026

Spring has arrived in Chicago.

Photo credit: Barry Butler Photography

Chicago Food Truck Festival is one of America's largest annual gathering of gourmet food trucks and foodies who enjoy tasting the best of Chicago's food trucks.

02/19/2026

Hey Foodies! This heat wave, smile, has us all craving that perfect summer vibe and delicious eats. 🌞🍔🌮

Don't wait—grab your tickets now and get ready to feast at the Chicago Food Truck Festival.



(Pro tip: The summer edition is coming up June 20-21, 2026—tickets available on our site!) 🚚🍦

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

02/18/2026

Chicago Foodie Fun Fact: One of the most prominent recent global rankings comes from Taste Atlas Awards 2025/26, which evaluates cities based on average user ratings of their signature regional and national dishes (from a massive database of ratings). In their "100 Best Food Cities in the World," Chicago tops the list with an impressive average score of 4.57 out of 5.

Photo Credit: Barry Butler Photography

Chicago Food Truck Festival
https://www.chicagofoodtruckfestival.com

Chicago Food Truck Festival is one of America's largest annual gathering of gourmet food trucks and foodies who enjoy tasting the best of Chicago's food trucks.