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!
About this Event
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!
🚗 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 tim
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