Columbus Food Truck Festival

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Friday, August 14th ⭑ Saturday, AUGUST 15th ⭑ 2026

franklin county fairgrounds

Highlights

50+ Food Trucks

Savor a diverse array of gourmet offerings from over 50 food trucks, each serving unique culinary delights.

Live Music & Performances

Enjoy vibrant live music and performances throughout the festival, creating an energetic atmosphere for all.

Kids  Zone

Enjoy vibrant live music and performances throughout the festival, creating an energetic atmosphere for all.

Local Artisans & Makers

Enjoy vibrant live music and performances throughout the festival, creating an energetic atmosphere for all.

$115,000+ Donated to Local Charities

Join us in supporting local causes; over $115,000 has been donated to charities in Central Ohio.

100K+ Annual Attendees

Be part of a community celebration with over 25,000 attendees enjoying food, fun, and fellowship.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

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Now celebrating its 15th year, the Columbus Food Truck Festival is bigger, bolder, and more delicious than ever! Get ready to taste your way through over 50 of the Midwest’s top gourmet food trucks, each serving up mouthwatering creations you won’t find anywhere else. New this year, families can also enjoy an expanded lineup of kids’ activities and a dedicated Kids Zone on Saturday, making it a perfect weekend outing for all ages. Beyond the incredible food, festival-goers can groove to live music all weekend long, shop a curated collection of handcrafted goods from local makers, and discover one-of-a-kind finds from our favorite retail partners.

Each year, our vibrant home at the Franklin County Fairgrounds welcomes more than 25,000 excited visitors, filling Hilliard, Ohio, with the unforgettable energy and community spirit our city loves!

“The Columbus Food Truck Festival has grown into a signature event for the region—uniting foodies, families, and music lovers for unforgettable flavors and vibrant entertainment,” said Chas Kaplan, founder and festival organizer.

What began at the Columbus Commons in 2011 quickly became a can’t-miss tradition. After outgrowing our original home, we moved to the Scioto Mile in 2017, took a brief pause in 2020, and successfully relaunched at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in 2021. Now, as we celebrate 15 incredible years, we’re thrilled to return once again to the fairgrounds—one amazing location, showcasing the very best gourmet food trucks the Midwest has to offer.

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