Where Food, Music & Artistry Collide

The annual festival, now in its 13th year, features a delicious array of cuisines from 50 of the best food trucks in Ohio.

Alongside the tantalizing food offerings, guests can enjoy an impressive lineup of live music, explore a selection of handcrafted items from local artisans/crafters, and embark on a unique shopping adventure presented by local retailers.

Our downtown location brings over 100,000 people each year to the beautiful downtown riverfront creating vibrancy and activity that Columbus loves and deserve!

"The Columbus Food Truck Festival has become a hallmark event in the region, bringing together foodies, music lovers, and families with wonderful food and vibrant entertainment,” said Chas Kaplan, co-organizer of the festival.

Columbus, OH – January 3, 2024 – After a brief hiatus in Downtown Columbus and a successful relocation to the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 events due to pandemic-related challenges, the Columbus Food Truck Festival is ecstatic to announce its triumphant return to not just Downtown Columbus, but also the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. The festival, now in its 13th year, will mark the occasion by taking place in two vibrant locations, showcasing the best of Ohio's food truck scene during separate weekends this summer. The last time the event graced Downtown Columbus was in 2019.

Named Best Foodie Event in the state by Ohio Magazine in 2017, the Columbus Food Truck Festival has earned acclaim for its commitment to delivering an exceptional culinary experience. The festival features the best mobile food vendors from throughout the region, along with arts and crafts vendors, and dozens of bands on two stages.

Celebrating Our Community Impact

We've donated $97,000 over 12 years to our charitable partners such as Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio, Music Loves Ohio, Nationwide Children's and many more!