Food truck festivals are one of the most fun (and family friendly) things about summer! There’s something so special (and delicious) about trying new food options and going back to your old favorites… plus you’re bound to find something to make everyone in your family happy!
This summer, there are several Food Truck Festivals in Connecticut to look forward to! Some are in our backyard and others are a little road trip away! So scroll down and mark your calendar for your favorite ones!
Milford Food Truck Festival
May 25 & 26, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. May 27, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Connecticut Post Mall, Milford, CT
Eat from some of the top food trucks in CT from every category imaginable, bouncy houses, carnival games, face painting, henna and of course the roaming train for the kids and crafters to shop with!
Food Trucks on the River
May 31, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. June 1, noon – 8 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park, Shelton, CT
5+ food trucks, kids activities, local artisans & vendors, mobile bar, and more!
North Haven “Fair-Food” Festival
June 8, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. June 9, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
290 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT
Kick off Fair Season in Connecticut by enjoying an array of Fair Foods from local vendors and Food Trucks.
Connecticut Bacon Festival
June 15, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. & June 16, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Maple’s Farm Park, Bozrah, CT
Food trucks will offer bacon-related foods and desserts, crafters, vendors, music and entertainment.
Manchester Food Truck Festival
June 21, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. June 22, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. June 23, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Buckland Hills Mall, 194 Buckland Hills Dr, Manchester, CT
Eat from over 20 of the state’s top food trucks while shopping from craft vendors and don’t forget to bring the kids since they will have bouncy houses and carnival games, as well!
Waterbury Food Truck Festival & Fireworks
July 6 & 7, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Brass Mill Mall, 495 Union Street, Waterbury, CT
25 of Connecticut’s best food trucks and amazing vendors to shop from, as well as kids entertainment with face painting, henna and many more activities.
Connecticut Pickle Festival
July 13, 11 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. & July 14, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Berlin Fair Grounds, 430 Beckly Road, Berlin, CT
Walk the festival grounds dancing and taking pictures with guests and friends while sipping on pickle martinis and pickle shots, plus activities for all ages.
Riverfront Food Truck Festival
July 18, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT
Three days of delicious outdoor dining and live music.
New England Taco Festival
July 27, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. & July 28, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln, Guilford, CT
Glastonbury Food Truck Festival
August 3 & 4
Glastonbury Elks Lodge 98 Woodland Street, South Glastonbury, CT
25 of New England’s top Food Trucks, shopping vendors, Bounce House Mania for the kids along with kiddie rides and carnival games!
Naugatuck Food Truck Festival on The Green
August 24, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
21 Maple Street, Naugatuck, CT
Entertainment, Music, Food and Handcrafted Artisans.
2024 Simsbury Fly-In, Car Show & Food Truck Festival
September 15
Simsbury Airport, 94 Wolcott Road, Simsbury
More than 100+ aircraft, 450+ classic cars, food truck vendors, 50+ craft/display vendors, seminars, events for all ages and much more!