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June 20–21, 2026 · South Loop, Chicago · Season 13 — The Return of the Daisy · Gates 10:00am – 7:00pm both days

Admission to the Chicago Food Truck Festival is free. Free admission gives you access to the grounds, all food trucks, live music, and a relaxed day outdoors. Food and drinks are purchased directly from the vendors. VIP Tickets are available and include special drink perks at the margarita tent. Full schedule and hours are listed on the Food Trucks page.

Tickets

General Admission
Free
  • Saturday or Sunday
  • Claim your free ticket for the day.
  • Food and drinks are purchased separately from the vendors.
Claim free tickets
VIP Ticket
$10
  • Saturday or Sunday
  • Includes one free drink (margarita or water) at the dedicated drink tent.
  • Food and drinks (beyond the one free drink) are purchased separately.
Buy VIP
Drink Ticket
$15
  • Saturday or Sunday
  • Redeem for flavored margaritas or water at the south-end drink tent.
Buy Drinks

Tickets are valid for either Saturday or Sunday (June 20–21, 2026).

See the Food Trucks page for gate times and schedule. VIP and Drink tickets are scanned at the dedicated drink tent located at the far South end of the festival grounds. You must be 21+ to redeem margaritas (ID required).

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Ticket FAQ

Your free ticket gives you entry to the festival, access to all food trucks, live music, and family activities. Food, drinks, and retail items are sold separately by the vendors. See the Food Trucks page for hours and the full lineup.
All sales are final. No exceptions. Refunds are handled through the ticketing provider only if the festival cancels outright; purchasers receive automatic refunds per Eventbrite policy.
Lawn chairs, sunscreen, photo ID if you plan to drink, and a payment mix (cards are widely accepted, but cash can speed up lines). No outside alcohol.
Kids are welcome. Strollers are allowed; please be mindful of crowded aisles near trucks.
Service animals are welcome. Pet policy for general attendance may vary — see the Contact & FAQ page or email us before you travel.