Norfolk Taco Festival

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!

– 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!