#FOOD: TACO FEST RETURNS AUGUST 7-9, 2026

Taco Fest has revealed the full vendor lineup for its Toronto return, August 7 to 9, 2026 at Fort York, and it’s the biggest in the festival’s nine-year history. The announcement comes on the heels of the festival’s inaugural Mississauga edition, where sold-out crowds crowned their first Best Taco winner.

More than 35 vendors will serve up hundreds of taco varieties over three days. The lineup brings together some of the GTA’s most celebrated restaurants and taquerias for Toronto’s hottest summer fiesta.

This year’s Toronto vendor lineup includes: 6 Spice Rack, Azdôra Catering, Balam, Big Jerk, Taco Loco, Birria Catrina, Chente’s Taqueria, Choco Churros, Hielito Bits, Churros by Rebozos, Delight Bite, Dope As Duck, Inmigrante, Frida House Tacos, Fruta Libre, Ghost Taco, Gigil Taqueria, I Love Churros, King Catering, Kong’s Hot Tacos, Las Mexicanas, Lenpanada, Lit Up Jerk, Masa Mexico City Tacos, Tacos101, Me & Julio, Meza Group, Narcos Tacos, PalettAmérica, Picante MX, Rebozos Taqueria, Rick’s Good Eats, Tino’s Taco House, Tacos De Princesa, and Tulum Mexican Restaurant.

Among the names to watch is Inmigrante (@inmigranteto), the winner of the Best Taco award at Taco Fest’s first-ever Mississauga edition. Fresh off their win, Inmigrante is bringing the award-winning quesabirria dish to Toronto.

Beyond the tacos, the festival’s signature experiences are back:

The Los Cabos Guac School, a hands-on masterclass in crafting the perfect homemade guacamole, led by an expert chef and paired with interactive Los Cabos experiences

The Jarritos Chill Zone, featuring photo moments, lawn games and exclusive Jarritos cocktails

The Hot Sauce Bar, stocked with more than 50 varieties from around the globe, including a limited edition Taco Fest hot sauce created by Piko Peppers

The Altos Tequila School, offering guided classes for tequila lovers of every level

The La Costeña Topping Bar, loaded with everything you need to build your perfect taco

Aroma by Tia Rosa, an immersive activation serving taco samples and interactive experiences

The SOL Beer Chelada Experience, where guests can learn to build the perfect chelada and enjoy free samples

Tequila & Mezcal Tastings, with 30+ selections ranging from smooth blancos to smoky mezcals

Live mariachi, salsa dancing and product sampling all weekend long

The legendary Best Taco Trophy also returns to Toronto. Throughout the festival, attendees can vote for their favourite taco, with the winner crowned at the end of the weekend and receiving the most coveted trophy in tacos.

Tickets for Taco Fest Toronto are on sale, starting at $18.95. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.thetacofest.com/toronto and follow on Instagram @thetacofest.

About Taco Fest
Taco Fest Toronto is the annual summer festival that has brought the heat to the city for the last nine years. Taco Fest brings together top chefs, local restaurants and food enthusiasts for 100s of mouthwatering tacos, handcrafted cocktails, live music, salsa dancing and more. From traditional flavours to bold creations, guests can experience a fiesta like no other. Taco Fest takes place every year in Toronto, Mississauga, and Montreal. For more information, visit thetacofest.com