Taco enthusiasts – and who isn’t one?! – this one’s for you! Viva Tacos Festival, the largest of its kind in the nation, returns to Vegas on October 31 – November 2 for its 10th edition. You can get your fix of mouthwatering tacos, lively music, rich traditions, and pure alegría. The festival takes place at the brand-new soccer fields at Craig Ranch Park. There’s room for over 50,000 taco lovers (that’s you!) and easy parking.
What to do at Viva Tacos Festival
Eat as many tacos as you possibly can? Naturally – but there’s more! Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from this event.
- Tequila tasting tent: Casa de Juliette is showing off an awesome, specially selected lineup of top-shelf stuff you’re guaranteed to enjoy. You can get in with the VIP pass or just buy a ticket for the tasting itself.
- Día de los Muertos altares: This art exhibit looks at both life and death – come and remember the people you miss. Be a part of this meaningful get-together as you share memories, think about them, and celebrate their short trip back to our world.
- Lucha Libre: Get ready for crazy, high-flying wrestling, amazing tacos, and huge showdowns. It all leads up to Sunday night when they’ll crown a brand-new Taco Fest Lucha Libre Champion.
- 360 car show: The 360 carshow has have everything you’d like to check out: lowriders, imports, American-made cars, and trucks. Sign up here if you’d like to take part.
- Nightly entertainment: Dance outside under the stars every single night. Enjoy the mariachi, banda, norteño, cumbia, and just a ton of great Latin beats.
- Catrina competition: Dress to impress and join this vibrant contest for a chance to win cash prizes and celebrate in true Día de los Muertos style. Register here.
- Chihuahua beauty competition: Cuteness overload! Over a dozen tiny fur babies will strut their stuff in style, going for the title of VIVA’s Most Beautiful Chihuahua.
- Carnival rides: For the little ones, or the child in you!
- Cultural vendors: Explore handmade artisan goods and authentic products from Mexico, as a glimpse into the heart of Mexican traditions, culture, and artistry.
- VIVA soccer invitational: Viva Taco Fest and USFTF team up for an action-packed, 3-day soccer showdown this Día de los Muertos Weekend! Bring the heat, bring your team and have fun at this friendly competition.
- Ford VIP parking: Got a Ford? Bring it over, and enjoy exclusive premier VIP parking all festival long.
- VIP experiences: tequila tastings, private bathrooms, 21+ lounge, and bragging rights.
Tickets and times
The tacos festival takes place between the following hours:
- Oct 31st : 5pm – 10pm
- Nov 1st : 12pm – 10pm
- Nov 2nd : 12pm – 8pm
General admission costs $15 for any of the days and includes access to all experiential elements.
VIP admission costs $80 and it includes front-of-stage access, VIP entry to Casa de Juliette Tequila Tasting, upgraded VIP bathrooms, and VIP lounges featuring a VIP bar.
Grab them here – see you at the fest!