News Summary
The Pawtucket Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival is set for August 23 at Centreville Bank Stadium, featuring over 20 food trucks and local craft beverages. VIP ticket holders can enter an hour early, with general admission priced at $5 online. Attendees can enjoy live music and family-friendly entertainment. This inaugural event aims to showcase Pawtucket’s culinary scene and create a vibrant community gathering for all ages.
Pawtucket to Host Inaugural Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival on August 23
The Pawtucket Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival is set to take place on Saturday, August 23, from noon to 6 p.m. at Centreville Bank Stadium. This event will feature over 20 food trucks offering a diverse range of cuisines, including braised taco bowls, vegan smoothies, cannoli, smash burgers, Asian-inspired sandwiches, whoopie pies, and sausage and peppers. The festival will also showcase local and regional craft brewers, cideries, and beverage artisans.
For festival-goers looking for an early start, VIP ticket holders will have the opportunity to enter the festival one hour earlier, at 11 a.m. General admission tickets are priced at $5 when purchased online and $10 at the door. Additionally, children aged 10 and under can attend the festival for free. There are also exclusive packages available, including a “Foodie VIP package” that provides early entry and dessert, and a “Beverage Lovers package” that features early entry and multiple drinks.
Entertainment and Venue Details
Location and Logistics
The festival will be located at Centreville Bank Stadium at Tide Landing, 11 Tidewater St, Pawtucket. Onsite parking will be available for all festival attendees, ensuring convenient access to the event.
Vendor Information and Additional Details
More information, including details on the vendor lineup, is available on the Food Truck Festivals of America website. The festival aims to be a celebration of local food and beverages, creating a vibrant community gathering that caters to all ages.
This inaugural event is anticipated to draw food lovers and craft beverage enthusiasts from across the region, making it a highlight of the Pawtucket summer schedule.
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Additional Resources
- Providence Journal: Food Truck Festivals of America
- Turn to 10: Centreville Bank Stadium Food Truck Festival
- Providence Business News: Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival
- Wikipedia: Food Truck
- WPRI: Food Truck and Craft Beverage Festival
- Google Search: Food Truck Festivals of America
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