Food festivals in Scottsdale

Arizona Taco Festival

  • ★ 4.2
  • 17 to 18 October 2026
  • Scottsdale, United States
  • Ticketed

The Arizona Taco Festival fills Salt River Fields in Scottsdale for two October days of taco makers, chef judging, agave spirits and live music.

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Dates and details checked October 6, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

Know before you go

  • General admission is a single-day ticket and does not include food or drink
  • Parking is free and the event runs rain or shine
  • The 2026 lineup lists chefs Aaron Sanchez, Maria Mazon and Beau MacMillan

What to eat there

  • Tacos from more than 40 taco makers in 2025, judged live on the main stage
  • Margaritas, tequila tastings and flights
  • The VIP Agave Show, with samples from agave spirit brands (21 and over)

Where to eat nearby

Scottsdale guide

Places from our Scottsdale guide, nearest to the festival first.

Bombay House 0.8 mi · Indian · Mccormick Ranch★ 3.7 Village Coffee Roastery 0.8 mi · Cafe · Mccormick Ranch★ 3.9 Luci's at the Grove 0.8 mi · Cafe · Mccormick Ranch★ 3.8 Hao Hao Chinese 0.9 mi · Chinese · Mccormick Ranch★ 4.1 Amelia's by EAT 0.9 mi · American · Mccormick Ranch★ 4.0 The Goose 1.0 mi · Cocktail bar · Mccormick Ranch★ 4.1

Book Arizona Taco Festival: tours and experiences

Arizona Taco Festival runs 17-18 Oct. These are the food tours and tastings in Scottsdale to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Stay for the festival

Hotels in Scottsdale around 17 to 18 October 2026, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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