2nd Annual · Free to Attend

Taste of Virginia Fest

All the flavors of Virginia — soul food, seafood, BBQ, Latin, Asian, Caribbean and more — together for one unforgettable day.

Date
Sun, Sept 27
Time
11am – 5pm
Where
Mt. Trashmore
Taste of Virginia Fest logo

Free Admission

Bring the whole family — no tickets required at the gate.

50+ Local Flavors

Restaurants, food trucks and home chefs from across Virginia.

Live Music & Culture

A celebration of the people and traditions that feed our state.

Our Mission

One day.
Every flavor of Virginia.

The Taste of Virginia Fest brings together the cooks, communities and cultures that make our Commonwealth delicious. From Tidewater seafood to soul food, from Latin street eats to Asian classics — it all meets on the hill at Mt. Trashmore.

Come hungry. Bring your people. Leave with new favorites.

Diverse group of friends enjoying food together at the festival
The Vibe

A festival as diverse as the food.

Real people, real recipes, real Virginia. Here's a taste of what to expect on the hill.

Spread of dishes from across VirginiaSmiling food vendor serving guestsFamily sharing a meal at the festival
Get Involved

Be part of the celebration.

Whether you cook, serve, sponsor or just love to eat — there's a place for you at Taste of Virginia Fest.

Vendors

Serve up your flavor

Restaurants, food trucks and home chefs — share your dish with thousands of hungry guests.

Apply to Vend
Volunteers

Help make it happen

Join the crew that keeps the festival running — setup, info booths, vendor support and more.

Sign Up to Volunteer
Sponsors

Put your brand on the hill

Partner with us to support local food culture and reach the Hampton Roads community.

Become a Sponsor
People walking the paths at Mt. Trashmore Park
Where

Meet us on the hill.

Mt. Trashmore Park · Virginia Beach, VA. Bring a blanket, take a walk around the lake, and graze your way through the best of Virginia food.