Numerous food trucks will be at the 2024 Food Truck Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 2000 N. Forest Avenue in Tyler. (Jennifer Scott/Tyler Morning Telegraph File)

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Community members will be able to sample several food trucks in one spot while supporting local businesses at an upcoming festival.

The Tyler Metro Chamber of Commerce is set to host the 2024 Food Truck Festival, an event designed to bring the community together in celebration of local businesses. This festival will serve as an opportunity for networking, community outreach, and engagement, allowing vendors to showcase their products and services.

Attendees can look forward to a day filled with delicious food, fun, and community spirit as the festival highlights several food trucks in the city. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2000 N. Forest Avenue in Tyler.

Participating food trucks include:

Kona Ice

Heaven’s Rita’s (First Place Winner, Tyler Metro Community Image Awards 2023; Voted Best Food Truck)

Mama Lulu’s

San’s Food Truck

Stew Babes

The Other Southern Style

An array of other businesses and community vendors

Additional attractions at the festival will feature cooking demonstrations, face painting, DJ Scolio D, live entertainment from local bands, and various activities, games, and prizes for both children and adults. The event promotes a picnic-friendly environment, making it suitable for attendees of all ages.

The festival is made possible thanks to generous sponsors and partners, including:

Altra Federal Credit Union (First Place Winner, Tyler Metro Community Image Awards 2023; Voted Best Financial Institution)

Origin Bank

Prosperity Bank

Southside Bank

UT Health East Texas

This event aims to celebrate the city’s rich culinary diversity while providing a platform for small businesses and local vendors to shine.

Whether individuals are food enthusiasts looking for the latest culinary delights or simply seeking a fun day out with family and friends, the Tyler Metro Food Truck Festival is the place to be.

Admission is free for all attendees, with food and beverages available for purchase.

For more information about the event, vendor line-up, and updates, please follow the Tyler Metro Chamber of Commerce on social media or visit their website at metrochamberoftyler.org.