2025
Columbus Taco Fest Spring Edition Moves to Goodale Park for Its 9th edition.
Columbus, OH — January 6, 2025 — The highly anticipated Columbus Taco Fest is back for its 9th edition, bringing all the excitement and flavor to Goodale Park for the first time on Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25, 2025. The spring edition of Taco Fest will benefit Friends of Goodale Park, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and enhancing Goodale Park as a premier urban park for all residents and visitors.
This move to Goodale Park marks a new chapter for the spring edition of Taco Fest, building on the park’s reputation as a safe and beloved community gathering space. Goodale Park has been home to the festival’s fall editions, and its welcoming atmosphere has made it a fan-favorite location for attendees and vendors alike.
“Taco Fest has always been about celebrating the vibrant Columbus community, and Goodale Park provides the perfect backdrop for this celebration,” said Hugo Albornoz, event organizer. “We’re excited to bring the same great energy, delicious food, and engaging activities that our attendees know and love to this iconic location.”
What to Expect at Taco Fest Spring 2025
Taco Fest will feature an array of food trucks serving up the city’s best tacos, refreshing margaritas, and beer options. Attendees can also explore local craft vendors and enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities.
One of the event’s highlights is the return of the Puppy Dress-Up Contest, benefiting Rescue Me Pawsome Style, an Ohio non-profit organization committed to finding loving homes for abandoned and unwanted dogs. The contest is always a crowd favorite, showcasing the creativity of pet owners and the charm of their four-legged friends.
Since its inception in 2018, Taco Fest has grown into a premier event for foodies and families, consistently delivering memorable experiences. The event’s partnership with Friends of Goodale Park underscores its commitment to giving back to the community while celebrating Columbus’ love for tacos and good company.
Event Details:
- Dates: Saturday, May 24 & Sunday, May 25, 2025
- Location: Goodale Park, Columbus, OH
- Admission: Free
- Age Policy: All ages are welcome. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21+.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting spring tradition! Follow Columbus Taco Fest on social media for updates, including vendor announcements, activity schedules, and more.
About Friends of Goodale Park
Friends of Goodale Park is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and enhancing Goodale Park as a premier urban green space. Their efforts ensure the park remains a welcoming and vibrant space for all to enjoy.
Media Contact:
Hugo Albornoz
Email: hugo@columbustacofest.com
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2024
Press Releases
Columbus Taco Fest Returns with a Flavorful Fiesta for 2024, Expanding to Rich Street Bridge
Puppy Dress-Up Contest Returns to Columbus Taco Fest: A Fun-filled Day for Furry Friends and Their Owners.
Tacos, Tequila, and Music – A Fall Festival at Goodale Park
Media Mentions
NBC4 – Columbus Taco Fest 2024 returns in May
NBC4 – Annual puppy dress-up contest returns to Columbus Taco Fest
10TV – Columbus Taco Fest returns to Genoa Park this weekend
ABC6 – Columbus Taco Fest returns for one tasty weekend
NBC4 – Annual taco fest returning to Columbus this fall
The Columbus Dispatch – Coffee and taco festivals return this weekend. Here’s how to go
2023
Press Release
Taco Fest Fall Edition: A Flavorful Fiesta Returns with Exciting Updates and A Charitable Cause.
Media Mentions
614 Now – Columbus Taco Fest announces return for 2023
ABC6 – Columbus Taco Fest: Puppy dress-up contest scheduled for May 21
NBC4 – Puppy Dress-up Contest to return to Columbus Taco Fest
The Columbus Dispatch – Columbus Taco Fest returns to Genoa Park this weekend
10TV – Taco festival returns to downtown Columbus for its 5th year
NBC4 – What to know about this weekend’s Columbus Taco Fest
Spectrum New – Columbus Taco Fest returns for 5th year
NBC4 – Columbus Taco Fest returns for fall season
ABC6 – 5th annual Columbus Taco Fest returning this spring
The Lantern – Columbus taco fest brings zesty flavors to local food scene
2022
Press Release
Columbus Taco Fest Returning in May to Original Location at Genoa Park for Two Days of Tacos + Tequila + Music.
Media Mentions
The Columbus Dispatch – Tacos and tunes on tap at Columbus Taco Fest, back at Genoa Park in May
614 Now – The Columbus Taco Fest announces return
Columbus Underground – The Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Columbus for 2022
iHeart – Margaritas, Music And More: Columbus Taco Fest Returns
The Columbus Dispatch – Weekend fiesta: Columbus Taco Fest back for two days of food, margaritas, music and more
CBUStoday – CBUStoday’s guide to Columbus Taco Fest 2022
NBC4 – Columbus Taco Fest back at Genoa Park
2021
Press Releases
Columbus Taco Fest to bring back carryout style event this spring
Columbus Taco Fest – Tacos + Tequila + Music Returns This Fall at Goodale Park for Two Days of Tacos, Two Days of Fun.
Media Mentions
614Now – The Columbus Taco Fest kicks off this weekend
The Columbus Dispatch – Best bets | Food events, theater, music and more taking place in Columbus area this weekend
Columbus Underground – The Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Columbus for 2021
Ohiofestivals.net – 90 Weekend Festivals and Events: May 13-16, 2021
ABC6 – Upcoming events planned for May around Columbus
NBC4 – Columbus Taco Fest to hold carryout event this spring
614Now – Columbus Taco Fest slated for next month
Bite of Columbus – Birria Bites: Columbus Grab n Go Taco Fest
That Year
Press Releases
Columbus Taco Fest Grab-N-Go October 10th and 11th, 2020.
2020 Columbus Taco Fest rescheduled for October 10th and 11th, 2020.
The Columbus Taco Fest returns to Downtown Columbus for two days of tacos, two days of fun in 2020.
Media Mentions
The Lantern – Move over Taco Tuesday: Columbus Taco Fest to hold carryout-only festival this weekend
Columbus Navigator – 14 Fun Things To Do Around Columbus This October
Dayton.com – WORTH THE DRIVE: Prepare for 2 days of tacos and tequila at the Columbus Taco Fest
Only In Your State – Best Ohio Taco Festival: 2020 Columbus Taco Fest
Columbus Underground – The Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Columbus For 2020
2019
Press Release
Columbus Taco Fest Returns to Downtown Columbus Bigger and Better.
Media Mentions
Columbus Navigator – Navigator Weekender: The 13 Best Things To Do This Weekend
614Now – “Bigger and better” Taco Fest returns for a second helping
Dayton.com – WORTH THE DRIVE: Your guide to Columbus Taco Fest this weekend
614Now – 614NOW Survival Guide: Taco Fest 2019
Fox 28 Columbus – 2019 Summer festivals and activities in Central Ohio
The Columbus Dispatch – Photos: Weekend events for Columbus and central Ohio
CityScene Columbus – Five Things to do in Columbus May 17-20
Hoodline – Columbus boasts a hot lineup of food and drink events this week
Columbus Moms Blog – Columbus Moms Blog Guide to the Month of May 2019
614whats2love.com – Columbus Taco Fest
Eat Play Cbus – 2019 Food and Drink Festivals
2018
Media Mentions
Columbus Navigator – The 1st Annual Columbus Taco Fest Is Coming This Spring
NBC4 – Your 2018 central Ohio summer festival guide
614Now – Seldom Scene: Small Fests
Save the Crew – Columbus Taco Fest – May 19 at Genoa Park
614Now – Attn amigos: Columbus Taco Fest happening this weekend
1870 Magazine – The Fest Is Yet To Come
The Lantern – What’s Up: May 17-20
Arch City Tavern – Three Columbus Festivals to Enjoy This Summer