2023 Food Truck Battle

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness will headline the #SYRFoodTrucks 2023 Food Truck Battle to take place in and around Chevy Court at the New York State Fairgrounds on May 13th. This event will also showcase an impressive supporting lineup of musical guests including nationally touring act, Michigander, plus local favorites: Hard Promises, Brownskin Band, Fondu, My So Called Band, Just Joe and Ryan Mackie.

The fun doesn’t stop there! In addition to the stellar musical line-up, the Food Truck Battle is Central New York’s largest gathering of food trucks. Fifty plus food trucks will come together for a friendly competition to win the coveted Judge’s Choice & People’s Choice Awards, and a new award this year: the Most Creative/Unique Entry. Craft Beer & Wine Slushie tickets will be available for purchase with valid ID.

The festival will offer fun for the whole family with a Kids Zone with live characters, activities, games and more! Over fifty local artists and crafters will be in the Artisan Village located inside the C&S Companies Science & Industry building! Open 11am-8pm.

This year, the Syracuse Food Truck Association will donate a portion of proceeds from the Food Truck Battle to Helping Hounds Dog Rescue and Erin's Angels.

Regular adult admission is $10. Tickets available online with credit card payment, or at the main entrance the day of the event with cash payment only.

Music Lovers VIP tickets $40 - includes festival admission through the presale line and access to exclusive VIP areas (VIP standing room in front of stage as well as adjacent VIP tent with covered seating).

FREE parking in the brown lot, handicap parking next to the main gate. Event entrance is through the main gate only.