



Fort Taber
1000 S Rodney French Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02744
New Bedford
Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival
May 2
Saturday
12 - 5 PM
*early entry VIP hour starts 11 am
FTFA is bringing the ultimate food truck and craft beverage experience to New Bedford for the 10th time!
Featuring some of the area's most popular food trucks dishing out fan favorites such as lobster and street food nachos, Portuguese/ American Culinary Fusion, dessert pizzas, BBQ, fresh juice and smoothies and more!
Offering regional and national brews.
Festival Map
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The Food
Food Truck | Menu | Dietary Options |
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Empanada Kingdom | Empanadas: chicken, cheese, beef, vegan, pork. | |
Trolley Dogs | Extra large beef hot dogs & fries both with specialty topping craft lemonade, veggie burgers | Vegetarian |
Barrels & Boards | Comfort American classis. Smash burgers, candied bacon skewers, buffalo chicken nachos, bourbon marinated steak tips. | Gluten Free |
Shine Mobile Coffee | Coffee, iced coffee, espresso based drinks, iced mocha latte, iced caramel latte | Gluten Free |
Mumsy's Ice Cream Delight | Ice Cream | Gluten Free |
The Whoo(pie) Wagon - VIP TRUCK | Whoopie Pies, Ice Cream Stuffed Whoopie Pies and Cookies, Cookie Stacks, Bottled
Water, Pomegranate Lemonade, Coffee & Specialty Lattes | Vegan, Gluten Free |
Inferno Smoke House | Our menu includes stacked burgers and loaded hot dogs, cheesy quesadillas filled with smoked brisket, pulled pork, or chicken, and hearty BBQ bowls layered with mac and cheese, baked beans, and fresh coleslaw | Vegetarian |
The Mea Thai Cuisine | Thai Food | Gluten Free |
The Burrito Bowl | Mexican | Vegan |
South Shore Smoke House | BBQ | Vegetarian |
Sabrosa Venezuela | Arepas, Cachapas, Passion fruit juice, sodas | Gluten Free |
Piesons Pizza | Pizza | Vegetarian |
Cousins Maine Lobster | Maine lobster entrees | None |
Jerry’s Food Concessions | Fried dough, oreos,twinkies, chic tenders,popcorn, French fries and assorted drinks | None |
Crepe Shop | Savory and Sweet Crepes + Ice cream | Vegetarian |
Bem Bom Portuguese/American Culinary Fusion | Portuguese/American Culinary Fusion. Sandwiches, Gourmet Fries and More. | Gluten Free |
Mac n Cheese Please Mobile | Mac n Cheese | Vegetarian |
Egg Roll Evolution | Savory and Sweet Egg Rolls, Strawberry Lemonade | Vegetarian |
Dukes Bakery | Brunch Chicken And Waffles | Gluten Free |
Uncle Joey's Cannoli | Cannoli |
FAQ
General Info
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🌦️ This event is rain or shine
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🍴 Food & beverages are sold separately from admission
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👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly event
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💳 Cash & credit accepted at the gate and by most vendors
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🪑 Lawn chairs welcome and encouraged
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🍺 Alcohol service ends 30 minutes prior to festival close
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🇺🇸 🧒 Free admission for all military & children 10 and under
Ticket Policy
No Refunds on Admission or Beer Tickets
Travel & Parking
$15 fee to park - City of New Bedford will be collecting. No cash is accepted for parking. There will be a QR code or text-to-pay available on site to pay for parking fee.
Travel Options
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Drive and park in parking lot
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Uber/Lyft or Taxi
Facilities
Porta potties available on site to all guests
Dog Policy
The festival is paws-approved — leashed Dogs can come vibe, drool, and join the good-time parade! 🐾😎🚚🐶
The Experience
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Check out our FOODIE TUNES - Live Music TBA
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Try multiple cuisines from dozens of food trucks.
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Enjoy local craft and domestic beers, and other alcoholic beverages.
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Buy gifts for yourself and your loved ones in the Artisan Market.
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Bring your friends and family, lawn chairs, blankets, and soak in the sun!



The Brews
The Artisans
The festival features local and regional artisans that sell handcrafted goods and packaged food products.
Artisan | Products |
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KEEP CHECKING BACK - MORE TO COME! | |
ChrisMix Candy | We produce several varieties of organically flavored sweet and salty chocolate toffee. |
Lakuna Links | Custom-fit permanent jewelry, welded right on site |
Boston Brisket Works | Jerky |
Pet Wants Newton | Pet nutrition specialist making and selling natural options for pet food, treats, chews and supplements |
Adult and Teen Challenge | Handmade cutting boards |
CBD American Shaman of Plaistow | Hemp based health and wellness |
Hot Sauce Spot
Best New England hot sauces around! Take home your favorite at the festival.
Sauces |
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KEEP CHECKING BACK - MORE TO COME! |
Bali Marle LLC |







