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The Black Food Truck Festival will return to the Charleston area this spring to celebrate Black businesses and culture with food, music, family-friendly activities, and entertainment. Tickets are on sale now for the two-day festival being held on April 22nd and 23rd at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson.
The inaugural festival in 2022 drew more than 15,000 people from all around the Carolinas and generated more than $1 million for Black-owned businesses in the Charleston region. (You can view the full economic impact report online here).
In addition to highlighting the region's food truck cuisine, the annual Black Food Truck Festival says they have a greater mission of making an economic and social impact on the community by showcasing and investing in Black-owned businesses.
“We will be using more venue space at the fairgrounds for more food, entertainment, and fun,” said festival founder Marcus Hammond. “We’ll also be adding VIP tickets, more games for both kids and adults, and an extra entrance for parking and access to the grounds.”
Food trucks returning to this year's festival are:
- Fab Sliders
- Keoni's
- Nothin' But Chicken
Food trucks making their debut at the festival are:
- 1 Love Jerk Hut
- Seol Ah’s
- Curt Got Crabs
The entertainment lineup includes nationally syndicated radio host Headkrack as the host, Trap Jazz All Stars, The Red Sample, Stout, and Mike Stone. From 6 pm to 7 pm, there will be a DJ battle on the main stage. More activities and performances are expected to be announced.
Festival times are 12 pm to 7 pm for general admission and 11 am to 7 pm for VIP. Early-bird admission is $15 or purchase a two-day ticket for $25. Early-bird prices increase on March 1. Tickets do not include food. Children ages 12 and under are admitted free. No pets allowed. Purchase tickets at www.blackfoodtruckfestival.com
The Exchange Park Fairgrounds is located at 9850 Highway 78.
