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AN IMMERSIVE & TASTY EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER

LABOR DAY WEEKEND | SEPTEMBER 2 - 3, 2023 

METROPOLITAN PARK - WATERFRONT PARK DOWNTOWN JACKSONVILLE

2023 festival details

We are excited to call Metropolitan Park, located in Downtown Jacksonville on the St. Johns River, the new home for the 2023 Jacksonville Taco & Tequila Festival! 

"For two special days, Downtown Jax will be transformed into an experience unlike anything the city has ever seen!"

Guests can expect mouth-watering tacos & Mexican street fare from over 40 restaurants, food trucks & culinary teams from around the city as well nationally recognized musicians & performers you won't want to miss. New this year at the festival is an elevated Grand Tasting Experience featuring 50+ craft distillers, art, music, and all day access to a private lounge + air conditioned restrooms. In addition, there will be an enhanced Tequila & Craft Margarita experience for all guests, waterfront Artisan Market, Gameday Tailgate Village, games, and more!

Tickets go on sale Thursday May 18th @ 11am and will be discounted over 50% for the first 24 hours! The festival is best enjoyed with a Grand Tasting Experience or VIP Pass (Sold Out in 2022) and General Admission tickets include a welcome Margarita or cerveza.

For sponsorship & vendor opportunities, please Email Us.



CHARITABLE PARTNERS

The festival is a fundraiser for several local Jacksonville nonprofits benefiting the arts, community enrichment and education here on the First Coast and over $100,000 was raised for Jacksonville nonprofits as a result of the 2022 Jacksonville Taco and Tequila Festival.

ATTEND THE FESTIVAL

DISCOUNTED TICKETS: Ticket Prices Go Up 6/1/ 2023 @ Midnight

General Admission Experience

1-Day: $30 til 6/1 | $50 Day Of

2-Day: $40 til 6/1 | $80 Day Of

  • One complimentary margarita or cerveca at the Welcome Hospitality Station

  • A wristband for access all day to the festival grounds

  • Access to the Waterfront Makers & Distillery Village (Open Daily: Noon -8pm)

  • 2 stages of live music featuring internationally recognized musicians & performers. Line up coming soon! 

Grand Sampling Experience

Passes $85 til 6/1 | $150 Day Of

  • Includes 2-DAY GA wristband plus everything below

  • Access to the private, curated  Tequila Sampling Experience during specified time.

  • Opportunity to sample over 50+ tequilas and meet the distillers

  • Sample craft cocktails & margaritas

  • Limited edition, engraved crystal sampling glass

  • Access to private lounge and air conditioned restrooms all day.

  • + more

Capacity in this area will be limited & there will be two sampling time frames each day: 12:30pm-3:00pm & 4:00 pm-6:30pm. (Please make sure when purchasing to double check your time slot)

Please drink and enjoy responsibly. Must be 21+ to drink alcoholic beverages or participate in sampling experience!

The Golden Agave Club + VIP Lounge

1-Day: $175 til 6/1 | $250 Day Of

2-Day: $295 til 6/1 | $400 Day Of

  • Access to the VIP Hospitality Tent

  • Premium tequila samplings + spirit offerings

  • All day access to the Grand Sampling Experience

  • Engraved crystal sampling glass

  • Private air conditioned restrooms

  • Private seating area with stage viewing

  • Private Cash Bar

  • Complimentary Draft Beer

  • VIP Skip The Line Entry to festival

  • + more


CABANA'S & 2 STORY CHALETS STILL AVAILABLE, EMAIL US FOR MORE INFO

“Colores y Creatividad”

A first of its kind festival & art experience happening at the festival! Over the span of two days, attendees will be able to observe & connect with some of the areas most popular artists as they bring life-size masterpiece’s to life.
2022 Artists Below; 2023 Line Up Coming Soon!

NICO HOLDERBAUM

ELENA OHLENDER

JACK GRAVESKI

ANSLEY RANDAL

ANTHONY ROONEY

HOUSA

SCOTIE COUSIN

ROBERT KOVACS

JARETT WALKER

PERLA

MARTIN TORRES

ARIART


2022 PARTNERS & SPONSORS

A SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE LOCAL PARTNERS WHO MADE LAST YEAR'S FESTIVAL POSSIBLE

FAQ'S

Have a specific question, email us: jaxtacofest@gmail.com

Are Pets Allowed?

Yes, well behaved dogs are welcome during daylight hours. We ask that you keep your furry friends on a 6ft leash or shorter.

I don't eat meat but want tacos?

Good news is here! Several taco makers will be serving vegan + vegetarian options!

What will concessions cost inside the festival?

Most food items will be between $5-$15. Beers, seltzers & margaritas range from $7-15. Water at select locations is FREE. Funds raised from concessions will benefit charity!

What kinds of payments are accepted?

Credit cards and cash will be accepted at all bars, taco makers and vendors. All bars will feature a CASH Express Line. Limited ATM's will be available on site & are subject to availability.

Are Children Allowed?

YES! Children 12 & under don't need an experience pass too. During the day, we will have several children activities onsite + there's a cool playground in the middle of the park for the kids to play on while you enjoy tacos!

Where should I park?

Glad you asked... Parking will be available in lots next to Metropolitan Park. There will also be bike rack at the entrance to lock your bike up.

We recommend designating a driver, carpooling or using UBER.

What's Allowed?

  • Blankets (Recommend)

  • Cellphones & charging blocks

  • Sunscreen (non aerosol)

  • Bug spray (non aerosol)

  • Un-opened waters

  • Binoculars (Just bring em)

  • Cash (Pro Tip: Express lines @ Bars)

  • Small bags, totes and purses under 14" - All bags subject to search.

  • Strollers & food for the kids

  • Well behaved pets

What's NOT ALLOWED?

  • NO WEAPONS AND/OR SHARP OBJECTS

  • NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE

  • NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

  • NO LARGE BAGS (If you think its too big... Then it probably is)

  • NO MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, NOISEMAKERS OR AIRHORNS

  • NO BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS OR SCOOTERS (We will have a bike lock up station right outside the main gate, Biking is recommended)

  • NO FLAMMABLE ITEMS OR LIQUIDS INCLUDING AEROSOLS, FIREWORKS, AND CANDLES

  • NO ILLEGAL DRUGS

  • NO PETITIONING

  • NO POSTERS, FLAGS, BANNERS, PLACARDS OR SIGNAGE

  • NO LASER PENS / POINTERS OR OTHER LIGHT FOCUSING DEVICES

  • NO COOLERS OR COOLING BAGS

  • NO BOTTLES, CANS. CANTEENS, FLASKS, ECT


For sponsorship & vendor opportunities: jaxtacofest@gmail.com

Festival is rain or shine - No refunds.   Please drink and enjoy responsibly.   Must be 21+ to drink

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