TACO'RITAS
BERGLUND CENTER
Ticket Prices: $49 (VIP), $12, $9.
Children 12 & under free admission!
Event Start time: 12pm-5pm / VIP EARLY ENTRY AT 11 AM
About TacoRitas! Celebrate with us on Cinco de Mayo, with live Latin music, salsa dancing, margaritas, and of course….TACOS from your favorite local Roanoke restaurants! Choose a variety of experiences, from the ultimate VIP Package to a Tastings ticket. This year, we will also feature a Zona para niños (Kids Zone) with activities centered around family fun!
As Taco ‘Ritas Festival gears up for its eagerly anticipated second year, Berglund Center is excited to welcome local vendors and attendees alike to celebrate on Cinco de Mayo weekend. The vibrant and festive atmosphere will see even more fun this year with having the Festival at Berglund Center; allowing the festival to be indoors in the event of rain. With the success of its debut, Taco ‘Ritas has become a must-attend celebration, promising an even more extraordinary experience in its sophomore year. Get ready to savor the flavors, feel the fiesta, and join us in making Taco ‘Ritas Festival 2024 an unforgettable celebration of Cinco de Mayo!
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TIPS:
- You may bring chairs and umbrellas
- The festival is dog friendly - Dogs must be leashed.
- You may bring an unopened water into the festival
Event Schedule:
11 AM - VIP Early Entry
12 PM - 1 PM : Live Music! Chupacabras
1 PM - 1:30 PM: Salsa Dancing & Lessons!
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Live Music! Chupacabras
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Taco Eating Contest sponsored by Tidy
3 PM - 3:30 PM: Live Salsa Dancing by Salsa Roanoke
3:30 PM - 5 PM: Live Music! Mariachi
Ticket Options:
-VIP Package $49
- 1 hour early access (11am)
- Exclusive VIP Only Area
- Exclusive VIP Necklace
- Taco ‘Ritas shot glass
- 3 Tacos
- 1 Margarita Tasting Wristband
- Exclusive Margarita purchase line and exclusive to VIP Margarita flavor!
- Unlimited chips & salsa bar
- Margarita Drink Tastings Only (up to 5 samples) $12 (available for purchase day of the event at the gate)
-General Admission $9
-Children 12 & Under Free Admission!
VENDOR LIST
April Rose Art (Face Painting)
Big Daddy's Munchies
Cabo Fish Taco - Roanoke
Diablos Taco Truck
DJ Flex Photobooth
Delicia's Gormet Ice
El Gordo’s Kitchen
Fonda Hernandez
Empanada Nirvana Roanoke
Hangrcy Food Truck
HAV Crafts
Hello Roanoke
Leo's Catering & Co.
Local Colors
Pop Up Smoke
Queen's Vegan Cafe (Vegan Option)
Rock&Roll Diner
Salsa Noke
Tuco's Taqueria Garaje
Yayi’s Sweets (Mexican sweets)
Featured Events
BERGLUND SPECIAL EVENTS CENTER
This Weekend, FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1, 2026
Berglund Center
Hours: Fri 2p-7p, Sat 10a-7p, Sun 10a-5p
Show Admission Is Free
Save Big on a huge selection of Hot Tubs and Swim Spas from major brands! Over 30 Hot Tubs and Swim Spas will be on display from 5 major brands at huge discounts. Financing is available (with approved credit).
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
SOLD OUT
- Cost: $11 + fees
- Session Length: 15 Minutes
- Age Requirements: Children must be at least 2 years old to ride the bumper cars
- Children 2 to 4 years old must ride with an adult (no additional cost)
- Children 5 years and older can ride in their own car as long as they are able to reach and successfully operate the bumper car controls.
- What to Wear: The ice arena is chilly, so make sure to bring warm clothing to help make your time on the ice more enjoyable (gloves, winter hat and coat). We also recommend that you wear closed toe shoes with good traction.
- Click HERE for list of rules
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes in advance to your time slot
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
Tickets: $14-26 (Adult), $12-24 (Kids 2-12)
Parking: $10 or Free Shuttle
Doors Open - 6:00 PM, Game Start Time 7:05
Step up to the plate for Baseball Night! Roanoke celebrates the return of the Red Sox and baseball season as they face off against Huntsville on the ice. Puck drops at 7:05 P.M. We'll see ya there!