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)
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Berglund Special Events Center
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Sunday, April 19, 2026- 10 AM – 5 PM
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Screamiverse Expo is a horror, sci-fi, and arts convention taking place at the Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA on April 18-19 2026. We will feature vendors, special guests, panels, film fest, tattooing & piercing, and more!
FEATURED CLASSES
*SOLD OUT* Behind The Yellow Tape- Presented by Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth
This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 18, 2026: 4:00-4:45 PM
Title: Behind the Yellow Tape
*SOLD OUT*
Think horror movies are scary? Try investigating one in real life. Join veteran Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she takes horror off the screen and into reality. In this up-close look at her work, you’ll walk through an actual crime scene and explore the gruesome, shocking, and sometimes bizarre details that CSI teams face every day. If you love horror, true crime, or just want to know what really happens when the scene is sealed off and the gloves go on—this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
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This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 19, 2026: 11:00-12:00 PM
Title: Dead Men Do Tell Tales
Step beyond the jump-scare and into the real world of Death Investigation. Join Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she guides you through what really happens when a life ends unexpectedly; you’ll discover how investigators read a scene, interpret the body, and separate fact from Hollywood fiction. We’ll break down common myths, surprising truths, and the small details that speak louder than any ghost story. Whether you’re a writer, a horror fan, or just fascinated by the macabre side of science, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the stories the dead can tell, if you know how to listen.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
*Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult for this event*
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