Clear your calendar and come hungry: the 1st Annual Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival lands at the Budweiser Brewery Experience (221 Daniel Webster Hwy, Merrimack, NH) on Saturday, October 18, 12–6 pm. Expect a full afternoon of big flavors, cold brews, live vibes, and artisan shopping—all set against the wide-open brewery grounds that practically beg for lawn chairs and a laid-back fall hang.
This is no tiny tasting—organizers are bringing 20+ trucks and a curated artisan market, with family-friendly fun baked in (kids 10 & under free) and plenty of room to roam. It’s a rain-or-shine event, so layer up, pack a blanket, and plan to make a day of it.
What’s on the Menu?
Think greatest hits from around New England, from crispy fries and sliders to global street eats and over-the-top desserts. Some of the featured trucks include:
- Macken’s Sliders – mini burgers, big flavor
- Travelin’ Pizza – wood-fired pies on wheels
- Tandoor and Curry on Wheels – Indian favorites fresh from the tandoor
- Mi Corazon Taqueria – tacos and Mexican street eats
- Unlawful Waffles – sweet and savory Belgian-style creations
- The Whoo(pie) Wagon – dessert lovers’ dream (VIP exclusive)
- The Perky Turkey – comfort food with a twist
- Seacoast Street Eats – regional favorites from the New Hampshire coast
- Cali Arepa – Venezuelan arepas filled to perfection
- Sabrosa Venezuela – South American street fare
- FYR Grill – flame-kissed classics
- Bird’s Nest Italian Street Food – hearty, handheld Italian snacks
- Zao Gelato – non-dairy frozen indulgence
Of course, you’ll wash it all down with Budweiser favorites and seasonal brews, poured steps from the source.
Good to Know
- Date & Time: Saturday, Oct 18, 12–6 pm (VIP entry at 11 am)
- Family Friendly: Kids 10 & under get in free
- What to Bring: Lawn chairs and blankets encouraged
- No Dogs Allowed (service animals excepted)
- Rain or Shine: Festival goes on regardless of weather
- Parking: On-site and overflow lots available
Why You Should Go
October in New England is peak “sweater-weather snack time,” and this festival nails the vibe: sprawling lawns, live music, artisan vendors, and more flavors than you can sample in one sitting. It’s a perfect way to spend a crisp fall Saturday—eat, sip, lounge, repeat.
Whether you’re chasing your favorite truck or sampling something new, circle October 18 in ink. This inaugural edition is set to become an autumn staple.