It’s An Event For Your Tastebuds

All of your smiling faces were missed at the festival this year, but we’ve come up with a way to make you smile nonetheless.

One of the signature experiences at Tacos y Tamales Festival each year is enjoying the sunshine with a Michelada in hand. While we can’t give you the sunshine, we can give you our secret Michelada mix! Until we meet again you can enjoy a fresh, delicious Michelada at home – year-round! We appreciate your support and hope to see you again in 2021!

Grab your very own 32oz. bottle of Michelada mix and get to sippin’!

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THE TACOS Y TAMALES FEST WILL RETURN NEXT YEAR!

Authentic food, art, and entertainment return to 16th street in Pilsen.

Taco's and Tamales Festival - What to Expect

• The Best (and most authentic) Tacos y Tamales Chicago has to offer

• Wide Variety of Tamales from several regions of Latin America

• Handmade Tortillas

• Local Art Installations

• Merchant Vendors

• Authentic Mexican Chefs

• Strong Presence of Latin Music and Dance Performances

• Amazing Arts & Entertainment

• Beer Garden featuring Modelo’s portfolio of products

• Suggested Donation benefiting local community organizations in Pilsen

• Pets are allowed, but not encouraged. This is a high traffic event.

From traditional mariachis, song & dance, to the very best of Latin pop rock… the entertainment elements of the Tacos y Tamales Festival will be second to none. Patrons can expect a full weekend lineup on performance stage and into the streets where the music is as authentic as the food, culture, and pulse of the fest itself.

In a culture where authenticity matters, the Tacos y Tamales Festival is sure to deliver on both the quality and quantity of our ethnic food selection. Patrons can indulge in a unique arena of tastes and smells guaranteed to satisfy all your desires.

Pilsen is only a few minutes away from the center of Chicago by bus or train. This working-class neighborhood is thick with riches in art and historic architecture, and occupied by a community that’s fiercely proud of where they live. The Tacos y Tamales Festival aims to give back to the community in which it is hosted; as a portion of the proceeds will benefit local community groups as well as preservation projects inhabiting Pilsen’s everyday lifestyle.

16th Street Murals

The Tacos y Tamales Festival will take place in the shadows of the 16^th street murals. Local, as well as National and International artists have their works displayed on these walls. The giant paintings make for a very beautiful and unique backdrop for the event. They are truly a sight to behold. The Tacos y Tamales Festival will be raising money for the preservation of these cultural landmarks.