The Official Kentucky Food Truck State Championship began in 2021 and is held yearly on the Second Saturday in September in Renfro Valley, Kentucky. Attendees are allowed to get food and drinks from any of the food trucks – please note that more popular trucks will have a longer line. 

Pop, water, and sports drinks will be available at the Food Trucks, as well as designated drink tents. Beer, Bourbon, and Wine will be available in our Beer and Wine Garden, featuring Kentucky based vendors. You must be 21 or older and show valid ID to purchase alcoholic beverages.

There will also be a separate Arts & Crafts Vendors, Kid’s Play Area with over a dozen free activities, as well as covered tents with seating and tables to enjoy your meal.

A team of judges pick the Grand Champion and Individual Winners. However, the public is invited to participated in voting for people’s choice winner.

Food Trucks compete for the Grand Prize of $5,000 and title of Kentucky Food Truck State Champion!

Individual Category Prizes ($500 Each)

Best Truck Theme & Design

Best BBQ

Best Burger

Best International Dish

Best Specialty Drink

Best Dessert

Most Unique Menu Item

People’s Choice Award – Anyone can vote at Info Booth 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:30 AM   VIP Early Access to Food Truck Area (Must have pass)

11:00 AM   Gates Open to Food Truck & Craft Vendor Area

11:00 AM   Competition Begins

11:00 AM   Kid’s Play Area Opens

5:30 PM     Competition Winners Announced on Stage
6:00 PM     End of Event