Families across Baltimore County are invited to enjoy the ninth annual Trifecta Food Truck & Music Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the Maryland State Fairgrounds Racetrack Infield in Timonium, offering a full day of food, music and kid‑friendly activities.
What to Expect
Organizers promise a “flavor‑and‑sound explosion” with more than 30 food trucks serving everything from smoky barbecue and crab cakes to tacos, bacon on a stick and sweet treats. In addition to the culinary lineup, the festival will host 40 local vendors showcasing crafts, merchandise and services.
Music lovers can look forward to ten live bands performing across two main stages. The lineup includes a mix of local favorites and regional acts that aim to capture the energy of Baltimore’s historic Preakness celebrations.
Family Activities
Beyond food and music, the festival features a mechanical bull, a rock‑climbing wall and several bounce houses. Children twelve and under receive free admission, and parking is also free for all attendees.
Longtime media partner 98 Rock will broadcast live from the fairgrounds, and a special plunge pool will support the Maryland Special Olympics, adding a charitable dimension to the day’s festivities.
Voices Behind the Event
“Finding the perfect balance between throwing a big party with quality food trucks, the best local bands, and providing a space for the entire family to enjoy was the goal,” said festival founder Paul Manna of 24‑7 Entertainment. “Baltimore County deserves a large‑scale event like this they can call their own.”
Rosa Gargano, president of the Maryland Mobile Food Truck Association and owner of Wanna Pizza This, added, “We serve at all major events in Baltimore. Trifecta is the best food truck event of the year!”
Practical Details
Early Entry Gates open at 11:00 a.m.; General Admission gates open at noon. Tickets, the full food‑truck roster and additional information are available at trifectafestival.com. The event is free for children twelve and under, and parking is complimentary.
Since its debut in 2016, Trifecta has become a highlight of the region’s festival calendar, drawing crowds from across the county and surrounding areas. Organizers hope this year’s celebration will continue to strengthen community ties and showcase the vibrant culinary and musical talent that defines Baltimore County.
Original reporting: Baltimore Fishbowl — read the source article.
