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The TACO FEST at Salt River Fields will be a memorable two-day event that brings together over 40 of the state’s most passionate taco makers along with agave spirit artisans, local musicians and DJs, artists, and small businesses to create an exciting experience authentic to our community. This festival is a joyful reminder that food, art, music, spirits, and community intertwine to create a tapestry of experiences that honor the beauty and vibrance of Mexican culture. But at the heart of it all is a feast for the senses, with the savory allure of tacos bringing food lovers together for a memorable culinary journey.

The event will be uniquely Arizona, shedding light on the street taco vendors and local businesses that make our scene so vibrant. All vendors will have a single taco option so you can try as many as possible. Tacos will cost extra once inside the event. Wash them down with a Tequila Corrido Margarita available at all bars throughout the festival.

The festival will take place on Saturday  October 18th  from 11am-7pm & Sunday October 19th from 11am-6pm. 



Phoenix

United States

Arizona

Salt River Fields at Talking Stick

Taco Fest

Verde Canyon Railroad's seasonal celebration of Arizona craft beer is on tap starting September 14th and takes place daily at the depot through October 31, 11:00 am-12:45 pm, prior to all 1:00 pm departures. A wide selection of local AZ brews will be on tap on the patio beverage bar all autumn long. Enjoy a freshly-prepared lunch from the Copper Spike Cafe prior to pair with your beverage prior to boarding a historic train ride deep into the wild heart of Arizona. 

300 N. Broadway

Verde Canyon Railroad

Ales on Rails

Start your Arizona adventure while the landscape is fresh and dewy, during the cooler hours of morning. The depot’s Copper Spike Cafe offers a tempting variety of breakfasts that may be purchased to carry aboard, and complimentary charcuterie awaits every guest on the train. 


Spacious living room-style seating near panoramic windows. Full bar service is available in every car. The only tough choice? Bloody Mary or Mimosa!  All seating cars connect to open-air viewing platforms.


May 3 - September 14: Morning trains depart at 11:00am and return by 3:00pm.


September 20 - October 25: Trains depart at 10:00am and return by 2:00pm. 


 

Saturday Morning Train Ride

Verde Canyon Railroad is proud to be a sponsor of the Phoenix-based wildlife rescue, Liberty Wildlife. All are welcome to visit Verde Canyon Railroad depot for Raptors at the Rails, an educational presentation on the patio on select dates 11:00am-12:45pm. This free event prior to the train’s 1:00 pm departure features close-up glimpses of Arizona raptors such as eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, falcons and kestrels, amazing residents of Liberty Wildlife’s educational program. During the summer months, Liberty shares cold-blooded creatures such as tortoises, lizards and snakes during "Reptiles at the Rails".

Raptors (or Reptiles) at the Rails

Join us for Market Days at the base of the Tower!

We will be featuring over 40 local vendors from across San Antonio. Come browse, shop, and enjoy as you discover and support local businesses.

This is a FREE family-friendly event, happening throughout the year, with food and live music!