🎉 Tacos, Tequila & Tag Teams: Boulder’s Spiciest Fest Returns

Hey Boulder! 🌞

Grab your stretchy pants and head downtown—Boulder Taco Fest is bringing the heat this Saturday! From unlimited tacos and margaritas to live bands and high-flying Lucha Libre wrestling, this is not your average food fest.

Tucked right alongside Boulder Creek at the Civic Center & Library, it’s the ultimate mashup of food, fun, and fiesta vibes—all in one unforgettable day.

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— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉

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🌮 Tacos, Tequila, and Tag Teams: Boulder Taco Fest Is Back

Clear your calendar and loosen your waistband—Boulder Taco Fest returns this Saturday, and it’s bringing the heat (and the salsa).

This isn’t just a taco tasting—it’s a full-blown creekside fiesta packed with flavor, flair, and family fun. Start your day with the Boulder 5K Taco Run, then grab a margarita and head straight for Lucha Libre wrestling, piñatas, and piles of tacos from the best local vendors. Expect cold beer, live bands, and activities for all ages—plus shaded spots by the creek to chill in between bites.

Why You Need to Go:

• 🌮 Unlimited tacos from creative and classic local faves

• 🍹 Fresh margaritas + ice-cold craft brews

• 🤼 High-flying Lucha Libre wrestling

• 🎶 Eclectic live music all day

• 🏃‍♂️ 5K Taco Run to earn your feast

• 🎈 Kids’ piñatas & activities

Whether you’re a taco snob or just in it for the good vibes, this is Boulder’s most flavorful party of the summer.

📍 Boulder Civic Center & Library

🗓️ Saturday, August 23 | 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets here – VIP, GA, Kids Wristbands & 5K entries available

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🌯 See You at the Taco Line

Whether you’re sprinting in the 5K or just sprinting toward the next taco vendor, we hope you have a blast at Boulder Taco Fest this weekend. Stay hydrated (yes, margs count… kinda), wear sunscreen, and maybe bring a piñata stick just in case.

Trivia Answer: C) Boulder Creek

This scenic waterway runs right through the heart of downtown, creating the perfect shady spot for events like Taco Fest—and a peaceful place to read if you’re inside the library.

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