Rockin' Vibes Food Truck
Rockin' Vibes Presents
Tampa Bay's Most Epic Food Event
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Battle
OF THE
Food Trucks

One stadium. One day. One epic showdown.
Tampa Bay's finest food trucks go head-to-head and YOU are the judge. The crowd votes. The winner earns the crown. The food is absolutely legendary.

Saturday, April 11, 2025  •  11AM to 7PM  •  Raymond James Stadium
🍳 See What's Coming 🚗 Meet The Trucks
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Tampa Bay's Biggest
Food Truck Showdown

Every year Tampa Bay debates the same question: who has the best food truck in the bay? This April, we're settling it once and for all. The Battle of the Food Trucks is a full-day outdoor food festival hosted at the iconic Raymond James Stadium, and every single bite matters.

Over a dozen of Tampa Bay's most celebrated food trucks will be set up and serving their absolute best. Smash burgers. Smoked BBQ. Loaded bowls. Fresh seafood. Gourmet tacos. Artisan desserts. And of course, Rockin' Vibes bringing the heat with our legendary 1/4 lb burgers and fire-loaded fries.

Admission is completely free. All you need to bring is your appetite, your friends, and your vote. The truck with the most votes at the end of the day wins the inaugural Tampa Bay Food Truck Crown.

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Location
Raymond James Stadium
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Date
Saturday, April 11
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Hours
11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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Admission
FREE ยท All Ages Welcome
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Raymond James Stadium
4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy • Tampa, FL 33607
Home of the Buccaneers ยท Now Home of the Battle

What To Expect

We've packed one day with more food, fun, and flavor than Tampa Bay has ever seen in one place. Here's what's waiting for you.

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World-Class Street Food
Taste your way through Tampa Bay's most celebrated food trucks, all competing to serve the best plate of the day. Dozens of options, one incredible day.
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Live Music All Day
Local Tampa Bay artists performing live throughout the day. From soul and R&B to rock and Latin beats, the soundtrack is as good as the food.
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People's Choice Award
Every attendee gets a vote. You decide who wins Tampa Bay's most coveted food truck crown. No judges. No panels. Just the people.
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Craft Drinks & Cold Beer
Local breweries and craft drink vendors will be on-site keeping you cool. From cold brew to craft IPAs to fresh-squeezed lemonade. We've got you covered.
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Family-Friendly Fun
Kids' activities, face painting, giant lawn games and a dedicated kids' zone mean the whole family can come out and enjoy the day stress-free.
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Epic Photo Ops
Larger-than-life installations, custom art walls, and the electric energy of Raymond James Stadium make this the most Instagrammable food event of the year.

Meet The Trucks

Tampa Bay's finest are all showing up ready to battle. Here's the lineup of competitors going head-to-head for the crown.

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Rockin' Vibes
Smash Burgers, Loaded Fries & All-Beef Dogs
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Smoky Paws BBQ
Slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork & BBQ platters
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Taco Fuego
Street tacos, elotes & agua fresca
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Gulf Coast Catch
Fresh seafood, shrimp baskets & fish tacos
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Slice & Roll
Wood-fired pizza & Italian street bites
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Wok This Way
Asian fusion bowls, dumplings & bao buns
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Bayou Bites
Cajun classics, jambalaya & fried catfish
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Holy Crepe!
Sweet & savory crepes and Belgian waffles
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Chill Factor
Artisan ice cream, rolled soft serve & shaved ice

Event Schedule

Here's how the day is going down. We recommend getting there early because parking fills up fast and the early birds get the freshest bites.

10:00 AM
Gates Open ยท Early Access
Get there first, beat the lines, and scope out all the trucks before the crowds arrive.
11:00 AM
🍳 Official Kickoff ยท Trucks Open for Business
The battle begins. All trucks officially start serving and voting opens to the public.
12:00 PM
🎶 Live Music Kicks Off ยท Main Stage
Tampa Bay's local talent takes the stage. Eat, drink, and let the music hit different.
2:00 PM
🏆 Mid-Day Crowd Favorites Announced
Halfway point leaderboard revealed. See who's leading the people's choice vote.
4:00 PM
🍕 Dessert Wars Begin
Sweet trucks take center stage for the final stretch. Save room. Trust us.
6:00 PM
🈚 Voting Closes
Last call for votes. Ballots tallied. Tension rises. The crowd gathers at the main stage.
6:30 PM
🏆 The Tampa Bay Food Truck Crown Ceremony
The winner is announced on the main stage. One truck earns the crown, the trophy, and bragging rights for the entire year.
7:00 PM
🏁 Event Closes ยท See You Next Year
The legend grows. Tampa Bay goes home full and happy.

The Prizes

This isn't just bragging rights. The top three trucks voted by the Tampa Bay community walk away with real recognition and real rewards.

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2nd Place
Silver Fork Award
Runner-up recognition, featured placement in Tampa Bay food media, and the honor of returning next year as a defending contender.
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1st Place
Tampa Bay Food Truck Crown
The inaugural Tampa Bay Food Truck Crown trophy, a feature in Tampa Bay Magazine, social media spotlight to 100k+ followers, and the title of Tampa Bay's #1 Food Truck for the year.
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3rd Place
Bronze Bite Award
Third place recognition and a feature across Tampa Bay food blogs and local media outlets covering the event.

How Voting Works

There are no celebrity judges. No panels. No politics. The only votes that count are yours, the people of Tampa Bay. Here's how it works.

01
Arrive & Get Your Ballot
Pick up a physical voting card at the entrance when you arrive. Each attendee gets one vote. Make it count.
02
Eat Your Way Around
Visit all the trucks, try as much as you want, and let your taste buds decide who deserves your vote.
03
Cast Your Vote By 6PM
Drop your ballot at any of the voting stations before 6PM. Results announced live on the main stage at 6:30PM.
Rockin' Vibes

See You At Raymond James

Free admission. Legendary food. A once-a-year battle for the crown. Tampa Bay, this one's for you.

Date
Saturday, April 11
Time
11AM to 7PM
Location
Raymond James Stadium
Admission
FREE
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