The largest end-of-summer celebration in Baltimore County is returning. The Trifecta Food Truck & Music Festival is set to make its ninth appearance on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This vibrant event will take place at the Maryland State Fairgrounds Racetrack Infield, located in Timonium, and promises a full day filled with live music, delectable food, and enjoyable family activities.
As Maryland’s premier food truck festival, Trifecta will showcase more than 30 food trucks, 40 local crafts vendors, and a stellar lineup of 10 live bands performing on two main stages. Attendees can look forward to an exciting array of culinary offerings including smoky barbecue, crab cakes, tacos, bacon on a stick, and various sweet treats, all complemented by a dynamic musical atmosphere reminiscent of the beloved Preakness events from the past.
This year’s musical lineup includes:
- SEVERAL SPECIES – The PINK FLOYD Experience – A special celebration featuring a laser light show and quadraphonic sound!
- The debut of Ed Hough’s ALLMAN / DEAD COLLECTIVE – An all-star lineup featuring Ed Hough, Mike Gambone, Dave Markowitz, Jonathan Sloane, Bobby Thompson, and Bronson Hoover.
- SATISFACTION – The International ROLLING STONES Show
- PRANCE – A Purple Celebration of PRINCE
- KELLY BELL BAND
- JAH WORKS
- DOC MARTEN AND THE FLANNELS
- CRUSHING DAY 90s LINEUP
- BONFIRE
- STAGES ALL-STARS Student Band
Beyond the music and food, the festival will feature a multitude of activities to engage visitors of all ages, such as a mechanical bull, rock climbing wall, and bounce houses. Children aged 12 and under will be admitted free of charge, and parking will also be complimentary. Additionally, longtime media partner 98 Rock will provide live coverage during the event, with a plunge pool supporting the Maryland Special Olympics.
Festival founder Paul Manna from 24-7 Entertainment expressed, “The goal was to create the perfect blend of a large-scale event with top-notch food trucks alongside the best local bands, while offering a family-friendly environment. Many of Maryland’s favorite events are hosted in the city, so it’s important for Baltimore County to have a significant event they can proudly call their own.”
Since its inception in 2016, Trifecta has established itself as a key event on the local festival scene. Rosa Gargano, owner of Wanna Pizza This and president of the Maryland Mobile Food Truck Association, noted, “We participate in all major events throughout Baltimore, and Trifecta is undoubtedly the highlight of the food truck calendar!”
The festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on September 26. Early entry gates will open at 11:00 a.m., while general admission gates will follow at noon.
For tickets, a list of participating food trucks, and complete details, please visit trifectafestival.com.
