Alaska’s restaurant scene is known for its wild-caught, fresh-made eats that take advantage of everything the great outdoors has to offer. Fortunately, Alaska’s food truck scene is the same way! If you’re looking for a fun event this spring, then head on out to one of the most highly-anticipated events of the year: the Food Truck Festival in Palmer, AK. Located at the State Fairgrounds, this awesome place is filled with tons of great food and vintage finds. It’s the perfect place to spend a delicious afternoon, no matter what cuisine you have a hankering for.

Every year, Alaska Vintage Markets puts on a fantastic festival over a gorgeous spring weekend.
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The festival is held at the Alaska State Fairgrounds in Palmer, and it’s filled with all of your favorite things. Plenty of great vintage finds, one-of-a-kind décor, local businesses and designers, and tons of great food.
It kicks off the warmer weather by helping to support local vendors and artisans. Plus, it offers the opportunity to shop for both your home and for your stomach. It’s a win-win event!
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Ask anyone around - the Alaska Vintage Market and Food Truck Festival is an annual event that locals definitely look forward to! With plenty of upcycled items, vintage finds, jewelry and clothing, plus a cadre of food trucks, it’s practically a dream come true.
How could you not look forward to this incredible festival with so many amazing treasures on display?
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But all that shopping will definitely cause you to work up an appetite.
While many visit this festival just for the shopping, the attached Food Truck Festival is just as epic, with tons of great trucks serving tasty food options all weekend long.
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You’ll find many great Alaska food trucks like Bitchin’ Biscuits, Yeti Dogs, Crepes de Paris, The Wandering Cafe, Alaska’s Yummy Choice, and more! No matter what you’re hungry for, you’ll find it.
Vibrant, delicious smelling trucks and tantalizing food vendors line up as far as the eye can see.
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It's practically a food truck expo!

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You'll find around three dozen food and drink trucks and booths to choose from, ranging from Mexican classics to fresh seafood to tasty Southern cooking.
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There's even live music here, too. You'll hear it floating above the lively sounds of happy, hungry Alaskans!
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If you purchase the "Early Bird" tickets to this AK festival, you can get access to the fair two hours before everyone else and get a jump on all of the coolest finds and feasts.
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The Alaska Vintage Home Market and Food Truck Festival typically happens mid-May every year.
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Tickets are required for entry, but you'll often find a free day each festival weekend. Double-check the official website for details!
If you’re looking for some seriously good eats to usher in spring sunshine, you need to get to the Food Truck Festival this year.
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After all, where else can you find so many tasty AK cuisine options all in one place?
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Your new favorite is waiting to be discovered!

Have you been to this epic food truck festival in Alaska? How do you make the most of your dining experience here? Let us know your fool-proof dining strategy in the comments below!

For more information about dates, tickets, vendor lineups, and more, be sure to check out the Alaska Vintage Home Market & Food Truck Fest website.

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