Kentucky Food Truck Championship

06/04/2026

One of our community nursing homes in Rockcastle County is seeking food trucks for their residents. Details below 👇

🚚☀️ Calling All Food Trucks! ☀️🚚

Rockcastle Health & Rehab is looking to add some amazing food trucks to our Summer Activities Calendar! We would love to partner with local vendors to bring delicious food and fun experiences to our residents, families, staff, and community.

If you own or operate a food truck and would like to be considered for an upcoming visit, please reach out to our Life Enrichment Director, Tabatha Powell.

📞 606-758-8711
📧 [email protected]

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post! We look forward to supporting local businesses and creating memorable summer events for everyone. 🌞🍔🌭🍦

06/04/2026

The countdown is on! 🎉

Only 100 days until the 2026 Kentucky Food Truck Championship. Get ready for an incredible day packed with the best food trucks around, great live music, one-of-a-kind craft vendors, and nonstop fun for the whole family. Bring your appetite, bring your friends, and get ready for a day you won’t forget. You don’t want to miss this!

06/03/2026

Special thanks to Kentucky Living Magazine for mentioning the Kentucky Food Truck Championship + the story on Vansauwa's Tacos & Vegan Eats! Read about it here -

If it seems like food trucks are everywhere—you’re right. Mobile food service employment nationwide has increased more than 900% since 2000. Learn about Kentucky food trucks bringing unique cuisine to their communities.

05/30/2026

Just a reminder - The only communication for vendor applications is done through the Kentucky Food Truck Championship email/website.

You will receive an email when approved & then invoiced.

We are not responsible and cannot remedy that situation if you happen to speak to anyone else or send them money.

05/26/2026

Do you have a Food Truck or Food Trailer with the best food? Sign up to compete in the 6th Annual Kentucky Food Truck Championship! The event is held on Saturday, September 12th from 11AM to 6PM at the Rockcastle County Industrial Business Park off US150 on Progress Drive. Applications are only taken online at www.kentuckyfoodtruckchampionship.com.
(Please ignore scam/spam comments)

We do NOT accept pop up tent drink or food vendors. You must vend out of a trailer or food truck. More info and rules can be found on our website.

05/17/2026

Scammer Alert - We have been alerted of a scammer contacting people via email about signing up. We only accept applications on our website and not through email. If you ever have questions, please do not hesitate to contact use via phone at 606-256-1000 or direct message us. Below is a sample email from the scammer.

05/14/2026

As of today, here are our competitors for this year’s Kentucky Food Truck Championship. They have completed their application and submitted all documents. If you don’t see your name, be sure to get your info to us at www.kentuckyfoodtruckchampionship.com

Tag a truck that you would love to see at our event and encourage them to apply by August 1st.

05/07/2026

Sponsorships for the Kentucky Food Truck Championship play a vital role in supporting local businesses, tourism, and community engagement. Your contribution helps create high-quality event experience for attendees while providing opportunities for food vendors, musicians, artisans, and small businesses to showcase their talents. Help us celebrate Kentucky’s unique food and culture.

Over 10,000 visitors attend the event free of charge thanks to sponsorships. It also provides an opportunity for live music as we host 30 food trucks competing for Grand Champion and Category Titles. We also host a large kids activity area and craft vendors.

To become a sponsor, please contact Jessica at 606-256-1000 or email [email protected]

{The Mt Vernon – Rockcastle County Tourist Commission, dba Kentucky Food Truck Championship is a registered 501©(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.}

04/27/2026

Help us find the following types of Crafters:
• Ceramics/Pottery
• Woodworking
• Paintings
• Photography sold as artwork
• Glassware
• Jewelry
• Porch Goose Clothing
• Rare and unique items

We are FULL for the following:
• Crochet
• Boutique Clothing
• Leatherwork
• Wreaths
• Home Decor
• Tumblers

Tag your favorites below. 👇 Applications are ONLY available online at www.kentuckyfoodtruckchampionship.com

{Please do not respond to scam comments. If you have questions do not hesitate to message or call us at 606-256-1000. You will not pay until your application is approved.}

04/24/2026

There are many statewide food truck championship type events starting to pop up. However, we are the Official Kentucky Food Truck Championship as recognized by Kentucky State Legislators. This year we celebrate our 6th year of awarding food trucks the top prize and bragging rights. Join us on September 12th as we cheer on food trucks, as well as enjoy craft vendors, live music, and family fun. For more information and to apply, visit www.kentuckyfoodtruckchampionship.com