Following its debut this past year, the second installment of Texas Monthly’s Taco Fest is set to take over Discovery Green in Houston this May. Here, Houstonians will be able to sink their teeth into some of Texas’s best tacos and enjoy live performances of ballet folklorico and cumbia music, and more!
Iff you happen to be new to Texas, Texas Monthly is one of the state’s most repudiated publications. In addition to in-depth coverage and commentary on regional happenings, Texas Monthly is also one of the most authoritative voices of Texas cuisine. For instance, TM’s Best New Restaurants, Top 50 BBQ Joints in Texas, and 50 Best Tacos in Texas are some of the most anticipated articles statewide.
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After its 2025 debut, Texas Monthly Taco Fest returns to Houston’s Discovery Green on Saturday, May 23, 2026. For one day only, the downtown park will host some of the state’s best taquerias – including a good many featured in Texas Monthly’s aforementioned 50 Best Tacos in Texas article.
Featured taquerias at Texas Monthly Taco Fest in Houston 2026 include the following:
Ana Liz Taqueria (Mission)
Comadre Panaderia (Austin)
Huncho’s Tacos (Houston)
Maximo (Houston)
Sana Sana Taqueria (Austin)
Burnt Bean Co. (Seguin)
El Nuevo Azteca (Houston)
J-Bar-M Barbecue (Houston)
Nixta Taqueria (Austin)
Tacos Frontera (Houston)
Cochinita & Co. (Houston)
Esencia (San Antonio)
Los Weyes de la Asada (San Antonio)
Papalo Taqueria (Houston)
The Original Ninfa’s On Navigation (Houston)
The Houston taco festival will also feature Ballet Folklorico, live cumbia performances, and appearance from Texas Monthly’s taco editor, José R. Ralat.
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Texas Monthly Taco Fest takes place at Discovery Green from 5 pm – 8:30 pm on Saturday, May 23. Tickets to the event are now on sale through the official event website. Tickets start at $60 for General Admission. VIP tickets are also available at $85, which includes early access and expedited lines. Kids (6 – 12) tickets are priced at $20. Children 6 and under are permitted free entrance.