Food lovers, music fans, and families alike are invited to gather at the 3rd Annual MTCB Pickin’ A Food Truck Competition & Music Festival, happening Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 12 to 4 pm at the Snowmass Parking Lot (43 Snowmass Rd.).
The event promises an exciting afternoon of culinary creativity, live bluegrass music, children’s activities, and friendly competition among local food trucks. Attendees will have the chance to sample exclusive "comp bites" from participating trucks and vote for their favorites. Judging punch cards and free samples are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early arrival is strongly encouraged for those eager to help decide the winners. Competition tasting and judging will run from Noon to 3 pm, with winners announced at 3:30 pm.
This year’s competing food trucks include:
- Southern Belle (2023 People’s Choice & Judge’s Delight winner) - Southern cuisine with Appalachian flavor
- Vegan AF – Plant-based favorites with a bold twist
- Best Spuds – Gourmet potato creations
- The Dump Truck – Dumplings and street eats
- Chillberg – Frozen treats to beat the summer heat
- The Rolling Kaz – Mountain soul meets Turkish flavor
This year’s musical lineup features two high-energy bluegrass acts: Chicken Wire Empire at noon, and Clay Street Unit at 2:15 pm.
While ADA parking is available onsite, no general parking is permitted at the Snowmass Lot. Attendees are encouraged to use the free CBMR parking lot and ride the Mt. Express Town Shuttle, which stops at either Wood Creek or The Plaza for easy access to the event.
Whether you’re a food truck enthusiast, live music fan, or just looking for a fun-filled Saturday afternoon in the mountains, the Pickin’ A Food Truck Competition is not to be missed. Bring your appetite, your friends, and your family for one of Mt. Crested Butte’s most delicious events of the summer!