On Saturday, June 2, from 1:00p.m. until 8:00 p.m., the 2nd annual Truck Stop: Food Truck Rally Summer Series features dozens of mobile kitchens that line Welton Street, from 25th Street to 29th Street, in Denver’s Five Points. Two Parts partners with Mile High Festivals again this year to continue the four-part community event and honor the neighborhood where the festival made its inaugural debut.
“Having Truck Stop back in Five Points for it’s first installment of the year is exciting simply because we are bringing people together,” says Norman Harris, owner of Mile High Festivals. “The experience that Mile High Festivals brings in regard to understanding the cultural heritage of Five Points, paired with the innovative concept from Two Parts is an awesome combination with great outcomes.”
The Food Truck Rally offers a diverse variety of small-bites, local craft beer, cocktails and a fluid soundtrack courtesy of local musicians.
- Mexican/Latin: Arepas Queen, Chivis Tacos, Cuban Fusion, Dog Gringos, Lomito Gourmet, Tacos With Altitude, The Road Runner
- American: Amazingly Tasty Eats, Billy’s Gourmet Hot Dogs, Farmer Joe’s, Nomad Street Cuisine, Beef King
- Southern/barbecue: Big G’s BBQ, Rolling Smoke BBQ, Seasoned Swine
- Eclectic offerings: Baba’s Falafel, Cirque Kitchen, Gyros King, Muzo on Fire, Original by Greeks, Radical Sasquatch Dumpling Company, Street Frites Mobile Eatery, VX-3 Mobile Food Unit
- Seafood: Barbed Wire Reef, Maineiac Lobster Company
- Desserts: Ba-NOM-a-NOM, Em’s Ice Cream, Happy Cones Co., Funnels, Rocky Mountain Snowflakes
- And more TBA closer to the festival date
Musical performances by MU$A, Sethe, Mile High Soul Club, Venus Cruz, Nakira, Alex Anderson, Clay Cornelius and Gods of Groove featuring Secs Peterson, continues throughout the day.
“Five Points has a vibrant and rich history,” says Casey Berry, co-owner of Two Parts. “We’re excited to bring Truck Stop back with an opportunity to celebrate the neighborhood while enjoying delicious bites.”
Truck Stop is a family-friendly, entry-free event with multiple ticket options to purchase food and beverages. Guests who RSVP prior to June 2, are entered to win $100.00 Truck Stop gift cards, drink tokens and more. Dates, locations and additional details for the upcoming Truck Stop: Food Truck Rally Summer Series can be found at TruckStopRally.com
“We’ve got something for everyone with an insane lineup of food, beverage and music,” says Berry. “Expect a party at every intersection!”
*Header image photo credit: Adam Gardner
