NEON CITY FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES CULINARY OFFERINGS FOR INAUGURAL EVENT, NOV. 22-24
Festivalgoers Can Visit Taco Trucks, Omaha Steaks Pop-Up, Empanada Carts and Sushi Stands During Free for All Ages Event in Downtown Las Vegas
Neon City Festival the free for all ages music, arts and culinary event coming to Downtown Las Vegas Nov. 22-24 has announced its array of food offerings for the weekend. Guests can discover a diverse lineup of local vendors ranging from taco trucks to empanada carts, sushi stands and an Omaha Steaks pop-up while enjoying live performances, immersive art installations and more.
“Las Vegas has become a culinary destination in its own right, and were thrilled to partner with a variety of diverse restaurants, food trucks and other offerings for Neon City Festival, said Jeff Victor, CEO of Neon City Festival. “This event is a celebration of the local community, so its only fitting for Las Vegas-based concepts to be a part of this incredible weekend.
Highlights of Neon City Festivals food happenings can be found here and include:
Fremont Street Experience
- Heres the Beef: Melt-in-your-mouth American Wagyu sliders, stacked on toasted buns, paired with loaded fries to satisfy your taste buds.
- Medellin Empanadas: Bringing the authentic flavors of Colombia to each bite, Medellin will offer its empanadas, arepas with cheese, chorizo with arepa and the Colombian classic meal.
- Super Chill: For a frozen treat, Super Chills menu includes photo-worthy specialty sundaes, heat-pressed donut ice cream sandwiches and healthy real fruit smoothies, with vegan and gluten-free options available.
- Taco Ave: Known for its traditional Mexican staples, Taco Ave will serve up tacos, quesabirria, burritos, quesadillas and combo plates.
- Truk n Yaki: A fusion of Japanese and American flavors, Truk n Yaki will have hibachi dishes and flavorful fried rice. Guests can also indulge in Japanese burritos, featuring choices of ribeye, shrimp or chicken, wrapped in a flour tortilla and topped with house-made spicy aioli.
Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
- Omaha Steaks Pop-Up: Feast on an exclusive all-you-can-eat tasting provided by Omaha Steaks. Highlights include whiskey-grilled steak, filet mignon burgers, shrimp ceviche, crab cakes, and a tomahawk carving station. This VIP tasting is available for $100 per day.
- Chī Asian Kitchen: Taken from the Chinese word eat, ChĪ offers a variety of Asian flavors like dim sum dumplings, bao buns and char siu bbq pork.
- Custom Pizza Truck: A wood-fired pizza truck that has been heating up Las Vegas since 2020, Custom Pizza Truck offers made-to-order pizzas with a crispy crust.
- El Fuego Picante: The family-owned El Fuego Picante will dish out tacos, burritos, nachos, asada fries and bowls, offering a taste of YourMexicanFiestaFix.
- Empanada Factory: Empanada Factory serves up authentic Latin empanadas in a range of flavors, from savory meat and vegetarian options to sweet treats and beyond.
- Joels Chophouse: This booth will bring Vegas celebrity Chef Joel Otts newest restaurant to the festival grounds with bbq pork belly sliders, mac & cheese bites and short rib poutine.
- Ole Mannys Seafood Shack: A coastal-themed food truck known for its lobster rolls, shrimp boils and crispy fish chips, the shack serves up classic favorites alongside Cajun-inspired specialties.
- SoCal Churro: This churro cart is full of festival classics and nostalgic treats such as SoCals cinnamon sugar churros, soft baked pretzels and cheese cups.
- Sushito Sushi & Poke Bowl: This vibrant food truck will make its Neon City Festival stop with sushi burritos, sushi tacos and poke bowls, blending the art of sushi with the convenience of street food.
- Valerys Great Food: Boasting a variety of Mexican, American and Argentine dishes, Valerys Great Food uses locally sourced ingredients with a mix of international flavors.
- Wings on Wheels: Hailing from Colorado, this food truck specializes in classic American comfort food such as chicken wings, smash burgers, chicken tenders, loaded mac and cheese.
A festival without fences, Neon City Festival extends from the Fremont East District to Fremont Street Experience and the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, to the Arts District all the way down to Las Vegas Blvd. and The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower.
Neon City Festival will also feature:
- Over 20 musical acts of all genres performing across four stages, with headliners Alison Wonderland, Neon Trees, Russell Dickerson and Seven Lions.
- Captivating moments such as laser art shows, strolling entertainment and a special 3D-motion graphic show on Viva Vision, the worlds largest LED canopy screen.
- Citywide entertainment featuring block parties, pop-up performances, street festivals and surprises from beloved downtown attractions
Created by Downtown Las Vegas casino owner Derek Stevens with support from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and overseen by appointed Neon City Festival CEO Jeff Victor, the event was conceived to show appreciation for Las Vegas locals and visitors alike.
Neon City Festivals founders include Stevens (Circa Resort & Casino, Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, the D Las Vegas and Downtown Las Vegas Events Center), LVCVA, Steve Thompson (Boyd Gaming Corporation: Fremont Hotel & Casino, California Hotel Casino, Main Street Station), Terry Caudill (Binions Gambling Hall and 4 Queens Hotel & Casino), Chris Latil (Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino), Jonathan Jossel (Plaza Hotel & Casino), Blake Sartini Jr. (The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower), Andrew Simon (Fremont Street Experience), Joe Woody (El Cortez Hotel & Casino) and Eric Buksa (Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino).
Additional Neon City Festival happenings will be shared in the coming weeks. For more information, click here.
About The Neon City Festival
Neon City Festival is a first-of-its-kind, free, all-ages celebration set to transform Downtown Las Vegas from November 22-24. This unique event turns the heart of Vegas into a sprawling, open-air playground with no fences, allowing attendees to wander through a captivating mix of performances, including thrilling live shows, epic fireworks, dazzling laser spectacles, and cutting-edge art exhibits. The festival offers a multi-genre music and culinary experience that pulses with the vibrant energy of Las Vegas. Highlights include savory food trucks, mind-bending 3D graphics on the Fremont Street Experience Viva Vision screen, interactive art installations, and a diverse lineup of headliner talent. With convenient transportation and ample parking, Neon City Festival is poised to be Las Vegas’ largest free music festival, offering an unforgettable weekend experience. Created by Derek Stevens and overseen by appointed CEO Jeff Victor, the event is co-founded by the LVCVA, Circa Resort & Casino, the D Las Vegas, Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, Fremont Street Experience, Binions Gambling Hall, California Hotel Casino, Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino, El Cortez Hotel & Casino, 4 Queens Hotel & Casino, Fremont Hotel & Casino, Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Main Street Station, Plaza Hotel & Casino and The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower . For more information visit https://www.neoncityfestival.com/.