Latin Food Fest NYC 2026 is taking over a West Harlem location today, Saturday, October 3, with more than 40 food vendors alongside live music, cultural performances, and food competitions. The free, one-day food and culture festival runs from noon to 7 p.m. under the viaduct at West 133rd Street and 12th Avenue.
For local food readers, the biggest part of the lineup is the collection of 40-plus food vendors expected at the festival. Organizers have specifically listed tacos, arepas, ceviche, lechón, empanadas, pupusas, pernil, mofongo, and choripán among the foods attendees can expect to find.
That list gives visitors an idea of the range of food planned for the event without tying the festival to a single dish or style. Food and drinks, however, are not included with admission. Vendors will sell them separately during the event.
Live Music, Cultural Performances and Food Competitions
The festival’s programming extends beyond the vendor booths. Two stages are scheduled to feature live bands and DJs, along with salsa, bachata, merengue, Afro-Caribbean music, and folkloric performances…