# Event Details - **Event Name**: TACO WARS 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: START SUMMER RIGHT with the official TACO WARS(R). Vote for Top Taco and Top Cocktail. Tix include tacos and drink samples. Age 21+ with IDAbout this EventSTART SUMMER RIGHT with TACO WARS!This annual community event and taco competition was created by The Liquid Muse in 2017 and legally trademarked in 2020.Join us on THURSDAY, MAY 28 at the Santa Fe Farmer's Market Pavilion. All tickets include a taco from each chef and drink samples. This event is for people 21+ years old. NO exceptions. ID required for entry.At TACO WARS, some of our area's most beloved chefs present a signature taco reflecting their own personal style - any kind of cuisine is welcome.Guests mingle with friends, taste delicious food and drinks, and vote for their favorite taco. That chef receives a Nambe plaque naming them "Top Taco" plus a $250 cash prize. We also name 2nd and 3rd place.What is new for 2026?Guests vote for Top Cocktail as well as Top Taco!Faster check in linesMore seating for everyoneMore outside area for minglingVIP Tickets: Enter at 5 pm, priority seating, tray for tacosGeneral Admission Tickets: Enter at 6 pm, seating available*The chefs below are confirmed, however, chefs and drinks are subject to change**No children permitted. Nobody under 21. ALL guests must have ID on them to check in***No refunds. If your plans change, you can give your ticket to a friend (over 21) who can check in under your name with their own valid ID.Featured Chefs:Christus Emergency Room Nurses, Taco Emergency (community team) 2025 winner "Top Taco"Raymond Naranjo, Manko, 2025 Third PlaceEric Stumpf, BoxcarMichael Dooley, Sunday at GramsJerry Dakan, Santa Fe Community College Culinary ProgramDamian Herrera, Juicy FoodsJohnny Vee, Las Cosas Cooking SchoolRandy Tapia, Mystic Mesa / Poki TakoVictoria Bruneni, Capitol Cafe / What THE TruckNate Clements & Craig Moya, Time Traveler GastropubJohnny Vee, Las Cosas Cooking Schoolmore chefs TBD...2026 Featured Cocktails:Caravedo PiscoPatron TequilaTito’s VodkaLos PoblanosLittle Toad CreekAs Above So Below DistilleryOM Chocolate Liqueurmore drink stations TBD...Marketplace Tables:Espanola Humane Animal Shelter (raffle items and merch)The Liquid Muse (cocktail books and festival merch)Apicklypse, pickles and hot sauceTia Zia's, craft mustards, halvah, and other treatsmore exhibitors TBD...*Must be over 21 years old to attend. No children of any age are permitted. Every guest must have their valid driver's license, passport, or state ID on their person to enter. Please taste responsibly. We follow state and federal laws and reserve the right to refuse service to people who appear intoxicated. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7e7da6c0-0310-11f1-ad67-5d201e5d33ca-rimg-w729-h740-dcffffff-gmir.png Did you know that Espanola Humane Animal Shelter is now offering FREE SPAY AND NEUTER to ALL dogs and cats? Support their amazing work by stopping at their TACO WARS table for cool merch and an amazing Tito's Vodka gift basket full of pet-friendly swag.For over three decades, the shelter has managed an open-door shelter that welcomes every animal without charge because they believe the most humane approach is to never turn away an animal in need. Española Humane has remained dedicated to providing free spay/neuter services – almost 7,000 free surgeries every year - more than any other shelter in New Mexico. Learn more at EspanolaHumane.orgAgenda🕑: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PMVIP Ticket🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMGeneral Admission Ticket - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-fe/taco-wars-2026/100001982234246993 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, contests, festivals, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 27.05, max: 100.13, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Fe - **state**: NM - **country**: United States - **location**: Santa Fe Farmers Market - **lat**: 35.6820291 - **long**: -105.9492766 - **full address**: Santa Fe Farmers Market, 1607 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: TACO WARS 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/4512567ea507312bb0330b1c8574ab086fe8f8321bcc891fb1f894d250bdbfcf-rimg-w640-h358-dc080809-gmir.jpg?v=1770350485 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is TACO WARS 2026 being held? - **A:** TACO WARS 2026 takes place on Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Santa Fe Farmers Market, 1607 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for TACO WARS 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for TACO WARS 2026 range from USD 27 to USD 100 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVIP Admission (enter at 5, priority seating, tray)USD 100 + USD 8 fee + USD 8 taxAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 69 + USD 6 fee + USD 5 taxAvailableTACO WARS HatUSD 27 + USD 2 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing TACO WARS 2026? - **A:** TACO WARS 2026 is organized by The Liquid Muse Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** TACO WARS 2026 is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Fe, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Sample outstanding, creative tacos and tequila drinks. Vote for Top Taco and Conquering Cocktail.\r\n \r\n " } ] } ] ```