There are few things Pittsburghers love more than a weekend built around eating and enjoying the summer sun. Thankfully, Foodees Fest, a traveling food-and-craft vendor extravaganza, is parking over at South Hills Village Mall in Pittsburgh from June 12 through June 14.
More than just a few food trucks in a parking lot, this festival brings more than 40 food trucks and artisan vendors along with a fun family-friendly energy that makes waiting in line easy-peasy.
The festival is free to attend and runs Friday from 1 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Whether rain or shine, the celebration goes on so you can plan on getting at least one of your weekend meals at Foodees fest.
What Food Trucks Will be at Foodees Fest Pittsburgh?
The current vendor lineup already stacks up national and local cuisine. Cousins Maine Lobster brings lobster rolls for that East Coast summer energy while Gosia’s Pierogies is serving the kind of comfort food Pittsburgh collectively lives for. Then there’s Hot Ash Pizza with wood-fired slices and Double J’s BBQ with the brisket and pulled pork you desire in the summertime. Some food trucks close to home will even be making an appearance like Red Rican from Niles, Ohio as well as Pgh Halal Truck and Pgh Crepes from the ‘Burgh.
But don’t worry if you prefer festival classics like funnel cakes, lemon shakes, deep-fried Oreos, and other handhelds, there’s plenty available from stands like Kolar Concessions LLC.
Shopping at the Festival and Beyond
Beyond the food trucks, Foodees Fest will also feature artisan vendors selling handmade goods, crafts, jewelry, and gifts. So even if you arrive claiming you’re “just there for lunch,” there’s a very real chance you’ll leave carrying kettle corn, hot sauce, a candle, and at least one thing you absolutely did not plan on buying. But, that’s part of the charm.
Plus, South Hills Village is an especially fitting backdrop. This mall and the surrounding area remains one of the region’s busiest shopping hubs with national stores like Target, Old Navy, Macy’s, Five Below, and even a Trader Joe’s down the street.
The best strategy? Show up hungry, split dishes with friends, and commit to trying something you normally wouldn’t order. Tickets are free, though advance registration is encouraged online. Additional vendors are expected to be announced leading up to the event.
Story by Kylie Thomas
Photo From Red Rican
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