The District Department of Public Works is putting out the call to food trucks as its annual Truck Touch festival rolls back into RFK Stadium Lot 8 on Saturday, May 2. The agency says vendors will not be charged a vendor fee for the one-day event, and operators interested in setting up shop can email the team directly. The family-focused festival runs through the morning and early afternoon and is expected to draw large crowds.
Event Details And Who's Invited
According to the DC Department of Public Works, Truck Touch will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 2 at RFK Stadium's Lot 8 (2400 East Capitol St. SE). The day is set to feature nearly 30 city vehicles along with student electric-vehicle time trials, while the Department of Parks and Recreation brings games and activities for kids.
In a short Facebook Reel posted April 22, the DC Department of Public Works urged operators to "call all food trucks," emphasized that vendors would not be charged a fee, and directed interested operators to email Facebook at [email protected]. The invitation comes as the event has grown in size - D.C. Council performance documents list DPW's Truck Touch among RFK events that previously drew roughly 10,000 attendees.
What To Expect On Site
Visitors can climb aboard street sweepers, fire engines, police cruisers and other big rigs while watching EV races and demonstrations. The DC Department of Public Works also notes that youth under 18 can pick up a free packed lunch through the DC Free Summer Meals Program, and admission to the event itself is free.
How Food-Truck Operators Should Prepare
Food-truck owners should keep in mind that a waived vendor fee does not replace the District's licensing and health requirements. The D.C. Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection outlines the steps for obtaining a Class A vending business license, scheduling inspections with DC Health and Fire & EMS, and securing any necessary propane or other permits.
How To Apply
Operators interested in vending can email [email protected] to express interest and ask about space, power and arrival times. Plan to have current vending credentials and a health certificate ready, as organizers will likely confirm licenses during set-up.
