NCAA Men's Soccer: Longwood Lancers at UNC Asheville Bulldogs
When
Times TBA
Where
Greenwood Soccer Field
Food Truck Events in Asheville, NC
7
Live events
2
Event types
Weekly
Updated
Asheville has 7 live food truck events including farmers markets, festivals, and community gatherings. Browse opportunities below.
Event Types in Asheville
- sports4
- rally3
Panthers Watch Party at Bear's Smokehouse BBQ
When
Sun, Sep 20 · 1:00 PM
Where
Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue
NCAAWVB: Queens University Royals at UNC Asheville Bulldogs
When
First serve TBA
Where
Justice Center
FOODEESFEST Asheville, North Carolina (40+ food trucks and craft vendors!)
When
Fri, Sep 25 · 1:00 PM
Where
Tanger Outlets Asheville
Scouts Host Pit Smoked Barbecue Fundraiser
When
Sat, Sep 26 · 11:00 AM
Where
2251 Riceville Rd
NCAA Men's Soccer: Winthrop Eagles at UNC Asheville Bulldogs
When
Times TBA
Where
Greenwood Soccer Field
NCAA Men's Soccer: South Carolina Upstate Spartans at UNC Asheville Bulldogs
When
Times TBA
Where
Greenwood Soccer Field
Asheville context and market information
Asheville's food-truck-event calendar is strongest around tailgate markets, producer markets, and Western North Carolina regional food traffic rather than one citywide event office. The WNC Farmers Market on Brevard Road is the largest year-round anchor in the live feed, with market shops open daily and wholesale and truck sheds open daily. ASAP's Asheville City Market adds a downtown producer-only market where prepared food, seafood, coffee, and other non-farm vendors are reviewed for local preparation and local sourcing. The current StreetLegal feed also includes West Asheville, Black Mountain, Big Ivy, French Broad Co-op, Oakley, Weaverville, Mars Hill, and Enka-Candler tailgate markets, so food trucks should check each organizer's current category rules, Buncombe County permit requirements, and application window before planning a setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Asheville market anchors should food vendors check first?
Start with WNC Farmers Market for year-round regional traffic, then check ASAP's Asheville City Market and the live feed's tailgate markets such as West Asheville, Black Mountain, Big Ivy, French Broad Co-op, Oakley, Weaverville, Mars Hill, and Enka-Candler. Each market controls its own vendor mix and schedule.
Can prepared-food vendors apply to Asheville City Market?
ASAP says Asheville City Market is producer-only. For non-farm vendors such as prepared food, seafood, and coffee, preference is given to locally prepared or locally sourced products. The 2026 regular season runs April 4 through December 19, with rolling acceptance possible after the main application window.
How do I apply to vend at Asheville tailgate markets?
Apply through each individual market. West Asheville Tailgate Market lists a Tuesday 3:30-6:30pm 2026 main season from April 7 through November 24 with rolling applications, while North Asheville Tailgate Market and Black Mountain Tailgate Market run separate application cycles and producer-only rules.
Do I need permits before vending at Asheville events?
Yes. Asheville city code says food service operations need an approved mobile food service permit from Buncombe County Health Department, and mobile kitchens must display both Buncombe County and City of Asheville permits. See our Asheville Food Truck Permit Guide before applying to events.
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