BRING HOME
THE BELT
BRING HOME
THE BELT
DOWNTOWN BELOIT, WISCONSIN
@ IRONWORKS CAMPUS
TACO VENDOR COMPETITION • TEQUILA • LIVE MUSIC • FREE TO ATTEND
Wrestle with the best tacos, cold drinks, and live music in the Stateline area. Support local taco vendors, vote for your favorites, and enjoy lively entertainment including a jalapeño eating contest, where brave competitors will put their spice tolerance to the test! Don't miss this must-attend event in downtown Beloit that celebrates the best invention there ever was, TACOS.
TACKLE
THE FLAVOR
TACKLE
THE FLAVOR
WRESTLE WITH THE TASTIEST TACOS & DRINKS IN THE STATELINE
AUGUST 16 | 11AM -9PM
RING IN
THE JAMS
RING IN
THE JAMS
ENJOY LIVE, LOCAL MUSIC ALL NIGHT
EVENT SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 | 11 AM - 9 PM
COMING SOON!
SEE YOU IN DOWNTOWN BELOIT!
VENDOR APPLICATION
SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS...
Join us for the second annual Beloit Taco Takedown and put your tacos to the test in front of thousands of hungry guests. The winning vendor will take home a cash prize and the 2025 championship belt.
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Event Time: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: 605 Third Street Beloit, WI (Ironworks Spine Road)
Vendor Fee: $100 (Non-refundable)
Registration
Early Bird Deadline: June 1, 2025
Vendors who register and submit all required documentation by this date will be included in event marketing, press releases, and early promotions.
Final Registration Deadline: July 1, 2025
Vendors will still be eligible to serve at the event and reach the full crowd but will not be included in early marketing materials.
Vendor participation is not confirmed until all paperwork and the $100 vendor fee are received.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
To secure your spot, vendors must provide the following:
-
$100 Vendor Fee (Non-refundable)
-
Outdoor Vendor Permit Application (required for all mobile food units, must be on display during the event)
-
2025 Establishment Application (required for restaurants operating outside of a food truck)
If any documentation is missing on the day of the event, the vendor will not be permitted to operate and will forfeit their participation fee.
Food Guidelines
-
To ensure a smooth guest experience and fair exposure for all vendors, each vendor is limited to offering ONE taco and ONE side item only. No additional food items or full menus are allowed.
-
On your application, please list your top three taco and side combinations. The event committee will review all submissions and make final vendor and menu selections to avoid duplication and ensure variety for attendees.
-
The sale of all beverages is strictly prohibited. This includes alcoholic drinks, beer, wine, soda, water, and other non-alcoholic beverages.
-
Vendors must supply:
-
A generator for electricity
-
Printed menus within their space or vehicle
-
Vehicle or booth dimensions in your application
-
Ready to taco ‘bout greatness? Submit your application and documents today to be part of this flavorful, high-energy event in the heart of Beloit.
Questions?
Read the Vendor Contract or contact info@beloittacotakedown.com.
RINGSIDE SPONSORS
Inferno Sponsor - $2,500
-
Consider your brand a headliner - company logo front & center on the main stage, VIP areas & entrance signage at the biggest taco party in town.
-
8 VIP tickets
-
Shoutouts from the stage throughout event
-
Featured in all event marketing (print, website, social media and press materials)
-
Exclusive branded social media post thanking your business
El Fuego Sponsor - $1,500
-
Company logo on main stage, VIP areas & entrance signage
-
6 VIP tickets
-
Shoutouts from the stage throughout event
-
Included in marketing (print, web, social)
Fiesta Stage - $1,500
-
Company logo front & center on main stage!
-
6 VIP tickets
-
Shoutouts from the stage throughout event
-
Included in marketing (print, web, social)
-
Naming Rights for the stage
VIP Lounge Sponsor - $1,000
-
Company logo front & center in the VIP area where guests enjoy premium perks!
-
6 VIP tickets
-
Shoutouts from the stage throughout event
-
Included in marketing (print, web, social)
-
Naming rights for VIP area
Jalapeno Eating Contest
-
Company logo on the coveted contest trophy!
-
4 VIP tickets
-
Included in marketing (print, web, social)
-
Naming rights for contest
Hot & Spicy Sponsor - $750
-
Company logo on stage & entrances
-
4 VIP tickets
-
Shoutouts from the stage throughout event
-
Included in marketing (print, web, social)
SOLD
SOLD
SOLD
© Geronimo Hospitality Group 2025
TACOS &
TAKEDOWNS
Vendors will be serving up their finest creations, from traditional to innovative flavors.
ROCKIN'
RINGSIDE
Get pumped up with live music echoing through downtown Beloit that'll have you ready to rumble.
MARGARITAS & MAYHEM
Whether you're celebrating victory or shaking off defeat, ice cold margaritas will keep you in the ring.
ENTERTAINMENT & ELBOW DROPS
Cheer on competitors as they battle it out, showcasing their spice tolerance in true wrestling spirit.