The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the Chi Food Truck Fest, the long-standing commercial corridor activation in the Loop, is back for a ninth season of culinary delights. The much-anticipated fest will return to Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington Street every Friday beginning May 17 through October 4 from 11a.m. to 3p.m.  The fest celebrates the city’s rich and diverse culinary culture, with a variety of food offerings for Chicago residents and visitors. For more information, visit Chicago.gov/FoodTruckFest. Below are the Friday dates for the 2024 Chicago Food Truck Fest:

• May 17, 24, 31

• June 7, 14, 21, 28

• July 5, 12, 19, 26

• August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

• September 6, 13, 20, 27

• October 4

The Chicago Food Truck Fest line-up will be announced each week on BACP social media platforms using the hashtag #ChiFoodTruckFest. Follow ChicagoBACP on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Food truck operators interested in participating in this year’s fest need to submit a completed application. Application and additional information may be found by visiting Chicago.gov/FoodTruckFest.