Food & Music Festival returns to Columbia, Mississippi on Sept. 12

# What happened The Food & Music Festival in Columbia, Mississippi is returning for its fifth consecutive year on Sept. 12. Organizers plan a one-day lineup of food trucks, live music and added entertainment amenities, according to reporting by WDAM and coverage on Food Truck Operator.

# What to expect The event will feature 12 food trucks serving a range of festival-style offerings. Several musical acts are scheduled through the day, with The Dukes of Country booked as the headline act. The festival's music programming centers on classic country.

Beyond food and music, the festival adds two entertainment elements: a gaming truck and an indoor tailgating area. Those features expand options for visitors who want gaming, more sheltered seating, or a tailgate-style experience independent of the outdoor food truck lines.

# Schedule and basic details

• Date: Sept. 12 (returning for the fifth year)
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Food: 12 food trucks

• Additional attractions: gaming truck and indoor tailgating area

The reporting names WDAM as a source for the event details.

# Who this is for

• Local families and residents looking for a single-day outing with food and live music.
• Fans of classic country music, given the headline choice.
• Visitors who prefer multiple entertainment options: the gaming truck and indoor tailgating area provide alternatives to standing in lines at food trucks.

# Practical considerations The published details list start and end times and the main attractions, but do not include ticketing, parking, exact venue address, or pricing. If you plan to attend, check the festival organizer or local outlets (WDAM coverage, local event listings) for the following before you go:

• Exact event site in Columbia, Mississippi and nearest parking options
• Admission cost or ticketing requirements
• Cash vs. card acceptance at food trucks
• Accessibility and sheltered areas in case of bad weather

# Quick take This one-day festival is a compact event: a modest food-truck lineup paired with multiple live music acts and extra attractions aimed at broadening appeal. If you want a mix of classic-country music, mobile food options and casual entertainment within a single-day window, this is a local event to consider.