Celebrate Hudson 2025: Food Guide

Celebrate Hudson isn’t just about live music, carnival rides, and community fun — it’s also a serious destination for food lovers. This year’s lineup includes returning favorites and brand-new trucks, offering everything from smoky BBQ to bubble tea and fresh cannolis. Whether you’re craving sweet or savory, there’s something for everyone.

Here’s your location-by-location guide to the must-try eats at Celebrate Hudson 2025:

South Street Lot

Lania’s Italian – Fresh, Homemade Italian Favorites

Lania’s Italian brings authentic Italian-American cooking straight to the streets of Hudson. Fresh daily prep, locally-sourced when possible. Think specialty sandwiches, pastas (don’t miss their famous potato gnocchi), chef-created desserts, and homemade Italian lemonade.

FigsFood – Portuguese-Inspired Flavors

Born from family heritage and love of food, FigsFood blends Portuguese/Azorean flavors with local ingredients. Their Azulejo-inspired branding reflects their deep cultural roots. Expect flavorful, soulful dishes that stand out.

Lalo’s Mexican Food Truck – Authentic Mexican Favorites

From tacos and burritos to flavorful street corn and guacamole, Lalo’s delivers vibrant Mexican flavors made with fresh ingredients and spices.

Texas SmokeShack – BBQ Heaven

Slow-cooked, tender meats, smoky flavors, and bold BBQ sauces. With sides like cornbread and coleslaw, it’s a must-stop for BBQ fans.

Uncle Joey’s Cannolis – Fresh, Hand-Filled Cannoli

Hand-filled to order with creamy ricotta or specialty flavors, Uncle Joey’s cannolis are the perfect indulgent dessert.

The Firehouse Catering & More

Local favorite offering Portuguese cuisine, seafood, baked goods, breads, cookies, and pies — all made with love and often locally sourced ingredients.

Sabrosa Venezuela – Authentic Venezuelan Cuisine

Flavor-packed arepas, cachapas, and other Venezuelan street food, with options for vegan, vegetarian, nut-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly diets.

Avidia Bank Lot

Thee Taco Dude – Gluten-Free Street Tacos

A full lineup of gluten-free tacos — pork carnitas, birria beef with consommé, Cajun chicken black bean salad, Tex-Mex beef, and shrimp.

Moo-lishious – The Mooving Cookie Bakery

A 1961 camper turned bakery-on-wheels, serving nostalgic, fresh-baked cookies and desserts.

FGF Gluten Free – Creative GF Eats

A fully gluten-free menu featuring both savory and sweet options, made by an experienced GF chef.

Bubble Bee – Bubble Tea & Dumplings

Premium bubble teas paired with steamed dumplings for a refreshing sweet-and-savory combo.

The Caribbean Press – Authentic Island Flavors

Jerk chicken, rice and peas, and bold island-inspired flavors that bring the tropics to Hudson.

Main Street Bank Lot

Big T’s Jerky House BBQ – Slow-Smoked Meats & Jerky

Southern-style BBQ alongside handcrafted Black Angus jerky, marinated and smoked to perfection.

Juniper Farms Ice Cream – Local Favorite

A beloved family-owned ice cream truck serving classics and seasonal favorites.

Armory Lot

Ultimate Grille – Festival Classics Done Right

Crispy chicken tenders, burgers, cheeseburgers, and golden fries — comfort food staples cooked to perfection.

Velma’s Kettle Corn – Hot & Fresh Treats

Sweet, salty, and warm kettle corn made right in front of you — the festival’s most irresistible snack.

Sweeties Candy Bus – Mobile Candy Store

Step aboard to choose from over 80 nostalgic and modern candies in a fun, interactive setup.

Kona Ice of Marlborough – Tropical Flavors Shaved Ice

A sweet and cooling treat with dozens of tropical shaved ice flavors — mix, match, and customize.

Around Downtown

New City Microcreamery – Artisan Ice Cream

Handcrafted ice cream in both classic and imaginative flavors like salted caramel pretzel and lavender honey.

Shady Sips – Freshly Made Lemonades

A local favorite serving freshly made-to-order lemonades with a wide range of fun flavors, all poured into their signature XL cups. It’s the perfect refreshing treat to sip while strolling through the festival.

Boston Nut Roasters

A traveling favorite offering gourmet nuts, chocolates, and candy-coated treats, perfect for snacking or taking home a little something sweet.

LAS Lemonade (@town hall)

Fresh, zesty lemonade in classic and flavored varieties — a sweet and tangy way to quench your thirst on a warm festival day.

Bring Your Appetite!

Celebrate Hudson 2025 is a food lover’s paradise. With more than 20 food trucks and vendors spread across downtown, you’ll find something to satisfy every craving — from savory street food to refreshing sweets. Come hungry, bring friends, and taste your way through one of the region’s biggest community festivals!