The Sherman Showdown hosted by Downtown Sherman Now is an upcoming food truck competition set to take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in the historic downtown square of Sherman, Texas. This inaugural event promises a day filled with culinary delights, live music, and family-friendly activities, aiming to establish itself as a premier attraction in Grayson County.
Regional food trucks will compete, each showcasing their signature dishes in hopes of claiming a portion of the $5,000 prize pool. The grand prize winner will receive $3,000, and additional awards will be given for categories such as People's Choice and other distinctions.
In addition to exceptional choices for the taste buds, the event will feature two stages with diverse musical performances, ensuring continuous entertainment throughout the day, culminating in a performance by Jared Mitchell Band. Attendees can also explore pop-up vendor stalls, a dedicated kids' zone, corn hole games, and enjoy adult beverages, creating a festive atmosphere suitable for all ages.
The fun begins with the food truck competition from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. During this period, attendees can purchase sample competition dishes from the participating food trucks and vote for the People's Choice award. Following the competition, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, food trucks will offer their full menus, allowing guests to indulge in the full array of culinary options on offer.
Admission to this family-friendly event is free. The Sherman Showdown is poised to become a highlight in Sherman's event calendar. Whether you're a food enthusiast eager to sample diverse cuisines, a music lover seeking live performances, or a family looking for a fun-filled day out, the Sherman Showdown promises something for everyone. Mark your calendars for May 3, 2025, and join the community in celebrating this exciting new tradition.
Featured food trucks include:
- Chat-n-Chew Soul Food, Sherman
- Chef Dnoir Cajun Cuisine, Anna
- Coffee Obsessed & Blessed, Sherman
- Come and Taste It, Denton
- Crooked Letter BBQ, Sherman
- Food of Dreams, Whitesboro
- Frosty Pines, Troup
- Gourmet Flavors of Texas, Plano
- K & K BBQ, Corsicana
- Love Song Kitchen, Dallas
- Mama Lama, Ft. Worth
- Monkeyshines, Ft. Worth
- Pink Oasis, Dallas
- Senor Taco, Sherman
- Snowie Sherman, Sherman
- Sophie's Haitian Cuisine, Denton
- Taste of Nawlins, McKinney
- The Good Stuff, Sherman