Sunday, March 30, 2025 • 2-7PM • San Antonio Charro Association
Get ready for an unforgettable day at Norteño Fest, brought to you by Tu Asador, on Sunday, March 30th from 2 to 7 PM at the San Antonio Charro Association!
Join the tradition as teams battle it out to serve you the best carne asada and discada in town, for the ultimate carne asada competition. Taste each one, then cast your vote to crown the champion! But that’s just the beginning. Prepare for non-stop excitement with thrilling Charreada y Jaripeo (Mexican rodeo and bull riding), stunning Escaramuzas (traditional Mexican horseback riding), vibrant folkloric dance performances, and live music that'll keep you dancing all day long! The whole family can join in on the fun! Kids will love the petting zoo and all the exciting activities. And, of course, we’ve got plenty of drinks and delicious food to keep you fueled for all the action!
Best part? Kids 12 and under get in FREE!
Come hungry, come ready to cheer, and come prepared for an epic celebration of culture, food, and family!
¡Prepárate para un día inolvidable en Norteño Fest, presentado por Tu Asador, el domingo 30 de marzo de 2 a 7 PM en la Asociación de Charros de San Antonio!
Únete a la tradición mientras más de 15 equipos compiten para servirte la mejor carne asada y discada de la ciudad en la competencia. ¡Prueba cada una y vota para coronar al campeón! Pero eso es solo el comienzo. Prepárate para una jornada llena de emoción con una espectacular Charreada y Jaripeo, impresionantes Escaramuzas, vibrantes presentaciones de danza folclórica y música en vivo que te hará bailar todo el día.
¡Toda la familia puede unirse a la diversión! Los niños disfrutarán del zoológico interactivo y muchas actividades emocionantes. Y, por supuesto, tendremos bebidas refrescantes y deliciosa comida para que no te falte energía.
¿Lo mejor? ¡Los niños de 12 años y menores entran GRATIS!
¡Ven con hambre, listo para animar y preparado para una celebración épica de cultura, comida y familia!
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Want to compete in the carne asada competition?
Limited spots remain!
Register and find out! There are two categories: Best Carne Asada and Best Discada. Both categories have a Grand and Reserve Champions award. Carne Asada and Discada will be judged on 3 categories: Taste, Appearance, and Texture and voted for by both the attendees and judges.
2-6 people. Keep in mind you need one person serving and we recommend at least 2 people cooking.
What do I need as a contestant?
You'll need to bring your own grill or disco, an empty cooler to store your protein and any tools you may need to cook like tongues, cutting boards, knives, spoons, molcajete, etc. and also any rags and lighter to light up your grills.
What will be provided?
All food has to be supplied by us per metro health requirement. We will also provide a 10x10 tent, 2 tables, one black linen, ice, mesquite firewood, and 4oz serving plates. gloves
How will I serve my food?
You'll be serving approx 1000 2-4oz samples of your dishes. The idea is to constantly be preparing food for everyone to enjoy through the event from start to finish. Remember the guests will be voting so the more people that try your food the more chances you have of winning.
Judges will be going to your booth to try your dishes as well.
How are the logistics day of?
Contestants are expected to arrive starting at 9am with all their equipment to start prepping their seasonings, marinades, salsas or any topping that will make your dish stand out. There will be a pantry with all your requested ingredients with a first come first serve basis. When you arrive you must pick up your items and immediately store them in an ice chest per metro health requirements. All food and ingredients used must be the ones provided by us, no outside food allowed.
Do we have to bring charcoal or propane tanks?
We will provide mesquite firewood but if you want or need charcoal or propane tanks you must bring your own.
Come prepared to be cooking all day, no one is allowed to load out until after 7:30pm.
Location
San Antonio Charro Association • 6126 Padre Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214
