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Food Truck Club connects campus event planners with vetted local food trucks. Browse vendors, compare menus, and book catering for orientation, homecoming, and more.
About
Why Universities Book Food Trucks Through Food Truck Club
Food Truck Club is a catering booking platform built for campus event planners. Browse local food truck profiles, compare menus and pricing, and submit your booking request online — our team confirms availability within 24 hours and handles campus logistics including parking permits and power coordination.
We understand that campus logistics are different from standard events. Parking permits, pedestrian zones, power hookups, and university procurement processes all add complexity. Our team navigates these requirements so your student life or events office doesn't have to start from scratch every time.
From small department socials to university-wide homecoming celebrations, we scale our service to match your needs. One truck for a department mixer or six trucks for orientation week — we match the right vendors to your event, budget, and student body.
The Campus Experience Factor
Food truck events consistently rank among the most popular campus programming. They create inclusive, low-barrier gathering opportunities that bring students together across organizations, departments, and class years.
Hundreds of trucks. One platform.
Why Food Trucks
Why Food Trucks for University Events?
Designed for the unique needs of your event
Student Engagement
Food trucks draw students to campus events naturally. The variety and energy create social moments that build campus community and school spirit.
Campus-Ready Logistics
We handle parking permits, power requirements, and positioning to work within your campus rules and pedestrian zones.
Diverse Cuisine Options
Today's students expect variety. Our truck network covers every cuisine from international street food to classic American favorites.
Budget Friendly
We work with student life budgets to maximize variety and reach. Multiple pricing models ensure every student gets a great meal.
The Difference
How Food Trucks Transform Campus Events
The best campus events feel effortless to attend. Food trucks lower every barrier — no reservation needed, no formal setting, just great food in a casual environment that encourages students to stay, mingle, and enjoy.
For university event planners, food trucks solve the diversity challenge. Instead of one catering menu, multiple trucks serve different cuisines simultaneously. Students with dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, or just adventurous palates all find something exciting.
Whether it's a freshman orientation, a Greek life event, finals week stress relief, or a faculty-student mixer, food trucks create the atmosphere that makes campus events worth attending.
| Traditional Campus Catering | Food Truck Catering |
|---|---|
| Cafeteria-style service | Fresh, made-to-order meals |
| Limited menu variety | Multiple cuisines and vendors |
| Students eat and leave quickly | Creates a social gathering spot |
| Standard dining experience | Memorable campus experience |
Campus Coverage
Select Your Location
Choose your city to explore food truck options for your university event
How It Works
How University Events Work
Simple for your student life team
- 1
Choose Your Location
Select your city from our coverage areas. We serve universities and college campuses nationwide.
- 2
Submit Your Request
Tell us your event date, expected attendance, budget, and campus requirements. Your coordinator handles everything from there.
- 3
Get Matched with Trucks
We recommend verified food trucks experienced with campus events and coordinate all logistics with your university.
- 4
Enjoy the Event
Trucks arrive campus-ready. Students enjoy amazing food, and your programming team gets the credit.
What our clients say
Real feedback from event organizers who booked through Food Truck Club
"great service and delicious food! thank you!"
February 2026
"Amazing Experience! Food was delicious, our residents have been letting us know they loved it and truly enjoyed it. the customer service was great as well. We will for sure be working with 90s bbq again!"
February 2026
"Our residents loved it! The Weenie Wagon showed up on time & gave excellent, delicious service to our residents. We would love to have them back in the future"
February 2026
"Absolutely an amazing experience. Professional, timely, and went above and beyond. Definitely will have them cater our next event."
February 2026
"They were amazing to work with and so nice! They were on time, set everything up, and I didn’t have to do anything. My guest loved the food. Highly recommend and I would use them again!"
February 2026
"amazing! thank you for a great event!"
February 2026
FAQ
University Catering FAQs
Common questions from campus event planners
Can food trucks operate on a university campus?
Yes! We regularly serve universities and colleges across the country. Our team coordinates with your campus administration to handle parking permits, power access, and positioning requirements.
How much does campus food truck catering cost?
Typical pricing ranges from $10-18 per person depending on the truck and cuisine. We work within student life budgets and offer multiple pricing models including pre-paid and pay-at-truck options.
Can you handle large campus events like orientation?
Absolutely. We coordinate multi-truck events for 500+ students regularly. For orientation and homecoming events, we strategically position trucks to minimize wait times and maximize campus coverage.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend 2-3 weeks for best selection, though we can often accommodate shorter timelines. For major campus events like orientation or homecoming, booking 4-6 weeks out is ideal.
Do you handle university procurement requirements?
We're experienced working with university procurement and vendor approval processes. Your coordinator can provide all necessary documentation, insurance certificates, and health permits.
How do I book campus food truck catering through Food Truck Club?
Select your city on this page, browse available food trucks and their menus, then submit your campus event details. Our team confirms truck availability within 24 hours and handles all campus-specific logistics.
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Ready to Book Your Campus Event?
Select your location to get started. We'll connect you with the best local food trucks and handle all the campus logistics.