About MoMo Festival
Welcome to MoMo Festival — Texas’ biggest celebration of Nepal’s iconic dumpling and rich culture!
Each year, MoMo Festival brings together momo lovers, foodies, families, artists, and culture enthusiasts for an unforgettable day filled with delicious bites, vibrant performances, and community spirit. What started as a local gathering has grown into a signature South Asian food and culture festival, drawing thousands of attendees from all over Texas and beyond.
🔥 2023 & 2024: The Rise of a Flavorful Tradition
Held at Levitt Pavilion in Arlington, the 2023 and 2024 MoMo Festivals were huge successes, each attracting well over 10,000 guests. The energy was electric as festivalgoers explored:
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🥟 30+ momo vendors offering everything from traditional steamed and fried momos to bold, creative flavors like jhol momo, tandoori momo, vegan options, and fusion favorites.
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🎤 Live music and dance performances by renowned artists and cultural groups that lit up the stage with Bollywood hits, Nepali pop, and regional dance styles.
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👨👩👧👦 Family zones packed with bounce houses, face painting, crafts, and even momo-making demos for kids — fun for all ages!
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🛍️ Cultural stalls and marketplace vendors selling South Asian fashion, handmade crafts, jewelry, art, and more.
It was more than just a food event — it was a celebration of identity, flavor, and connection, bringing together diverse communities in a joyful atmosphere.
📍 New Location for 2025: Bigger, Better, and Even More Exciting
Get ready — MoMo Festival 2025 is taking the experience to the next level at a brand-new venue:
🗺️ Levy Event Plaza
📍 501 E Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX 75039
With stunning waterfront views and a larger footprint, Levy Event Plaza provides the perfect space for even more food stalls, live entertainment, and immersive activities. Expect:
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More food vendors and global flavors
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A larger stage for live performances
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Enhanced family and kids zones
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Interactive cultural exhibits and live art
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And of course... more momo than ever before!
🎉 Join the Movement
MoMo Festival 2025 is your chance to be part of a dynamic and delicious cultural experience that brings together taste, talent, and tradition.
🎫 Vendor sign-ups, artist applications, and tickets coming soon — follow us for all the updates!
👉 This isn't just a festival. It's a momo movement. Come hungry, leave inspired.
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Q. Will there be other Nepalese cuisine to try besides the Mo:Mo?
A. Yes, there will be varieties of Nepalese cuisines to try.
Q. Can we bring food & drinks at the festivals?
A. Outside foods or beverages are not allowed at the event. We reserve this privilege for our permitted Food & Beverages vendors only.
Q. Are there bathrooms?
A. Restrooms are located underneath the new Levitt Center on the southwest corner of the Levitt lawn and include a family restroom and handicapped accessible facilities.
Q. Where do we park?
A. There is plenty of free parking all around the Levitt Pavilion, even with construction. Concert parking is available in the Pinnacle Corp. lot on Abram Street just past Center Street, at First Baptist Church to the south and in the UTA College Park parking garage just south of First Baptist Church, and in the 101 Center parking garage at the corner of Abram and Center streets. We have agreements with all of these neighboring businesses to allow Levitt Pavilion parking during concerts. All of these parking areas have designated handicapped parking.
Q. Can we bring our dog to the MoMo festival?
A. You can bring your furry family member if it is on a leash and under your control at all times, well behaved, and you clean up after it. If a dog is disruptive or aggressive and spoils others’ enjoyment of the festival, you will be asked to come back another time. Please consider if the live music's volume is suitable for your dog’s sensitive ears.
Q. Can you explain types of tickets available for MoMo Festival?
There are a few levels of ticket; General Admission, and VIP. Kids 10 and under required no ticket.
VIP tickets come with several perks including access to 2nd floor Levitt Center. Adjacent to the Levitt Pavilion Arlington stage, it offers a unique blend of cool factor and convenience to our attendees. It is a 1,700-square-foot, glass enclosed, contemporary-design second level with 1,100-square-foot terrace overlooking the lawn and stage. Additionally, all our VIP ticket holders will have a reserved seating upfront by the stage. VIP Tickets are very limited.
Q. I would like to be a sponsor or become a MoMo/food vendor in the MoMo Festival. How do I do that?
A. AWESOME! Sponsors please Click Here and Vendors please Click Here to contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Q. I cannot find my ticket confirmation, can you resend it?
A. Sure thing! Please Click Here to contact us and we will get right back to you!
Q. How do the food sales work? How much do they cost?
A. Our MoMo/Food vendors decide their own pricing. They will accept cash and cards both.
Q. What is your refund policy?
A. All ticket purchases for the MoMo Festival are final. We do not issue refunds for any reason, including inclement weather, if you cannot make it, etc.
Q. Is this event Rain or Shine?
A. Yes, this is a Rain or Shine outdoor event. Please plan accordingly and bring rain gear if it is going to rain - it does happen and we still expect to get a sell-out crowd in the rain!
Q. How can I sign up for the eating contest?
A. Please scroll all the way down on this page to sign up for the eating contest in advance. You can also listen to the event host making the call, and sign up onsite.
Q. How can I or my team perform (Dance or Singing) at the MoMo Festival?
A. Click Here to sign up in advance and we will contact you to discuss further.
Q. How do I volunteer at the MoMo Festival?
A.We have volunteers at every MoMo events to work at the information table, pass out event calendars, distribute sponsor giveaways, answer patron questions, collect audience information and collect audience donations. It’s easy work that allows you to meet people and support free music under the stars. To volunteer, please reach out to us via General Inquiry option in Contact page. You must be at least 16 years old and have a driver’s license or a government issued ID to volunteer. Before each concert season, volunteers are asked to sign up for which concerts they prefer to work.
Q. Can my organization pass out fliers or set up an information table during the festival?
A. We reserve that privilege for those who are our sponsors.
Q. How do the food sales at the event work? How much do they cost?
A. Our MoMo/Food vendors decide their own pricing. They will accept cash and cards both.
Q. What is the bag policy?
A. All bags must be clear. The size of a clutch or smaller (no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″)