Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026, at St. Elias Church, 408 E 11th St in downtown Austin. Hours are Friday 6:00PM - 11:00PM, Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM, and Sunday 12:00PM - 6:00PM. Check the Schedule page for music and dance times!

Entry is a $5 donation, and it’s free for kids under 10 and college students. Plus, everyone gets in free on Saturday from noon to 4pm!

Nope! Just make your $5 donation when you arrive. If you’d like to buy ahead, pre-sale tickets are available through members of St. Elias Church.

MedFest is fully cashless. We accept debit cards, credit cards and mobile payments. Please leave the cash at home, since that keeps lines moving and gets you to the food faster!

Yes! Free parking is available Friday and Sunday at State Garages A and F on Trinity St, a 5–7 minute walk from the church. Here’s how it works:Pull in. The garage attendant will show you how to register your car.Get your code. Pick up a parking validation code at the festival.Validate. Enter the code to make your parking free. On Saturday, the garages are open but not free, so standard rates apply. Street parking nearby is another option, and rideshare can drop you off right at the church!

Yes! The grounds are paved with asphalt and concrete, and we’ll have ramps throughout. Accessible entrance and bathrooms are also available on site. If you have questions before you visit, email us at info@atxmedfest.com.

Yes, lots! Head to the Falafel booth and the Eritrean booth for vegan and vegetarian dishes. Spanakopita and the Mediterranean Platter (ask for it without the kibbeh) are also vegetarian.

Our Chicken Shawarma is halal. For meat-free choices, try the Falafel, Spanakopita or the Mediterranean Platter without the kibbeh.

Yes! We’ll have beer, wine and cocktails. Valid ID is required to purchase alcohol.

Plenty! We’ll have a bouncy house, face painting, games and a kids’ food booth (popcorn and cotton candy) just for little ones.

Yes, leashed pets are welcome! The pavement can get hot, so bring water for your pup and check their paws. Please note, no pets are allowed inside the church.

Join the Yalla family! Volunteers work a 4-hour shift and receive a meal voucher for food and non-alcoholic drinks at the festival. Volunteers will also receive a free t-shirt! Sign up at volunteer.atxmedfest.com.

Email us at info@atxmedfest.com or message us on Facebook and Instagram @medfestaustin.