Lilac Sunday at the Arboretum + Food Trucks!

Do you love your momma? I bet you do! What better way to celebrate mother dearest than by feeding her well?

I’m happy to let you know that the Arnold Arboretum will be hosting its 108th Annual Lilac Sunday celebration on Sunday, May 8th (Mother’s Day), with 20 delicious food trucks to satisfy you and mom!

What is it: Lilac Sunday Festival at the Arnold Arboretum

When is it: Sunday, May 8th, Mother’s Day. Event runs 10am-3pm (truck will be vending from 11am onwards).

Where is it: Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain, MA.

But I know what you’re really wondering is: what food trucks will be there? Well this year the Lilac Sunday Festival boasts 20 fan favorite food trucks, including:

  1. The Bacon Truck
  2. Bon Me
  3. Cameo Macaron
  4. Chicken and Rice Guys
  5. Chili Mango & Lime
  6. Chik Chak
  7. Clover
  8. Compliments Food Co.
  9. The Dining Car
  10. Frozen Hoagies
  11. Heritage Truck
  12. Jamaica Mi Hungry
  13. M&M BBQ Ribs
  14. Mei Mei Street Kitchen
  15. Munch Mobile Kitchen
  16. North East of the Border
  17. Roxy’s Grilled Cheese
  18. Slush King
  19. YummBai
  20. Zinneken’s Waffles

More About Lilac Sunday

Lilac Sunday is an annual event showcasing Boston’s unique learning landscape in bloom, with a fun outdoor environment to welcome spring and celebrate Mother’s Day! In addition to the delicious food trucks, there will also be children’s activities and ours of the Arboretum’s lilac collection.

For Lilac Sunday event information, please visit www.arboretum.harvard.edu.

Parking: Parking is limited to perimeter streets; the use of public transportation is strongly suggested. The Arnold Arboretum is accessible via the Orange Line as well as the 39, 38, and 35 buses.