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The Taste of Tacoma is considered both a bane and a boon. The influx of people to the small town of Ruston has been a cause of stress and less-than-friendly feelings between festival-goers and homeowners. Parking spaces become more valuable than gold; lines and the crush of humanity a test of patience. Merely getting to and from the area, be it by side streets or main routes, becomes an extreme navigational challenge.

For over 26 years this three-day, food-focused festival has offered live music, entertainment, craft booths, exhibits and more. The long stretch of food booths-which I've always thought of as Gluttony Row-is the source of both excitement and financial woe.

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[Taste of Tacoma, June 24 - 26, Point Defiance Park, Free, All Ages, Beer and Wine Gardens 21+ only]