Chow Down's back Uptown

Look in the 7th Street Station parking lot (that's at 224 E. 7th St., across from the public market) Aug. 22 for the last Chow Down Uptown of the summer, a food truck festival that will run 5-9 p.m. Among the offerings: pizza, Italian hero sandwiches, pulled pork with grilled cheese, ribs, pastries, crab and more. Trucks slated to be there include: Chef Street Bistro, JK Cones and Wafflez and Wingz (all three new), plus Auto Burger and Fry Guys; Gourmet Goombahs; Herban Legend; King of Pops; Maryland Crab Co.; Minacci’s Gardens; NC Icy Treats; Root Down; Roots Farm Food; Ruthie’s of Charlotte; Sauceman’s; Smoke and Go; Sunrise Grill and Sandwich Co.; The Homegrown Crepe; The Wingzza Truck; and Turkey And ...

Parking is $5 at the lot next to Chow Down. Note: Consider bringing lawn chairs but not a cooler with alcohol (it's not BYOB; beer and wine are offered at the market). Admission to the event is free; vendors have assorted prices. More info: facebook.com/ChowDownUptown.