13 food trucks will be parked Saturday in Port Royal. Great grub for a great cause

Thousands are expected at Saturday’s Lowcountry Jaycees Food Truck Festival in Port Royal, where 13 food trucks will be parked offering a range of foods — from Polish to Filipino to Puerto Rican inspired cuisine.

Three bands also are scheduled to perform at one of the region’s first big entertainment events of the spring, which uses great grub to raise money for a great cause.

Admission is free. Paris Avenue will be closed off between 6th and 12th streets from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The following food trucks will be on hand: The Saucy Vet, WillYum’s Take-Out Eatery and After Ate, Chucktown Smokin’ Gringos, Chazito’s Latin Cuisine, Krystyna’s Polish Food, Royal Tasty Avenue, The SnöBar Truck, Buckshot’s Restaurant, Joe’s Catering Service, Gainz Grill Food Truck, G’ma on ice and Golden Sun Belly Full By Tyger.

“Just a little bit of everything,” said Jennifer Argetsinger, president of the Lowcountry Jaycees. “Usually the trucks sell out by the end of the evening.”

Besides locally-based trucks, food trucks are coming from Charlteston, Savannah and Columbia.

Argetsinger is expecting about 3,000 for the festival.

Proceeds benefit The Lowcountry Jaycees and its Jaycee Camp Hope in Pendleton, near Clemson University, a statewide camp for individuals with cognitive disabilities age 7 and older. Established in 1969, Jaycee Camp Hope gives campers healthy experiences outdoors.

Last year, the Jaycees donated $6,000 to the camp.

The event also includes a petting zoo, artisan vendors, beer and refreshments and live music by Campfire Tyler, El Camino and Steel Rail Express

Town of Port Royal and the Port Royal Police Department are sponsors.