15th - 17th May 26
There's no better way to experience the diverse and delicious cuisine of the UK than by attending a food festival. From regional specialties to international flavors, these events offer a wide variety of food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Many events also bring together, entertainment, live cooking demonstrations, music alongside English sparkling wine, gin tasting and real ale - all combining to creating a tasty day out for both locals and visitors to enjoy.
Street food festivals are a great way to experience a mix of all the flavours we have become accustomed to in the UK. From burgers and hot dogs, curries and noodles, to fish and chips, seafood and freshly made pies, you'll find a fantastic range of international flavours from cultures around the world, alongside artisan baking and locally made food and drink. Explore some of the best food festivals in the UK, offering delicious food , great entertainment and a fun day out for all the family.
Talk to the local producers, try before you buy, and discover home grown food and drink from around the region. Discover the love and care that goes into making every pint, picking every crop and creating every plate, and the specialties that the region is synonymous with - from watercress to scallops, oysters to sparkling wine. With an array of artisan producers showcasing their produce - food festivals offer a great chance to taste your way around the South East.
International food festivals are a great way to discover the diverse and delicious cuisines of the world. From Chinese and Japanese to Thai and Caribbean, you'll find a fantastic range of International and Asian foods at these festivals. We've chosen the best International food festivals in the UK, so you can explore the flavours of the North, East, South and West without leaving the country.
We all know that great food is an essential part of a great holiday, so take a look and discover some of the top food festivals the UK has to offer. Don't forget to mark your calendars and enjoy a tasty adventure!
Looking for food festivals this weekend or just want to explore the food festivals near me, take a look below for some of the best food festivals taking place throughout the year, and plan your next culinary expedition. If you're wondering where these events are, just click the map view button below!
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Food
Broadstairs
Enjoy a vibrant 3 day celebration of local food and drink with passionate foodies, artisan producers, and top chefs. Set on the clifftop above Broadstairs Viking Bay
Food
Maidstone
This may the Magic of Thailand Festival returns to Mote Park in Maidstone. This two day Thai festival brings the Thai culture, food and performances to the Kent countryside.
Festivals
Hook Norton, Banbury
The Hook Norton Festival of Fine Ales or Hooky Beer Fest is back for 2026. The charity beer festival features over 100 beers and ciders from across the UK, live music, and food, with proceeds supporting Blood Cancer UK and local community…
Food
Winchester
Back for 2026, A Taste of Winchester is a delicious fortnight of food and drink. Discover special menus, events and tastings across Winchester city and district, showcasing the best the area has to offer, from local produce to exciting global…
Festivals
Sandwich
Get ready as Sandwich transforms into a hub of medieval spectacle, French charm, and high energy for Le Weekend! This local favourite offers something for the whole community to enjoy.
Food
Peasmarsh & Rye
Back by popular demand, the Jempson's Festival returns this year, bigger, better, and bursting with even more to enjoy. From 25th to 27th June, both our Peasmarsh and Rye stores will transform into lively festival hubs packed with delicious food and…
Festivals
Sandown
A heady mix of country fair, pop festival and a vampire’s worst nightmare, this festival offers everything for the family!
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Rowlands Castle
The South Downs Food Festival returns to Stansted Park on the 6th and 7th of June 2026, bringing a spectacular weekend of food, drink, and celebration.
Food
Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!
Food
Birchington
Sausage & Cider Festival returns to Quex Park on Isle of Thanet, Kent for 2026. The line up includes Mumford and Sons, Food Fighters and Kasier Chiefs tribute acts, street food vendors and now up to 30 different ciders available on site!
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HAVENSTREET
Head to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway's Autumn beer festival for a celebration of beer and steam.
Choose from a huge selection of real ales, there are even a few ciders for those with a sweeter tooth.
You’ll have the opportunity to try…
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Wokingham
Welcome fabulous friends to GBFF Dinton!
After three fantastic years in Reading, we're delighted to return to Dinton Pastures with even more of our unique event and plenty of family fun! ✨
More than just another family festival, The Great…
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Southsea
The annual Southsea Food Festival is back for 2026!
Food
Eastbourne
Beer & Cider By The Sea will serve up another selection of real ales, craft beers, artisan ciders and perries for summer 2027, after its sell-out success. The three-day music, food and drink festival, which is one of the biggest on the south coast,…
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Sandwhich
Established in 2010, Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival is a multi-arts festival that highlights traditional and contemporary folk-life and folk arts, in a beautiful medieval town of Sandwich in Kent.
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Southampton
The Southampton Rum Festival is back at The Hobbit Pub for 2026
Saturday 25th July 2026
Festival
Lymington
This 10-12th July the Lymington Seafood Festival gets set to celebrate its 10th birthday. The event has grown into one of the south coasts leading food festivals with sell out crowds sampling delicious seafood, live music, the best local chefs…
Festival
Portsmouth
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Southsea Common is brought to you by Magic of Thailand.
Family
Southampton
Running for two decades, the Southampton Mela Festival now attracts around 30,000 thousand people per year from along the South coast to enjoy a fusion of music, dance and family activities, all of an international flavour from world-class artists.
Dance / Dancing
Southampton
Family-friendly culture festival involving delicious Thai food, dancing, boxing and more.
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