1st - 7th July 2024
Are you a foodie fan looking to explore new culinary experiences and to discover some of the best food festivals in South East England? Look no further! With its long coastline and acres of countryside the South East is home to array of seafood and home grown food festivals. Many bring together, delicious local produce, entertainment, live cooking demonstrations, English sparkling wine, gin tasting and real ale to create fantastic days out for both locals and visitors to enjoy. 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.
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 to curries and noodles, you'll find a fantastic range of international flavours from cultures around the world, with finger foods, food on the go and takeaway options to buy and try at these festivals. We've selected the most exciting street food festivals in the UK, so you can enjoy delicious food and great company in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
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.
Try locally made food and drink at one of the many fantastic food or drink festivals across the destination. Talk to the local producers and discover what love and care goes into making every pint, every glass, every block and every plate. With a host of artisan producers throughout the South East showcasing their produce at food festival, this is a great chance to taste your way around the South East.
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. So why not plan a weekend getaway or a day trip to one of these festivals and make unforgettable food memories? Head over to our blog celebrating English Wine and combine a visit to a food festival with some wine tasting too!
Come and explore and discover the best food festivals in the country. 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
Cowes
Discover a food lover's paradise on the Isle of Wight with an abundance of local produce and culinary delights. Indulge in the island's fresh seafood, including succulent crab and lobster caught daily, or savor the taste of locally-reared meat and…
General event
Brighton
Southwick's Legendary Beer Festival
Back - bigger and better - for 2024!
There will be a great selection of cask and keg beers, as well as ciders, sourced from a range of local makers. Some of the brewers themselves will be there at the event to…
Food
Winchester
The Cheese & Chilli Festival is set to spice up the summer, with highlights including a chilli eating competition, food challenges, cooking demonstrations, family friendly entertainment and much, much more! The Cheese & Chilli Festival offers a…
Festivals
SANDOWN
A heady mix of country fair, pop festival and a vampire’s worst nightmare, this festival offers everything for the family!
Family
Southampton
The Southampton Mela Festival is a long-standing summer highlight in Southampton's events calendar celebrating modern and traditional Asian culture.
The festival will feature performances by world class musicians, dancers and feature a whole host…
Free Event
Pett, Hastings
The first beer festival in Pett village!
Food
Winchester
Gather your friends and family for this FREE event and come and enjoy a picnic in the stunning grounds of Winchester Cathedral.
Water Based Activities
Southampton
The award-winning Hampshire Food Festival is now in its nineteenth year. Popular with residents and visitors to the county, the month-long festival is a chance to explore what goes on behind the scenes to grow, rear and serve some of the county's…
Festival
Portsmouth
The UK's only chilli and gin festival is back in Portsmouth for the bank holiday weekend of 4 and 5 May.
Food
Winchester
Join us at North Walls Recreation Ground for Winchester Foodies Festival 2023 – our biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music.
Festival
Maidstone
Join us in the beer tent to sample up to 50 varieties of beer and cider or pay a visit to the gin bar. See the last coal fired Oast House in Britain and have a go at picking our hops by hand. Enjoy the 'festival' atmosphere with a variety of live…
Festival
Aldershot
Picnic and Pop Family Festival returns to Manor Park in Aldershot on Saturday 27th July and Sunday 28th July 2024 for a weekend of fantastic family fun. We have some of the UK's top tribute bands including: Absolute Britney (Britney Spears) Chic to…
Festival
Brighton
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Preston Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Brighton Thai Festival.
Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and friends…
Festival
Guildford
The Cheese and Chilli Festival is a family show offering something for everyone. There will be many traders selling cheese and chilli products as well as craft and retail stands. There is a family area accommodating FREE shows such as Wrestling,…
Music
Brighton
CHAPTER 4: LAND BEYOND FESTIVAL - UNCHARTED
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th May 2024
Waterhall, Brighton
Food
Brighton
Foodies Festival returns to Preston Park across the May Bank Holiday Weekend from 4th – 6th May 2024, with brand-new features and a star-studded line-up of celebrity chefs and chart-topping music stars, including: Scouting For Girls, Sister Sledge…
Food
Didcot
Annual food and drink fair, Chefs theatres and cafe. Event to be opened by Junior Bake off Champion 2024 Tilly.
Festival
Poole
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Harbourside Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Poole Thai Festival.
Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and…
Food
Whitchurch
Our popular Food Festival returns to the Silk Mill for another year on Saturday 7th September 2024.
Packed full of goodies from delicious, local suppliers.
Festival
Margate
Margate's longest running and biggest music festival, Margate Soul Festival, returns with a stellar line up of international and homegrown headliners including:
Harold Melvin's Blue Notes / Dexter Wansel / Heatwave / House Gospel Choir and Izo…
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