Food Festivals in South East England

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.

Discover the best street food festivals

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.

British Food Festivals

• Foodies Festival, Preston Park, Brighton, Sussex - 4th - 6th May 24
• Chichester Cheese and Chilli Festival, Chichester, West Sussex - 18th - 19th May 24
• Alresford Watercress Festival, Alresford, Winchester - 19th May 24
• Blenheim Palace Food Festival, Woodstock, Oxfordshire - 25th - 27th May 24
• Christchurch Food Festival, Christchurch, Dorset - 25th - 26th May 24
• Dover Food and Music Festival, Pencester Gardens, Dover, Kent - 8th June 24
• Sandwich Food Fayre, Sandwich, Kent - 8th - 9th June 24
• Windsor Food & Chilli Festival, Windsor, Berkshire - 29th - 30th June 24
• Lymington Seafood Festival, New Forest, Hampshire - 12th - 14th July 24
• Winchester Food Festival, Winchester, Hampshire - 14th July 24
• Southsea Food Festival, Portsmouth, Hampshire - 20th - 21st July 24
• Sausage and Cide Fest, Birchington, Kent - 27th July 24
• Isle of Wight Garlic Festival, Sandown, Isle of Wight - 17th - 18th August 24
• Chilli Fest, Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire - 1st September 24
• Silk Mill Food Festival, Whitchurch Silk Mill, Whichurch, Hampshire - 7th September 24
• The Great Wight Bite, Cowes, Isle of Wight - 7th - 8th September 24
• Surrey Hills Artisan Food Festival, Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Surrey - 21st - 22nd September 24
• Broadstairs Autumn Food Festival, Broadstairs, Thanet - 27th - 29th September 24
• Didcot Food Festival, Didcot, Oxfordshire - 5th October 24

Explore the best International food festivals the South East has to offer

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.

• Magic of Thailand Festival, Harbourside Park, Poole, Dorset - 18th May 2024
• Magic of Thailand Festival, The War Memorial Park, Basingstoke - 8th - 9th June 2024
• Taste of Caribbean Food and Drink Festival, Maidstone, Kent - 15th June 24
• Southsea Thai Food and Craft Festival, Portsmouth - 13th - 14th July 2024
• Southampton Mela Festival, Southampton - 13th July 2024
• Magic of Thailand Festival, Preston Park, Brighton - 17th - 18th August 2024

Food and Drink Festivals

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. 

• Real Ale Festival, Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Havenstreet, Isle of Wight - 4th - 6th May
• Beer & Cider by the Sea, Western Lawns, Eastbourne, Sussex - 17th - 19th May 24
• Southwick Beer Festival, Brighton, East Sussex - 24th - 25th May 24
• PettFest Beer Festival, Hastings, East Sussex - 24th - 27th May 24
• Gin & Steam Festival, Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Havenstreet, Isle of Wight - 15th - 16th June 24
• Thames Valley Food and Wine Festival, Brightwell Vineyard, Wallingford - 22nd - 23rd June 24
• Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival, Sandwich, Kent - 1st - 7th July 24
• Hops 'n' Harvest Beer Festival, Kent Life Heritage Farm Park, Maidstone, Kent - 7th - 8th September 24
• Bluebell Railway Beer Festival, Uckfield, Sussex - 20th - 22nd September 24

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!

Food festivals near me?

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!