Food and Drink Festivals 2026 in Yorkshire
Food and Drink Festivals in Yorkshire, home to an array of home created products and drinks, from the Yorkshire Puddings, Rhubarb festivals, street food and homegrown celebrations .
Wakefield Rhubarb Festival
20th to 22nd February 2026
Rhubarb lovers rejoice – Wakefield’s celebration of its most famous vegetable, the Rhubarb Festival, returns to paint the city pink for three days. More Yorkshire Food Festivals
Barnsley International Food Market
2026 Dates TBC
The Barnsley International Food Market is a vibrant event that brings together a mix of global cuisines, offering visitors the chance to embark on a delightful culinary journey.
York Chocolate Festival
1st to 5th April 2026
Celebrating all things Chocolate in York. Join the taste trail, explore the market and join in the chocolate based activities.
Scarborough Food and Drink Festival
11th and 12th April 2026
Enjoy a fantastic weekend at the vibrant new Food and Drink Festival at Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre with delicious foods, drinks, and family fun.
Filey Food and Drink Festival
4th and 5th April 2026
Visit Filey Food Festival to sample the very best of Yorkshire food and drink as well as fantastic produce from outside the region.
Pocklington Food Festival
2026 Dates TBC
A celebration of food and drink in the Market Place, Market Square and now extending to Railway Street, with grocery foods, street foods, live music stage, bars and entertainment for children.
North Leeds Food Festival
9th and 10th May 2026
A celebration of International Influence and Local Talent, expressed through International Food, Independent Drink, Music and Arts. Family Friendly with activities for all ages.
Whitby Fish and Ships Festival
16th and 17th May 2026
A celebration of Whitby’s fishing heritage including live cookery demonstrations throughout the weekend in the seafood kitchen on Dock End, Endeavour Wharf & Fish Quay.
Whitby Sea Festival will entertain us with sea balladeers and shantymen, a special concert, song competition and much more!
Great British Food Festival at Harewood House
23rd to 25th May 2026
Combining the nation's love of great food and drink with some of the country's most treasured locations. GBFF offers a chance to enjoy some very special time together.
Delicious Doncaster Food Festival
2026 Dates TBC
This three-day event will include Street Food Stalls, professional demonstrations and talks, tasting sessions, and bake-off competitions.
Malton Food Lovers Festival
2026 Dates TBC
Expect artisan stalls, delicious street food, talks, tastings, celebrity chefs, demos, festival bar, live music & much, much more!
Sheffield Food Festival
23rd to 25th May 2026
Sheffield Food Festival is a celebration of the city’s vibrant food scene, showcasing our great local produce, talented chefs, mouthwatering street food and outstanding brewers and distillers.
Ilkley Food Festival
13th and 14th June 2026
The Ilkley Food and Drink Festival is a family friendly celebration of international influence and local talent, expressed through international food, independent drink, live music, arts and charity.
Harrogate Food and Drink Festival
27th and 28th June 2026
Heaps of entertainment huge Food & Drink Line Up, Entertainment, Top Chefs from the Yorkshire Region and New Tributes Each Evening
Pontefract Liquorice Festival
12th July 2026
Get ready for sweet-themed fun celebrating Pontefract’s historic link with liquorice. Pontefract Liquorice Festival is a firm family favourite with something for everyone to enjoy including the return of the famous food and drink market!
Selby Food, Drink and craft Fair
2026 Dates TBC
The annual Food and Drink Festival with local produce and cuisine from all over the world, there is plenty for everyone.
With live music, facepainting, refreshments, specialty bars, and free samples.
Saltburn Food Festival
Dates TBC
Up to 140 stalls - including a new plant-based zone to cater for current food trends and more seating areas so visitors can sit and enjoy the day.
A Taste of Yorkshire Food and Drink Festival
2026 Dates TBC
The Middleton Railway plays host to its first ever Food and Drink festival ‘A Taste of Yorkshire’. This 2 day event will celebrate the very best regional favourites and local produce.
Great British Food Festival at Wentworth Woodhouse
15th and 16th August 2026
Combining the nation's love of great food and drink with some of the country's most treasured locations. GBFF offers a chance to enjoy some very special time together.
Temple Newsam Food Festival
15th and 16th August 2026
Returning to 2026 to the grounds of Temple Newsam in Leeds. Chef demos, tribute acts, live entertainment, quality food and drink producers.
Harrogate Food Festival at Ripley Castle
22nd and 23rd August 2026
Set in the beautiful grounds of Ripley Castle is a foodie extravaganza. Expect chef demos, tasty street food, produce and craft market, live music and plenty to keep the kids entertained.
The Graves Park Food Festival
29th and 31st August 2026
The Graves Park Food Festival, taking place within Sheffield's Largest Park! Expect chef demos, live entertainment and lots of tasty food and drink.
Ormesby Hall Food and Drink Festival
2026 Dates TBC
The Ormesby Hall Food & Drink Festival a weekend of chef demos, live entertainment and much more.
York Food Festival
18th to 27th September 2026
York Food Festival run events throughout the year celebrating local and regional food and drink, with the main 10 day festival held at the end of September.
Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival
9th to 18th October 2026
The Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival is all about sharing and celebrating what is so special about the food and drink inspired and produced from the stunning unique landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Literature Festivals in Yorkshire
Yorkshire hosts an array of literature festivals, hosting some of the worlds best authors and pulishers and featuring workshops to aid you in becoming a better writer. Many also host fantstic events for children.
Heritage Railway and Transport Festivals
Planes, Trains, Cars, Tractors - the days out yorkshire guide to the best transport festivals across Yorkshire. Great family days out for all ages.
Yorkshire Events Calendar
Calendar of events for 2026 in Yorkshire, festivals,days out, fairs across Yorkshire, plan your time in Yorkshire around a great day out or show.
Yorkshire Attractions
Yorkshire Attractions and days out. Discover a wealth of attractions across the county; historic buildings, animal attractions and the great outdoors - something for everyone.
Food Festivals in Yorkshire
Food and Drink Festivals in Yorkshire, home to an array of home created products and drinks, from the Yorkshire Puddings, Rhubarb festivals, street food and homegrown celebrations.
Literature Festivals in Yorkshire
Yorkshire hosts an array of literature festivals, hosting some of the worlds best authors and pulishers and featuring workshops to aid you in becoming a better writer. Many also host fantstic events for children.
Heritage Railway and Transport Festivals
Planes, Trains, Cars, Tractors - the days out yorkshire guide to the best transport festivals across Yorkshire. Great family days out for all ages.