Graves Park Food and Drink Festival is coming to Sheffield this summer

On 30th – 31st August 2025, Graves Park Food and Drink Festival is launching in one of Sheffield’s biggest parklands.

Surrounded by over 200 acres of greenery and woodlands, you expect an exciting weekend with family friendly live entertainment, chef demos and of course, lots of tasty food to get stuck into.

Graves Park Food Festival will celebrate a mix of independent businesses, local traders, and the region’s up-and-coming talent, alongside international flavours.

Event Director Michael Johnston says: “We’re thrilled to host a weekend of celebration in the heart of Sheffield. Graves Park offers a site rich in both history and community, so to showcase the region’s abundance of talented entrepreneurs amongst it is a real privilege.

”We’re committed to delivering a memorable weekend for the city, so we’re putting everything we can into bringing new ideas to life.”

The Street Food Arena will spotlight local Yorkshire vendors and skilled chefs.

Those joining Graves Park Food Festival can indulge in a variety of world flavours, and international cuisines from over 20 different Street Food and Dessert traders.

The festival’s Full Ale House will serve lagers, IPAs, and cask favourites, while independent bars will offer a diverse range of cocktails, spirits and ciders.

Additionally, the event’s Artisan Markets will exhibit a vibrant mix of talented artisans offering handmade crafts, freshly baked goods, unique experiences, fresh produce and treats to take home.

Festival Manager Nikki Orrell says: ”Graves Park  Food Festival is a fantastic opportunity to spotlight the rich selection of talented entrepreneurs Yorkshire holds.

“By combining this with a variety of family entertainment and fresh activities, we’re setting the stage for an unforgettable summertime celebration.”

Gifted soloists, duos, bands, and choirs will perform across the weekend on the Live Music Stage, alongside two headlining tribute acts – which are yet to be announced.

Food enthusiasts can also enjoy a spectacle of the region’s esteemed chefs and culinary experts in the Live Cookery Theatre.

There’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained at Graves Park Festival,  with magic shows, interactive circus performances, and performing Arts.

The festival is partnered with Sheffield Mind, in the hopes of surpassing the £127,000 raised for mental health initiatives across the north.

You can even secure your Early Bird Tickets now.

Can’t wait for great food in the steel city? There are lots of tempting restaurants to pick from in Sheffield.