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ABBA Tribute and Culinary Delights at the Riverside Food Festival in Wetherby

Riverside Food Festival returns to Wetherby Ings next weekend on August 5th & 6th. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Riverside Food Festival is set to delight food enthusiasts and entertainment seekers alike. The highly anticipated Yorkshire event promises a culinary adventure, featuring a diverse range of food experiences, interactive sessions, live music, and captivating performances.

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Festival Director Michael Johnston said, “We can’t wait to return to Wetherby Ings this year. Last year we had incredible support, and the atmosphere was incredible. This year we’re adding exciting new additions and surprises, so that should be fun.”

Riverside Food Festival Artisan Market

Culinary Delights and Artisan Markets

With over 120 artisan market traders at the Riverside Food Festival, the festival offers a delightful array of delectable treats and handcrafted goods. Food lovers can explore the street food arena, featuring global flavours and local delicacies that celebrate the region’s diverse culinary culture.

Enhance Your Palate with Tasting Sessions

Discover new libations and cocktails through interactive tasting sessions. Join Wolfe Bros of Yorkshire for a journey into “All things Gin,” and enjoy a Summer Cocktail Masterclass Experience with NOH Events.

Riverside Food Festival Chef Demos

Cooking Inspiration on Stage

The live cookery theatre will showcase the talents of esteemed chefs from Leeds Cookery School and beyond. Experience culinary masterpieces as chefs like Yemi Adelekan from Masterchef UK and Connor Corrigan of Harewood Food & Drink Project demonstrate their skills and share their expertise.

Get 15% off tickets with code WETHYFG15 – code expires at midnight on Wednesday 2nd August

Musical Extravaganza

The Riverside Food Festival live music stage will feature a lineup of talented musicians, including soulful saxophonist Will On Sax, the captivating Elsie Franklin, and the ABBA tribute band Angel Ayes. Plus, be enthralled by Micki’s tribute to the iconic Karen Carpenter.

Riverside Food Festival Petting Zoo

Entertainment for All Ages

The Live Entertainers Area will keep visitors of all ages entertained with roaming comedians and entertainers. Families can enjoy magic shows by The Magic Matt Show and Joel Dickinson, featuring captivating acts suitable for kids and families.

Family Fun and Circus Workshops

The festival welcomes families to participate in various activities, including the Kids Drawing Competition and a visit to Ian’s Mobile Farm, where adorable nanny goats await. Explore the joy of circus workshops with “have a go” sessions held every hour.

Riverside Food Festival Entertainment

Mark your calendars for the Riverside Food Festival on August 5th-6th at Wetherby Ings, Wetherby, LS22 5FN. The festival gates will open at 10 am and close at 8 pm on Saturday and 7 pm on Sunday. Free parking is available next to the site.

Get 15% off tickets with code WETHYFG15 – code expires at midnight on Wednesday 2nd August

For tickets and further information, please visit the official festival website: https://riversidefoodfestivalwetherby.com/

Riverside Food Festival Location, Times & Tickets

Dates: 5th – 6th August 2023
Times: 10 am – 7 pm
Location: The Ings, Wetherby, LS22 5FN


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Written by

Tara Harris

29/07/2023

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