14 of the Best Yorkshire Food Festivals to Visit in 2026

There’s a fabulous array of Yorkshire food festivals in the region, celebrating delicious food, small businesses and quality produce.

From samples, to chef demonstrations, street food and live music – there’s a huge array of food festivals in Yorkshire to get stuck into. So, mark your calendars, here’s our favourite.

Yorkshire Food Festivals 2026

Scarborough Food Festival | 11th – 12th April 2026

Hosted at Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre, this free-to-enter festival is going to be one not to miss! Expect 50 independent, international food stalls offering a variety of delicious dishes from around the world.

Try a new cuisine and choose your sweet treats, preserves and crumbling cheeses to take away and enjoy at home. There will be popular fairground rides to keep the kids entertained, as well as a tipi bar for the adults.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, YO12 6PF

York Chocolate Festival | 1st – 5th April 2026

From Rowntree’s to Terry’s, York has a rich history of producing some of our favourite iconic confectionery. Many of the original factories still remain today, and you can learn all about the city’s ties with chocolate at York Chocolate Story.

For those who have a bit of a sweet tooth, the York Chocolate Festival is the perfect family-friendly foodie event. Taste plenty of samples, watch live chocolate sculpting and shop for easter treats.

Where? Parliament Street, York, YO1 8RS

Tower Works Street Festival, Leeds | First weekend of every month, from May to September 2026

The team behind the award-winning North Leeds, Harrogate, Ilkley & Riverside Food & Drink Festivals has collaborated with Mustard Wharf to bring back the Tower Works Street Festival for the second year running.

Taking place in the Tower Works neighbourhood on the waterside, this free-to-attend festival brings a whole new street food and makers market concept to Leeds.

Expect a jam-packed lineup of some of the best street food and drink vendors, as well as plenty of live music and entertainment for the perfect family-fun day out.

Where? Mustard Wharf At Tower Works, Lockside, Wharf Approach, Leeds LS1 4EY

North Leeds Food Festival | 9th – 10th May 2026

Returning to Roundhay Park for its 10th year is the North Leeds Food Festival, set to showcase a variety of the best food and drink. Expect expert chef demos from some of our favourite local and region-wide chefs, organised by us here at Yorkshire Food Guide.

This one is taking a well-deserved spot on our list of the best Yorkshire Food Festivals.

Where? Mansion Ln, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2HH 

Whitby Fish & Ships Festival | Dates to be announced

For all you swashbuckling samplers, live chefs are cooking up local fresh seafood at the Fish and Ships Fest. Take a tour of real ships and trawlers in the harbour, as well as the historical sailing museum, and a replica of the HM Bark Endeavour to explore.

With a singing and dancing seafaring show in the line up too, head down to the docks to see what the fuss is about. You might even spot a pirate or two!

Where? New Quay Road, Whitby, YO21 1DH

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Great British Food Festival, Harewood House, Leeds | 23rd – 25th May 2026

Taking over Harewood House for a weekend in May is the Great British Food Festival, promising an action packed bank holiday!

The line-up includes over 100 top local and national producers, tasty street food, celebrity chef demos, a BBQ stage, great live music, kids activities and men v food. Even better, your festival ticket includes free entry to Harewood’s magnificent house, gardens and grounds.

The Great British Food Festival is also dog-friendly, so it’s perfect for the whole family.

 Where? Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds, LS17 9LG 

Sheffield Food Festival | 23rd – 25th May 2026

Three whole days of great grub and smashing pints are what await you at Sheffield Food Festival. The annual weekender offers local produce for foodies to dig into, as well as a hub of talent from Sheffield-based businesses.

Experience Sheffield’s finest food, drinks and music at this free festival in the heart of the steel city.

Where? Peace Gardens, Winter Gardens, Millennium Square, Town Hall Square and Pinstone Street

Filey Food Festival |April 4th – 5th, June 6th-7th, August 8th – 9th, and October 10th – 11th, 2026

Stroll around 60 booths featuring the best produce from across the Yorkshire region, as well as beyond. Spend an amazing day with the whole family and tuck into homemade cakes and bakes, locally caught seafood, sweet chocolates and so much more.

Savour street food cuisine from the Caribbean, South Africa, Italy, Greece and Thailand. The festival is based in the Filey Evron Centre and beautiful Crescent Gardens, perfect if you’re spending a weekend by the sea.

Where? 1a John St, Filey YO14 9DQ

Ilkley Food Festival | 13th – 14th June 2026

The Ilkley Food and Drink Festival will arrive at East Holmes Field on 13th – 14th June 2026, showcasing a huge selection of the best food, drink, performing arts and talented chefs in the area.

Based right next to the river Wharfe for that picturesque sunset scene and set over two days, the Ilkley Food Festival has everything you need for a family fun-filled weekend. High up on our list of the best Yorkshire Food Festivals to attend.

Where? East Holmes Field, Ilkley, LS29 0BZ

Harrogate Food & Drink Festival | 27th – 28th June, August 22nd-23rd 2026

Harrogate Food and Drink Festival returns to The Stray (June 27th – 28th) and Ripley Castle (August 22nd – 23rd), promising interactive tasting experiences and a weekend full of live entertainment.

Fill your boots mooching through the stalls and then chill in a deckchair and watch the live performers with your loved ones. There’s child-friendly fun too, with soft play and an inflatable wonderland, making this one great Yorkshire Food Festival.

Where? June: 16 W Park, Harrogate HG1 1BJ August: Ripley Castle, Harrogate, HG3 3AY 

Great British Food Festival, Wentworth Woodhouse | Dates to be confirmed

Between a Viking Village, dog-friendly area, mini zoo, and the obvious street food and live music, you can be assured visiting this Yorkshire food festival at Wentworth Woodhouse will be nothing short of exciting!

Run as a family business for a decade and with core values that work to welcome all foodies to enjoy fabulous bites and drinks.

Either way, The Great British Food Festival has it all – even the opportunity to enter into a cake off (well in advance) because who doesn’t love a little competition?

Where? Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7TQ

Temple Newsam Food Festival, Leeds | 15th – 16th August 2026

There are plenty of  Yorkshire food festivals to pick from and come the middle of August, Leeds’ Temple Newsam Food Festival is back and better than ever. From impressive bakes to simmered Indian cuisine, our chef demonstrations are here to excite and inspire you to test out your chef skills at home.

Taste fresh street food and sit back to enjoy live entertainment throughout the day – that’s your weekend plans sorted.

Where? Roundhay Park, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2TX

Sheffield, Graves Park Food Festival | 29th – 31st August 2026

Promising a busy weekend of interactive foodie experiences and live entertainment, the Sheffield, Graves Park Food Festival is making its debut this August! Don’t miss this brand-new foodie festival, surrounded by plenty of vast greenery.

Explore the Steel City, grab a crisp pint and soak in the (hopefully) sunnier weather. There will be plenty of tasty, international street food to give a try. Could this soon be one of the best Yorkshire food festivals?

Where? Hemsworth Rd, Sheffield S8 8LJ