Harrogate Food & Drink Festival unveils the dates for its “biggest food and drink” celebration yet, featuring performing arts, artisan markets, live chef demonstrations & “Foodie Olympics”.
The Harrogate Food and Drink Festival has announced the dates for its fifth anniversary event, scheduled for June 28th-29th, 2025, on The Stray. Set amidst the scenic backdrop of central Harrogate, festival-goers are invited to a weekend-long celebration featuring exciting live music, eccentric production, immersive chef demonstrations, and foods spanning the globe.
Building on the event’s continued growth over the last four years, organisers have ensured what is to be their biggest food and drink line-up yet in addition to brand-new entertainment options and activities. In 2024, the event showcased over 120 different independent businesses and local traders, alongside a broad selection of the region’s most talented musicians, performers, and chefs.
Event Director Michael Johnston said:
To be able to return for a fifth consecutive year is a massive privilege, and we’re very grateful for the unwavering support of the local community that allows us to come back each and every year. We’re going to celebrate our anniversary event by giving our loyal attendees their biggest festival yet.
Whilst a complete guide to the event is yet to be disclosed, one idea set to debut is the introduction of the “Foodie Olympics”, designed to engage families in a competitive and exciting weekend of fun.
The festival’s renowned Street Food Arena is set to return, featuring an expanded roster of global food traders, while the event’s dynamic Artisan Markets will showcase an abundance of gifted artisans. Two streets of unique bars offering specialty spirits, ciders, wine, and cocktails, are available to attendees alongside the festival’s full ale house.
Nikki Orrell, Festival Manager, said:
A core aspect of the event is that we get to showcase a diverse selection of independent traders and small businesses. We’re very proud to work with some of the most talented artisans in the region, and we can’t wait to give you our most vibrant selection yet.
The festival will also present a new line-up for the Live Music Stage, including two unannounced tributes to headline each evening. Meanwhile, a selection of Yorkshire’s esteemed culinary experts are set to perform captivating demonstrations inside the Live Cookery Theatre.
Festival-goers can additionally enjoy Magic, Circus, and Performing Arts shows on the Live Entertainers Stage. Further attractions set to feature are Art Displays, a Fun Fair & Inflatable Land, Roaming Comedy, Free Kids Activities, and more.
Having collectively raised over £127,000 for local mental health initiatives, the event will once again partner with Harrogate Mind in hope of surpassing this total.
Limited Early Bird Tickets are now available for the fifth annual Harrogate Food & Drink Festival on June 28th-29th, 2025, The Stray.
For more information, Early Bird Tickets, and updates, visit https://harrogatefoodfestival.com/
