Scotland food festivals cater for lovers of fine food, and those who are keen to learn new and exciting recipes from top chefs. Vegans and vegetarians are also catered for.
STILL TO COME 2018…
Kirkcudbright Food Festival
27th October 2018, various, Kirkcudbright.
Dundee Vegan Festival
17th November 2018, Abertey Student Centre, Dundee.
Foodies Festival Christmas
23rd – 25th November 2018, EICC 23, Edinburgh.
SCOTLAND FOOD FESTIVALS 2019…
Our food festivals offer you the opportunity to sample many culinary delights from some of the best chefs, working their magic with the finest produce available.
JANUARY 2019
Scotland’s Speciality Food Show
20th – 22nd January 2019, SECC, Glasgow
Merging two of last year’s highly successful shows, these two great food trade fairs provide even more reasons to visit.
Scotland’s Trade Fair
20th – 22nd January 2019, SECC, Glasgow
Merging two of last year’s highly successful shows, these two great food trade fairs provide even more reasons to visit.
MARCH 2019
ScotHot
13th -14th March 2019, SEC, Glasgow
The show offers an opportunity to meet with suppliers, network with others to share ideas and inspiration, and learn about the latest trends from across the industry.
APRIL 2019
Scottish Vegan Festival
7th April 2019, Corn exchange, Edinburgh
Lots of stalls, talks, with hot and cold food, bar and so much more, organised by Farplace Animal Rescue.
UK Coffee Week
29th April – 5th May 2019, SECC, Glasgow
UK Coffee Week is a nationwide celebration of coffee that unites the industry with its customers to raise valuable funds for the communities that grow our coffee.
MAY 2019
UK Coffee Week
29th April – 5th May 2019, SECC, Glasgow
UK Coffee Week is a nationwide celebration of coffee that unites the industry with its customers to raise valuable funds for the communities that grow our coffee.
Fife Food Fest
TBC, St Andrews
Inviting all food lovers to experience the best of Scottish produce. Luxury Raffle, Canapés, Scottish Food Entrepreneurs and plenty of options. You name it, we have it.
National Vegetarian Week
13th – 19th May 2019, various venues
Join millions of others enjoying amazing veggie food.
Fynefest
31st May – 3rd June 2019, Cairndow, Argyll
A celebration of beer, food and music, taking place in Cairndow Argyll at the Fyne Ales brewery estate. FyneFest is a weekend of escapism, accompanied by the best beer, food and music from Scotland and beyond.
JUNE 2019
Fynefest
31st May – 3rd June 2019, Cairndow, Argyll
A celebration of beer, food and music, taking place in Cairndow Argyll at the Fyne Ales brewery estate. FyneFest is a weekend of escapism, accompanied by the best beer, food and music from Scotland and beyond.
Taste of Grampian Food Festival
TBC, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Northeast celebration of Grampian’s food and drink, with emphasis on local produce. Celebrity chefs, music, children’s entertainment, and arts & crafts guarantee a great day for the whole family.
Crail Food Festival
TBC, Crail, Fife
Top chefs from local restaurants showing off their skills and making some wonderful dishes on stage.
JULY 2019
Edinburgh Food Festival
TBC, Edinburgh
With quality Scottish food at the heart of it, the festival is a fantastic introduction for visitors to see just a soupçon of what Scotland’s larder has to offer.
AUGUST 2019
Edinburgh Foodies Festival
TBC, Inverleith Park, Edinburgh
Feast at over 30 delicious street food stalls in the Street Food Avenue. Enjoy Prosecco and Parmesan masterclasses in the Drinks Theatre.
Taste Angus
TBC, Glamis Castle, Angus,
Showcasing a variety of local producers, artisan food suppliers and a jam packed line up of live music and entertainment acts. Not forgetting our Kid’s Corner, of course.
SEPTEMBER 2019
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight
TBC, various locations
Highlights the fantastic variety of food and drink available in Scotland. It encourages people to be more aware that Scotland boasts some of the best natural produce in the world and great variety can be found in every pocket of the country.
Dundee Flower And Food Festival
6th – 8th September 2019, Dundee
Say hello to Autumn with fabulous displays of floral art with the Flower and Food Festival. Nurseries and garden centres will be there, and a craft fair.
Newmilns Food Festival
TBC, Jamieson Park, Newmilns
Showcasing all the best Irvine Valley, Ayrshire and Scotland has to offer in food and drink. Live demonstration area, food court, outdoor vendors area and a licensed bar.
Stranraer Oyster Festival
TBC, Stranraer
A programme bursting with fun, festivities and flavour, marking the start of the native oyster harvesting season.
OCTOBER 2019
Taste of Shetland Festival
TBC, Shetland
The Taste of Shetland Festival is the highlight of Shetland’s ‘foodie’ calendar. It brings together live entertainment and cooking inspiration with some of the best food and drink Shetland has to offer.
Scottish Vegan Festival
20th October 2019, Corn exchange, Edinburgh
Lots of stalls, talks, with hot and cold food, bar and so much more, organised by Farplace Animal Rescue.
Kirkcudbright Food Festival
TBC, Kirkcudbright
Award winning food & drink. Let your taste buds lead you round the town and experience the sights, smells and flavours our region has to offer and more.
NOVEMBER 2019
Dundee Vegan Festival
TBC, Abertey Student Centre, Dundee
We’ll be showcasing vendors and a series of talks and workshops that will cover all aspects of veganism and what’s happening in the local area.
Foodies Festival Christmas
TBC, EICC 23, Edinburgh
Take home recipes and top tips from MasterChef winners, Great British Menu stars and top Scottish chefs, cooking up their festive favourites in the Chefs’ Theatre.
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