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.
SCOTLAND FOOD FESTIVALS 2020…
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 2020
Scotland’s Speciality Food Show
19th – 21st January 2020, SECC, Glasgow
Merging two of last year’s highly successful shows, these two great food trade fairs provide even more reasons to visit.
MARCH 2020
ScotHot
Returns 2021, 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 2020
Scottish Vegan Festival
19th April 2020, Corn Exchange, Edinburgh
Lots of stalls, talks, with hot and cold food, bar and so much more, organised by Farplace Animal Rescue.
MAY 2020
National Vegetarian Week
TBC, various venues
Join millions of others enjoying amazing veggie food.
JUNE 2020
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.
Fynefest
5th – 8th June 2020, 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.
Crail Food Festival
TBC, Crail, Fife
Top chefs from local restaurants showing off their skills and making some wonderful dishes on stage.
JULY 2020
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.
Edinburgh Foodies Festival
31st July – 2nd august 2020, 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.
AUGUST 2020
Edinburgh Foodies Festival
31st July – 2nd august 2020, 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.
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.
SEPTEMBER 2020
Dundee Flower and Food Festival
4th – 6th September 2020, 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.
Stranraer Oyster Festival
11th – 13th September 2020, Stranraer
A programme bursting with fun, festivities and flavour, marking the start of the native oyster harvesting season.
Great British Food Festival
TBC, Floors Castle, Kelso
Included in your food festival ticket, the gardens and grounds are open to visitors.
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.
Big Feed Street Food Social
TBC, Govan Road, Glasgow South Side
Scotland’s biggest indoor, fully licensed, street food market. Bringing together delicious food, live music and djs, games for kids and outdoor seating.
OCTOBER 2020
Cheese Fest Aberdeen
TBC, Aberdeen
Some of the best cheeses in the world with Melted Raclette, Cheese Wheels, Gooey Mozzarella Sticks and a host of cheese tastes from the UK’s best cheese traders!
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 2020
Edinburgh Vegan Festival
TBC, Murrayfield Rugby Ground, Edinburgh
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.
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.
Cheese Fest Glasgow
TBC, Glasgow
Some of the best cheeses in the world with Melted Raclette, Cheese Wheels, Gooey Mozzarella Sticks and a host of cheese tastes from the UK’s best cheese traders!
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