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.
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SCOTLAND FOOD FESTIVALS 2021…
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 2021
Scotland’s Speciality Food Show
24th – 26th January 2021, SECC, Glasgow
Merging two of last year’s highly successful shows, these two great food trade fairs provide even more reasons to visit.
Big Feed Street Food Social
30th – 31st January 2021, 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.
MARCH 2021
ScotHot
Returns 2023, 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.
Glasgow Vegan Festival
TBC, Hampden Park, Glasgow
80+ fantastic stalls, world food caterers, exciting cookery demos, inspirational talks, interactive workshops, yoga and children’s activities running throughout the day.
APRIL 2021
Scottish Vegan Festival
11th April 2021, Corn Exchange, Edinburgh
Lots of stalls, talks, with hot and cold food, bar and so much more, organised by Farplace Animal Rescue.
MAY 2021
Fife Vegan Festival
CANCELLED, STUDIO 8, Church Street, Glenrothes
ALL proceeds on the day will go to local charities or other causes that reflect our ethos.
National Vegetarian Week
10th – 16th May, 2021
Join millions of others enjoying amazing veggie food.
Newmilns Food Festival
Returns 2022, 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.
JUNE 2021
Fynefest
4th – 7th June 2021, 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
5th – 6th June 2021, Fife
Top chefs from local restaurants showing off their skills and making some wonderful dishes on stage.
JULY 2021
Edinburgh Food Festival
21st July – 1st August 2021, 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 2021
Edinburgh Food Festival
21st July – 1st August 2021, 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.
Foodies Festival
6th – 8th August 2021, 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.
SEPTEMBER 2021
Distilled Food & Drink Festival
3rd – 4th September 2021, Speyside
Showcasing award-winning brewers, gin crafters, and food producers.
Dundee Flower and Food Festival
3rd – 5th September 2021 (Online)
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.
Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
4th – 5th September 2021, Loch Lomond shores
Showcasing award-winning brewers, gin crafters, and food producers.
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.
Stranraer Oyster Festival
10th – 12th September 2021, Stranraer
A programme bursting with fun, festivities and flavour, marking the start of the native oyster harvesting season.
Great British Food Festival
11th – 12th September 2021, Dalkeith Country Park, Midlothian
Included in your food festival ticket, the gardens and grounds are open to visitors.
OCTOBER 2021
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 2021
Scotland Vegan Festival
25th November 2021, Hampden Park, Glasgow
Welfare stalls, world food caterers, exciting demos, inspirational talks, free samples and more.
Edinburgh Vegan Festival
28th November 2021, 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.
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.
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