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Something is COOKING… 🥁It has been 10 YEARS since our humble beginnings, where hay bales lined the festival grounds and the smell of sizzling food filled the air.
Since then, we’ve seen three Prime Ministers, a pandemic, a Leeds United Rollercoaster, a coronation and a full TikTok takeover. From air fryers to oat milk lattes… we’ve seen it all.
On May 9th-10th, we’ll be celebrating our 10th ANNIVERSARY at our home in Roundhay Park.
We have big (& very random) plans in the works. Full details to follow!
Grab your early release tickets while they last 👇
https://buytickets.at/foodfestival/1878705/r/fb-event
What's in Store?
🎶 NEW: Our Biggest Music Lineup Yet + Unseen Tribute Acts!
🎡 NEW: Activities & Attractions
🎭 NEW: Eccentric Production & Family Entertainment
👨🍳 FREE Live Chef Demos from Yorkshire's Leading Chefs (8 demos over 2 days)
🎵 FREE Live Music (Minimum of 12 acts over 2 days)
🎤 FREE Live Entertainment / Performing Arts – 6 shows per day
😂 FREE Roaming Comedy Acts
📖 FREE Festival Programmes
🎨 FREE Kids Activities & Foodie Colouring Books
🥇 FREE Foodie Olympics – Sports Day-Inspired Family Mini-Games
🕵️♀️ FREE Foodie Clue Quest Scavenger Hunt
🛍️ Explore the Artisan Markets
🍔 Delicious Street Food from Leading Vendors
🪑 Ample Furniture & Deckchairs to Kick Back and Relax
🍻 Independent Bars (Including an Ale House, Speciality Cider, Gin & Wine Bars)
🎠 Fun Fair
🖼️ Art Displays
⚡ Fast Track Entry
💚 Over £164,300 raised for local mental health charities so far
💬 "An amazing mix of new discoveries and the classics we love — the perfect foodie day out.” — 2025 Attendee
👉 Tickets: https://buytickets.at/foodfestival/1878705/r/fb-event
ADDED TIDBITS
🌍 International Street Food
Follow the gentle drift of spices, charcoal and fresh herbs as you wander through the tranquil greenery of Roundhay Park. Our street food village brings together flavours from across the world — dishes made by cooks who are experts in their craft. You’ll find tastes from Greece, Italy, Spain, Jamaica, Malaysia, Venezuela, Gambia, Hungary, Mexico and plenty more along the way.
If you’re in the mood for something savoury, you might settle in with slow-cooked beef and rich onion gravy, soft bao filled with braised pork belly or pan-fried tofu, or a tray of street-style Birria tacos from Western Mexico.
For something sweet, you’ll spot Japanese bubble waffles, Dutch mini-pancakes with syrup and blueberries, and hand-baked brownies glazed in Belgian chocolate.
With over 30 cuisines to explore — and vegan options at nearly every stall — it’s a weekend for tasting your way through non-stop new flavours.
👨🍳 Live Cookery Theatre
In partnership with Yorkshire Food Guide, our Cookery Theatre returns across the weekend. Pull up a seat and watch regional chefs share the techniques and small touches that bring a dish to life. In recent years, we’ve welcomed the 2025 Chef of the Year Minal Patel, Molly Payne of MasterChef: The Professionals, and Daljit Singh of Punjabi Heaven. Expect thoughtful cooking, steady expertise and plenty of inspiration.
🍹 Independent Drink
Whether you’re after something crisp, fruity, spicy or sparkling, our eclectic mix of independent bars have you covered. Think chilled cider, small-batch cocktails, specialty rums and gins, or a glass of fizz to enjoy in the sunshine.
You’ll also find The Soldiers' Ale House, in partnership with Vocation Brewery, serving a selection of IPAs, lagers and cask favourites on draught.
Prefer to skip the alcohol? There’s freshly brewed coffee, teas, juices and smoothies made to order. Afterwards, head over to our colourful deckchairs, perched right in front of the Live Music Stage, and unwind for the afternoon.
🛍️ Artisan Markets
Stroll through our Artisan Markets and browse a mix of local produce, handmade goods and small-batch treats. You’ll come across Yorkshire cheeses, cured meats, fudge, marshmallows, pies, hot sauces and freshly roasted coffee — alongside jewellery, crafts, artwork, accessories and home-made gifts from some of the region's leading and most exciting artisans.
🎵 Live Music
Across the day, the Live Music Stage hosts a vibrant mix of jazz, pop, rock and soul from local breakthrough musicians. You might catch red-hot blues and electric energy of the Danny Charles Band or the softer harmonies of emerging acoustic duos. Saxophonist Will Forrester opens and closes each day with his intricate covers and Ibiza classics — a familiar soundtrack for many of our regulars.
🎭 Live Entertainment
Our Entertainment Arena brings together magic, comedy and a touch of circus. Drop in when it suits you and watch Matthew J Magic & friends weaving together quick hands, light humour and a few surprises. Six daily shows run throughout the day!
🎪 Children’s Entertainment
Little ones can dive into a weekend filled with imagination and barrels of fun — from Magic Matt’s daily shows to foodie-quiz trails, drawing competitions, colouring books, and a traditional funfair. Keep an eye out for roaming performers, stilt-walking chefs and Mr and Mrs Sweet, who are always up for a photo or two!
🤝 Supporting Mental Health
We’re proud to continue our partnership with Leeds Mind. Through optional ticket donations and fun activities, we’ve raised over £164,300 so far for mental health initiatives across the north — let’s build on that total in 2026!
Join us this year for Leeds' foodie celebration of the year!
Over 30 Cuisines | 180+ Exhibitors & Performers | 10 Independent Bars | 3 Giant Artisan Markets | Street Food | Dessert Stations | Live Entertainment | 26+ Performers | FREE Kids Activities & Challenges | FREE Deckchairs & Seating | FREE Festival Programmes | Traditional Fun Fair | Exclusive Art Displays
📅 When: May 9-10, 2026
📍 Where: Soldiers Field, Roundhay Park
Opening Times: 10am - 8pm (Saturday) | 10am - 7pm (Sunday)
🎶 Full live music & chef demo line-up coming soon...
🎟️ Limited Early Bird Tickets – from just £6.95 per adult
Tickets: https://buytickets.at/foodfestival/1878705/r/fb-event
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Roundhay Park, Roundhay Parkrun, Leeds, LS8 2, United Kingdom
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