About this Event
York Food Festival
Event Name: York Food Festival
Date & Hours (2026):
📅 September 18 – September 27, 2026
- Daily trading: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location:
Parliament Street & surrounding areas
York City Centre
York
YO1
United Kingdom
Overview
Calling street food vendors, local producers, and international cuisine traders!
The York Food Festival is a well-established, multi-day event celebrating food, culture, and independent businesses in the heart of York.
Spanning over a week, the festival offers vendors a longer trading period with consistent footfall from both tourists and locals. It provides an excellent platform for independent traders and growing food businesses to showcase their offerings.
Event Highlights
Dates & Times:
- September 18 – September 27, 2026
- Multi-day festival with steady daily trading
Admission:
Free entry (open public access)
Vendor Fee:
Varies depending on stall type and duration (short-term or full festival pitches available)
🛍️ What to Expect
Strong Footfall:
Approximately 30,000+ visitors over the festival period, with a steady flow rather than single-day peaks.
Street Food Market:
A diverse mix of street food stalls offering freshly prepared dishes from various cuisines.
Local Produce & Artisan Stalls:
Showcasing regional products including baked goods, cheeses, preserves, and specialty items.
International Cuisines:
Wide variety of global food concepts, appealing to both tourists and locals.
Live Demonstrations & Events:
Cooking demos, workshops, and food-related activities throughout the festival.
City Centre Location:
High visibility and consistent passing trade due to central York setting.
Vendor Information
We are currently accepting applications from:
- Street food vendors
- Local produce and artisan traders
- International cuisine vendors
- Independent food businesses
To apply:
📧 Email: [email protected]
Include:
- Business name
- Contact details (name, phone number, email)
- Description of your menu or products
- Photos of your setup and offerings
- Social media or website links
- Relevant food hygiene certification and insurance
Spaces are curated to ensure a diverse and high-quality mix of vendors.
🎉 Join Us!
Be part of a vibrant city-wide food celebration that brings together tourists, locals, and food lovers in one of the UK’s most historic cities.
With its extended duration and steady footfall, the York Food Festival offers a fantastic opportunity for vendors to build sales, grow their brand, and reach a wide audience.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Parliament Street, Parliament Street, York, United Kingdom
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