East Midlands Food Festival

Famed for its artisan producers of cheese, pies, charcuterie, chocolate and all sorts of goodies, the festival is one of the largest UK regional food festivals

A number of them offer tasters to tempt you to buy. The festival also boasts and array of drink producers from cider and beer to the strong spirits such as artisan gin and whisky.

All of these stands are under cover and so accessible whatever the weather. A street food area will provide mouth-watering food to go from a variety of countries and cultures.

Complementing the food producers will be the Food Theatre with local chefs demonstrating easy recipes many using the ingredients found at the festival.

Takes place on 3rd and 4th October 2026.