Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival 2026
- Date
- 30th August 2026 - 31st August 2026
- Time
- 10:00am - 5:00pm
About this event
Get ready for the return of our FREE entry two-day Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival, taking place in Suffolk’s Foodie Capital on Sunday 30th and Monday 31st August, from 10am to 5pm.
Enjoy live food and drink demonstrations from your favourite local eateries and cocktail specialists on the Cookery Theatre, browse food and drink stalls across Cornhill and the Buttermarket and explore the Farmers’ Market on Angel Hill, packed with delicious local produce and artisan treats.
Plus there’s FREE children’s activities in the arc including Big Games, a Children’s Magic Workshop, Face Painting and pay per go Fairground Rides.
This fun-filled event is FREE entry and has something for everyone.
Check back closer to the event for the Cookery Theatre live demos schedule.
Visit the Our Bury St Edmunds BID website for more information.
Parking
There are plenty of parking options available, from short-stay to long-stay. For long stay head to Ram Meadow (£3.50 a day) and Parkway Multi Storey car park (£4 a day) - representing great value and you can stay as long as you wish!
Visit West Suffolk Council's website for more information on parking.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does entrance to Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival cost?
Entry is free
- When is the annual Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival held?
The Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival is held on the last Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday of August from 10am to 5pm.
- Where does the Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival take place?
It takes place in the town centre at a number nearby locations including Cornhill, the Burttermarket, Angel Hill and The arc Shopping Centre.
- Where can I park to spend all day at the Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival?
We recommend using Parkway Multi Storey and Ram Meadow car parks in Bury St Edmunds for long stay.
- Is there seating at Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival?
There are a number of areas in which to sit and eat at the event including the seating area for the Chefs on Stage Cookery Theatre outside Moyse's Hall Museum.
