Calling all food lovers! South Wales is bringing the flavour in 2026 with an epic lineup of food festivals guaranteed to excite your taste buds. There’s something for everyone, from gooey cheese and artisan chocolates to sizzling street food and local craft brews. Let’s dive into the foodie extravaganza and see why these events are worth putting on your calendar!
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Food Festivals South Wales 2026
Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or someone who loves a good snack, South Wales food festivals are packed with deliciousness. Expect a mix of street food stalls offering everything from mouthwatering burgers to exotic international cuisines, Welsh delicacies like the famous Welsh cakes, and local produce markets with fresh fruits, vegetables, and artisanal products. There will also be entertainment, workshops, and live music to keep you buzzing all weekend. Here’s what you can look forward to:
I update this article frequently as details or new festivals are announced, so check back often!
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Food Festival Cardiff
Whether you’re craving sizzling street food, live music, or a bit of both, these food festivals in Cardiff have you covered.
Feast On Cardiff
Friday 29th to Sunday 31st May 2026
A brand new festival for 2026! Feast On is set to bring the very best of the capitalโs food scene to life in the stunning surroundings of Bute Park, one of the cityโs most iconic outdoor spaces. This exciting three-day celebration will showcase a curated line-up of top restaurants, street food traders and culinary innovators, serving everything from signature dishes to creative twists on classic flavours.
Visitors can expect a packed programme of wine tastings and hands-on cookery classes, open-fire cooking demonstrations, and insightful sustainability talks, alongside live chef demos, music, and a lively banqueting atmosphere.
Thereโs also plenty to keep everyone entertained, from axe throwing to family-friendly activities, making it ideal whether youโre a dedicated foodie or just looking for a great day out.
Price: Individual day or weekend tickets are available starting from ยฃ9 per person. VIP tickets are also available.
๐ Pay and display parking at several locations in Cardiff city centre
๐ The closest station is Queen Street or Cardiff Central, both a 10-15 minute walk. Don’t forget, Transport for Wales now offers Multiflex, which gives you 12 journeys for the same price as 5 returns.
๐ Bute Park, North Rd, Cardiff CF10 3ER (behind Cardiff Castle)
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๐พ Foodies Festival is dog-friendly, too, as long as they keep on short leads.
Cardiff Food Festival 2026
Friday 3 July – Sunday 5 July 2026
Cardiff Bay comes alive with the mouth-watering aroma of international cuisines and local favourites. With a Producers Fair, Farmers Market and the Street Food Piazza, the Cardiff Food and Drink Festival is a feast for the senses. Don’t miss the live music by the waterfront – perfect for a summery vibe.
FREE entry
๐ Pay and display parking at several locations in Cardiff Bay
๐ The closest station is Cardiff Bay, a 5-minute walk from the event. Don’t forget, Transport for Wales now offers Multiflex, which gives you 12 journeys for the same price as 5 returns.
๐ Roald Dahl Plass, Cardiff CF10 1DQ
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๐พ Dogs are not permitted on site โ which refers to the inner bowl area. There are stalls along the outsides, as this is a local walking route. So, if you want to take your dog, it’s best to go with another person so you can take turns.
St Fagans Food Festival 2026
Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 September 2026
Set in the picturesque grounds of St Fagans National Museum of History, this festival celebrates all things Welsh. Over 80 food, drink, and craft stalls, cookery demonstrations, family-friendly activities, and music will be on display. Sample hearty cawl, try handmade bara brith, or sip on local cider while exploring the beautiful historic setting.
FREE entry
๐ ยฃ7 per car. Or ยฃ30 for a yearly ticket if purchased in advance.
๐ St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff CF5 6XB
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๐พ Dogs are welcome in the Welcome Centre and grounds, but not in the historic buildings.
Cardiff Farmers Market
A more intimate affair but just as delightful, Cardiff Farmers Market is your go-to for fresh, local produce and baked goods. Pick up essentials like fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy and artisan bread. Some of Cardiff’s best street food retailers have started here before setting up restaurants, so it’s the perfect place to find the next big thing. More than 100 farmers and small producers sell food and drink across three weekly markets:
Riverside Farmers Market โ Sundays โ 10am โ 2pm โ Fitzhamon Embankment, CF11 6AN
Roath Farmers Market โ Saturdays โ 9.30am โ 1pm โ Mackintosh Sports Club, CF24 3JW
Rhiwbina Farmers Market โ Fridays โ 10am โ 1pm โ Ye Olde Butcher’s Arms, CF14 6NB
๐พ Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times
Where to Stay in Cardiff
The easyHotel Cardiff is a 10-minute walk from the theatre. It has double rooms (with or without windows), accessible bedrooms, and twin rooms. Found a short walk behind Cardiff Queen Street train station, the budget hotel has en-suite bathrooms, heated rooms in the winter and air conditioning in the summer. WiFi is free; pay-and-display and multi-storey car parks are nearby.
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Dog-friendly Hotels in Cardiff
Your perfect dog-friendly escape in Cardiff awaits! Before I had my rescue dog, Ivan, I didn’t think Cardiff was very dog-friendly. How wrong was I? The dog-friendly hotels in Cardiff include national chain hotels, budget brands, pubs and country houses.
Food Festival in Caerphilly
Caerphilly’s food festivals celebrate local flavour, from its world-famous cheese to a variety of delicious Welsh treats.
Caerphilly Cheese Festival 2026
Saturday 29 – Sunday 30 August 2026
Cheese lovers, unite! This Caerphilly Cheese Festival (previously known as the Big Cheese Festival) celebrates creamy, crumbly, and everything in between. Pair your cheese with local chutneys, ales, and wine while enjoying live folk music. Of course, other food and drink stall holders are on the grassed area to the rear of Caerphilly Castle, alongside live music stages along Cardiff Road and Twyn Car Park. There are also workshops, craft sessions and funfair rides.
FREE entry
๐ Pay and display car parks and overflow parking at St Martin’s School
๐ The closest station is Caerphilly, near the event site, with trains to and from Bargoed and Cardiff every 15 minutes and trains to and from Rhymney every hour.
๐ Caerphilly Town Centre, CF83 1JL
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Hotels in Caerphilly
Want to stay the night? Just 15-minutes from Cardiff is the town of Caerphilly, famous for the largest medieval castle in Wales and the second-largest in Europe. There are so many things to do in Caerphilly that youโll want to stay nearby. Here are all the hotels in Caerphilly.
Food Festival in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Food festivals in Pontypridd offer a delightful mix of local Welsh delicacies, bustling street food stalls, and family-friendly entertainment in the heart of the town.
Big Welsh Bite 2026
1 – 2 August 2026
In Pontypridd, this family-friendly festival offers a mix of food stalls, entertainment, and even cookery demonstrations. There’s something for everyone at Big Welsh Bite, from Welshcakes to woodfired pizzas. With over 50 exhibitors, you’ll enjoy exploring what they all offer. There’s also a beer garden with local producers.
FREE entry
๐ Pay and display car parks in Pontypridd (However, as they are small, they will fill up quickly. If you’re coming from Cardiff, I’d recommend getting the train; there are park and rides at Llandaff, Radyr and Taffs Well โ which is two stops away)
๐ The closest station is Pontypridd, near the event site, with regular trains to and from Aberdare, Cardiff, Merthyr and Treherbert.
๐ 8 Ceridwen Terrace, Pontypridd CF37 4PD
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Hotels in Pontypridd
Pontypridd is a place of stunning natural beauty with an industrial past, seen in the landscape and visitor attractions. If you want small-town or countryside vibes, exploring here could be what you need. Just 15-minutes from Cardiff, there are so many things to do in Pontypridd, you’ll want to stay nearby. Here are all of the hotels in Pontypridd.
Food Festival in Vale of Glamorgan
Food festivals in the Vale of Glamorgan showcase a delicious array of local produce, street food, and craft drinks set against the backdrop of charming market towns and rolling countryside.
Cowbridge Food Festival 2026
Sunday 25 – Monday 26 May 2026
Cowbridge becomes a foodie paradise over festival weekend, offering everything from street food to craft beer. Stroll through the historic town while nibbling on everything from tacos to traditional Welsh lamb. The Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival takes over the town with food demos at The Duke of Wellington on the High Street and food and drink sites at AJ Car Park and the Old Hall Gardens.
ยฃ5 for a day pass or ยฃ8 for a weekend pass
๐ Park and ride from Cowbridge Comprehensive and Forage Farm to the High Street. Disabled parking at the Town Hall Car Park.
๐ Aberthin Rd, Cowbridge CF71 7EN
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Fantastic Fete 2026
Friday 31 July – Sunday 9 August 2026
Food and history collide at this spectacular fรชte. Fantastic Fete is from the Street Food Circus team, where you can enjoy modern street food, a dip in the pool, live music, circus performers and family entertainment all in the shadow of a historic castle.
From ยฃ12 per person
๐ Free car park, which is signposted. I attended last year, and it is a good 15-minute walk to the event entrance, with stairs to contend with. If you have children or a pram, you may need help.
๐ There is a train station in Llantwit Major, which has regular services from all over South Wales. From there, you can catch a bus, which takes 16 minutes directly to the site.
๐ St Donat’s Castle, UWC Atlantic College, St Donats, Llantwit Major CF61 1WF
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๐พ Dogs are welcome – Ivan, my rescue dog, and I attended last year. We made an Instagram Reel of our experience.
Where to Stay in Llantwit Major
The award-winning business, Sykes Cottages, has properties across the UK, and the ones near Llantwit Major are beautiful. From cosy lodges with traditional woodburning stoves to contemporary accommodation with a hot tub. With all the amenities you could need, including parking, WiFi and many dog-friendly places, check out Sykes Holiday Cottages.
Food Festival in Newport
Newportโs food festivals bring the city to life with vibrant street food, local produce, and live entertainment, making them a must-visit for food lovers across South Wales.
Food FEASTival
Saturday 12 to Sunday 13 September 2026
The Risca Food FEASTival is a brilliant family-friendly day out, packed with celebrity chef demos, fun fairground rides, and of course, plenty of tasty food and drink stalls to explore. Itโs a perfect mix of local flavour and lively entertainment!
FREE entry
๐ Free parking at Tredegar Terrace Car Park – NP11 6BY, Risca & Pontymister Rail Station Park & Ride – NP11 6BD, and Commercial Street Car Park – NP11 6EE.
๐ Tredegar Park, Risca Town Centre, NP11 6BW
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Food Festival in Bridgend
Food festivals in Bridgend combine mouth-watering street food with a magical woodland setting, creating a unique and unforgettable dining experience.
Forest Feastival 2026
17 April โ 10 May 2026
Imagine enjoying street food under a canopy of twinkling lights in a magical woodland setting, near a castle and by the sea. Forest Feastival from Street Food Circus is all about fantastic food, circus acts, great music and marshmallow fire pits. After dark on Fridays and Saturdays, there are also communal campfires, guest DJs, bands and cabaret performances.
ยฃ8 per person plus booking fee
๐ Spaces are limited, so you must pre-book your car parking ticket. Once parked, there is a 10-minute walk to the site through ancient woods.
๐ Candlestone Woods, Merthyr Mawr Road, Bridgend CF32 0LS
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Stay in Bridgend
The Best Western Heronston Hotel is only half a mile from Bridgend town centre and is close to Ogmore Beach. The Heronston Hotel has recently been refurbished and offers spa break packages. The swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa pool are perfect for relaxing in. Plus, thereโs free parking and WiFi.
Food Festival in Port Talbot
Food festivals in Port Talbot offer a fantastic mix of local flavours, artisan stalls, and family-friendly entertainment.
Great British Food Festival 2026
29 – 31 August 2026
Margam Park provides the backdrop for a classic food festival with a British twist. The Great British Food Festival has something for everyone, from food to live music, kids’ activities and even something for the dogs. There’s an artisan market, street food stalls, chef demonstrations, a BBQ and baking stage, food challenges, foraging walks and live music.
ยฃ15 per person, and children are ยฃ7. VIP experiences are also available
๐ Parking is included in the ticket price
๐ Margam Country Park, Port Talbot SA13 2TJ
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๐พ Dogs are welcome. They are not allowed in the food marquees or inside some buildings.
Neath Food and Drink Festival
October 2026
Get ready for the Neath Food and Drink Festival, where Neathโs charming market town transforms into a foodie haven bursting with pop-up markets, street food in Angel Square, and live local performances. Expect around 60 artisan exhibitors and award-winning suppliers showcasing the best of Welsh produce, all set within the historic indoor Victorian market – plus extra entertainment spilling out into the town centre.
FREE entry
๐ Pay and display car parks including High Street Car Park, Milland Road Car Park, Neath Multi-Storey Car Park and Rosser Street Car Park.
๐ Neath, Port Talbot, SA11 1DU
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๐พ Dog-friendly
Big Food Festival Christmas
December 2026
Get ready for a feast at Big Food Festival – a winter street-food extravaganza packed with flavour, live music, and festive vibes. Youโll find sizzling street-food stalls, mulled wine, Baileys hot chocolate, local artisan crafts and Christmas gift ideas.
FREE entry
๐ Parking is ยฃ3.50 for up to 4 hours or ยฃ4.50 for the day. Just a heads up, parking is limited, so plan ahead.
๐ Gnoll Country Park, 134 Fairyland, Cimla, Neath SA11 3EF
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๐พ Dog-friendly – they actively encourage you to bring the dog, especially if they are wearing festive jumpers.
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Food Festivals Around Swansea
Swanseaโs food festivals showcase the best of local produce, street food, and seaside flavours, all set against the cityโs buzzing coastal backdrop.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Food Festival
28 – 29 November 2026
Celebrate the Festive Fayre at the stunning National Botanic Garden of Wales. Two delicious days wandering through vibrant gardens while sampling the best of Welsh artisan food and drink, exploring the bustling street food courtyard, discovering unique crafts in the Craftersโ Cwtsh, enjoying live music and family-friendly Bee Wild Club activities.
Entry to the food festival is included in standard Garden admission or free for Garden members.
๐ Free parking
๐ Middleton Hall, Llanarthne SA32 8HN
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๐พ Not dog-friendly (though they do have regular Doggy Days)
Food Festival in Monmouthshire
Food festivals in Monmouthshire highlight the region’s rich culinary heritage with top chefs, local produce, and vibrant markets set in the stunning Welsh countryside.
The Big Banquet 2026
22 – 25 May 2026
This grand event offers a gourmet dining experience in a stunning medieval castle. The Big Banquet, from Street Food Circus, takes place at Caldicot Castle and is all about the best street food, long communal banquet dining and festival fun. After dark, there’s a fire show with guest DJs and live bands.
ยฃ8 per person plus a booking fee
๐ Parking is in the castle grounds, and you must book a pre-paid parking ticket.
๐ From Caldicot train station, it is a 25-minute walk to the castle. Lines run from Cheltenham Spa, Cardiff and Gloucester.
๐ Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot NP26 4HU
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Abergavenny Food Festival 2026
19 โ 20 September 2026
Known as the ‘Glastonbury of Food Festivals,’ this foodie haven in the Brecon Beacons is a must-visit. At the Abergavenny Food Festival, over one hundred fifty exhibitors across seven venues offer the best produce and products from Monmouthshire and Wales. There are also talks, demonstrations, and debates. Chefs take to the stage in the Victorian Market Hall or cook over a fire in the grounds of the Castle. Plus, there is a Party at the Castle and a Saturday night market.
From ยฃ16 per person. Pre-booking is essential.
๐ Parking is at Castle Meadows Festival Car Park, priced at ยฃ5 per car.
๐ From Abergavenny train station, it is a 10-minute walk to the festival entrance. Lines run from Cheltenham Spa, Shrewsbury, Bridgend, Newport and Cardiff.
๐ Abergavenny, Monmouthshire NP 7 5DG
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๐พ Not dog-friendly
Mabon Fire and Feast
25 – 27 September 2026
Hang Fire BBQ and Street Food Circus present MABON, Walesโ fire food gathering โ a weekend of flame, flavour, and folklore. Celebrating the Autumn Equinox, the event brings together some of the UKโs best fire chefs serving small plates, special Mabon dishes, and a feast of Welsh produce cooked over open flames.
Expect fire kitchens, a vibrant produce market, live cookery demos, natural wines, music, and fireside chats, alongside an exclusive four-course fire feast hosted by Sam & Shauna under canvas. With balance, community, and celebration at its heart, MABON is set to become a magical annual fixture in Walesโ food calendar.
From ยฃ15 per person plus a booking fee
๐ Parking is in the castle grounds, and you must book a pre-paid parking ticket.
๐ From Caldicot train station, it is a 25-minute walk to the castle. Lines run from Cheltenham Spa, Cardiff and Gloucester.
๐ Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot NP26 4HU
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๐พ Dogs are welcome
Where to Stay
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Food Festival in Pembrokeshire
Food festivals in Pembrokeshire serve up fresh seafood, global street food, and local delicacies against the breathtaking backdrop of the Welsh coast.
Narberth Food Festival 2026
26 – 27 September 2026
A cosy yet vibrant festival, Narberth is all about community vibes and fantastic food. The Narberth Food Festival | Gลตyl Fwyd Arberth. Expect Welsh food and local produce galore, passionate guest chefs, live entertainment, and a charming market-town atmosphere.
ยฃ5 per day
๐ Several park and ride locations, with buses running approximately 30-minute intervals
๐ From Narberth train station, it is a 20-minute walk to the festival. Lines run from Pembroke, Swansea and Cardiff.
๐ Townsmoor Car Park, Narberth SA67 7DF
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๐พ Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas
Harbour Feastival 2026
4 – 6 September 2026
Taking place in Saundersfoot Harbour, this seaside festival is a dreamy mix of seafood, stunning views, and live music. Harbour Festival is another of the Street Food Circus events, with food from around the world, pirates, entertainers, and sea shanties.
ยฃ8 per person plus booking fee
๐ Pay and display parking at the harbour or at Regency Hall.
๐ From Saundersfoot train station, it is a 20-minute walk to the festival. Lines run from Pembroke every 2 hours and Swansea every 90 minutes.
๐ The Harbour, Saundersfoot, SA69 9HE
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๐พ Dogs are welcome! Ivan, my rescue dog, and I attended last year and made an Instagram Reel of our experience.
Breaks in West Wales
If you know when youโd like to travel, try to book in advance and as soon as possible. Prices rise the closer you get to the travel date. However, there is a vast array to accommodate all budgets, from hotels to valley holiday parks. Find great places to stay on booking.com:
Food Festival South Wales
From traditional Welsh dishes to international street food, there’s something to suit every palate. You can expect live music, workshops, and kids’ activities to make these festivals a great day out for all ages. These events occur in some of South Wales’ most scenic spots, from castles to coastlines.
So, what’s stopping you? Plan your foodie road trip across South Wales now!
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