Ilkley Food and Drink Festival announces 2027 dates

Dates confirmed for 2027 Ilkley Food and Drink Festival [Photo: Jack Biggin Photography]

Ilkley Food and Drink Festival will return to East Holmes Field on 12–13 June 2027, celebrating its eighth year with refreshed entertainment, improved production and new family activities.

The festival will showcase more than 100 independent businesses, featuring Yorkshire food, artisan markets, street food, independent bars and global flavours.

Visitors can enjoy four live stages, including cooking demonstrations hosted by Stephanie Moon, magic and circus performances, interactive food shows and live music.

Family attractions will include a mobile farm, scavenger hunt, colouring activities and traditional fun fair, alongside new experiences developed with local businesses.

Festival Director Michael Johnston thanked the local community, traders and performers for their continued support, while organisers highlighted the importance of attendee feedback in shaping the 2027 event.

Looking back, Michael commented: "Watching the festival develop over the last seven years has been a real privilege, and we're incredibly grateful to everyone who's been part of that journey. We have no plans of stopping anytime soon.”

Bradford Mind will return as the festival's primary charity partner. The festival and its sister events have collectively raised £210,000 for mental health initiatives.

Early Bird tickets and further updates are available at www.ilkleyfoodfestival.com.