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Abergavenny Food Festival returns on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026, bringing two days of food, drink, entertainment and conversation to the heart of Abergavenny.
Now in its 28th year, the festival brings together more than 120 food producers, talented chefs, makers and food writers, with a packed programme of 80+ events taking place across venues throughout the town.
Visitors can explore an extraordinary range of local and independent producers, enjoy street food and demonstrations, hear from leading voices in the food world, and take part in masterclasses and talks covering everything from cooking and ingredients to farming, sustainability and the future of food.
There is plenty for families too, including the kids’ cookery school, while the festival’s programme of live entertainment adds to the atmosphere across the weekend. The historic Abergavenny Castle provides the setting for cooking over fire and the popular Party in the Castle on Saturday evening.
The 2026 festival features appearances including Cyrus Todiwala, while the programme also includes food writing, live demonstrations, the Local & Vocal Tent, a food quiz, and opportunities to meet the people behind some of the country’s most exciting food and drink.
📅 Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September 2026
⏰ Saturday: 9.30am–6pm | Sunday: 9.30am–5pm
📍 Abergavenny Market and Across the town
🎟️ Day tickets £17 | Weekend tickets £26 | Under-16s free
For those wanting to keep the evening going, Party in the Castle takes place on Saturday 19 September from 7.15pm–11pm, with live music, food, entertainment and the atmospheric setting of Abergavenny Castle.
Whether you’re passionate about food, looking for a great family day out, or simply want to experience one of Abergavenny’s biggest weekends of the year, the Abergavenny Food Festival offers a celebration of food, people and the community that makes the town such a special destination.
Full details and booking can be found on their website now.
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