Prepare your taste buds for an epic celebration of all things FOOD at Wythenshawe Park & Gardens, Manchester!

NEW for 2024, we'll be rolling up in the picturesque location of Wythenshawe Park & Gardens, featuring a dazzling array of production and fresh entertainment throughout the weekend 🌳

Envision this: Leisurely sipping a refreshing cold drink, relishing mouthwatering treats, and immersing yourself in the live entertainment. But hold on tight, because there's more excitement coming your way…

Grab a deckchair, snag a drink, and bask in the warm and vibrant atmosphere!

Here's what's in store for you 👇

👩‍🍳 Live Chef Demos (Minimum of 8 Demos over the weekend)

🎸 Live Music (At least 12 acts over 2 days)

🛍️ Explore the Artisan Markets (Indulge in fresh baked cakes, artisanal cheeses, and aromatic sauces)

🌮 Street Food Arena (From tasty tacos to irresistible bao buns and succulent pulled pork)

🥂 Independent Bars (Featuring an Ale House, Speciality Cider, Rum, Gin & Wine Bars)

🍺 A Full Ale House – Showcasing Ales, IPA’s, Lagers & Cask favourites

👉 Unveiling Tribute Acts (Stay tuned for the lineup) – Get ready for an encore featuring incredible acts.

👉 Eccentric & Extraordinary Production - As you're aware, our production is already over-the-top, but in 2024, we're taking it a step further into the realm of weird and wonderful. That's all we can reveal for now.

✨ FREE Live Entertainment/Performing Arts – 6 shows daily

🎟️ FREE Festival Programmes

🤹 FREE Kids Activities

🚗 FREE Parking

🥳 Ample Furniture Dotted Around for Lounging

🎢 Fun Fair & Inflatable Land

🎨 Art Displays

🐐 Mobile Educational Farm

🤹‍♂️ Whimsical Roaming Entertainment & Comedy - Chefs on stilts riding bicycles, anyone?

😁 “A fab day out with the family and a buzzing atmosphere” – Capturing the delight of seasoned festival-goers.

…Come be a part of the fun!

⭐ Stunning location at Wythenshawe Park & Gardens ⭐

We've already raised over £95,000 for local mental health charities – let's add to that total! 🙏

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International Street Food - Take a leisurely stroll through the lush green fields of Wythenshawe Park & Gardens and let the enticing aromas guide you to flavours from around the world. Indulge in freshly prepared Paella or Pad Thai bursting with flavours. Experience the gooey delight of Artisan Melted Cheese or nibble on Pomegranate-topped Halloumi Fries. Craving something sweet? Dive into Spanish Churros smothered in Belgian Chocolate. Choose from cuisines spanning Japan, Italy, Peru, the U.S, and everywhere in between!

Independent Drink - Relax on a colourful striped deck chair in the sun. Sip on a Cold Beer, a glass of Champagne, or a Cocktail loaded with fresh Strawberries. With Independent Bars at the festival, we've got your drink preferences covered.

Fine Artisan Markets - Heighten your senses as you stroll through the colours, tastes, and smells of the giant Artisan Produce Markets. Indulge in a gooey Artisan Brownie, grab gourmet Fudge or luxury Cured Meats. Cheese lover? We’ve got loads of it, sourced from some of the best producers in the UK.

Live Chef Demos - Witness the region's top chefs create a culinary storm right before your eyes.

Live Music - Groove to the sounds of award-winning Jazz, Soul, and Pop. Dance to the unique sounds of the Washboard Resonators on the festival stage. We welcome the best local talent at each festival.

Live Entertainment - Explore the bustling site and be mesmerized by the mind-boggling talents of our Live Performers.

Children’s Entertainment - Watch the excitement on their faces during the daily Magic show. Join in the free kids quiz and fact-hunt around the site. Don't forget to swing by the Traditional Fun Fair and Inflatable Land. We've got heaps lined up for the kids – check our website for more info.

Supporting Mental Health – Our charity partner at the festival is Manchester Mind. We will be collecting donations through optional donations on ticket sales and many fun activities. We have raised over £95,000 for mental health charities at our festivals so far. Let’s aim to break the record this year!

International cuisines | 100+ Exhibitors and Performers | Independent Bars | Giant Artisan Produce Markets | Street Food | Dessert Stations | Live Entertainment | 26+ Live Performers | FREE Kids Activities and Kids Packs | FREE Deckchairs and Seating to lounge on | FREE Festival Programmes | Traditional Fun Fair | Inflatable Land

When: 18th-19th May, 2024

Where: Wythenshawe Park & Gardens

Full Live Music & Cookery Theatre lineup to be announced.

Join the celebration this spring!