NEWCASTLE, prepare yourselves for the second annual celebration of all things food this Spring! 🥳

After an electric debut in 2024, we’re switching it up and heading to the wonderful Leazes Park. You can expect an unforgettable weekend jam-packed with delicious food, live entertainment, brand-new activities, and much, much more 🌳

Picture this: Lying back on comfy furniture, a refreshing drink in hand, delectable treats beside you as live music serenades the festival grounds. And the best bit? That’s not even the half of it!

New for 2025:

• Expanded Street Food & Artisan Markets Offering
• Brand New Entertainment & Activities
• Top Chefs from the Newcastle Region in the Live Cookery Theatre
• New Tribute Acts Headlining Each Evening

After a sell out debut year, don’t be left with crumbs—get your tickets before they’re all gone!

⭐ Stamp the date in, invite your friends and family, and join thousands for Newcastle’s foodie event of the year! ⭐

Here's what comes with your ticket… 👇

🆕 NEW: Top Tributes Each Evening

🆕 NEW: Activities & Production - Foodie Olympics, anyone?!

🆕 NEW: Biggest Food & Drink Line-up to Date

👩‍🍳 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 home-made 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 2025, 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

🥳 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 join the fun!

⭐ Stunning location in Leazes Park ⭐

Your generosity means we've already raised over £127,000 for local mental health charities – let's add to that total! 🙏

ADDED TIDBITS 

International Street Food

Let the mouth-watering scents of freshly prepared street food guide your senses through the idyllic fields of Leazes Park. From the bold kick of fiery teriyaki hot wings to the vibrant flavours of Birria tacos, there’s something for everyone. Indulge in gooey melted raclette cheese, crispy halloumi fries crowned with pomegranate, or sample hot churros dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with a rich Belgian dip. Explore global flavours from Japan, Italy, Peru, the U.S., and beyond—it's a world tour of taste, right here in Newcastle!

Independent Drinks
Lay back on a deck chair and sip on your favourite drink as live entertainment echoes across the enchanting festival grounds. Whether it’s crisp apple cider, a signature cocktail classic, or an icy-cold beer, we’ve got all refreshments covered.

Fine Artisan Markets

Our bustling Artisan Markets are brimming with irresistible delights from some of the UK’s most talented artisans. Explore through freshly baked Volcano Cookies, gourmet Fudge, premium Cured Meats, rich Coffees, and an abundance of top-quality Cheeses. Alternatively, enjoy vibrant Art Pieces, hand-made Jewellery, aromatic Soaps, and so much more.

Live Chef Demos

Watch on as a spectacle of culinary experts and esteemed chefs take you on a gastronomic journey through the secrets of cooking mastery. Get involved as the region’s best take centre stage in the Live Cookery Theatre.

Live Music & Entertainment
Enjoy sounds from the region’s soloists, duos, bands, and choirs, or dance along to the unique tunes of Newcastle’s up-and-coming talent. Sing along to renditions of timeless classics as our live performers add an extra spark of entertainment to your day. Stay tuned for the two top-tribute acts set to headline the event.

Fun for the Kids

There’s plenty for the little ones, such as the Live Entertainers stage showcasing family magic shows, interactive circus workshops, and performing arts. Other attractions include a free kids' quiz and fact-hunt, a Traditional Fun Fair and Inflatable Land, Interactive Roaming Comedy, a Mobile Petting Zoo, and more.

Supporting Mental Health
We’re proud to once again partner with Tyneside & Northumberland Mind. Your unwavering generosity has helped collectively raise over £127,000 for mental health charities. Let’s continue to make a lasting impact in 2025!

Join us this May for a memorable feast tailored to friends and family of all ages. Keep your eyes peeled for our full Live Music and Cookery Theatre line-ups, featuring top tribute acts and renowned culinary experts!

When: May 31^st – June 1^st, 2025

Where: Leazes Park, Newcastle upon Tyne

Join the celebration this spring!