Graves Park Food & Drink Festival 2026: A Summertime Feast

WE’RE BACK for 2026! 😎

Alright, Sheffield - we’re rolling back into Graves Park this August Bank Holiday Weekend (29th-31st), and yes, we’re bringing the full feast with us. Imagine a park full of great food, heaps of live entertainment, and nothing but good vibes - that’s the one.

We're taking things up a notch with our boldest display of production and entertainment yet. While we like to keep you guessing, you can always count on a bit of the weird, the wonderful, and just the right amount of ridiculous. 

Invite the family along and prep yourselves for a celebration of everything food and drink amidst over 200 acres of stunning greenery, woodlands, and idyllic scenery🌳

After a booming debut last August, you can expect:

• Our Most Vibrant Live Music Lineup Yet - a little bit of something for everyone, from rock, pop and indie to jazz, swing, funk, soul and Celtic rock. Plus, joining us in the evenings are The Mardy Bums (Arctic Monkeys Tribute, Saturday) and Planet ABBA (ABBA Tribute, Sunday)
• Yorkshire's Leading Chefs in our refreshed Cookery Theatre, with highlights including Sandy Docherty (The Great British Bake Off), Chris Hobson (Wrea Head Hall), and Sumith Babu (Nourish by Sumith)
• A FOURTH live stage - introducing The Sizzling Showdown Arena, hosted by renowned comedian Neil Frost. Get involved with The Foodie Olympics, Wally Woof's Family Dog Show, The Chilli Challenge, and Pies Down Eyes Down Bingo with Barry Bingo
• Brand-new Attractions & Family Activities, such as Raggle Taggle Arts (Music & Dance Duo) & Inflatable Banana Jousting (yes, you read that correctly), Viking Heritage Kitchen, unseen roaming acts and comedy
• Heightened Production & New Entertainment (Wild & whimsical attractions you won't see anywhere else - think more giant inflatables)
• Expanded Street Food, Bar and Markets Line-up - 25 different independent street food & dessert vendors, 13 independent bars, and a treasure trove of local businesses and entrepreneurs in the markets.

Love Food? Love a warm, vibrant community atmosphere?  Then you already know where you’ll be this summer - Graves Park, fork in hand, soaking up the good stuff.

⭐ Join thousands for a Bank Holiday Feast in the heart of Graves Park - it’s gonna be a belter! ⭐

See what's in store below...

What's in Store? 👇

🎶 NEW: Our Biggest Music Lineup Yet + Unseen Tribute Acts!
🎡 NEW: Activities & Attractions
🎭 NEW: Eccentric Production & Family Entertainment

👨‍🍳 FREE Live Chef Demos from Yorkshire's Leading Chefs (12 demos over 3 days)
🎵 FREE Live Music (Minimum of 17 acts over 3 days)
🎤 FREE Live Entertainment / Performing Arts – 6 shows per day
😂 FREE Roaming Comedy Acts
📖 FREE Festival Programmes
🎨 FREE Kids Activities & Foodie Colouring Books
🥇 FREE Foodie Olympics – Sports Day-Inspired Family Mini-Games
🕵️‍♀️ FREE Foodie Clue Quest Scavenger Hunt

🛍️ Explore the Artisan Markets
🍔 Delicious Street Food from Leading Vendors
🪑 Ample Furniture & Deckchairs to Kick Back and Relax
🍻 Independent Bars (Including an Ale House, Speciality Cider, Gin & Wine Bars)
🎠 Fun Fair
🖼️ Art Displays
⚡ Fast Track Entry

💚 Over £182,000 raised for local mental health charities so far

💬 "An amazing mix of new discoveries and the classics we love - the perfect foodie day out.” - 2025 Attendee

⭐ Stunning location within Sheffield’s Largest and Most Scenic Parklands⭐

🚀 Your generosity has meant over £182,000 raised for local mental health charities so far – let’s continue to make an impact in 2026! 🚀

ADDED TIDBITS

International Street Food

Let your senses guide you as the irresistible aromas of freshly prepared street food take you through the beautiful grounds of Graves Park. Whether it’s the zesty tang of lemon herb chicken skewers, the smoky richness of slow-roasted pulled pork, or the vibrant spices of crispy veggie samosas, there’s something for everyone. Treat yourself to silky burrata with ripe tomatoes, crispy sweet potato fries topped with feta, or enjoy warm cinnamon doughnuts dusted in sugar and served with a velvety chocolate dip. Explore global flavours from Colombia, Venezuela, Japan, Greece, the U.S., and more – it’s a world tour of taste in the heart of Sheffield!

Independent Drinks

Searching for refreshments? Indulge in timeless cocktails, speciality spirits, icy-cold apple ciders, rich wine, and everything in between. The Full Alehouse has beer-lovers covered with a variety of lagers, IPAs, and cask favourites on draught. Unwind while live music echoes through the tranquil festival grounds.

Fine Artisan Markets

Vibrant Jewellery, aromatic soaps and crafts, rich coffees, dynamic art, gourmet cheeses, and everything in between. Savour and sample a range of homemade crafts and freshly baked goods from a plethora of Yorkshire’s most talented artisans, independent businesses, and local traders.

Live Chef Demos

Our Live Cookery Theatre showcases Sheffield and Yorkshire’s esteemed culinary experts and expert head chefs. Acquire all the necessary skills to craft your favourite delectable dishes, sweet treats, and global cuisines.

Live Music & Entertainment

A variety of soloists, duos, bands, and choirs will storm the stage throughout the weekend. Enjoy covers of timeless hits and generational anthems, alongside a range of original tunes from up-and-coming local performers. Two unannounced tribute acts are set to headline each evening of the event…

Fun for the Kids

There’s plenty for the kids to do, including a Free Kids’ Quiz & Fact-Hunt, a Traditional Fun Fair & Inflatable Land, Interactive Roaming Comedy, a Mobile Petting Zoo, and more to be announced. Alternatively, take the family to the Live Entertainers Stage, spotlighting family magic shows, performing arts, and interactive circus workshops.

Supporting Mental Health
We’re extremely proud to continue our partnership with Sheffield Mind. Thanks to your unwavering generosity, we have collectively raised over £182,000 for mental health initiatives across the north. Together, let’s add to that total!

📅 When: 

August 29th: 10am-8pm
August 30th: 10am-8pm
August 31st: 10am - 7pm

📍 Where: Graves Park, Sheffield

🎟️ Limited Discounted Early Bird Tickets: Starting at just £6.95 per adult.

For more information, visit: www.gravesparkfoodfestival.com