Food And Drink Festivals In London 2026

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Copywriter, DesignMyNight 10-year hospitality, travel and events expert, writing for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 10th March 2026

Food and drink, rumour has it that we can't live without the stuff; so what about celebrating it in the city? From cheese galore to the humble chicken wing to beer-heavy sip-a-thons, there's no shortage when it comes to savouring some of the finest experiences the capital has to offer. Check out our recommendations for the best food and drink festivals in London. 




COGNAC SHOW 2026 - THE ULTIMATE COGNAC EXPERIENCE!

@ Glaziers Hall on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th April 2026

Put your tastebuds to the test in Glaziers Hall at the Cognac Show 2026. With over 250 producers in town, you can make your way through some of France's most famous names as well as the region's best kept secrets.

You'll sip and swill everything from bold VSOPs and XOs to intriguing guest spirits like Armagnac and Calvados. Your ticket gets you all this, plus a complimentary cognac cocktail and Perfect Measure tasting glass.

Burger Fest UK 2026

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 12th June 2026 and 2 other dates

Burger Fest UK 2026 is a paradise for patty lovers. With more than 20 traders serving burgers from across the UK (and Ireland), this Richmond-based event is all about variety, quality and maximum indulgence.

Alongside capped-price classic cheeseburgers, you'll find experimental burgers, drinks sampling tents, cooking demos and eating competitions. It's designed for grazing, sharing and trying as much as humanly possible.

The London Taco Experience: Brixton Edition

@ Freight Brixton on Sat, 18th Apr 2026 @ 15:00 - 22:00

This December, Freight Brixton are hosting The London Taco Experience, a two-day festival of Mexican food, drink and music. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor space here, hosting six of the city's very best taco traders.

There'll be delicious margaritas to wash down your scrumptious street food, and even a hot sauce showcase for fans of spice. Expect a live mariachi band, followed by talented DJ sets.

Slice-O-Mania Pizza Festival

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 24th July 2026 and 2 other dates

Get on down to Richmond Athletic Ground for Slice-O-Mania. The UK's biggest pizza festival is back and it's bigger and better than ever.

Over 20 of the very best traders will be serving up £3 slices as they vie for the UK Pizza Championship crown. Expect cracking cocktails, DJs, games and all kinds of competitions right through the day.

LONDON WING FEST 2026

@ London Stadium, on Friday 24th July 2026 and 2 other dates

Foodies, rejoice, as London Wing Fest 2026 is the crown jewel of chicken wing celebrations. Taking over London Stadium, this three-day bash features 45 vendors cooking up 90 different wing styles.

Add in BBQ demos, bourbon masterclasses, street food challenges, and live DJs, and you've got the UK's biggest food-and-drink blowout. With tickets from £25, it's a delicious way to taste your way through summer.

The Tacover Taco & Tequila Festival 2026

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 14th August 2026 and 2 other dates

The Tacover Taco Tequila Festival is bringing you the biggest Mexican food and drink event to ever take place in Europe. Expect tens of traders, free booze and all kinds of entertainment.

Mariachi music, roaming luchadores, folk dancers, tortilla slapping and epic hot taco challenges will keep you entertained between bites. Tickets to this fiesta of a feast start from just £1.10 for kids and £8.80 for adults.