Food And Drink Festivals In London 2026

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By Scarlett Welch • Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 15th September 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 2027 - THE ULTIMATE COGNAC EXPERIENCE!

@ Glaziers Hall on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th April 2027

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.

RUM SHOW 2026 - THE ULTIMATE RUM TASTING EXPERIENCE!

@ Glaziers Hall on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th July 2027

Rum Show 2026 is the ultimate celebration of the world's best sugar-cane spirits and the people who make them. Over 50 exhibitors are taking to Glaziers Hall to serve up signature cocktails, sensational shorts and plenty more. 

With over 300 rums to sample, you'll taste your way through tipples from well-known producers and boutique bottlers like Appleton Estate, Foursquare, La Maison Velier, Mount Gay and Plantaray. Tickets start from just £46.13 and include a free cocktail and tasting glass.