Ilkley Food Festival Is This Weekend - And It's One Not To Miss

Food lovers are in for a treat as the Ilkley Food & Drink Festival returns this summer, bringing a weekend packed with delicious food, live music, family entertainment, and festival fun to its picturesque riverside setting.

Taking place on 13 and 14 June 2026, the popular Yorkshire festival will once again transform Ilkley into a celebration of the region’s thriving food and drink scene, showcasing everything from local favourites to flavours from around the world.

Visitors can expect an impressive line-up of street food traders serving up a wide variety of dishes, alongside artisan producers, bars, and independent businesses. Organisers promise some of the UK’s finest street food, with plenty of opportunities to sample international cuisine as well as locally produced Yorkshire treats.

But it’s not just the food drawing the crowds. Live music has become a key part of the festival experience, and this year’s entertainment line-up features an eclectic mix of performers, community groups, and tribute acts.

Headlining Saturday evening will be Planet ABBA, one of the UK’s leading ABBA tribute acts, bringing all the classic hits from the Swedish pop superstars to the festival stage. On Sunday, The Boss and The Beeston Street Band will take over, delivering a tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the legendary E Street Band to round off the weekend in style.

With great food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment, and a scenic riverside location, the festival offers something for visitors of all ages. Whether you’re looking to discover your next favourite street food dish, enjoy a drink with friends, or simply soak up the atmosphere, the Ilkley Food & Drink Festival promises a memorable weekend.

When is Ilkley Food & Drink Festival 2026?

The festival takes place on Saturday 13 June and Sunday 14 June 2026.

Tickets are available now, with organisers encouraging visitors to book in advance to avoid missing out on one of Yorkshire’s most popular food and drink events.