2026 Events
Maldon Food and Drink Festival
Saturday 4th to Sunday 5th April 2026
11 to 6pm
Adults £8
Under 16: FREE
Join us for 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events – right by the river at Promenade Park!
Expect a fantastic mix of…
🍕 Street Food from Around the World
🧁 Cakes, Bakes & Sweet Treats
🍺 Craft Beer, Cider & Gin Bars
🧀 Artisan Cheeses, Sauces & Local Produce
🌱 Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Halal Options
🎶 Live Music All Day
🎡 Kids Rides & Family Fun
🛍️ Craft & Gift Stalls
Whether you’re a foodie, a family looking for a great day out, or just fancy a relaxed Bank Holiday with something tasty in hand – this event has it all.
🎟️ Entry: £8 per adult
👶 Under 16s FREE
♿ Disabled visitors - Carers are FREE
🐾 Dogs with responsible owners welcome
📍 Easy access, plenty of parking, and a great atmosphere all day!
Don’t miss this mouth-watering treat in Maldon – bring your appetite, your friends…
Castle Point Food and Drink Festival 2026
Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th May 2026
11am to 6pm
Waterside Farm Leisure Centre Recreational Ground
Somnes Avenue, Canvey Island SS8 9RA
Adults £10
Under 16: FREE
Parking: FREE
VIP Tickets from £30
The fully stocked bar and VIP area provides waiter service with Champagne,Cocktails, Beer and non alcoholic drinks on offer.
With 27 years of experience running some of Essex’s biggest and best-loved festivals, our team knows how to create an unforgettable weekend for the whole family.
Expect a vibrant mix of street food, artisan producers, craft drinks, live entertainment, and activities for all ages.
Join us for 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events!
Expect a fantastic mix of…
🍕 Street Food from Around the World
🧁 Cakes, Bakes & Sweet Treats
🍺 Craft Beer, Cider & Gin Bars
🧀 Artisan Cheeses, Sauces & Local Produce
🌱 Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Halal Options
🎶 Live Music All Day
🎡 Kids Rides & Family Fun
🛍️ Craft & Gift Stalls
Whether you’re a foodie, a family looking for a great day out, or just fancy something tasty in hand – this event has it all.
🎟️ Entry: £10 per adult
👶 Under 16s FREE
♿ Disabled visitors - Carers are FREE
🐾 Dogs with responsible owners welcome
📍 Easy access, plenty of parking, and a great atmosphere all day!
Don’t miss this mouth-watering treat in – bring your appetite, your friends…
Roman and Medieval Festival 2026
Saturday 6th to Sunday 7th June
11am to 6 pm
Adults £10
Under 16: FREE
A huge fun packed and educational event in Colchester’s Castle Park.
Re-enactors from the Viking, Roman and Medieval periods showing fighting skills, cookery and living history camps.
A grand Market with all kinds of treasures for you to browse.
One of Britain’s largest and most exciting longbow competitions.
Ale bars, hog roast, excellent food outlets. Join in the archery and axe throwing.
Story tellers, puppeteers, traders, musicians, hawkers, wonderful sights and sounds
Free dressing up and activities for children.
Free parking.
Dogs welcome
Colchester Food and Drink Festival 2026
Saturday 27th to Sunday 28th June 2026
11am to 6pm
Adults £8
Under 16: FREE
VIP Tickets from £30
The fully stocked bar and VIP area provides waiter service with Champagne,Cocktails, Beer and non alcoholic drinks on offer.
Join us for 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events!
Expect a fantastic mix of…
🍕 Street Food from Around the World
🧁 Cakes, Bakes & Sweet Treats
🍺 Craft Beer, Cider & Gin Bars
🧀 Artisan Cheeses, Sauces & Local Produce
🌱 Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Halal Options
🎶 Live Music All Day
🎡 Kids Rides & Family Fun
🛍️ Craft & Gift Stalls
Whether you’re a foodie, a family looking for a great day out, or just fancy a relaxed day with something tasty in hand – this event has it all.
🎟️ Entry: £10 per adult
👶 Under 16s FREE
♿ Disabled visitors - Carers are FREE
🐾 Dogs with responsible owners welcome
📍 Easy access, plenty of free parking, and a great atmosphere all day!
Don’t miss this mouth-watering Bank Holiday treat in Colchester – bring your appetite, your friends…
Ipswich Food and Drink Festival
Saturday 18th to Sunday 19th July 2026
Chantry park,
Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0BS
11am to 6pm both days
Entry: £10 per adult
All Day Car Parking: £5
Under 16s FREE
Join us for 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events
Expect a fantastic mix of…
Street Food from Around the World
Cakes, Bakes & Sweet Treats
Craft Beer, Cider & Gin Bars
Artisan Cheeses, Sauces & Local Produce
Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Halal Options
Live Music All Day
Kids Rides & Family Fun
Craft & Gift Stalls
PLUS…
Whether you’re a foodie, a family looking for a great day out, or just fancy a relaxed weekend with something tasty in hand – this event has it all.
Disabled visitors & carers FREE (with ID)
Easy access, plenty of parking, and a great atmosphere all day!
Don’t miss this mouth-watering treat in Ipswich – bring your appetite, your friends
Maldon Food and Drink Festival
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th August 2026
11am to 6pm
Adults £8
Under 16: FREE
Join us for 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events – right by the river at Promenade Park!
Expect a fantastic mix of…
🍕 Street Food from Around the World
🧁 Cakes, Bakes & Sweet Treats
🍺 Craft Beer, Cider & Gin Bars
🧀 Artisan Cheeses, Sauces & Local Produce
🌱 Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Halal Options
🎶 Live Music All Day
🎡 Kids Rides & Family Fun
🛍️ Craft & Gift Stalls
Whether you’re a foodie, a family looking for a great day out, or just fancy a relaxed Bank Holiday with something tasty in hand – this event has it all.
🎟️ Entry: £8 per adult
👶 Under 16s FREE
♿ Disabled visitors - Carers are FREE
🐾 Dogs with responsible owners welcome
📍 Easy access, plenty of parking, and a great atmosphere all day!
Don’t miss this mouth-watering treat in Maldon – bring your appetite, your friends…