Ilkley Food & Drink Festival 2026: A Riverside Feast
East Holmes Field
Date
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Ages
All ages
Price
£££
The Ilkley Food and Drink Festival is returning for 2026. Celebrating all things Food, Drink, Performing Arts & Live Music. June 13th & 14th.
This riverside festival brings together food traders, craft drinks, live entertainment and music across a full weekend, making it a great family day out in the heart of Ilkley. With performing arts alongside the food and drink offerings, there's plenty to keep everyone entertained.
What to bring
- Picnic blankets or portable chairs for watching performances and enjoying food
- Sun protection including sunscreen and hats for outdoor seating areas
- Reusable cups and water bottles to stay hydrated throughout the day
- Wet wipes for sticky hands after sampling food
- Cash and card for purchasing food and drinks from traders
- Comfortable walking shoes for moving between stalls and performance areas
Top tips
- Arrive early on the Saturday if you want to beat the crowds and get a good spot for the performances without jostling for space
- Check the schedule of live music and performing arts acts beforehand so you can plan which performances you want to catch
- Bring a carrier bag or small rucksack for carrying purchases rather than juggling multiple items while exploring
- The riverside location can get muddy if there's been rain, so consider wellies or trainers with good grip
- Eat early in the day if your children get hangry, as popular food stalls can have queues during peak times
- Pack a change of clothes for little ones in case of spills from food or drink sampling
Practical details
All ages
Free entry
Tags
Location
East Holmes Field, Denton Road, Ilkley, LS29 0BZ
LS29 0BZ
Free parking is available close to site at two locations. Follow yellow directional signage. One car park is located next to Nell Bank (Denton Road), and the other is located on West Holmes Field (Denton Road).
Contact
Date & time
Saturday 13 June 2026
to Sunday 14 June 2026
10am - 7pm