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Harrogate Food and Drink Festival announces 'fresh look' for 2026
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Harrogate Food Festival has announced dates for next year’s festival — and promised a "fresh look".
The event, which was launched in 2021, will return for its sixth year and be held on the Oatlands Drive side of the Stray.
The festival will run from Saturday, June 27, to Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Michael Johnston, festival director, said:
This year, we’re really focusing on the creative side of production. Attendees can expect a completely fresh look and feel to the event, along with a good dose of craziness.
Visitors can expect a live cookery theatre, live music and entertainment and artisan markets.
Nicki Orrell, festival manager, added:
We’ll be adding additional hot food, bars and market traders to meet demand.
Due to the popularity of the event, the number of trader applications massively outweighs the number of available spots — but we always encourage unique and local businesses to apply. It’s a vibrant, supportive community, and we’re always open to welcoming others to the family.
The festival will once again partner with Mind in Harrogate, having collectively raised more than £164,000 for mental health charities across the North of England so far.
Early bird tickets are now available, priced at £6.95 for adults.
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