Leicester Food Festival
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Tuck into delicious dishes all day at Leicester Food Festival in Abbey Park
Hungry for flavour and fun this summer? Book Leicester Food Festival tickets and enjoy a 2-day celebration of street food, live music and entertainment for all ages at Leicester Food Festival, located in the beautiful backdrop of Abbey Park!
Abbey Park: Leicester Food Festival 2025
- Children under the age of 5 enter for FREE!
- Dates: Saturday 10th August - Sunday 11th August 2025
- Duration: Saturday: 11am - 9pm. Sunday: 11am - 8pm
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
- Location: Abbey Park, Abbey Park Rd, Leicester LE4 5AQ
- Tickets include: Entry, Live music, Kids activities, Food demos, Access to Fun Fair, Shopping stalls, Food and drink vendors
What's On at Leicester Food Festival in Abbey Park?
A vibrant weekend jam-packed with over 50 street food vendors, artisan stalls and an incredible festival atmosphere, Leicester Food Festival is back for its second year - and this time, it's tastier than ever!
- Street Food: Get ready to taste your way through Leicester! From gourmet burgers to global bites, you'll find everything from Punjabi curries to Dutch fish, loaded fries, chimney cakes, artisan ice-cream and so much more.
- Delicious Drinks: Treat yourself to a tipple and sip on craft ales, cocktails, prosecco and non-alcoholic beverages at the festival's many onsite bars!
- Tribute Acts: Get your dancing shoes on and head to the main stage, where you'll be treated to some of the UK's top tribute acts! Saturday brings you headliners Mercury (Queen) and Steptastics (Steps) whilst Sunday treats you to Stereosonics (Stereophonics) and MacBusted (Busted and McFly)
- Local Music: Alongside headliners, you can look forward to sets from Letitia George, EAGA Gospel Choir, Jonny & Good Time Boys, and more!
- Kids Activities: With a skate park, circus tent, craft tent, face-painting, climbing wall, bubble magic and sand skills workshops, you can keep the little ones entertained with a fantastic selection of family-friendly fun.
- Shopping: Featuring over 80 Midlands Makers Market Stalls and artisan stalls, you can go shopping for hidden gems and treasures as you browse unique gifts, crafts and homeware.
- Good Times: Looking for something a little different to do? Try the donut-eating contests, Drag Bingo, DJ Bubble's Magic Show, Hoola Hoop Show, Balloon Disco or the Dance Show!
- Fun Fair: Get your adrenaline fix and swing by Billy Bates Fun Fair before swinging around on the carousel! With rides for all ages, there's something for everyone.
Get ready to soak up the sunshine, savour every bite and sing along with the main stage at Leicester Food Festival this August! Book tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS.
Location
Leicester Food Festival
Abbey Park Rd,
Leicester,
LE4 5AQ
How to find us
Address: Abbey Park, Abbey Park Rd, Leicester LE4 5AQ
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- There is no dedicated parking for the event, however they are many car parks nearby
- There are public transport links nearby
Facilities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transport accessible
- Food and drink
More Info
Is the Leicester Food Festival wheelchair accessible?
Leicester Food Festival takes place in Abbey Park, which may have uneven terrain depending on the weather.
However, the event is designed to be inclusive and hosts a range of accessible facilities.
Are there any age restrictions for Leicester Food Festival in Abbey Park?
Leicester Food Festival is a family-friendly event that is suitable for all ages. There are a lot of children's activities on the day, including kids' entertainment, skate parks, circus tents and more!
And the best part? Children under 5 can enter for FREE!
Can you bring your own food and drink to Leicester Food Festival?
Due to the nature of the event, you are not allowed to bring your own food to Leicester Food Festival. You may bring your own small bottle of water.
The food festival is home to a fantastic variety of hot and cold food, drinks, snacks and sweet treats, so you'll be surrounded by delicious dishes all day long.
What's included in Leicester Food Festival tickets?
Included in your Leicester Food Festival ticket:
- Entry into the festival on your chosen day
- Access to the main stage and live music
- Access to food and drink vendors
- Access to shopping stalls
- Access to all entertainment
Is Leicester Food Festival dog-friendly?
For health and safety reasons, Leicester Food Festival is not dog-friendly.
Registered guide dogs are allowed onsite.
What are the opening times for Leicester Food Festival?
The opening times for Leicester Food Festival are as follows:
- Saturday 10th August: 11:00am - 9:00pm. Last Entry: 8:00pm
- Sunday 11th August: 11:00am - 8:00pm. Last Entry: 7:00pm
How do you get in to Leicester Food Festival in Abbey Park?
There is only one entrance to Leicester Food Festival, located on Charter Street, Footbridge, LE1 3UD.
Who's playing at Leicester Food Festival 2025?
Saturday:
- Queen and Steps tribute by Mercury and Steptastic
- House DJ and Special Guests
Sunday:
- Stereophonics and McBusted tributes by Stereosonics and MacBusted
- House DJ and Special Guests
Appearing over the weekend:
- Shaka, Spektrum, Letitia George, Tann-I Brown, Jonny & Good Time Boys, Charmaine Brocklebank, Eaga Gospel Choir, Sin City
Which food vendors are at Leicester Food Festival 2025?
Food:
- Smashing Plates
- Leedham Farm Dairy
- LePapillon
- MeatCastles
- Chicken George Jnr
- Richies Shrimps, Wings & Tings
- Floss Boss
- Steakwich
- Braai Plate
- Ferneley’s Ice Cream
- The Yorkshire Crepe Co Ltd
- La Pop
- Siu Mai Bar
- Pizzamo
- Bento Box by Sticky Beaks
- ChefStef
- Punjaban
- Asha’s
- Arlo’s Chocolate
- Giggling Squid
- Mrs Patel’s
- Hot Potato Shop
- FireryDough
- Street Dogz
- The English Indian
- Dutch Fishmen
- Bamboo Street Food
- The Chimney Cake Co
- Parm-O-Rama
- Marhaba Steaks and Grill
Drinks:
- Cocktail Bar
- Bellini Bar
- Prosecco
- Pimms
- Craft Ale
- Wine Tasting
- Beer Bar