The Foodies Festival will return to South Park in Oxford, Oxfordshire, from August 29 to August 31, 2026. The 21st anniversary tour will take place over the summer Bank Holiday weekend, featuring a mix of live music, cooking demonstrations and interactive food challenges.
Musical headliners for the weekend include Boyzlife, Gareth Gates and B*Witched. Professional chefs such as MasterChef champion Dhruv Baker and celebrity baker Mich Turner MBE will appear in the Chefs Theatre and Cake & Bake Theatre. Visitors can also take part in activities such as the Hot Chilli Challenge and visit the Kids Cookery School.
The event is family- and dog-friendly, with gates opening at 11am each day. On Saturday and Sunday the festival runs until 9pm, while the Monday session finishes at 8pm. Organisers have confirmed that tickets are available through See Tickets, with adult prices starting at £27.
Organisers say the festival typically draws around 25,000 visitors. Local residents should prepare for busier roads and higher demand for parking around Headington and St Clement’s throughout the weekend. Nearby hospitality businesses and market traders are also expected to see an increase in customers during the celebrations.
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