The Queen's Park Food Festival, Glasgow 2027

It's that time again, Glasgow!

Following a storming debut last summer, we're heading back to Queen's Park on June 5th-6th, 2027!

Thousands of you joined us for our first year, helping us transform Queen's Park into a vibrant, welcoming space that truly celebrated the very best of Glasgow's thriving independent scene. Heading into our second year, we'll be picking up where we left off, introducing brand-new entertainment & activities while building our wonderful community.

The classics aren't going anywhere - the drifting scents of freshly prepared street-food, the sounds of local bands carrying across the park, a treasure trove of local makers, and an eclectic mix of family activities dotted about the grounds.

BUT... many of you will have seen we like to do things a little bit differently around here. While some of you may argue our production is slightly over the top, we have no intention of stopping anytime soon...

• FOUR Live Stages, all included with your ticket - From Glasgow's talented musicians to leading head chefs, magicians, circus performers and interactive family shows. There's plenty happening beyond your plate, don't worry.
• NEW Free Activities - Even more ways to get stuck in throughout the weekend, tailored to friends and families alike
• NEW Roaming Entertainment - Comedy, eccentric characters, and several unexpected encounters along the way
• Expanded Street Food & Bars Line-up - International flavours and global delicacies from Glasgow's leading independent traders
• 70+ Artisan Traders - Explore homemade treats, handcrafted goods and small-batch delights from independent makers and producers.

Test your bravery at our Chilli Challenge, embarrass your family and friends in sports day-themed mini-games, or try your hand at our hourly circus workshops. 

If none of that takes your fancy, feel free to wander, sample and find yourself in a deckchair in front of the live music, favourite tipple in hand.

Whatever your idea of a good time, there's no particular way to go about it. It's your weekend, after all.

Limited Early Bird Tickets are out now. Grab yours while they're still hanging about!

What's included with your ticket 👇

🎪FOUR Live Stages, all included with your ticket
🎶 NEW: Fresh Music Lineup + Unseen Tribute Acts!
🎡 NEW: Activities & Attractions
🎭 NEW: Eccentric Production & Family Entertainment

👨‍🍳 FREE Live Chef Demos from Glasgow's Leading Chefs (minimum of 10 demos over 2 days)
🎵 FREE Live Music (minimum of 12 acts over 2 days)
🎤 FREE Live Entertainment / Performing Arts (6 shows per day)
🐕 FREE Family Dog Show (bring your pooch along and sign them up!)
🎱 FREE Pies Down, Eyes Down Bingo (prizes from our very own traders)
🌶️FREE Chilli Challenge (feeling brave, anyone?)
😂 FREE Roaming Comedy Acts
📖 FREE Festival Programmes
🎨 FREE Family Activities & Foodie Colouring Books
🥇 FREE Foodie Olympics - Sports Day-Inspired Mini-Games
🕵️‍♀️ FREE Foodie Clue Quest Scavenger Hunt

🛍️ Explore the Artisan Markets
🍔 Sample Delicious Street Food from Leading Vendors
🪑 Ample Furniture & Deckchairs to Kick Back and Relax
🍻 Independent Bars (Including an Ale House, Speciality Cider, Gin & Wine Bars)
🎠 Fun Fair
🖼️ Art Displays
⚡ Fast Track Entry

💚 Over £210,100 raised for mental health charities so far

💬 "An amazing mix of new discoveries and the classics we love - the perfect foodie day out.” - Attendee Feedback Forms

ADDED TIDBITS

🌍 International Street Food

Follow the gentle drift of spices, charcoal and fresh herbs as you wander through the tranquil greenery of Queen's Park. Our street food village brings together flavours from across the world - dishes made by cooks who are experts in their craft. You’ll find tastes from Greece, Italy, Spain, Jamaica, Malaysia, Venezuela, Gambia, Hungary, Mexico and plenty more along the way.

If you’re in the mood for something savoury, you might settle in with slow-cooked beef and rich onion gravy, soft bao filled with braised pork belly or pan-fried tofu, or a tray of street-style Birria tacos from Western Mexico.

For something sweet, you’ll spot Japanese bubble waffles, Dutch mini-pancakes with syrup and blueberries, and hand-baked brownies glazed in Belgian chocolate.

With over 30 cuisines to explore, it’s a weekend for tasting your way through non-stop new flavours.

👨‍🍳 Live Cookery Theatre

Our Cookery Theatre returns across the weekend! Pull up a seat and watch regional chefs share the techniques and small touches that bring a dish to life. Last year, we welcomed to the stage the likes of MasterChef and Great British Menu competitors, leading restaurant owners, and award-winning Head Chefs.

🍹 Independent Drink

Whether you’re after something crisp, fruity, spicy or sparkling, our eclectic mix of independent bars have you covered. Think chilled cider, small-batch cocktails, specialty rums and gins, or a glass of fizz to enjoy in the sunshine.

You’ll also find The Soldiers' Ale House, in partnership with Vocation Brewery, serving a selection of IPAs, lagers and cask favourites on draught.

Prefer to skip the alcohol? There’s freshly brewed coffee, teas, juices and smoothies made to order. Afterwards, head over to our colourful deckchairs, perched right in front of the Live Music Stage, and unwind for the afternoon.

🛍️ Artisan Markets

Stroll through our Artisan Markets and browse a mix of local produce, handmade goods and small-batch treats. You’ll come across cheeses, cured meats, fudge, marshmallows, pies, hot sauces and freshly roasted coffee - alongside jewellery, crafts, artwork, accessories and home-made gifts from some of the region's leading and most exciting artisans.

🎵 Live Music

Across the day, the Live Music Stage hosts a vibrant mix of jazz, pop, rock and soul from local breakthrough musicians. You might catch red-hot blues and electric energy of the Danny Charles Band or the softer harmonies of emerging acoustic duos. Saxophonist Will Forrester opens and closes each day with his intricate covers and Ibiza classics - a familiar soundtrack for many of our regulars.

🌶️ The Sizzling Showdown Arena

Things get a little competitive in the Sizzling Showdown Arena. Hosted by renowned comedian Neil Frost, expect a healthy dose of silliness, unusual challenges and plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Go head-to-head with other festival-goers in the Foodie Olympics and Chilli Challenge, sign your pooch up to Wally Woof's Family Dog Show, or grab a seat and test your luck at Pies Down, Eyes Down Bingo with Barry Bingo.

🎭 Live Entertainment

Our Entertainment Arena brings together magic, comedy and a touch of circus. Drop in when it suits you and watch Matthew J Magic & friends weaving together quick hands, light humour and a few surprises. Six daily shows run throughout the day!

🎪 Children’s Entertainment

Little ones can dive into a weekend filled with imagination and barrels of fun - from Magic Matt’s daily shows to foodie-quiz trails, colouring books, and a traditional funfair. Keep an eye out for roaming performers, stilt-walking chefs and Mr and Mrs Sweet, who are always up for a photo or two!

🤝 Supporting Mental Health

We’re proud to continue our partnership with Scottish Action for Mental Health. Through optional ticket donations and fun activities, we’ve raised over £210,100 so far for mental health initiatives across the UK - let’s build on that total in 2027!

Over 30 Cuisines | 180+ Exhibitors & Performers | 10+ Independent Bars | 3 Giant Artisan Markets | Street Food | Dessert Stations | Live Entertainment | 26+ Performers | FREE Kids Activities & Challenges | FREE Deckchairs & Seating | FREE Festival Programmes | Traditional Fun Fair

📅 When: June 5th-6th, 2027
📍 Where: Queen's Park Recreation Ground, Glasgow
Opening Times: 10am - 8pm (Saturday) | 10am - 7pm (Sunday)
*Subject to License

🎟️ Limited Early Bird Tickets – from just £7.95 per adult