Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival 2024 Family Events

MANCHESTER, brace yourselves – we're making a triumphant return on August 3rd-4th, setting Heaton Park ablaze for another unforgettable year

Picture this: leisurely strolling, cold drink in hand, indulging in tasty treats, and being serenaded by live music on stage... But that's just the beginning! 🌟
👉 NEW: Exciting Tribute Acts (Stay tuned for the line up) – Following the roaring success of last year's tributes, we're bringing you an encore with even more incredible acts. Get ready for a line up that will get you on the dancefloor
👉 NEW: Quirky & Extraordinary Production - Our production is already over-the-top, but in 2024, we're dialling up the eccentricity. Stay curious, as that's all we can spill for now.
And the classics are making a comeback:
🌮 Delectable Street Food – From Mexican Taco’s to Bao Buns & Aromatic Curries
🛍️ Artisan Markets – Fresh Cakes, Gooey Brownies & Charcuterie to name a few
🥂 Specialist Independent Bars – Including Gin, Rum, Wine & Cocktails
🍺 A Full Ale House – Showcasing Ales, IPA’s, Lagers & Cask favourites.
👉 FREE Live Music – Lounge to Jazz or dance to funk (questionable dancing IS permitted!)
✨ FREE Live Entertainment – Chefs on stilts riding bicycles, anyone? Catch roaming entertainment & scheduled shows throughout the day.
👩‍🍳 FREE Cookery Demonstrations – Learn the secrets from the region’s best chefs
🤹 FREE Kids Entertainment – Including magic & kiddie’s shows
🎢 Fun Fair & Inflatable Land
🐐 Ian’s Mobile Educational Farm
🥳 And there’s plenty of funky furniture to plonk yourself on and rest those tired dancing feet
🤹‍♂️ Wacky Roaming Entertainment & Comedy - Chefs on stilts riding bicycles, anyone?
😁 “A fab day out with the family and a buzzing atmosphere” – Capturing the delight of seasoned festival-goers.
⭐️As seen in iNews, The Guardian & MEN⭐️
Indulge in a day of excess at Heaton Park on August 3rd & 4th , 2024.
Grab your Limited Discounted Early Bird tickets starting from just £5.95 per adult.
Secure your spot here: https://buytickets.at/foodfestival/1098202/r/fb-event

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International Street Food - Take a leisurely stroll through the vibrant fields of Heaton Park and let the enticing aromas lead you to flavors from around the world. Indulge in freshly prepared Paella or Pad Thai bursting with flavors. Experience the gooey delight of Artisan Melted Cheese or nibble on Pomegranate-topped Halloumi Fries.
Craving something sweet? Dive into Spanish Churros smothered in Belgian Chocolate. Choose from cuisines spanning Japan, Italy, Peru, the U.S, and everywhere in between!

Independent Drink - Relax on a vibrant striped deck chair in the sun. Sip on a Cold Beer, a glass of Champagne, or a Cocktail loaded with fresh Strawberries. With Independent Bars at the festival, we've got your drink preferences covered.

Fine Artisan Markets - Heighten your senses as you stroll through the explosion of colours, tastes, and smells at the giant Artisan Produce Markets. Indulge in a gooey Artisan Brownie, grab gourmet Fudge or luxury Cured Meats. Cheese lover? We’ve got loads of it, sourced from some of the best producers in the UK.
Live Chef Demos - Witness the region's top chefs create a culinary spectacle right before your eyes.

Live Music - Groove to the sounds of award-winning Jazz, Soul, and Pop. Dance to the unique sounds of the Washboard Resonators on the festival stage. We welcome the best local talent at each festival.

Live Entertainment - Roam the bustling site and be mesmerized by the mind-boggling talents of our Live Performers.

Children’s Entertainment - Witness the excitement on their faces during the daily Magic show. Join in the free kids quiz and fact-hunt around the site. Don't forget to swing by the Traditional Fun Fair and Inflatable Land. We've got heaps lined up for the kids – check our website for more info.

Supporting Mental Health – Our charity partner at the festival is Manchester Mind. We will be collecting donations through optional donations on ticket sales and many fun activities. We have raised over £95,000 for mental health charities at our festivals so far. Let’s aim to break the record this year!

International cuisines | 100+ Exhibitors and Performers | Independent Bars | Giant Artisan Produce Markets | Street Food | Dessert Stations | Live Entertainment | 26+ Live Performers | FREE Kids Activities and Kids Packs | FREE Deckchairs and Seating to lounge on | FREE Festival Programmes | Traditional Fun Fair | Inflatable Land

When: 3rd & 4th August, 2024
Where: Heaton Park, Manchester
Full Live Music & Cookery Theatre line up to be announced.
Limited Discounted Early Bird tickets: Available from just £5.95 per adult.
Buy Tickets: https://buytickets.at/foodfestival/1098202/r/fb-event

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