Lichfield Food & Drink Festival is returning this spring and it’s all about flavour, community, and local pride.
Lichfield District Council is delighted to deliver the 2026 Lichfield Food & Drink Festivals, celebrating the very best of street food, drink producers and artisan traders in the heart of Lichfield City.
From sizzling street food and sweet treats to farm-fresh goods and kitchen must-haves, there’s something to tempt every tastebud.
2026 festival dates
| Spring Food & Drink Festival | Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 May | A two-day event welcoming the new season, with strong local footfall and a focus on artisan produce, street food and drink traders. |
| Summer Food & Drink Festival | Saturday 29 - Monday 31 August | Our largest event of the year, running across three days over the August bank holiday weekend, delivering significantly high visitor numbers. |
For more information visit these pages:
- About the festivals
- Benefits of trading
- Fees and how to register your interest in trading
- Grants and community support
- Frequently asked questions
The deadline for traders to register an interest to trade is Friday 13 February 2026.
Vistors can find out more about the upcoming Spring Food & Drink Festival on the Visit Lichfield website.