Congleton Food & Drink Festival 2026

Join us in the heart of Congleton for a mouthwatering celebration of the region’s finest food and drink!
🍫 From award-winning handmade pies, preserves, cheeses & chocolates to craft ales, global street food, and live entertainment—there’s something for everyone!

The festival runs from 10:30 am until 4:30 pm.

New for 2026, a free bus service for the festival! Leave the car at home and jump on the bus! All areas of town covered from Buglawton, Mossley, Barn Road and West Heath. Circular routes, leaving every 30 minutes.

Download the event guide:

The leaflet guide has the full list of stall holders and a map of the event.

Food and Drink 2026 Leaflet Guide

View The Event Map

1. High St, pedestrian area & Swan Bank will be filled with top-quality, local artisan food produce, global street food pop-ups, craft drinks & lots more! Please “Try & Buy” – help support our local producers who work so hard to make their superb ranges of original artisan products.

2. Market Street Picnic Area – rest your feet & tuck into your treats! Live music all day! A fantastic lineup of DJs and live bands offering something for everyone.

3. Discover Mill Street’s independent businesses, including Four Friends Tibetan restaurant & Pup Cups Cafe. There is direct access to Congleton Market Quarter.

4. Bring the kids along to the Town Hall! We’ll have
a children’s zone with face painting, soft play, and
entertainment. Plus food and drinks for parents, so
you can relax while the kids burn off some energy.