About Nelson Food and Drink Festival

Get ready for a feast of flavours as the much-loved Nelson Food and Drink Festival returns to the town centre.

This free family-friendly event will transform Nelson into a foodie paradise, packed with delicious street food, artisan producers, craft stalls, live entertainment and plenty to keep all ages entertained.

A major highlight of this year's festival is the return of social media sensation and celebrity chef Zaynah Din, who wowed crowds last year.  With more than 850,000 followers and millions of TikTok likes, Zaynah will be serving up live cooking demonstrations featuring her vibrant Asian fusion dishes, including aloo and cheese stuffed naan, chilli garlic chicken and channa masala.  Joining her is Lancashire BBQ expert and celebrity chef, Naem Rafiq, founder and pitmaster of the acclaimed PitBoyz Smokehouse in Brierfield. Visitors will be able to watch Naem showcase his expertise with a live smoked brisket demonstration while sharing the techniques and passion behind authentic barbecue cooking.

Alongside the celebrity chefs, visitors can explore food, drink and craft stalls, discover new flavours, enjoy live entertainment, and soak up the fantastic festival atmosphere.

Whether you're a dedicated foodie or simply looking for a great day out with family and friends, the Nelson Food and Drink Festival is not to be missed.

Event Pricing Information

Free event.

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