ireland's Premier food Festival

The Ballymaloe Festival of Food is a celebration dedicated to the journey of exceptional cuisine from the soil and sea to your plate. This exciting weekend includes an array of engaging activities designed to inspire and educate food enthusiasts of all ages.

World-class chefs from Ireland and beyond visited East Cork in 2025 to share delicious recipes with festival-goers. Stay tuned as we release recorded cookery demonstrations on our YouTube channel as we countdown to the 2026 Ballymaloe Festival of Food.


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a DELICIOUS weekend

This three-day festival is jam-packed with activities and meals for food and sustainability lovers. We celebrate everyone in the supply chain who works tirelessly to produce quality ingredients, and those who transform local ingredients into delicious meals.

We have pop-up dining experiences taking place over the weekend in our unique venues: a converted shed, a garden pavilion and in Ballymaloe House.

Enhance your knowledge through a series of talks and workshops, where industry experts will delve into various aspects of food production, sustainability and culinary techniques. For those seeking a more immersive experience, guided tours and scenic walks will provide a deeper understanding of the region's rich agricultural heritage.

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Darina Allen talks to Ballymaloe's Head Chef

Live Stream Tickets

Don't miss out on the excitement! Access our live stream of the main cookery demo stages for the entire weekend by registering below.

Live Stream Tickets on sale March 2026

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Entry Tickets for 2026 On Sale December 1st

Included in your entry ticket is access to all Cooking Demonstrations, Drinks Theatre, Butter Club Stage, Change We Must, Scoop & a Yarn, Walks & Talks, LEO Producers area, Big Shed & more.

  • Friday €25
  • Saturday €45
  • Sunday €35
  • Weekend pass €85
  • Children under 12 go free

Some workshops and tours are ticketed separately. Festival dining experiences, workshops and more are available as add-ons to your entry ticket price. Prices vary.

Festival Hours:

  • Friday 15th, 4:30pm - late
  • Saturday 16th, 9:30am - late
  • Sunday 17th, 9:30am -5pm
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Food, Drink & Craft Emporium

Sponsored by the Local Enterprise Office, South Cork

We are delighted to have an exceptional list of Irish Food, Drink, Craft and Garden Exhibitors at the Ballymaloe Festival of Food.

Our Food and Drink exhibitors are bursting with Ireland's finest artisanal producers, along with beautiful crafts and wonderful garden stalls. Be ready to be inspired and to take a little bit of the festival home with you.

There’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the weekend. Get your tickets today!  

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Darina Allen talks to Ballymaloe's Head Chef

Schedule of Events 2024

Friday 17th May 2024

Saturday 18th may 2024

Sunday 19th may 2024

Exhibitors Mayfair 2023

May 12th, 13th and 14th 2023

Friday 5pm to 10pm - Saturday 10am to 10pm - Sunday 10am to 5pm.

To receive an invite to apply for a stall please contact Bree@ballymaloe.com

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2025 Festival Partners