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Cardiff Food & Drink Festival 2026

One of Cardiff’s signature summer events

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The Cardiff Food & Drink Festival is a popular annual event that celebrates the best of Welsh and international food and drink. Held in Cardiff Bay, the festival brings together street food traders, local producers, bars, and pop-up kitchens, alongside live music and entertainment.

Make the most of the Cardiff Food & Drink Festival by staying at Future Inn Cardiff. Perfect for food lovers, the hotel offers spacious bedrooms with large Canadian-style beds, free WiFi, and tea and coffee facilities to keep you refreshed between tastings. Guests also benefit from free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging points, making it easy to get around the city. Located in Cardiff Bay and close to the city centre, you’re ideally placed to enjoy the festival and continue exploring Cardiff’s vibrant food and drink scene. You can also sample delicious local produce at Thomas Restaurant & Bar, open for breakfast, lunch, a Taste of Wales afternoon tea, and dinner.

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Cardiff Bay Festival 2026

Taking place in June 2026 at Roald Dahl Plass (date to be confirmed)

The city’s original celebration of homegrown local produce and irresistible street food celebrates its return. The event promises to offer food lovers a mouth-watering experience with a spectacular spread. With over 100 food and drink stalls and live music.

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At the producer's fair, sample a vast array of food from local, national, and international producers. Chill out with live music on the water’s edge from the bandstand. Look out for a bounty of bakeries, artisanal ice creams, and beverages both brewed and distilled, not to mention cheeses, meats, and sweets. You’ll find a huge range of wines, beers, ciders, and spirits, plenty of preserves, sweet treats, and more.

Stroll through the street-food piazza and farmers market, and enjoy the sights, tastes, and smells of summer. All this takes place in Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay alongside the Wales Millennium Centre.

Food Festival Cardiff Tickets

Free entry

No ticket is needed.

Cardiff Bay Food Festival Opening Times

Friday - 12pm - 10pm

Saturday - 11am - 10pm

Sunday - 11am - 7pm

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Stay at Future Inn Cardiff

Future Inn Cardiff is a modern and comfortable hotel in the heart of Cardiff Bay, one of the city's most vibrant areas. The hotel is conveniently located near main access roads and public transportation, making it easy to explore the city. This well-appointed hotel offers a range of amenities, ensuring a pleasant and convenient stay. Alongside its excellent location, the hotel boasts spacious and airy bedrooms - all of which sleep up to four guests - that feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, a desk and workspace, and a laptop safe. Added comforts such as complimentary robes, tea and coffee-making facilities, and filtered water enhance the overall experience. Plus, home away from home services like the guest laundry room, ice buckets and wine glasses. There's also electric car charging and free parking, which are rare in such a central location.

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How To Get To The Food & Drink Festival

Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay is approximately a 9-minute walk from Future Inn Cardiff, with the quickest route cutting through the Red Dragon Centre.

Future Club Rewards

For additional benefits, you can join the Future Inns hotel loyalty program. Alongside a member's discount rate, for every £1 you spend on accommodation, you earn 1 reward point. You also get a complimentary drink voucher to redeem in the bar when you dine. Plus, you get double points when you eat in the restaurant. Points collected can then be used to upgrade your bedroom to a suite or a free night's stay. It's also completely free to join!

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Welsh Restaurant in Cardiff Bay

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Thomas Restaurant is a vibrant dining venue in the heart of Cardiff Bay that offers a memorable culinary experience. Known for serving locally sourced produce, the menu showcases a delightful range of British and Welsh dishes, ensuring that diners can enjoy an authentic taste of the region. From hearty breakfasts to leisurely lunches and indulgent dinners, it is ideal for both hotel guests and locals alike.

Additionally, the restaurant features an inviting bar area, perfect for enjoying a drink. In the summer months, take advantage of the outdoor terrace. A large selection of drinks is also available, including popular local brands Double Dragon from the Felinfoel Brewery, Penderyn Whiskey and Gin, and Barti Spiced rum. Naturally, there's a good choice of soft drinks, including refreshing fruit juices, tea, coffee, and mocktails.

If you are staying in the hotel, room service is available 24/7.

Reservations can be made on 02920 487111, by emailing thomas@futureinns.co.uk or online:

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