Best Food Festivals in the USA 2026
Food-and-drink festivals celebrating regional flavors, harvests, and cuisines. We list 8,845 food festivals across 49 states for 2026, with the season peaking in July, September, August. Below are the highest-rated events nationwide — then browse by state.
Top-rated food festivals nationwide
5(13294)Columbus Fall Art and Craft Show
A craft fair in Hilliard.
5(480)Grand Rapids Artisan Jewelry Market
A craft fair in Grand Rapids.
5(451)Rosenberg Fall Gift Market
A craft fair in Rosenberg.
5(369)Lattes and Locals Harvest Market
This market will feature a curated selection of local makers, artists, and small businesses.
5(356)Tipton Holiday Boutique
Come start your holiday shopping done early.
5(314)New Braunfels Fall Gift Market
There will be over 130 vendors and crafters selling new, unique, and one-of-a-kind gifts Come shop local and support small businesses.
5(253)Gulf Coast Indoor Arts and Crafts Show
A craft fair in Fort Myers.
5(252)The Shop and Stroll Arts and Crafts Fair
It will feature local crafters and vendors, artisans, food trucks and vendors, and fun activities.
5(252)Fort Myers Fall Craft Fair
It will host an array of crafters and artisans selling a wide variety of items including Victorian, country, folk art, south-western, primitive, wood items, furniture, toys, bears, jewelry, dolls, clothing and accessories, homemade fudge, gift items, gourmet delights, food and much more.
5(244)Westland Health and Fitness Farmers Market
It will host a group of local farmers, plant vendors, local artisans, musicians, food vendors and more.
4.9(2362)Chattanooga Tasting Festival
Taste a bounty of delicious food options including American, Asian, Italian, African, Caribbean, Mexican, Cambodian, Indian, soulfood, vegan, BBQ, fish, and more.
5(157)The Fourth Street Festival of Arts and Crafts
It will host nearly 120 artisans from across the country who will showcase and sell their original works in various media.
5(151)Des Moines Fall Reptile Show
It will feature a wide range of reptiles, amphibians, turtles, exotic animals, snakes, lizards, and more.
4.9(1123)Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival
There will be over 50 talented artists showcasing and selling their fine artworks in various media such as glass, metal, jewelry, ceramics, wood, painting, and more.
4.9(1045)Frankenmuth Fall Gift, Food and Craft Show
A craft fair in Frankenmuth.
4.9(661)Hamilton Witches Market
You will find a wide variety of items in many categories such as metaphysical, oddities and curiosities, spiritual, magical practice related, plants, occult related and renaissance fair related items.
4.9(630)Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival
A craft fair in Ocean Springs.
4.9(579)Hoboken End of Summer Artisan Market
It will host about 60 vendors selling a curated collection of unique items in many categories such as candles, bath and body, cbd, food, clothing/apparel, jewelry, home goods, art, photography, ceramics, pet productsknit/crochet, and more.
5(130)Katy Home Holiday Gift Market
There will be over 130 vendors and crafters selling their unique wares and amazing holiday gifts.
4.9(514)Silver Lake Apple and BBQ Festival
A craft fair in Mears.
5(119)In 15 daysBurklyn Summer Craft Fair
It will feature high-quality work by local artists, great entertainment, raffle, childrenÆs activities, food, and more.
4.9(370)In 16 daysColumbus Summer Art and Craft Show
It will host a rich assortment of artists and crafters selling original handmade items.
4.9(340)Cary Handmade Market
It will host more than 30 local artisans and crafters showcasing and selling a variety of wares.
4.9(331)Wheatland Music Festival
Enjoy live music performances on multiple stages.
5(104)Sugar Grove Fall Artisan Market
This market will feature local artisans and makers, food and drinks, great entertainment, family friendly fun and more.
5(104)Sugar Grove Holiday Artisan Market
A craft fair in Sugar Grove.
4.9(288)In 13 daysBlue Ox Music Festival
It will feature a great lineup of artists and bands in the genres of bluegrass, country, southern rock, jam, alternative and more.
4.9(277)Atlanta World Oddities Expo
A craft fair in Atlanta.
4.9(239)In 8 daysDelphi Summer Outdoor Market
Come shop small and support local businesses and community.
4.9(239)Delphi Midsummer Outdoor Market
Come shop small and support local businesses and community.
Food Festivals by state
Frequently asked questions
How many food festivals are there in the USA in 2026?
Festivals & Fairs USA lists 8,845 food festivals across 49 states for the 2026 season.
When is the best time for food festivals?
Nationally, food festivals peak in July, September, August — though you'll find events in most months somewhere in the country.
What is the most popular among food festivals?
By Google reviews, The Times Square Summer Fair in New York, New York is among the most popular — 4.7★ from 243,818 reviews.
Which states have the most food festivals?
Texas (665), Ohio (548), Florida (516), New York (483), California (450) lead the country for food festivals in our directory.
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