Over three unforgettable days, the Ballymaloe Festival of Food brought together chefs, growers, producers and food lovers from Ireland and beyond for a weekend filled with incredible food, inspiring conversations, music and community. Take a look back at some of our favourite moments from the 2026 festival and start planning for 2027.
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What a weekend we shared together at the Ballymaloe Festival of Food 2026.
Over three unforgettable days, the festival grounds came alive with incredible food, inspiring conversations, music, laughter and a wonderful sense of community. It was a true celebration of food, creativity and connection in the heart of East Cork.
Guests enjoyed live cooking demonstrations, workshops, tastings, talks and panel discussions with an incredible lineup of chefs, growers, producers, writers and changemakers from Ireland and beyond. Across the weekend, every corner of the festival buzzed with energy — from the food truck area and artisan producers in the Big Shed to intimate dining experiences, book signings and lively late-night gatherings.
Most importantly, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s festival so special. To the chefs, speakers, musicians, makers, volunteers, producers, partners and festival-goers — we couldn’t have done it without you.
Take a look back at some of our favourite moments from the weekend and relive the magic of the 2026 Ballymaloe Festival of Food.
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A huge thank you to all of our incredible partners and festival friends whose support helped bring this year’s festival to life.
Special thanks to our main partners: Kerrygold, Cully & Sully, Ballymaloe Foods, HexClad, Cork County Council, Fáilte Ireland, Poachers and Boatyard Distillery.
We’re also hugely grateful to Shines Seafood, Ummera, Valentia Island Vermouth, West Cork Distillers, Pure Cork, The Little Mill, Salt of Kinsale, Ireland's Ancient East, Strand Road Furniture, Goatsbridge Trout, Green Saffron, EZ Living Interiors, Two Shores, LXRY Ice and Pure Irish Ice for their generosity and support throughout the weekend.
Early Bird Tickets for the 2027 Ballymaloe Festival of Food are on sale now and available until June 20th.
Save the date: 14th–16th May 2027
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