As well as traders selling their finest products, there will be competitions, workshops, demonstrations, music, trails and tours – plus much more.
The event which takes place across the historical city this September will of course celebrate and promote local (and regional) food and drink.
The festival which began in 1997 is expected to welcome around 400,000 visitors.
If you’re hoping to attend, here is everything you need to know about the York Food and Drink Festival – from opening times, traders and where to park.
How long is the York Food Festival? See all dates
Starting on Friday, September 20, the festival will run for 10 days and comes to an end on Sunday, September 29.
The festival market, bars, and demonstrations are located on Parliament Street and St Sampsons Square while events such as food factory, wine tastings, dinners and trails are city-wide, reports the York Food and Drink Festival website.
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