Whitehead Food & Folk Fest

What to Expect

The Whitehead Food & Folk Fest is an annual summer event at the Castleview Road Recreation Grounds in the coastal town of Whitehead. The day features local food producers and artisan stalls, a beer and cider tent, and live folk music performances. It is a free, family-friendly event with activities for children. Translink summer travel discounts are available for the day. The exact 2026 date is to be confirmed - the festival typically falls on a Saturday in August and has previously taken place on 9 August.

Good to Know

• Annual August Saturday; exact 2026 date to be confirmed - check the Mid & East Antrim events page

• Castleview Road Recreation Grounds, Whitehead, Co. Antrim

• Free entry; food, beer and cider available to purchase on the day

• Translink summer travel discount available - check translink.co.uk

Getting There

Whitehead is on the Belfast to Larne rail line; Whitehead station is a short walk from the recreation grounds.