Southern Food Festivals

Bring your appetite and best walking shoes because these food festivals won’t stop for anything! Discover the best chefs around and new cuisines. These events deliver unparalleled energy and beloved Southern fare.

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Tapas & Tinis

Celebrate 20 years of euphoria!

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Nashville PRIDE at 1 Hotel Nashville

Celebrate love of all kinds at Nashvilles exclusive PRIDE event

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Virginia Highlands Festival

A celebration of Appalachian history with a diverse collection of local eats, arts, and [...]

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June 21, 2025

The summer’s biggest food festival is back with art, live music, sports stars, delicious BBQ and free samples from dozens of top national brands.

May 29, 2025

Charleston Wine + Food is turning up the heat with the highly anticipated return of its Summer Sizzle series.

Tales of the Cocktail 2025
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Tales of the Cocktail 2025

New Orleans, Louisiana
July 20, 2025

Experience the inviting community that fosters creativity and growth within the cocktail industry at Tales of the Cocktail 2025

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Festival for the Eno 2025

Durham, North Carolina
July 04, 2025

Celebrate and preserve nature’s authentic beauty with local food and entertainment.

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July 25, 2025

Dine out in luxury along the Great River Road with renowned chefs and gourmet tastings in historic mansions.

Tapas & Tinis

Greenville, South Carolina
July 11, 2025

Celebrate 20 years of euphoria!

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July 25, 2025

A celebration of Appalachian history with a diverse collection of local eats, arts, and music.

FeastByTheField
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euphoria 2025

Greenville, South Carolina
September 18, 2025

Celebrate 20 years of euphoria!

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GrapeFest 2025

Grapevine, Texas
September 11, 2025

Immerse yourself in a world of luxury wine surrounded by good music and good people at GrapeFest 2025

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September 26, 2025

Get a taste of the vibrant, seaside Pensacola community

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September 11, 2025

Get a diverse taste of authentic Atlanta with over 200 celebrated chefs and 60 different tasting opportunities

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September 18, 2025

Celebrate the birthplace of cajun cuisine during Louisiana‘s best week of food and wine

October 04, 2025

The Southern Smoke Foundation makes impact across Houston with their largest park party yet.

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October 25, 2025

The Symposium is back to explore the diverse and changing food culture of Birmingham, Alabama

Salt and Smoke and Sound Festival 2025

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
October 18, 2025

Two beloved festivals merge to create an electric atmosphere of food, culture, and music.

October 22, 2025

Experience Texas Hill Country’s premier culinary and wine scenery at the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival.

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November 14, 2025

Explore Charleston presents world-class culinary experiences with the second annual Charleston Food + Wine Classic.

The Big Dill 2025 – The Worlds Largest Pickle Party

Baltimore, Maryland and Arlington, Texas
September 20, 2025

Don’t miss out on the most exciting and pickle flavored event of 2025

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Highlands Food and Wine Festival 2025

Highlands, North Carolina
November 13, 2025

Celebrate food, wine, and music unique to the beautiful Highlxands, NC

November 07, 2025

Get a chance to learn all the tips and tricks of the masters to turn your kitchen into a Michelin star restaurant

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2026 Bourbon Classic

Louisville, Kentucky
February 25, 2026

Experience a unique and all-encompassing Bourbon event for all enthusiasts alike

February 19, 2026

Don’t miss out on delicious food and perfect weather on the sands of South Beach, Miami

Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival 2026

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
February 22, 2026

Indulge in the enchanting scenery and tight knit community fostered by the 19th annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival