Top Food Festivals for June 2025

Victoria is a treasure trove of fine food and wine. See for yourself this winter at the top food festivals for June 2025.

The entire state is renowned for culinary delights, fine wine, artisanal beers and the best coffee. There’s no time like the cooler months to see and taste some of Melbourne’s incredibly diverse cuisine. Check out the top food festivals for June 2025.

food festivals

Winter Wine Weekend

Dates: Saturday 7 June – Monday 9 June

Location: Red Hill Recreation Reserve and Showground, 180 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill

Cost: $90.00 includes a Riedel wine tasting glass and all wine tastings

The three-day celebration has been held on the Queen’s (King’s) birthday long weekend since the 1980s.

Experience 40 Mornington Peninsula wineries exhibiting 120 premium wines in one place, highlighting the diversity in wines that represent the climate and terroir unique to the region.

This year’s winery line-up includes Avani Wines, Baillieu, Bittern Estate, Crittenden Wines, Elgee Park, Fenian Wines, Kerri Greens, Kyberd Hills, Lindenderry Estate, Mantons Creek Estate, Ocean Eight, Paringa Estate, Polperro, Rare Hare Wines, Sedgley & Son, Southern Light Vineyards, Stonier, Yabby Lake.

Food partners this year are SilkSpoon, Bigger Than Texas BBQ, Nomi Katsu and Brew Up Bar

https://morningtonpeninsulawine.com.au/winter-wine-weekend

Good Food and Wine Show

Dates: Friday 31 May – Sunday 1 June

Location: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

General admission from $44.95, Concession $39.95

Add-ons:

Cheese Lover – $89

Wine Lover – $89

Gin Lover – $89

VIP Lounge – $150

Enjoy live cooking demonstrations with Australia’s top chefs and indulge in a wide array of treats before exploring gourmet cheeses. Make your experience more immersive with add-ons, including a chocolate appreciation masterclass with Kirsten Tibballs, wine selectors wine and food tasting rooms, gin martini masterclass and entry into wine pavilions.

https://goodfoodshow.com.au/melbourne/

African Festival Melbourne

Date: Sunday 22 June, 10am – 4pm

Location: Queen Victoria Market, C & D Shed

Cost: No entry fee, free activities. Pay for food and beverages.

Indulge in a mouthwatering array of African dishes, prepared by passionate vendors eager to share their culinary heritage. From aromatic tagines and sizzling grilled meats to delicate pastries and refreshing drinks, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy the vibrancy of Africa through live music, dance performances, and cultural showcases. Watch talented artisans at work and take part in interactive workshops

Bring the kids along for engaging activities like face painting, drumming sessions, and storytelling.

https://www.foodietrails.com.au/events/african-festival-melbourne-2025

Loch Food and Wine Festival

Date: Sunday 8 June 2025, 10am to 3pm

Location: Loch Railway Station Reserve Via underpass in Speight St, Loch

Cost: Day tickets for adults including glass $20. Children 0-18 accompanied by an adult are free

Meet the people behind the wineries, breweries, produce and eateries of South Gippsland. Enjoy beer and wine tastings, local restaurant pop-ups, international food trucks and live music while wandering around the historical village.

http://visitsouthgippsland.com.au/event/2025-loch-village-food-wine-festival/

Don’t miss out on some amazing culinary experiences. Check out Melbourne Food Festivals for more details.