Upcoming Food Festivals for July
Whether you’re a serious foodie or just in it for some treats, Melbourne and Victoria have plenty of food events to check out. Here are a few favourite food festivals for July.
The Little Food Market
Date:17-19 July
Location: Royal Exhibition Building
Cost: The original $15. The taster $20. The passionate $45
The Little Food Market celebrates quality, originality, and the passion of Australian tastemakers. Featuring some of the country’s best producers and a range of interactive experiences, the event promises the intimate and opulent atmosphere it’s always been known for.
MOULD X Pinot Palooza
Date: 3-5 July
Location: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Cost:$59 plus booking fee
Australia’s biggest cheese and wine party is coming back in 2026! Get into a packed line-up of artisan cheeses and a generous pour of Pinot Noir, wines and side hustles, with producers pouring, chatting and keeping the good times rolling. Tastings are included with your ticket. Expect live entertainment, festival vibes and a few take-home goodies.
Bastille Day French Festival
Date: 11- 12 July
Location: Queen Victoria Market
Cost:Free admission. Masterclasses $10-50. Talks $10-15
The Bastille Day French Festival is a free, family-friendly event that brings a taste of France to the city. Visitors can explore French-Australian businesses, enjoy delicious French cuisine, watch live performers, and take part in Les Lumières talks, walking tours, and masterclasses!
East Gippsland Winter Festival
Date: 19 July
Location: 100 venues across East Gippsland
Cost: Depending on event, from $5-65 each
This month-long regional festival transforms far eastern Victoria into a destination for food lovers! Highlights include the iconic Nicholson River Trestle Bridge Long Lunch, lakeside igloo dining in Metung, fire-cooked events such as the Ember and Ales Feast at Sailor’s Grave, and a seafood boil in Paynesville.
- What is the biggest food show in Australia? foodpro returns in 2026 to the MCEC as Australia’s leading event for the food processing and manufacturing industry.
- Are there food industry trade events?Australia’s major food expos for 2026 cater to both industry professionals and food enthusiasts. The leading events scheduled include Fine Food Australia, Australia’s premier food, beverage, and hospitality trade event.
- What to take to a winter food festival?Prioritise lightweight layers, cold-weather comforts, and gear to transport your goodies. Pack a waterproof picnic blanket, an empty cooler bag for perishable purchases, and wet wipes to easily clean up sticky fingers.
Melbourne Food Festivals is a guide that is filled with all the information you’ll need about food festivals and food trucks all over Victoria. Check back with Melbourne Food Festivals regularly so you don’t miss out on some great eats!