Australia’s food and wine scene is one of the best in the world, offering a mix of award-winning wineries, immersive food festivals and exclusive gourmet experiences. Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur, a fine dining enthusiast or simply a traveller seeking unique flavours, these must-attend food and wine events will take your tastebuds on a delightful flavour-filled journey.
Here’s Your Curated Guide to Australia’s Best Food and Wine Festivals
ECHO Festival
(14-16 March 2025, Tasmania)
ECHO Festival is one of Tasmania’s most unique food, wine and cultural experiences, blending culture, music and gastronomy in a multi-sensory celebration of the Tasmanian lifestyle.
Nestled among ancient forests and stunning coastal landscapes, this boutique festival focuses on local ingredients, seafood and heritage wines, served alongside flame-cooked feasts and magical dining experiences. Highlights include immersive food and music pairings, masterclasses with winemakers and interactive workshops on indigenous ingredients.
For travellers seeking a deeper connection to their food and surroundings, ECHO Festival is the perfect way to explore Tasmanian delicacies.
Barossa Vintage Festival
(23-27 April 2025, Barossa Valley, South Australia)
A celebration of heritage, winemaking and local produce, Barossa Vintage Festival features a series of events in Barossa from long-table lunches in vineyards to exclusive tastings of vintage wines, live performances and so much more.
Tasting Australia
(2-11 May 2025, Adelaide)
More than just a food festival, Tasting Australia is an immersive culinary adventure showcasing the best of Australian produce, talent and culinary innovation. The festival’s exclusive chef collaborations, intimate masterclasses and multi-course degustations offer a rare chance to experience fine dining in some of the country’s most stunning settings.
Highlights include fine dining experiences throughout Adelaide, an oyster and champagne cruise along the Adelaide coastline and open-flame cooking experiences where top chefs create extraordinary meals over open flames. Whether you prefer sipping a fine wine or indulging in an immersive three-hour progressive dining experience, Tasting Australia is a must for food lovers.
Noosa Eat and Drink Festival
(29 May – 1 June 2025, Noosa, Queensland)
Few places blend coastal beauty with culinary experiences like Noosa. The Noosa Eat and Drink Festival is a celebration of fine food, boutique wines and beachside luxury, bringing together celebrity chefs, exclusive tastings and live entertainment along one of Australia’s most scenic coastlines.
Indulge in long waterfront lunches, hands-on cooking masterclasses and VIP wine-tasting sessions or enjoy private dining experiences where top chefs craft bespoke menus using the freshest local produce.
Gutsy Kangaroo Island
(6-8 June 2025, Kangaroo Island, South Australia)
Kangaroo Island is a true Australian paradise. The Gutsy Festival celebrates the bold, rugged and uniquely Australian approach to food and drink.
You can expect ocean-fresh seafood and small-batch wines, handcrafted spirits and locally foraged ingredients. Experiences include feasting on freshly caught oysters, sampling wines at the opening of the newly renovated Bay of Shoals Winery, sunset steak Soirée, a barrel bonfire, three course winter feast and of course, the after party with live music.
Scenic Rim’s Winter Harvest Festival
(28 June 2025, Kalbar, Queensland)
For a true paddock-to-plate experience, the Scenic Rim Winter Harvest Festival is a must. This festival celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of Queensland’s Scenic Rim, bringing together local farmers, artisan producers and renowned chefs for a weekend of feasts.
Expect farm-fresh produce markets, cooking demonstrations and hands-on food experiences, from cheese-making workshops to learning how to grow and harvest your own mushrooms. For those wanting a true taste of the region, book an exclusive farm-stay experience or join a private food safari, visiting culinary gems across the Scenic Rim.
Hunter Valley Wine & Beer Festival
(12 July 2025, Lovedale)
Set in the heart of one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions, the Hunter Valley Wine & Beer Festival is a showcase of award-winning wineries, boutique breweries and local gourmet food vendors.
Expect an extensive array of local wine, spirits, beer, cider and gourmet food on offer with live music and family friendly activities to keep the whole family entertained.
Good Food & Wine Show
(Various dates & locations – Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane)
One of Australia’s biggest food and wine showcases, the Good Food & Wine Show features live cooking demonstrations, hands-on masterclasses and premium wine tastings with some of the country’s top chefs and sommeliers.
Plan Your Culinary Journey Through Australia
Whether you’re indulging in a beachside feast in Noosa, sipping aged Shiraz in the Barossa or foraging for ingredients in Tasmania, Australia’s best food and wine festivals offer some of the most exclusive and immersive gourmet experiences in the world.
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