Sample Food Festival Returns to Bangalow for its 13th Annual Celebration of Northern NSW Flavours

Bangalow, NSW – Saturday 6 September 2025 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Food lovers, mark your calendars — the 13th Annual Sample Food Festival is set to return to the beautiful Bangalow Showground on Saturday 6 September 2025, promising another delicious day of regional flavours, creativity, and community celebration.

Running from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, this much-loved festival showcases the very best of the Northern Rivers food scene, drawing together local restaurants, producers, distillers, artisans, and chefs for a full day of tastings, demonstrations, live music, and family fun. With a well-earned reputation for being one of the region’s premier culinary events, Sample is as much a community gathering as it is a gourmet adventure.

What to Expect

Festivalgoers can sample signature dishes from top local restaurants at affordable prices, browse a bustling marketplace of regional produce and handmade goods, and enjoy a range of interactive experiences from cooking classes to chef talks.

This year’s event continues its strong family-friendly focus — with kids under 16 entering free, it’s a perfect day out for the whole family. Expect lawn games, entertainment, and a relaxed, welcoming vibe that captures the spirit of the Bangalow community.

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie, a curious traveller, or a local looking for a fun and flavourful Saturday, the Sample Food Festival is not to be missed.

Venue: Bangalow Showground, NSW
Date: Saturday, 6 September 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Entry: Kids under 16 free