Vegan Festivals, Events, & Expos Worth Traveling to in 2026
If you’re a veteran vegan, you probably remember when the thought of a fully vegan event (or even a vegan-friendly one) was laughable!
Thankfully, those days are long gone!
Today, it’s not uncommon to hear about Vegfests and meetups popping up in rural towns or giant vegan expos taking over huge venues like the London Olympia or Javits Center in NYC!
Attending vegan festivals or expos is not only an excellent opportunity to eat your heart out, but also a great way to meet new people (we can all use more veggie friends, am I right?) or promote your own products. But the real icing on the cake is when you can plan to attend one of these all-star events with traveling to a new city that you’ve always wanted to check out — that’s the best vegan adventure in my book!
So, before you start making your travel plans, you’ll want to check out this lineup of fantastic vegan festivals, events, and expos around the globe taking place through 2025!
Vegan Street Fair
When: Monthly events.
Where: Los Angeles
Tickets: FREE!
This fantastic vegan and family-friendly event features a literal ton of vegan food vendors — make sure you come very hungry! The good news is that all of the vendors offer small portions for $4 or less, so you can accomplish a lot of eating! On top of food, you’ll also find clothing, personal care products, and more.
Vegan Block Party
When: February 7, 2026
Where: Fort Lauderdale, Esplanade Park
Tickets: $10 (kids 10 and under are free)
Get ready for a fun summer vegan BBQ party and a vegan fall festival in South Florida! These two epic events will feature loads of food trucks and food vendors, plus live music, workshops, a kid zone, and beer! Everyone is welcome whether you’re a vegan or just veg-curious!
SEED Food & Wine Festival
When: TBD
Where: Austin/Miami
Tickets: $25 +
The former Miami-based event has decided to take its week long food adventure on the road to Austin, Texas for 2025! You can participate in an epic burger battle throughout the week, listen to inspiring speakers, enjoy brunch and yoga, and much more. In addition to the festival, Miami also has a stellar vegan food scene — if you’re looking for a reason to get out of the cold, this is it!
VegFest Michigan
When: June 7, 2026
Where: Detroit’s Eastern Market
Tickets: FREE
Could I really leave my hometown off this list?! VegMichigan has been growing this fabulous festival and 2023 looks to be even bigger and better! Visitors can shop and eat till they drop from over a 100 cruelty-free vendors. Another bonus, Detroit’s Eastern Market is also a can’t miss activity when you’re in town.
Vegan Summerfest
When: July 8 to 12, 2026
Where: Johnstown, PA
Tickets: Pricing is dependent upon accommodations; you’re able to stay on campus at The University of Pittsburg at Johnstown, PA.
The Vegan Summerfest in Johnstown is an annual gathering that celebrates plant-based living and is an amazing educational vacation. The conference brings together world-renowned speakers to discuss all of the different elements of a vegan lifestyle. In addition to the talks there are also cooking classes, delicious food, morning walks, yoga, and more.
VegFest Colorado (Vegan Nights)
When: 2nd Thursday of the Month, April trhu October.
Where: Denver, CO
Tickets: Free
While there isn’t currently a scheduled Colorado VegFest, Denver’s vegan community is still thriving thanks to the monthly Vegan Nights market! This fun community event brings together a rotating lineup of vegan food trucks, bakers, and local vendors at Stick & Feather, along with free parking, outdoor space for picnics, and donation-based yoga from 6–7 PM. Be sure to check their website for other fun vegan events happening throughout the year, too! After the market, be sure to check out all of the amazing vegan restaurants in Denver, too!
Veggie Fest
When: August 8 & 9, 2026
Where: Danada South Park, Lisle, IL
Tickets: FREE
Come check out one of North America’s largest vegan foodie and wellness festivals, happening over two days! Here you’ll find a diverse array of cuisine — Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Mexican, and more. While enjoying the eats, you can check out cooking demonstrations, listen to expert speakers, take part in yoga classes (maybe after you eat), shop through countless vendors, and more! The event is approximately 30 minutes from the vibrant veggie scene in Chicago!
Black VegFest
When: August 8, 2026
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Tickets: FREE
This Brooklyn-based vegfest is celebrating its sixth year and seeks to tie Black liberation with animal rights and plant-based living. The event features over 40 Black and BIPOC vegan vendors with everything from food to art.
VegTO Fest
When: Not scheduled for 2026. Stay tuned for updates on a possible 2027 return.
Where: Toronto, Ontario
Tickets: FREE
The Toronto Vegetarian Association organizes this two day festival that brings together over 200 exhibitors offering a variety of vegan foods, products, and other plant-based wonders! The festival is free to attend and includes a range of activities such as workshops, cooking demonstrations, talks, book signings, and panel discussions.
Boston Veg Food Fest
When: October 17 & 18, 2026
Where: Boston, Massachusetts
Tickets: FREE
This lively two-day event features an impressive array of vendors showcasing delicious vegan foods, from indulgent treats to wholesome meals, alongside eco-friendly products and cruelty-free goods. You can sample new flavors, meet innovative food creators, and learn from inspiring speakers who share insights on topics like nutrition, sustainability, and animal welfare.
Circle V Portland
When: September 20, 2026
Where: Portland, OR
Tickets: Tickets launch in mid July ($125 aprox)
This inaugural chef-focused is a can’t miss for any vegan foodie! The event will feature the top vegan spots in Portland who will team up to create innovate, never tasted before dishes, and there will be an amazing vegan grazing board created by Vtopian Artisan Cheese. In addition to food, Oregon’s best alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage producer’s will be featured. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to nonprofit partners, Growing Gardens and Urban Gleaners.
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Vegan & Vegan-Friendly Expos in the US & Canada
Natural Products Expo West
When: March 3 – 6, 2026
Where: Anaheim, CA
Tickets: varies for exhibitors vs. attendees
This vegan-friendly expo focuses on the growing market of natural foods and products. Whether you’re looking to check out new products or have a product you want to get in front of a new audience, this is a fabulous expo.
The Animal & Vegan Advocacy Summit (AVA)
When: May 21 – 24, 2026
Where: Canada (there are also events in Asia and South America)
Tickets: varies for exhibitors vs. attendees
The event is designed to empower advocates and organizations to enhance their impact through knowledge-sharing, networking, and exploring innovative strategies for creating systemic change. The summit covers topics such as effective advocacy techniques, food systems change, and social justice. The summit brings together over 800 advocates and activists from around the globe.
Vegan Festivals & Events in Europe in 2026
Veggie World
When: throughout the year (see website for exact dates for each city)
Where: Hamburg, Dusseldorf, & Munich
Tickets: tickets vary based on location
If you’re planning on visiting any of those cities, you don’t want to miss Europe’s largest vegan trade fair while you’re there! These vegan events seek to show that a vegan lifestyle is not only sustainable and ethical, but also fun! You can check out meat alternatives, sweets, cheeses, clothing, cosmetics, and more.
The Allergy & Free From Show
When: May 9-10, 2026
Where: Birmingham, UK
Tickets: FREE
This unique even features a full vegan and vegetarian section to their show to ensure that participants can easily find and explore all of the new products and companies. The event also features vegan speakers like BOSH! founders, philanthropist, activist and world-record holding athlete Heather Mills, & more.
Vegan Camp Out
When: August 14 – 17, 2026
Where: Bygrave Woods, Hertforshire, UK
Tickets: £65+
If you love camping and all things vegan, this event is for you! Vegan Camp Out is the world’s largest vegan camping festival drawing people from 40 countries (you’re bound to make a new friend or two)! Aside from camping, you’ll also enjoy live music, yoga, meditation, workshops, and some of the best vegan food in the UK!
Vegfest UK
When: April 25, 2026
Where: Birmingham
Tickets: £6+
These are some of the largest vegan events in the UK! The events feature over 200 exhibitors, 100 speakers, and over 10,000 attendees. This is an excellent opportunity if you have a business or if you’re an individual and want to check out a ton of vegan products and services.
Don’t miss my lineup of vegan-friendly hotels in London before you go!
Vegan Fest Catalunya
When: September 19–20, 2026
Where: Terrassa, Spain (30 minutes west of Barcelona)
Tickets: FREE
This massive outdoor vegan festival is coming back in 2023 to take over the beautiful Vallparadís Park with all things vegan and eco-friendly! The three day event is packed with interesting speakers, cooking demos, food trucks, music, and more. Last year, over 26,000 people attended, making them one of the largest vegan festivals in Europe!
Vegan Expos in Europe, Asia, & Africa
The New Food Conference
When: August 25, 2026
Where: Frankfurt, Germany
Tickets: €199 +
Hear the ways in which the global food industry is changing from international food experts, scientists, policy makers, and other stakeholders in the alternative-protein sector.
The Plant Powered Show
When: May 29 – 31 & September 18 – 20, 2026
Where: Cape Town & Johannesburg, South Africa
Tickets: Approximately $10+
You’ll find everything you need to live more consciously and cruelty-free at these plant-powered events! Over two days, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from top chefs, mixologists, and wellness experts, while enjoying a massive marketplace filled with food and drinks! While you’re in South Africa, be sure to check out all of the amazing vegan spots in Cape Town!
Korean Vegan Fair Seoul
When: JULY 16-18, 2026
Where: Seoul, South Korea
Don’t miss my favorite vegan restaurants in Seoul if you go!
Vegan Gourmet Festival
When: Bi-Annual Spring/Autumn. Next events are October 4th and 11th.
Where: Nagoya, Kyoto and Tokyo
If you’re in Japan, don’t miss the country’s biggest plant-based festival! It is generally held in the autumn and spring and features over 65 vegan vendors.
Vegetarian Festival Thailand (Nine Emperor Gods Festival)
When: October 10 to 18, 2026
Where: Phuket
Clad in white, devotees pay tribute to the Nine Emperor Gods through powerful and dramatic rituals, such as firewalking and, in some cases, elaborate body piercings. The festival is also marked by plant-based Chinese vegetarian cuisine enjoyed throughout the celebration.
Resources to Find More Vegan Events & Festivals Near You
Now, this is by no means an exhaustive list, just some of the big vegan festivals and expos around the globe. There are plenty of others that are worth checking out. For more help finding events, always check the websites or social media outlets for your local veggie-friendly organizations, as well as Happy Cow, The Vegan Society, and vegan media outlets.
More Vegan Travel Planning Help
If you’re thinking about visiting some of these cities, make sure you don’t miss these guides and articles to help you plan your adventure!
The Best Paris Vegan Travel Guide
The Ultimate Zurich Vegan Travel Guide
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The Best London Vegan Travel Guide
A Complete Vegan Travel Guide to Edinburgh
The Complete Chicago Vegan Travel Guide
How to Travel with Just a Carry-On
Thank you!
Hi Rebecca,
There’s also a free three-day fair in Portugal, where everything is vegan and environmentally friendly. It’s called FAVA – Algarve Environment and Vegan Fair, and it gathers more than 100 brands and offers over 50 activities and performances, catering to all ages and interests.
This year, FAVA will take place in Loulé – Algarve – from September 19 to 21.
More about at fava.pt/EN
Hope this info helps!
That sounds awesome, thanks for sharing!
Great list, Rebecca. Louisville has one that has been going on for several years as well. https://vegkentucky.org/vegfest
That’s awesome to know! Thank you for sharing!
it’s wonderful to see how the vegan movement and consciousness is growing. we are on the path to liberating our sister brother animals, our human family and the planet herself!
I agree! It’s amazing to see how far we’re come. Makes me excited for the future!
Hi there! VARC (Vegan and Animal Rights Conference enjoyed its second year in April, 2025. In my opinion it is Europe’s Premier Vegan/Animal Rights Conference and it’s set to return to Manchester UK in 2026! Please look into it and think about including it in your events for next year! 🙂
– Simon Naylor, Bologna, Italy
Sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Hello and thank you for the amazing article! Could you please add our Vegan Life Festival in Athens, Greece? Its a free entrance vegan event with thousant of visitors each year since 2016. Here is a video to catch the vibes: https://youtu.be/8e3TKPCB_Uk?si=3HOb0yKOVhReNafG .This year its on October 4th & 5th in Technopolis City of Athens.
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Hi, Rebecca! Great list, but Philadelphia VegFest should absolutely be included for 2026. We just had an amazing event, our fifth one, on June 14. Where may I submit the information Philly VegFest 2026. It’s happening on June 14, 2026, to be exact.
Thank you!
Richard Rogers
CVO & Director
Philadelphia VegFest
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