Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2025 preview

Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns with a bumper-sized portion of what you’ve come to expect and more vendors than ever

If there’s one things that’s universal in this increasingly fractious world, it’s that there’s nothing better than some good grub. In recent years, Renfrewshire has increasingly become a stronghold of brilliant eateries, serving up cuisine of all kinds. 

However, the crown jewel in this burgeoning scene might be Paisley Food and Drink Festival.

One of the largest of its kind in the country, the free to attend two-day event returns on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th April in Abbey Close and Bridge Street in Paisley town centre.

This year’s festival has been supported by funding from EventScotland which will allow this year’s event to take place over a larger area than in previous years, expanding out onto Bridge Street and Bridge Street car park to offer plenty more foodie options for visitors to enjoy.

Back by popular demand this year is the Renfrewshire CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) Beer Tent which will be located on Bridge Street for visitors to sample some of the finest ales and craft beers sourced from across Scotland. 

What’s more, those heading to the food and drink festival will have a greater array of choice than ever before, with more than 50 traders and vendors showcasing their expertise to the public with options for a range of dietary requirements catered for as well as some extensive kids menu options. 

Alongside a whole host of visiting guests, this year will see more Renfrewshire local businesses taking part than ever before. Among them is Two Towns Down, who will have a bar in Abbey Close, new pizza establishment The Big Slice, recently opened café Upper East Side and The Bungalow.

The Keg will also have a bar tent in Abbey Close with a brilliant assortment of bands playing live music and to keep the energy high even after your fourth meal of the day.

If you’re looking for a more serene experience, you can hang out at The Brew Hub tented area on the grass at Cotton Street. 

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In terms of returning festival favourites, this year will play host to the likes of ice-cream and churro bar, Loop and Scoop, Scozzese Wood Fired Pizza, Lemon Squeezy and The Fries Guys.

 Meanwhile, the Fizzbuzz prosecco van and Caribbean bar Rum Shack are sure to offer a tasty tipple for the grown-up crowd. 

The event will also showcase an array of top-quality artisan food and drink products for you to purchase if you want to bring the taste of Paisley Food and Drink Festival home with you.

Helping to create that jovial festival vibe, The Bungalow will keep the crowds entertained with a range of live music planned across both days. 

Paisley Food and Drink Festival is known as a great family event and this year is no different. There will be plenty to keep the kids entertained with inflatable play areas, giant games stations, face painting, workshops and street performances while you relax on the deck chairs by the river.

The festival really does have the feel of the ultimate family picnic, not to mention all the ingredients for the perfect foodie day out!

Taking place between 4pm-10pm on its opening night and from 12pm-9pm on Saturday, there is sure to be something to whet everyone’s palate at Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2025.

To find out more about Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2025, please visit the website.