Finding vegan events and festivals can be time-consuming. Many events claim to be "vegan-friendly" but still serve animal products, or may not be fully committed to vegan values. This page brings together the best vegan festivals and events across the UK – from major festivals to local meetups, all completely plant-based and celebrating the vegan community.
Below you'll find upcoming events organised by date. Use the search and filter options to find events near you. This calendar is regularly updated, so feel free to bookmark and check back for new additions.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 6 September 2025
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Join the Veganuary Outreach event in Aberdeen (Scotland) - 3 January 2026
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Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 15 February 2026
Join us for a vigil in remembrance and solidarity
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Please join us on April 18 for a protest against blood sport horse racing. We are arranging car shares — let us know if you can come. Click the link for more information.
Northern march as part of World Week for Animals In Labs 2026 - Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 12pm in Manchester. Meet at the Pankhurst Statue, St Peter’s Square, M1 4LX. See the post link for the latest details.
Saturday 25 April 2026, 10am – 7pm at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Edgbaston Rd, Birmingham B5 7QU.
On 25 April 2026, join a protest in London to mark World Day For Animals In Laboratories. Time: 11:00 - 02:00. Cost: FREE.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 9 May 2026
Parade For The Animals UK - Saturday 16 May 2026 in Bristol. Meet from 12pm at Queen Square, BS1 4LH. Join via the link for updates.
60+ stalls, workshops, and cookery demos at Deans Sport and Leisure - 30 May 2026
60 vegan stalls, talks, and workshops at Sound Church, Freedom House - 6 June 2026
The 16th edition of National Animal Rights Day - Official preparation for our NARD events are already underway with more information coming soon!
Saturday 20 June 2026, 10am – 6pm at Document, 30 Pennywell Rd, St Jude’s, Bristol BS5 0TH.
60+ stalls, world food, and workshops at Vivacity Bushfield Leisure Centre - 20 June 2026
80+ stalls, talks, and demos at Nottingham Wildcats Arena - 5 July 2026
Fri 10 Jul 2026 4:00 PM - Sun 12 Jul 2026 8:00 PM.
Saturday 11 July 2026 at 11:00.
80+ stalls, world food, and demos at Easterhouse Sports Centre - 12 July 2026
Grassroots festival of peace, love and unity — a family-friendly summer weekend of music, art and community at The Vegan Castle near Glastonbury, Somerset. Fri 24 – Sun 26 July 2026.
A magical weekend at Britain's first Farm Animal Sanctuary in Evesham — live music, vegan street food, wellness workshops, and 600+ rescued animals. Sat 25 – Sun 26 July 2026 (camping arrivals from Fri 24 July).
Parallel march in Manchester on 25 July 2026 for those who cannot reach the London event. Short march through the city centre from 11:30am to raise awareness of greyhound racing cruelty.
March in London on 25 July 2026 to mark 100 years of greyhound racing in the UK and call for an end to the industry. Gather at 11:30am for a 12:00pm start at 1 Knightrider Court, London EC4V 5BJ.
Information stalls from a wide variety of local environmental organisations in Shrewsbury town square — Saturday 1 August 2026.
Screening and outreach event in Glasgow with Animal Liberation Scotland — part of the Alliance of Cruelty Free Science, with an optional vigil. Saturday 1 August 2026.
Free entry to 50+ stalls of 100% vegan products at Maumbury Rings — outdoor grass venue with amphitheatre seating. Sunday 9 August 2026, 10am–4pm.
Vegan stalls, food and drink, handcrafted gifts, beauty products, and animal charities — hosted by Action for Greyhounds. Sunday 9 August 2026, 10am–4pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 10 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Five days of workshops, skill shares, and eco-animal liberation networking in the Peak District – 12 to 17 August 2026. Vegan food provided.
Ireland's vegan music festival — live music, food, speakers, and wellness at Lisnavagh House - 14-16 August 2026
UK's Best Vegan Festival! 4 days of camping, music, food & community - 14-17 August 2026
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 17 August 2026, 12:30pm to 3pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 18 August 2026, 11:30am to 2:30pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 18 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 20 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Join the National Animal Rights March on Saturday 22 August 2026, 12:00 – 18:00. See the event page for the latest details.
The Vegan Fairs team brings their market to Green Park, Bath for the first time — street food, sweet treats, ethical fashion, zero-waste goods and more. Sunday 23 August 2026, 10am–3pm.
We The Free 3-minute movie challenge street outreach – watch a short film and receive a free vegan treat. Sunday 23 August 2026, 12pm at The Grafton, Fitzroy Street.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 24 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 24 August 2026, 12pm to 2:30pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 24 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 24 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 24 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
100% vegan festival over the August bank holiday — music, food, talks, workshops and community at Gilwell Park Scout Camp. Fri 28 Aug 9am – Mon 31 Aug 1pm.
We The Free 3-minute movie challenge street outreach – watch a short film and receive a free vegan treat. Saturday 29 August 2026, 12pm at Above Bar Street.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 31 August 2026, 11am to 3pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 31 August 2026, 11:30am to 2:30pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 31 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 31 August 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 31 August 2026, 11am to 1:30pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 3 September 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 4 September 2026, 11am to 2pm.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 5 September 2026
Demonstration at the Charles River animal testing facility in Tranent, East Lothian — organised by Animal Liberation Scotland. Saturday 12 September 2026.
Save the Dogs UK solidarity march from the Brown Dog Memorial in Battersea Park to Parliament — walking with the US March to Abolish Animal Testing. Assemble 10am.
Monthly vegan market at Sherwood United Reformed Church — plant-based food, treats and makers. Saturday 12 September 2026, 10am–2:30pm.
50+ stalls at The Brick Community Stadium - 13 September 2026
80+ stalls celebrating ethical, animal-friendly living at Bolton Masonic Hall — food, beauty, clothing and workshops. Sunday 13 September 2026, 10:30am–4:30pm.
Vegan Fairs brings its market to Christchurch Town Quay for the first time — street food, sweet bakes, ethical fashion, cruelty-free skincare and charities. Sunday 13 September 2026, 10am–4pm. Free entry.
Sparkle Vegan Events' annual flagship festival in Reading town centre — 2,500+ visitors, fully vegan stalls, speakers and charity support. Saturday 19 September 2026, 11am–4pm.
Vegan Market Co takes over Solihull High Street with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 19 September 2026, 10:30am–6pm. Free entry.
Vegan Fairs takes over Fore Street with 20+ plant-based stalls — street food, deli, ethical clothing, cruelty-free cosmetics and charities. Saturday 19 September 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Vegan Fairs returns to Cirencester Market Place for a day of plant-based food, ethical makers and cruelty-free goods. Sunday 20 September 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Free vegan hotdogs and street outreach as part of Viva!'s summer tour – 21 September 2026, 12pm to 3pm.
Three days of trainings, workshops and campaign updates for the UK's grassroots animal liberation movement — free to apply, camping on site, capped at 200 people. 25–27 September 2026.
Vegan Fairs returns to Corn Square with street food, sweet treats, vegan cheese, arts and crafts, charities and outreach. Saturday 26 September 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Vegan Market Co takes over Parker's Piece with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 26 September 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Walk from Huntingdon station to the gates of MBR Acres as the US march arrives at Marshall BioResources — same company, same day, both sides of the Atlantic. Assemble 1pm.
50+ stalls, world food, and workshops at Verve, Leek Road - 27 September 2026
Vegan Market Co takes over Town Hall Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Sunday 27 September 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Fun dog show at the sanctuary with classes for all, supported by Wight Agility Group — a family day out with the donkeys. Sunday 27 September 2026.
60+ stalls, world food, and workshops at Unity Hall - 3 October 2026
Vegan Market Co takes over Market Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 3 October 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Spooky half-term fun at the donkey sanctuary — activities for families across October half term. 19 October – 1 November 2026.
Monthly vegan market at Sherwood United Reformed Church — plant-based food, treats and makers. Saturday 10 October 2026, 10am–2:30pm.
Vegan Market Co takes over Stonehills Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 10 October 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Vegan Fairs' last Gloucestershire event of the year on The Promenade — street food, bakes, ethical fashion and cruelty-free goods. Sunday 11 October 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
London's biggest vegan weekend — 200+ exhibitors, food court, talks and demos at Alexandra Palace - 16-18 October 2026
80 stalls filling Lagoon Leisure Centre in Paisley - 17 October 2026
Indoor Vegan Fairs return at Clevedon Community Centre — indie vegan food, makers and cruelty-free goods under one roof. Saturday 17 October 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Join North East Animal Rights and the Anti-Vivisection Alliance talking to the public about animal experiments. Saturday 17 October 2026, 10:30am–12:30pm.
Cruelty-free street food, artisan products, beauty and sustainable brands at Secret Space Digbeth. Sunday 18 October 2026, 11am–4pm.
Vegan Market Co takes over Lichfield Market Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Sunday 18 October 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Vegan Market Co takes over Cathedral Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 24 October 2026, 10:30am–4:30pm. Free entry.
Vegan Fairs' final Wiltshire event of the year at Guildhall Square — plant-based food, makers and cruelty-free goods. Sunday 25 October 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
We The Free 3-minute movie challenge — invite the public to watch a short film on animal agriculture and receive a free vegan treat. Sunday 25 October 2026, 11:30am–3pm.
Halloween at The Farm Animal Sanctuary, Evesham — ghost trail, games, costumes and time with 600+ rescued animals. Friday 30 & Saturday 31 October 2026, 11am–3pm.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 31 October 2026
Vegan Fairs' inaugural Aberystwyth market on World Vegan Day — local artisans, national brands, street food and cruelty-free goods. Sunday 1 November 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Vegan Market Co takes over St Peter's Street with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Sunday 1 November 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Protest at Labcorp Harrogate in memory of Barry Horne, with a vigil highlighting animal testing and broken political promises on vivisection. Thursday 5 November 2026, 11:30am–4:30pm.
Saturday 7 November 2026, 11am – 6pm at Hilton Metropole, Kings Rd, Brighton BN1 2FU.
Vegan Fairs returns to Alma Yard with street food, sweet treats, vegan cheese, zero-waste goods and crafts. Saturday 7 November 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Vegan Market Co takes over Guildhall Square with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Saturday 7 November 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 8 November 2026
Vegan Market Co takes over The Moor with street food, artisan bakers, ethical makers and charities. Sunday 8 November 2026, 10:30am–4pm. Free entry.
Meet your MP at Westminster with UK Voters for Animals to demand action on frankenchickens and farmed animal welfare. Tuesday 10 November 2026.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 14 November 2026
Monthly vegan market at Sherwood United Reformed Church — plant-based food, treats and makers. Saturday 14 November 2026, 10am–2:30pm.
Vegan Fairs early festive shopping in Newbury Market Place — plant-based food, makers and eco-friendly goods. Sunday 15 November 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Free Animal Freedom Network boot camp in Edinburgh — a full day of trainings, workshops and networking to grow local activism, with free vegan lunch and dinner. Spaces limited; apply to attend.
Festive evening at the Evesham sanctuary with craft stalls, Santa's grotto, live music, food and time with the rescued animals. Saturday 21 November 2026, 3–6pm.
Indoor winter special at the Cheese & Grain — festive food, eco gifts, demos, talks and kids' activities. Sunday 22 November 2026, 10am–3pm. Free entry.
Join The Vegan Events UK Movement - 28 November 2026
Saturday 5 December 2026, 10am – 6pm (TBC). Check the official VegfestUK page for updates.
Candlelight vigil remembering animals used in experiments at the University of Liverpool — 14,112 procedures in 2024. Thursday 10 December 2026, 6:30–8pm.
Festive vegan Christmas market with street food, sweet treats, unique gifts and artisan products — family friendly with free entry. Saturday 12 December 2026, 11am–3pm.
Monthly vegan market at Sherwood United Reformed Church — plant-based food, treats and makers. Saturday 12 December 2026, 10am–2:30pm.
80+ stalls, world food, and demos at York RI Sports Centre - 13 December 2026
Santa's grotto with the donkeys, live music and festive fun at the sanctuary. Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 December 2026.
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