A FREE food and drink festival showcasing a range of local, national and international produce is coming to Salisbury next weekend.

Queen Elizabeth Gardens will host the festival from September 19 to 21 and brings a late summer blast of food-focused fun to the city.

The event, organised by Zoom Events and supported by Salisbury City Council, will also feature a street food court alfresco dining area, real ale bar, live music stage and children’s entertainment.

Visitors will be able to indulge in a range of freshly prepared hot foods from around the world as well as plenty of unusual groceries, handmade treats and tasty baked goods.

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The Famous Last Stand bars will be serving fine beverages including real ales and cider for those who fancy a tipple with their food.

A range of live music performances will also take place, with talented musicians including Lucas Hardy, Thrown Together and The Free Spirits Band all set to perform.

Live children’s entertainment including circus skills, balloon modelling and other activities will take place on the Saturday and Sunday alongside small fairground rides to help keep the kids entertained.

The Salisbury Food & Drink Festival will be open on Friday, September 19 from 12pm to 6pm, Saturday from 10am to 7pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

Further information about the Salisbury Food & Drink Festival can be found by visiting Salisbury Food & Drink Festival – Zoom Events.