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Willen Lake Flavour Fest

Enjoy a two-day street food and family event this autumn!

Flavour Fest: Autumn Edition

Sat 24 Oct 2026

11:00 AM - 17:00 PM

Suitable for all ages

Free entry

Willen Lake's Flavour Fest returns for 2026! The autumn edition, taking place on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October, is the final of a series of three events this year.

Vendor line-up includes:

Willie’s Garden Kitchen - Burgers
Lime Face - Malaysian Cuisine
Home Farm MK - Honey
Punjabi Shack - Punjabi Cuisine
The Mac Daddy - Grilled Cheese & Soup
The Melting Shack - Sweets & Waffles
The Yorkie Wrap Co. - Roast Dinner Wraps
Moorend Road Distillery - Gin and Liquers
Sustainable Sauces - Sauces
Murphy’s Empawium - Dog Treats
Giggle & Glow Artistry - Face Painting

Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or a fun family day out, Flavour Fest offers something for everyone. The event is open to all, free of charge, and no booking is required.

Normal car parking charges apply. Plan your your visit on the Willen Lake website.

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