Sausage and Cider Fest
Similar to the travelling Ribfest in Canada and the US, this "fest" moves around the UK from February 28 to September 12 in England, Scotland and Wales.
East Coast Cider Festival, Halifax NS
May 16, 2026
Location: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 3J5 (map)
The festival will feature 19 cider makers from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, P.E.I. and Newfoundland.
Michigan Cider Fest, Grand Rapids, Michigan
May 16, 2026
Taste over 50 Michigan ciders! Event takes place at Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids. Also, there are many cideries in the area that can be visited for tastings. Stay at the Courtyard by Marriot Grand Rapids Downtown which is only a 3 minute walk from Rosa Parks Circle.
Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition, Grand Rapids, Michigan
May 17, 2026
On the final day of the competition the event is open to the public. A chance to try ciders from the US, Canada and around the world.
Royal Bath & West Show
May 28-30, 2026
Location: The Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN (map)
The Royal Bath and West Show is a renowned agricultural event that also plays host to the British Cider Championship. A selection of ciders will be available each day to show-goers.
Accommodations in Shepton Mallet: Maplestone; The Shubbery Hotel; The Horseshoe Inn; The Thatched Cottage Inn; and Middleton House.
Accommodations near Shepton Mallet: The Cross at Croscombe Hotel; The Pecking Mill Inn; and The Lion at West Pennard. I stayed at the Manor Hotel in Yeovil, 20 miles from the showgrounds; take the A37.
September 3-6, 2026
Location: Armage, Northern Ireland
Lots of events related to cider and food take place in and around Armagh. Cider tasting, orchard tours, cooking classes, and casual to fine dining in various local restaurants. Tickets are required for some events and should be purchased as early as possible because many sell out early.
