If you’ve ever wandered a food festival wishing you had six stomachs instead of one, the Good Food & Wine Show was basically built for you. It’s Australia’s longest-running and most awarded consumer food event, and every year it turns a convention center into a wall-to-wall celebration of everything good to eat and drink. Think hundreds of stalls, sizzling demo stages, and enough tasting glasses clinking together to make a proper soundtrack.
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The good news for locals (and anyone planning a trip): the Perth edition of the show runs from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 July 2026 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, which instantly makes it one of the standout Perth events in July 2026. Western Australia has quietly built one of the country’s best food scenes — from Margaret River wine to the seafood coming straight off the coast — so it makes sense this show has become a fixture on the Perth food festival July 2026 calendar.
Event Details
Here’s the quick rundown so you can pencil it into your calendar (or set six alarms, no judgment):
| Dates | Friday 17 – Sunday 19 July 2026 |
| Venue | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC) |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm daily |
| Location | Perth, Western Australia |
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What to Expect at the Festival
Walk through the doors and you’ll quickly realise this isn’t a wander-and-nibble kind of event — it’s a full day (or three) of genuinely great food experiences. Here’s what’s on offer:
- 200+ food and beverage exhibitors — from boutique producers to household names, all set up to let you taste before you buy.
- Wine, beer and spirit tastings — including the Wine Pavilions and the Smooth FM Drinks Lab presented by RIEDEL, where you can sip your way through drops you’d never normally get to try side by side.
- Celebrity chef live cooking demonstrations at the Good Food Kitchen — pull up a seat and watch the pros work their magic (and pick up a trick or two for your own kitchen).
- Cheese Corner — a dedicated haven for anyone who thinks there’s no such thing as too much cheese. We don’t disagree.
- Gourmet street food at Good Eat Street — the kind of food-truck fare that makes queueing feel worthwhile.
- Interactive masterclasses like the Cheese Lover, Spirit Lover, and Riedel Wine Glass Experience sessions, plus the Wine Selectors Tasting Rooms — hands-on, guided, and genuinely educational.
- The chance to meet local producers and artisan brands face to face, hear their stories, and find out what’s actually going into the things you’re eating.
New Highlights for 2026
Every year the show adds a few new reasons to come back, and 2026 is no exception. Here’s what’s fresh:
- Bakers Alley — a brand-new precinct developed with the support of pastry royalty Kirsten Tibballs, bringing together some of Australia’s most exciting independent bakeries, each turning out an exclusive creation you’ll only find at the show.
- A new Cooking School — intimate, ticketed, hands-on sessions capped at 40 guests, where you cook alongside celebrity chefs including Kirsten Tibballs, Brendan Pang and George Georgievski.
- A stacked chef line-up — confirmed talent for 2026 includes Miguel Maestre, Kirsten Tibballs, Brendan Pang, Nat Thaipun, Vincent Yeow Lim, Jane de Graaff and George Georgievski.
- Expanded tastings and masterclasses across the Drinks Lab, Wine Selectors Tasting Rooms and Spirit Lover sessions, giving you even more ways to taste before you commit to a bottle.
Foodie fans of a certain BBC baking show should also keep an eye out: the Good Food & Wine Show has just announced a landmark partnership with BBC Studios to bring a world-first immersive Great Australian Bake Off experience to its Christmas Editions in Sydney and Melbourne later this year. It’s not part of the Perth show this July, but it’s a sign of how much bigger this event keeps getting — so watch this space for future editions.
Ticket Information
Ticket options are flexible enough to suit a solo scout mission or a full squad outing:
- General Admission (single day) — from $49.95, with entry to all 200+ exhibitors, the Good Food Kitchen, Good Eat Street, Cheese Corner and Wine Pavilions.
- Flexi Pass — from $54.95, letting you choose your day (Friday, Saturday or Sunday) and lock it in whenever suits.
- Multi Day Pass — from $99.95, the best value option, covering all three days plus a tasting glass.
- Friends & Family Bundle — bring five friends along for $249 total, a nice saving if you’re planning a group day out.
- Masterclass upgrades — add-on sessions like the Cheese Lover, Spirit Lover, Riedel Wine Glass Experience and the new Cooking School classes, each ticketed separately on top of general entry.
- Tasting glass — included with the Multi Day Pass, and available to purchase separately if you’re on a single-day ticket and planning to work your way through the Wine Pavilions.
Our honest tip: book early. The masterclasses and Cooking School sessions are capped for a reason, and the popular ones sell out well before the doors open. Visit https://goodfoodshow.com.au/perth-show-26/ for more information.
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Tips Before You Go
- Wear comfortable shoes — you’ll be on your feet for hours, and the PCEC floor is bigger than it looks on the map.
- Arrive early to beat the queues, especially if you’ve got your eye on a specific masterclass or demo.
- Bring a reusable shopping bag — you will end up buying things, and your arms will thank you.
- Use public transport where you can. Parking near the PCEC fills up fast on show days.
- Stay hydrated between tastings. Water stations exist for a reason, and your palate (and head) will hold up better for it.
FAQs
Is the festival family-friendly?
Yes — the show welcomes visitors of all ages, and there’s plenty for kids to enjoy alongside the tastings and demonstrations aimed at adults. Just keep in mind that wine, beer and spirit tastings are strictly for guests 18 and over.
Can I buy food and wine to take home?
Absolutely. Most exhibitors sell their products on-site, so it’s worth bringing that reusable bag — and maybe leaving a little extra room in the car for anything you fall in love with.
Are tickets available at the venue?
Tickets can typically be purchased on the day, but popular sessions and passes do sell out in advance, so booking online ahead of time is the safer bet.
Do I need a tasting glass?
If you’re planning to sample your way through the Wine Pavilions or Drinks Lab, yes — a tasting glass is essential. It’s included with the Multi Day Pass, or available to add on with other ticket types.
How long should I spend at the event?
Most visitors comfortably spend three to four hours exploring, though dedicated foodies often make a full day of it — especially if you’ve booked into a masterclass or the Cooking School.
