Shoal Bay Food & Wine Festival

Get ready to indulge your senses at the inaugural Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival, a mouthwatering celebration of some of the region's food, wine, craft beer, and spirits.

This exciting event will transform Shoal Bay Road and the stunning foreshore into a vibrant alfresco dining precinct, showcasing the region's food and beverage scene. Enjoy live music, and activities for all ages as you soak up the relaxed atmosphere

Date:
Saturday 1 March, 2025
Time:
3pm to 9pm
Location: Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay

Plan your trip

Free Shuttle Bus

We have free shuttle buses running throughout the afternoon and evening to help you get to and from the festival, running between Shoal Bay, Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay. Click here for the shuttle bus timetable

Taxi

Alternatively, call Diggers Taxis on 02 40327999, or for larger groups (up to 11), call Lucky Dog Tours on 0439 155 845

Accommodation

Make this festival an amazing weekend experience in Port Stephens by booking your accommodation here.

Food and Wine

Shoal Bay Street DiningVisiting Food & WineEntertainment
  • Shoal Bay Country Club
  • Atmos
  • The Café
  • Mediterranean Kings Kebabs
  • Scoop n Roll
  • Giannis
  • Mod Thai
  • The Game’o Bistro
  • Zenith Café, Restaurant and Bar
  • The Lolly Bug
  • Rick Stein (Bannisters)
  • Restaurant 2317
  • The Poyer's
  • Tynan Wines
  • Peter Drayton Wines
  • Bonvilla Estate
  • Night Merchant Distillery
  • Pants Off Gin Distillery
  • Binnorie Dairy
  • Goose on the Loose
  • Two Bobs
  • Greek at the Beach
  • MC: Jess Farchione
  • Bands: Sneaky Freakers and Soundabout
  • Chalk art
  • DJ Stage
  • Kids games
  • Bay Cooking School demonstration

Festival Social Story

We're committed to making the Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our social story provides a step-by-step guide to the festival experience, designed to help individuals with sensory sensitivities or those who would benefit from knowing what to expect.



This event is made possible thanks to funding from the NSW Government.

Date and Time

01 Mar 2025, 3:00 pm

Location

Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay

Have an amazing weekend experience in Port Stephens! Book your accommodation at portstephens.org.au/stay.