Eat Festival
Highlights
- Savour award-winning oysters and seafood while enjoying stunning views of Merimbula Lake.
- Delight in prime cuts from local paddocks, showcasing the region's rich agricultural heritage.
- Settle in by the water and indulge in delicious offerings from local restaurants and cafes.
- Explore satellite events throughout the weekend, enhancing your culinary experience across the Sapphire Coast.
The Eat Merimbula Festival is the premium food festival of the Sapphire Coast NSW. Each year, the region comes together on the foreshore of Merimbula Lake to celebrate the local chefs, cooks and produce of the region.
The super-popular day celebrates local heroes with award-winning oysters and seafood, prime cuts from rich paddocks and sweet delights. Guests are encouraged to settle in by the water and savour something delicious from our stable of restaurants, bars and cafes.
In 2027, Sunday’s popular large gathering on Merimbula’s Fishpen will return, along with a host of satellite events featuring their towns and villages, too.
Partner events will run over the entire weekend and provide a richer and more delicious experience for visitors and locals alike. Keep checking in with the website as they head toward the big day.
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