Be part of the Big Eat Guernsey!
More than 40 confirmed menus and events have been confirmed so far.
30 January 2026
Small islands, big flavour
Plans for The Big Eat Guernsey 2026 are well underway, with a growing programme of exciting events and month-long menus already confirmed. As the festival continues to build momentum, we’d love to encourage more industry partners to take part.
Launching in April 2026, with a return in October, The Big Eat is a key opportunity to showcase Guernsey’s food and drink offering as part of a coordinated, high-profile campaign positioning the island as a leading foodie destination.
So far, there are more than 40 confirmed menus and events, many of which span multiple venues. We would love to add more!
Why participate?
- Be part of a growing festival with strong partner engagement and confirmed activity.
- Gain visibility through VisitGuernsey marketing, including increased prominence on our rebranded consumer website.
- Benefit from ongoing PR activity, including visiting food journalists and influencers plus a London-based media event.
- Feature on a dedicated festival website.
- It's completely free to take part!
- Benefit from strong media coverage already secured, with further exposure planned:
Tasty Destinations | Good to Go List 2026 - Wanderlust
First Look at The Big Eat Guernsey Food Festival 2026
Nationals want a piece of Big Eat Guernsey
The Big Eat Festival to celebrate Guernsey's culinary culture - BBC News
Help to promote The Big Eat...
Social media assets and logos are available to download (see below) to support your involvement in the festival.
What’s coming up:
- A Meta campaign promoting The Big Eat around key departure points.
- A short promotional film to share across your own channels.
- Further local coverage with the BBC and Guernsey Press.
- Collaborative projects with carriers to promote the festival further.
If you’re considering getting involved, or would like to discuss ideas for events, menus, or experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Please email borbala.halasz@gov.gg.
The Big Eat assets
Download these assets for promoting The Big Eat to your own audience.
