FeastyFest 2025 returned to Cheam Park on Saturday 13th September as a bigger, stronger event. Organisers proudly bill it as “the biggest food festival in Surrey today”
FeastyFest 2025 returned to Cheam Park on Saturday 13th September as a bigger, stronger event. Organisers proudly bill it as “the biggest food festival in Surrey today”, noting that attendance “has more than tripled in a few years” since its 2018 launch. In other words, the festival is clearly going from strength to strength: it still feels like a friendly local fête, but now on a much grander scale. The family focus remains intact – even headliners are chosen to be family-friendly – so parents, kids and even dogs all felt welcome on Saturday.
Saturday Highlights
Even a passing September shower couldn’t dampen the mood under the main stage lights. By late evening the crowd had gathered for Symphonic Ibiza to close out Saturday night. Earlier in the evening, classic rock tribute bands kept the crowd engaged; tribute sets rolled into each other with singalongs, just as scheduled.
Mid-afternoon featured the festival’s one real downpour – right during the Red Hot Tribute Peppers set. As sheets of rain fell, people pulled on ponchos and huddled under cover. Rather than leaving, the crowd sang and danced on, cheering the band through the storm. When the rain eased, spirits spiked: everyone was drenched but still in high spirits, sharing the moment. It was a reminder that FeastyFest veterans have become experts at weathering British festival weather – “rain or shine, we’re here to party.”
Meanwhile, the new Secret Stage kept the afternoon alive. From early afternoon onward a steady stream of DJs and live acts ran back-to-back sets. The effect was two simultaneous dancefloors – one at the main stage, one on the rise above it. During breaks from rock and pop, punters would scurry up to catch the bass-heavy beats, bouncing in circles under tree cover. The Secret Stage really added an extra element on top of the usual lineup, giving the Saturday a club-like energy that took attendees by surprise (in a good way).
All day long the free Artisan Market was another hub of activity. Stretching along the park’s edge, it drew in families and passers-by who might never have bought a festival ticket. By 11am the market stalls were busy – neighbours sampling pastries or handmade crafts. This “town fair” vibe was a big upgrade: people could taste festival food and browse artisanal goods before even stepping inside the main arena. It felt like a genuine open celebration of local food and crafts.
One of the standout features of Feastyfest is the sheer variety of food on offer. From sizzling street food stalls serving global flavours to local Surrey producers showcasing artisan treats, there was something for everyone. Families tucked into wood-fired pizzas and burgers, while others sampled everything from greek wraps to oriental bites to sweet bakes. Combined with craft beers and cocktail bars, the food scene made sure no one went hungry while enjoying the music.
By Saturday’s end, FeastyFest 2025 left a vibrant impression. The crowd – now dry and dancing – gave the departing acts a huge ovation. It’s clear the festival is going from strength to strength: between the expanded stages, smoother facilities, and community spirit, the event seems poised to grow even more. All told, Saturday’s mix of sunshine, showers, snacks and sounds felt like a triumph. FeastyFest remains a uniquely cheerful community day out – now with an unmistakable festival buzz – and Saturday 2025 was a great showcase of how far it has come.
Final Thoughts
In short, FeastyFest’s Saturday turned the usual summertime fair into a full-blown music-and-food festival experience. New features (Secret Stage, expanded market) truly leveled it up, and the crowd – young and old – never lost enthusiasm (even when the rain fell). With smoother organization and fresh surprises, the festival keeps improving year by year. Saturday 13th Sept 2025 proved that FeastyFest is not only surviving but thriving.
Published on 13 September 2025 by UKFG
