Foodpreneurs Festival:
The ultimate mashup of food, founders and future opportunities.
Ready to grow your brand?
Unlock funding opportunities
Get your product in front of new stockists
Sharpen your retail strategy
Make new connections
Foodpreneurs Festival 2026 is guaranteed to be a high-energy experience packed with powerful activations to move the needle for your brand. Across two bold days, Day 1 kicks off with the BiteBack Awards & Party, followed by the full Festival takeover on Day 2.
BiteBack Awards
5pm – 8pm, Thursday, 21 May 2026
University of New South Wales, Sydney
We’re celebrating and recognising the change-makers in the food, drink and pet food packaged goods industry. Those who are:
- Biting back against outdated industry expectations
- Building bold businesses on their terms
- Championing progress, purpose, and pushing boundaries
This isn’t your typical awards night. It’s where fierce founders come together with industry specialists to raise a glass, share honest stories, network, and soak up the joy of being part of a movement that’s changing the packaged food and drink game.
And remember: conversations that happen here will not only stick with you, they’ll change the game of your business.
Foodpreneurs Festival
Registration from 8.30am, Friday, 22 May 2026
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Foodpreneurs Festival is your one-day business growth powerhouse – designed to fuel bold ideas, spark meaningful connections, and propel your brand forward.
It’s where sales opportunities, retail conversations, expert advice, and high-impact exposure collide under one buzzing roof.
- Pitch your products to retail buyers in the Pitch Hub
- Expand your network in Collaboration Corner
- Showcase your goods (and get seen!) at Stickybeak Station
- Hear hard-won insights and strategies that actually work in Workshops
- Secure funding or mentorship by pitching in the CPG Investor Hub
- Get a marketing consult by expert marketers in the Brand Story Studio.
- Wrap it all up with good chats, good people, and good drinks at Happy Hour
It’s not just a day at a festival, it’s a year’s worth of traction, packed into one unforgettable experience.
Got a question? Visit our FAQs page for the answers!
Want a sneak peak inside the Festival? Visit our How It All Works page for a preview!