It begins on Friday, February 20 and runs until Sunday, February 22 and as part of the activities, the Rhubarb Food & Drink Trail is back.
In partnership with Wakefield BID, the trail will ensure the spotlight is on the city’s vibrant food and drink offer.
Coun Hannah Appleyard, Wakefield Council’s cabinet member for culture, leisure and sport, said: “I’m excited that the Rhubarb Food & Drink Trail is back for 2026.
"It’s a great opportunity for local businesses to get creative and invent rhubarb-themed menu items.
“With such a wide variety of food and drink to try, you can go back to your favourite places whilst discovering new spots as you work your way through the trail.”
Thomas Wales, chief executive of Wakefield BID, said: "It’s great to see so many venues getting involved and celebrating Wakefield’s unique rhubarb heritage in creative ways.”
Venues across Wakefield city centre will be offering delicious rhubarb-themed items throughout the festival weekend. From coffees to cocktails and pastries to pizzas, it’s a chance to discover some of your favourite bars, restaurants, and cafes.
Maps will be available at the festival showcasing participating venues and their rhubarb-themed offerings.
The Rhubarb Festival includes fringe activities by partners across the city.
From screen printing at The Art House to crafts at Wakefield Museum. The Hepworth Wakefield’s House of Makers showcase and live music with the Wakefield Music Collective – there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
For more venues taking part www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk
1. The Black Horse Wakefield
The Black Horse Wakefield. Special: Selection of rhubarb-based cocktails, including rhubarb sours, a rhubarb royale and a rhubarb mule. Find them at: 102-104 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1XR Photo: s
2. The Art House Coffee Shop
The Art House Coffee Shop. Special: The Rhubarb Lounge will transform the Tiled Gallery into a relaxed, family-friendly space with rhubarb-inspired drinks and sweet treats available. Find them at: The Art House, Drury Lane, Wakefield WF1 2TE Photo: s
3. Qubana
Qubana. Special: A rhubarb-inspired menu and cocktail selection featuring signature drinks like The Rhubi Gemstone and Orchard Monk. Explore dishes such as rhubarb bruschetta, panko chicken strips with pickled rhubarb ketchup, pancetta-wrapped pork fillet with roasted rhubarb, and sweet & sour rhubarb chicken. Desserts included a rhubarb crumble and lemon and rhubarb posset. Find them at: 1-3 Wood St, Wakefield WF1 2EL. Photo: s
4. Cafe 19
Cafe 19. Special: Rhubarb crumble pots with custard (to eat in or takeaway!), rhubarb milkshakes alongside a selection of cakes and their popular homemade rhubarb burgers. Find them at: 7 Cross Square, Wakefield WF1 1PQ. Photo: s