Making just one hamburger uses enough fossil fuel to drive a small car for 32km. As plant-based diets become more popular, the community seeks more ways to connect and educate the world about going meat-free. Here are celebrated vegan festivals from around the world.
- BlackVeg Festival, NY — introduces vegan diet to Black and other marginalized communities, with 70+ food entrepreneurs of color.
- The Vegan Summer Festival, Germany — free event in Berlin, the biggest food event in Europe with 65,000+ footfall, live music and fashion shows.
- VegFest, UK — the oldest vegan festival in Europe, held across UK cities with 300+ stalls for food, fashion, and lifestyle products.
- World Vegan Festival, Australia — held every World Vegan Day in Melbourne with 100+ food stands and indigenous food showcases.
- Vegan Street Fair, California — one of the largest food fairs in the US, 60,000+ footfall and 200+ stalls.
- Vegan Gourmet Festival, Japan — held 5 times a year in 3 cities, showcasing traditional Japanese cuisine with vegan alternatives.
Food is an integral part of international culture. Plant-based movements have created their own culture, backed by science, education, and community.