A vegan food and wellness festival will return to the island next month, the Bermuda Tourism Authority announced.

The second annual Vegan Fest, which attracted more than 3,600 attendees last year, will feature a variety of plant-based foods, sustainable products, live entertainment and almost 20 vendors.

It will take place on the North Lawn of Dockyard on August 25.

A spokeswoman said: “In the event's inaugural staging, vendors enjoyed $55,000 in economic impact on the day.

“The festival aims to put a spotlight on Bermuda's vegan businesses, driving economic impact and enhancing the visitor experience.”

She added: “While wellness-inspired entertainment, experiences and educational sessions will be available throughout the day for everyone, children can enjoy free face-painting and arts and crafts courtesy of venue hosts the West End Development Company.”

Canada-based author and vegan chef Lloyd Rose will share his experience on the island and at the festival with his almost 800,000 online followers.

Tashae Thompson, the BTA vice-president of experiences, said the festival “aligns perfectly with Bermuda’s National Tourism Plan, supporting both the innovation and the ‘green’ pillars”.

She added: “This event is designed to cater to visitors' desires while supporting local partners and attracting locals, creating a balanced mix that fosters meaningful interactions and lasting memories.”

Organisers have partnered with eco-friendly company Redo to reduce single-use plastic items at the event.

Jasmine Furbert, the BTA project manager for Vegan Fest, said: “By collaborating with partners like Redo and Keep Bermuda Beautiful, we aim to set a new standard for eco-friendly events in Bermuda.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone to a day of delicious food, inspiring wellness activities and sustainable living.”

Angel Smith, the executive director of KBB, said the organisation was “thrilled to support the BTA’s second annual Vegan Fest and applauds the organisers for their commitment to sustainability”.

She added: “We encourage all attendees to bring their reusable bottles to take full advantage of the hydration station, helping to minimise plastic waste.

“Small actions, such as using eco-friendly utensils and bringing your own bottles, contribute immensely to preserving Bermuda's natural beauty.”

Patrons can park at Cross Island for free during the event, which will run from 2pm to 8pm, and a shuttle service will operate from the parking lot to the North Lawn every ten minutes throughout the festival.