Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
Enjoy garlic-inspired food and drink, vendors, kids activities, and more at this popular annual festival in Saugerties that celebrates “the stinky rose.”
What is the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival?
Garlic-lovers rejoice! Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Saugerties since 1992, the iconic Hudson Valley Garlic Festival returns for a two day celebration of all things garlic. There are over 100 local garlic farmers and vendors featured at this event, offering a wide variety of fresh garlic and garlic-inspired goods, including anything from garlic pickles to garlic pesto. While garlic is undeniably the star of the show, the festival is also a celebration of the best of what the Hudson Valley has to offer, including local seasonal produce and other handcrafted and specialty goods. With over 50 artisan craft vendors and plenty of food options, there’s something for everyone—even if you’re not a die-hard garlic fan.
What to expect at the HV Garlic Festival
Located at the Cantine Memorial Field in Saugerties, the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival is huge and sprawling. You could spend all afternoon browsing the various booths and vendors. Cleanse your palette with a delicious shot of garlic vinegar from Rolling Hills Farm or sample the best pesto around from Whole in the Wall Pesto. If you’re feeling adventurous and have room for dessert, grab a scoop of creamy garlic ice cream. After chowing down, kick back and enjoy some live music. The Arm-of-the-Sea Theater puts on a spectacular puppet show every year that is perfect for both kids and adults. This year catch one of their whimsical performances at 11:30am or 2:15pm on Saturday or Sunday.
Special Events and Additional Info
Daily admission at the gate is $15. Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors 65+. Children 12 and under are free. Admission includes free parking. There is a complimentary shuttle that takes you from the event parking to the festival.
Plan Your Visit to the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
Festival Hours:
Saturday, September 27, 2025: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, September 28, 2025: 10am – 5pm
Where is the Festival?
Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex
Washington Avenue Extension
Saugerties, NY 12477
Take Amtrak to the Garlic Festival
The festival is easily accessible via Amtrak to the Rhinecliff-Kingston Station .
For Directions to Rhinecliff-Kingston Station , click below.
Experience this popular festival by taking Amtrak to the Rhinecliff-Kingston Station. Don’t forget to use the See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Rhinecliff Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Saugerties is 15 miles from the station. Click here to reserve your car or call the Rhinecliff office today at: 845-336-4700.
