Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival 2025
Head to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck on September 6 and 7 for two days of wine and food tastings, beer, spirits, artisans, cooking demonstrations and more!
What is the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival
For over two decades, the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival has been a can’t-miss regional food and wine festival, showcasing the best of New York’s Hudson Valley wineries, craft breweries, distilleries, cideries, and gourmet food vendors. Proudly held at the picturesque Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck — a sprawling event space just minutes from Rhinecliff–Kingston Amtrak station — this culinary festival blends the rustic charm of the Hudson Valley with modern gastronomic flair.
What to expect at the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival
The Festival, held at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, continues to celebrate the local food and wine culture of the region, which is known for its fertile vineyards and orchards. More than 300 vendors will be serving up their best samples: wine, beer, spirits, food (think cheese, chocolate and more!) and artisan products. Guests also enjoy live entertainment, cooking demonstrations and seminars on topics such as wine and food pairing and sustainable farming practices. There will also be the opportunity to meet and mingle with some of New York’s best wine makers.
Guests can also purchase bottles of wine, beer and spirits. No worries: you don’t have to carry your bottles around with you all day. A special storage and pickup system makes it easy to collect your beverages when you are ready to leave the Festival.
Special Events
Vendors, Tastings & Demonstrations
Enjoy over 300 vendors offering flights of wine, craft beer, hard cider, spirits, artisanal cheeses, baked goods, sauces, and gourmet snacks
Learn and taste your way through chef demonstrations, mixology showcases, and wine-pairing seminars, led by local culinary stars and professionals
Shop for handmade goods like candles, cork handbags, and fine crafts while soaking up live music and entertainment vibes
Local Flavor & Convenience
Sample wines from renowned producers such as Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, Milea Estates, and others that define Hudson Valley viticulture.
Thirsty for more? Beers from Sloop Brewing, and spirits from distilleries like Liquid Fables, Shady Knoll, Tenmile, and Taconic will also be available
Atmosphere & Extras
Live music, artisan shopping, a gourmet food-truck courtyard, and a buzzing festival vibe make this a perfect Hudson Valley weekend getaway
When is the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival?
The festival will take place Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 am– 6 pm and Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 11 am – 5 pm at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.
Tickets for the Festival
Saturday Tasting Ticket —$39.12
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling. Most samples are 1-2oz. Food is not included. (Age 21 and over – ID required.)
Sunday Tasting Ticket — $38.07
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling. Most samples are 1-2oz. Food is not included.
Designated Driver — $11.59
Includes free water/soda all day & souvenir-tasting glass upon exit. THIS IS A NO ALCOHOL TICKET for guests underage or who choose not to drink alcohol. Guests with regular admission wristbands will NOT be served alcohol and if witnessed consuming alcohol will be asked to leave the premises. Food is not included.
VIP Tasting Ticket — $96.31
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling, early access to the festival, access to VIP tent with free refreshments, exclusive chef demos and tastings, and a extra goodies.
2-Day Tasting Ticket — $68.84
Entry for Saturday & Sunday. Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling. Most samples are 1-2oz. Food is not included. (Age 21 and over – ID required.)
2-Day VIP Tasting Ticket — $154.56
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling, early access to the festival, access to VIP tent with free refreshments, exclusive chef demos and tastings, and a extra goodies.
All prices shown with fees included.
Tickets can be purchased online at https://hudsonvalleywinefest.com/.
Take Amtrak to the Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest
For Directions to Rhinecliff Station, click below.
Experience this great Fest via Amtrak to Rhinecliff Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Rhinecliff Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAINEnterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Rhinecliff office today at 845-336-4700.
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