Hudson Valley Wingfest

In its 13th year, Hudson Valley Wingfest offers over 80 flavors of wings, along with live music, games, and beverages.

Wing-enthusiasts enjoying the 80+ varieties of wing flavors provided by more than 30 vendors. | Photo Courtesy of Hudson Valley Wingfest

Wing lovers from far and wide are invited to partake in Hudson Valley Wingfest on Saturday, Jan. 25th. The wing-tasting event is in its 13th year and will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music, cold beer, and games will complement the 80+ flavors of wings available at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Listen to the NY’s Best Party Band the “The Hey Nows” and Sing along w the Best Hair Band tunes w Bedrock. Hudson Valley Wingfest has been voted the “Best Cabin Fever Event” in the Hudson Valley and seeks to be bigger than ever in its eleventh installment. The event has consistently drawn celebrities, so you never know who you might run into in the VIP section. Over 30 wing vendors will be providing the heat, with that number continuing to grow.

King of the Wings

For the more competitive wing-enthusiasts, Hudson Valley Wingfest will feature the final showdown in the “King of the Wings” competition. Each winner from smaller contests around the Hudson Valley at Baja 328, Tilted Kilt, Whistling Willie’s, and five other restaurants will face off at the Civic Center. Contestants will have to survive 18 of the strongest wings each vendor can throw at them. Witness the King of the Wings “Bad to the Bone” Eating Competition and see one lucky restaurant win the grand prize of $1,047, in addition to the coveted title of “King of the Wings!” 

Tickets for Hudson Valley Wingfest

Hudson Valley Wingfest has sold out in the past, so buy your tickets in advance. General admission tickets are $30, and VIP tickets are $50. Tickets can be purchased at Pizza Mia in Newburgh, Planet Wings in Wappingers Falls, the Erie Hotel and Family Restaurant in Port Jervis, or online here.

Take Amtrak to the Hudson Valley Wingfest

Attend Hudson Valley Wingfest via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!

Get picked up from Poughkeepsie Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Poughkeepsie office today at 845-485-2222.