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2024 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2024
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
(see also: 2023  -  2022  -  2021  -  2018  -  2017  -  2016  -  2015)

July 24-August 20, 2024
NYC Restaurant Week
New York, New York
 

August 1-3, 2024
Empire Farm Days
Pompey, New York
Palladino Farms.  Be Here for Cutting-Edge Dairy. New crops, markets and methods. EFD will pack these changes into three days of hands-on field demos, Ride N' Drive events and seminars. Visit the leading Ag experts and get BIG bargains on the newest industry tools and products- all in one place at one time.

August 1-4, 2024  Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend - Phelps, New York
Celebrates the Phelps area's history as one of the largest producers of sauerkraut in the world. Events include live music, 20k race, Kraut Idol, fireworks, arts & crafts, a parade and a kraut-eating contest.

August 1-4, 2024  60th Annual Eden Corn Festival - Eden, New York
Buttery, juicy, sweet corn on the cob, served fresh and piping hot, will be the highlight of what you will experience at the Eden Corn Festival in Eden, New York, a festival like no other! This corn is home grown by the most skilled farmers in the State of New York, as evidenced by the taste of these ears!   Bring your family and friends to experience a wide variety of delicious foods, midway rides, tractor pulls, square dancing, arts & craft shows, auto shows, country music entertainers, impersonators and much much more all while visiting the "Garden of Eden".

August 2-4, 2024  America's Grape Country Craft Beverage Festival
Dunkirk, New York
Celebrate all that is wine. Taste the best the state has to offer, chat with the winemakers themselves, and maybe even find their new favorite!  We also host a number of New York breweries, distilleries, cideries, and other craft beverage producers.  A lineup of the area's best food trucks. Included with admission are free food and wine demonstrations Saturday and Sunday.  Local Crafters & Artisans.  Attendance: 2,000.
 

August 3, 2024 - Cheddar Cheese Festival: Say Cheese!
Adams, New York
A village wide celebration of the agriculture and cheese making industry in Jefferson County.

August 3-4, 2024  Glorious Garlic Festival - Geneva, New York
Like grapes, some varieties of garlic do better in certain places. Such a place is the Finger Lakes, where at present between 70 and 100 strains are cultivated. The two days of the festival include cooking demonstrations, garlic tastings and ample opportunities to meet the area's top artisan garlic growers and chefs. A rich array of Finger Lakes food producers and artists adds to the mix. Live music and entertainment for the entire family is also one of the many highlights the festival offers. Numerous varieties of freshly harvested heirloom, hard neck garlic will be available to purchase, and experts will be on hand to offer guidance to the novice grower. A garlic-infused festival menu will be offered daily.

August 4-7, 2024  NY Now Summer Market - New York, New York
Summer In-Person Market.  Jacob Javits Center in New York City. The Market for Home and LIfestyle.  Attendance: 35,000.

August 10, 2024  Avon Rotary Corn Festival - Avon, New York
The community festival draws thousands of people to see friends, browse arts & crafts, listen to a wide range of music, eat lots of food, and participate in the corn eating contest.

August 10-11, 2024  I Love Bacon, Butter, Beer & Bourbon Fest
Huntington Station, New York
A 2-Day Celebration of Delicious Bacon prepared every way you can imagine, Buttery Treats, Cold Beer, and New York's Finest Distilleries. Listen to Live Music, Kick up your heels for Line Dancing Lessons. And shop gifts and novelties made by local crafters.  10am-5pm, Outside at Walt Whitman Shops on Route 110 in Huntington Station.  Tickets are only $10 for Adults and $5 for Kids 4-12 (kids 3 and under are free). VIP Tickets are $25.   Parking is FREE.

August 11, 2024 - Beacon Sloop Club Corn Festival - Beacon, New York
The Beacon Sloop Club Annual Corn Festival at Pete & Toshi Seeger Park in Beacon, NY.  Noon-5pm Ran/Shine  The festival features fresh picked, ready-to-eat local-grown Hudson Valley sweet corn on the cob, corn & bean salad, watermelon, hot chili, old drinks, and other summer treats. Lots of food vendors and artisan farm market. Info: (845) 838-9630.

August 17, 2024  Red White and Brew BBQ and Seafood Festival
Poughkeepsie, New York
A feast for the senses, celebrating the finest New England seafood and culinary creations amidst a backdrop of lively entertainment from amazing bands! A celebration of diverse culinary delights. From mouthwatering barbecue to zesty Latin flavors and beloved American classics, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

August 18, 2024  Annual Troy Pig Out - Troy, New York
The annual Troy Pig Out challenges barbeque masters from across the Northeast to duke it out for the top prize in the categories of: Best Pulled Pork, Best BBQ Chicken, Best Pork Rib, Best Beef Brisket, Grand Champion, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que People's Choice Pork Rib contest, Mayor’s Choice, and more.  The Troy Pig Out is an official Empire State competition sanctioned by New York’s Governor Andrew Cuomo, citing New York pride in its place as the site of events that highlight the state and its tradition of excellence in offering unique foods and specialty dishes often based upon tried and true recipes that have endured through the generations.

August 20-25, 2024  178th Annual Dutchess County Fair
Rhinebeck, New York
For 6 days, The Dutchess County Fair will celebrate agriculture in a way that individuals of all ages can enjoy! From livestock to local specialty foods and entertainment, it’s truly an experience for the whole family. As one of the finest carnivals in the entire country, this entertainment destination will feature Powers Great American Midways rides, Livestock, free shows, a vendor shopping center.

August 21-September 2, 2024  The Great New York State Fair
Syracuse, New York
The annual celebration emphasizes agriculture as one of the state's largest and most important industries, entertaining families, and showcasing the talents and aspiriations of youth. The fair promotes agricultural growth and awareness through educational programs, statewide competitions, and supporting sales of the state's agricultural and food products.  Attendance: 1.3 million.

August 22, 2024  Taste of Tennis - New York, New York
The Annual Taste of Tennis Gala offers guests the opportunity to sample sensational cuisine prepared by the most prestigious chefs in the world, sip on handcrafted cocktails all while rubbing elbows with professional tennis players, celebrities and a number of New York’s finest chefs and culinary personalities.

August 24-25, 2024  31st Annual Long Island Maritime Museum’s Annual Seafood Festival - West Sayville, Long Island, New York
Combines arts & crafts, education and entertainment with some of the island's best seafood.  Attendance: 18,000.

August 31, 2024  Dmitry's Feast of the Peaks and Music Festival
Lake Placid, New York
The first annual Dmitry’s Feast of the Peaks & Music Festival event (formerly known as the ILBBQF), will also include music, children’s activities, arts and crafts, vendor expositions and food tasting.

August 31-September 1, 2024  National Buffalo Wing Festival
Buffalo, New York
Highmark Stadium.  Includes the U.S. Chicken Wing Eating Championships and National Wing Sauce-Off Competition.  Celebrity Chef Challenge, sponsored by Frank”s RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce, the sauce used to create the original Buffalo Wings in 1964.   Attendance: 60,000.

August 31-September 2, 2024  Richmond County Fair
Staten Island, New York
As Staten Island’s only County Fair, the grounds of Historic Richmond Town will host one of the biggest, longest running and well-attended festivals in the county - all while supporting local businesses and authentic Staten Island staples!
 

2023 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2023
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new dates

August 12, 2023  Long Island Craft Classic - East Islip, New York
The Long Island Craft Classic will be held at the beautiful Heckscher State Park in East Islip, NY.  This pay-one-price event is one of Long Island’s longest-running and best fests—showcasing local hometown favorites, award-winning American craft breweries, international trend-setters, and more.
 

2022 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2022
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new dates

August -, 2022  Hudson Valley Ribfest - New Paltz, New York
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.

August 28, 2022  Annual Great Chefs Dinner - Bridgehampton, New York
The annual fundraiser benefits Hayground School's Jeff's Kitchen culinary education with top chefs, fine wine, and a silent auction.
 

2021 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2021
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new dates

August 7, 2021  Cortland Arts & Wine Festival - Cortland, New York
EVENT POSTPONED TO 2022 DUE TO CORONAVIRUS.  The annual festival will feature a juried art show, Finger Lakes wineries, food vendors and live music all day.
 

2018 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2018
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new dates

August 3-4, 2018 - Belgium Comes to Cooperstown
Cooperstown, New York
Belgium comes to Cooperstown, or "BCTC," is our annual summer beer fest celebrating (and sampling) the best in Belgian and Belgian-style beers. Since its inaugural in 1999, BCTC has grown from a modest gathering to a full-fledged festival with weekend camping; staged live music; a 700 person VIP dinner; late night movie screenings ; receptions and lectures. Over 100 breweries from around the world participate with more than 3,000 guests attending.

August 10, 2018 - 7th Annual Food Truck Derby
Bridgehampton, New York
The Great Food Truck Derby is back! Bring the whole family for a bonanza of ethnic and mobile eats rarely seen on the East End, when a caravan of New York City and Long Island food trucks park amidst potato fields at the Hayground School, alongside New York wine and beer and non-alcoholic drink offerings. Ticket price includes one serving at every food truck (at least 20 trucks will be in attendance) and includes drinks. The food truck coming together will coincide with the Hayground School Community farmers market and programming for kids and families. And the event will benefit the Hayground schoolyard projects in the region, which provide culinary arts training for local kids.  This year, VIP tickets are available offering access to the food trucks starting at 3:30pm, along with private food and drink tastings in the newly renovated Jeff’s Kitchen on school grounds.
 

2017 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2017
LOCAL FOOD FESTIVALS, FOOD & WINE SHOWS & EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

August 12, 2017  Tap+Cork: Brooklyn Beer & Wine Fest
Brooklyn, New York

August 12-13, 2017  New York State Wine Festival
Canandaigua, New York
EVENT ON HIATUS FOR 2018.  Join fellow wine lovers for a two-day celebration of the many great wine varietals New York has to offer, held exclusively on the grounds of the New York Wine & Culinary Center in Canandaigua, NY.
 

2016 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2016
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events waiting for new dates

August 13, 2016  The German Alps Festival - Hunter, New York
The Hunter Mountain German Festival always brings smiles to the faces of German-Americans and everyone else who attends. The good-time music is sure to get you up on your feet... or at the very least tapping your feet. Traditional German-American foods, Schuhplattler Dancers, plus some new entertainers, plenty of vendors, plus fun activities for the kids.
 

2015 NEW YORK - AUGUST 2015
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
events waiting for new dates

August 8-9, 2015  Wine, Beer & Food Festival - Ogdensburg, New York
The Greater Ogdensburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of Ogdensburg are proud sponsors of this signature event of the summer! The Pride of New York wines, food and beer will be available for sampling and purchasing at the Lockwood Civic Center.  Food cooking demonstrations and local artisans will also round out the program.

August 27, 2015  Riverhead Farm To Table Dinne
Jamesport, New York
The Riverhead Chamber of Commerce's first Farm to Table Dinner will take place at Jamesport Vineyards located at 1216 Main Road in Jamesport, NY. Inspired by the array of fresh local produce and meats, which pair well with local wine and beer, the six course dinner will put its proceeds directly back into Riverhead with all proceeds to benefit the Riverhead Chamber of Commerce. The dinner will start at 5:30PM with a welcome reception followed by a six course menu, each with a pre-selected wine and beer pairing for the guest's choosing.  Advance purchase of tickets is required.

August 27-30, 2015  Kids Eat NYC - New York, New York
Kids Eat NYC has a mission to provide a memorable and elegant dining experience for kids (up to 17) and get them to think differently about food and make it more exciting for them at an earlier age. Kids Eat NYC (similar to Restaurant Week) teams up with forward thinking NYC restaurants and each restaurant creates their own take on the "kids menu",  one like no other "regular" kids menu. Those prevalent foods like chicken fingers, mac and cheese, grilled cheese, and burgers and fries, are prohibited during Kids Eat NYC. Instead, kids can expect complex and savory flavors like Henry’s ‘Cool Cucumber Chow Mein’, Miranda’s ‘Grilled Vegetable Garganelli’, and Vai’s ‘Pancetta Salmon Saltimbocca’.