Follow Your Nose To The Hudson Valley Garlic Festival!

Festival Details

The highly anticipated Hudson Valley Garlic Festival is making its return to Saugerties at the Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex on September 28 and 29. This cherished event, running for over 30 years, celebrates all things garlic with a variety of attractions including garlic farmers, food vendors, craft artisans, and lively entertainment.

What’s New This Year

This year’s festival will showcase more than 200 garlic vendors, offering a diverse array of garlic-infused foods and products. Attendees can enjoy daily lectures and chef demonstrations, highlighting innovative ways to incorporate garlic into everyday dishes. A notable addition this year is the beer garden, where festival-goers can sample a selection of craft beers and beverages from various New York State breweries. “You can never have too much garlic,” says Pat Praetorius, one of the festival’s organizers.

Event Details

• Location: Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex, Washington Avenue Extension, Saugerties
• Dates and Times: September 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and September 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tickets: Daily admission is $15, with children 12 and under admitted for free. Advanced tickets are available for $10, and seniors over 65 can purchase tickets for $8. On-site parking costs $10 per car per day, while free parking is available at off-site lots with shuttle service provided.

Volunteer Opportunities

The festival is also seeking volunteers. Those interested in helping can sign up for “Zero Waste” shifts, receiving a festival wristband, parking pass, and a Garlic Festival shirt in return.

For more details on volunteering, vendor lists, or to purchase tickets in advance, visit the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival’s official website or the Kiwanis Ice Arena’s website for parking information.