Here Are The Best Fall Food Festivals For A Weekend In New York

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There’s no other state in the country with a melting pot of cuisines like New York. Whether you live in or near the state or you’re visiting from afar for the weekend, we suggest checking out a food festival this fall. They’re like open bars, but for food, and once you’re in, the world is your oyster. You’ll make friends with people from all walks of life and meet the masterminds behind some of the best food and drinks in the country. Plus, you can enjoy local beer or cider — or both — as you wander. Here are the best food festivals hitting New York this fall.

Catskills Wine And Food Festival — Bloomingburg, New York

October 6-7

If you’re tired of the city and craving a fall weekend getaway, look into the Catskills Wine and Food Festival. It’s nestled in the mountains of upstate New York at Echo Campground. There will be cooking demonstrations with celebrity chefs like Alex Guarnaschelli, private tastings, live music with bands like The Revivalists and a killer selection of beer, wine and cider. There’s also a Sunday market that’ll have a curation of all kinds of food and drink products from the Catskills. Get your tickets here and check out the lineup.

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New York City Wine And Food Festival — New York, New York

October 11-14

The Food Network and Cooking Channel’s New York City Wine and Food Festival (NYCWFF) is one of those events that you put on your bucket list if you’re planning a trip to New York City. It’s considered the largest food and wine festival in NYC with more than 80 events. You get to choose between tastings, intimate dinners with world-renowned chefs, late-night parties, hands-on classes, seminars, wine tastings and a ton more. If you’re thinking about planning a trip to New York City soon, these NYCWFF events are an awesome starting point.

Artisanal Sweet Treats Bazaar — New York, New York

October 21

Sweets lovers, this festival is for you. You’ll find everything from funky peanut butter cups to crazy donuts to Transylvanian twisted cakes to spiced pumpkin pies. And let’s not forget about all of the truffles and chocolates you could possibly want. This sweets festival takes place inside of New York City’s largest curated flea market, Grand Bazaar NYC. Admission is free, but you still need to register here.

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New York City Whiskey Fest — New York, New York

November 10

Whiskey fans, here’s your excuse to plan a trip. The New York City Whiskey Fest features more than 100 styles of whiskey and spirits. You get to speak with experts about all kinds of whiskey, ranging from American Kentucky bourbons to exotic Japanese whiskeys. If you’re traveling with someone who isn’t into the brown spirit, there will be all kinds of other spirits at the festival, too. Get your tickets here.

Brooklyn Crush Wine And Artisanal Food Festival — Brooklyn, New York

November 10

Winos, this one is for you. The fall edition of the Brooklyn Crush Wine and Food Festival takes place at Industry City. It’ll feel like hopping on a quick flight from Brooklyn to the Napa Valley of East Coast. You get to sample a wide selection of global wines, ciders and other drinks along with hors-d’oeuvres. A bunch of top Brooklyn restaurants will be there, too, with samples of their dishes along with all kinds of Brooklyn-based breads and cheeses. Check out your ticket options here.

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Rosendale International Pickle Festival — Rosendale, New York

November 18

If you feel like taking a road trip upstate this fall and you love all things sour, the Rosendale International Pickle Festival just might be what you’re looking for. It’s on the low-key side, held in large tents, and it’s happening rain or shine. The pickle festival hosts about 100 vendors (20 to 25 of those are pickle vendors specifically) along with crafts and hot food vendors. Admission is $5 per person and kids can go for free. Find more of the details here.

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