Embrace autumn in the Hudson Valley with food and drink happenings ranging from a brewery comedy tour to an apple-filled festival.
Blues on the Farm: Cider, Blues, and BBQ
Stone Ridge Orchard, Stone Ridge • September 2
The name says it all. Pair Hudson Valley Farmhouse Cider’s Traditional (semi-dry and sparkling) with some ‘cue, and enjoy five blues bands throughout the day. The orchard will also host a farmers market. stoneridgeorchard.com
Brewery Comedy Tour
Bad Seed Cider, Highland • September 30
A great lineup of hilarious comedians and refreshing ciders. badseedhardcider.com
Fall Orchard & Cidery Tasting and Tour
Westwind Orchard, Accord • October 1
Breathe in the crisp air while strolling amongst Westwind’s many apple trees. Make your way back to the cidery and sample varieties straight from the barrels. westwindorchard.com
Warwick Applefest
Downtown Warwick • October 1
This Orange County town goes all out for their favorite fruit. Wander the streets of the village for dozens of craft and food vendors, live music, apple pie eating and baking contests, and more. Pennings Farm will be serving up their ciders. warwickapplefest.com
Cider Week NY
Throughout the HV • October 6–15
It’s the biggest hard cider event of the year! Dozens of New York-based cideries will be hosting tours, festivals, tastings, discount sales, live music, food pairings, and more to celebrate the drink’s revival. ciderweeknewyork.com
