The 2012 Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest will be held Saturday September 8th and Sunday September 9th, 2012 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY.
Fest hours are 11am to 6pm on Saturday and 11am to 5pm on Sunday. Restaurant sampling hours may vary from Fest hours.
The Wine Fest will be held Rain or Shine! It is a handicapped accessible event. Please keep in mind that even though most of the major events are under cover, you should still come prepared with proper clothing, sunscreen and rain gear, depending on the weather.
As per the Dutchess County Fairgrounds there are no pets permitted on the festival site. Please be conscious of the weather as it will likely be too hot to safely leave pets in your vehicle. There will be no exceptions to the no pets rule.
Camping for Fest guests is not available at the Fairgrounds. Please see our Lodging page for lodging and camping options.
There will be plenty of food and beverage available at the festival. No coolers will be permitted. Water and Soda for Designated Drivers is available at the Wine Fest Gear booth in Building C (where we sell Fest posters and t-shirts). Just ask a Fest staffer at the booth for your beverage.
No smoking is permitted inside any of the Festival Buildings.
Attendees with the “Designated Driver” wristband will NOT be permitted to taste wine. If you are witnessed tasting wine, you will be asked to leave the event.
The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Department will be in attendance at the festival to monitor your safety. Please participate responsibly.
If you will be taking advantage of our Wine Pick-Up system, please take a few minutes to read our Wine-Pick Up Prodecures
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