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Indulge in fun and flavor with Famous Food Events, the unrivaled specialist in food festivals! Our passion for culinary excellence and dedication to creating unforgettable experiences shine through in every event we host. Immerse yourself in a world of delectable flavors, unique tastes, and vibrant local culture as we bring together renowned chefs, top-notch vendors, and a warm, inviting atmosphere for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you’re a seasoned food enthusiast or a curious explorer, our food festivals are the perfect blend of “Food and Fun Well Done,” promising to leave you with cherished memories and a satisfied palate. Join us at Famous Food Events and embark on a delightful journey of taste and togetherness.
HUDSON VALLEY WINGFEST 17!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD 2024
The original WingFest is back!!! This year the biggest wing event is coming back to the very spacious Majed Neishwat Center (formerly the Mid-Hudson Civic Center) in Poughkeepsie NY! This year will be our 17th year! We are planning our biggest and most delicious wing event ever. At this year’s event, you can expect more wing restaurants, food trucks and caterers and more amazing and unique flavors to savor. Vote for your favorite as the best wing places battle it out to see who will be the King of the Wings! We also have some amazing bands to provide some of the best music ever, along with games, prizes and a great night of fun! Hang out with the WING GIRLS and get ready to dance the night away!
Check out each booth while you devour Wings, Wings and more Wings!
Take a look at the ticket options and check out this year’s VIP Huge Superhero’s Collectors Mug 32 oz, with 90 minutes early entry. HV Wingfest has sold out 16 years in a row! Get your tickets before they sell out again!
Come see why we were Voted the “Best Winter Cabin Fever” event in NY!
“Bring and Wing It”!
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3RD 2024
The original WingFest is back!!! This year the biggest wing event is coming back to the very spacious Majed Neishwat Center (formerly the Mid-Hudson Civic Center) in Poughkeepsie NY. This year will be our 15th year, and we are planning our biggest and most delicious wing event ever. At this year’s event, you can expect more wing restaurants and more amazing and unique flavors as the best wing places battle it out to see who will be the Kings of the Wings! We also have some amazing bands to provide some of the best music ever as well as games, prizes and a great night of fun!
Come see why we were Voted the “Best Winter Cabin Fever” event in NY!
“Bring and Wing It”
SATURDAY APRIL 13th 2024
Hello Mac and Cheese Lovers! This year’s event will be held Saturday April 22, 2023 at the historic Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville New York.
Attendees this year will be able to sample Mac & Cheese creations from some of the finest restaurants and chefs in the Hudson Valley. Entry with all tickets will include a free self-guided tour of the winery and lots of Mac and Cheese samples as your taste buds will decide who will be crowned Kings of the Mac and Cheese! This is a family event. Kids 12 and under are FREE and we are expecting this event to be sold out before it begins. So take a look around the website and take advantage of the Early Bird Ticket pricing and enjoy a day totally devoted to Mac & Cheese! *PLEASE DON’T CONTACT BROTHERHOOD WINERY AS THEY ARE NOT THE PROMOTER OF THE EVENT* Please email us at macandcheesefest@yahoo.com with any questions.
SATURDAY May 20th 2023
Hello Grilled Cheese Lovers! This year’s event will be held Saturday May 20, 2023 at the Patterson Recreation Center
Famous Food Events brings the first ever NY Grilled Cheese Festival! A day totally created to showcase the cheesiest food creations from the best Chefs representing the tastiest restaurants, food trucks and caterers! We aim to Cheese!
ICE TIME SPORTS COMPLEX, NEWBURGH, NY
SATURDAY JUNE 24TH
Welcome to HV Taco Fest 6! We will be heading to Ice Time Sports complex in Newburgh, NY! This event has always has brought together some of the best taco food trucks, authentic Mexican restaurants and caterers. You could say is the “Best Mexican Street Food Event” showcasing street tacos, Birria and other Mexican and Latin specialties like burritos & quesadillas! How about sweetening up with some awesome Mexican street corn and churros! Grab some Mexican refried ice cream, and so much more!
Mexican brews, sweet sangrias and of course margaritassss baby! We will have ciders, seltzers, plenty of handcrafted lemonade, iced teas, sodas and water. We will also have options for vegan and gluten free friendly dietary needs!
We will have an amazing lineup of bands, of course DJ, Miguel Flava and an awesome mariachi band! There will also be games and plenty of things for the kids to do!
Children 12 and under are free to enter!
Stick around for the Taco Takedown Eating Competition with a nice grand cash prize!
There will be three ticket options: The Big Taco VIP ticket will get you in one hour earlier and give you plenty of margarita tastings, copious amounts of Mexican brew, ciders seltzers, and VIP seating in the air-conditioned venue!
What are you waiting for!? It’s the official summer party of the Hudson Valley!
HUDSON SPORTS COMPLEX, WARWICK NY
SATURDAY SEPT. 23RD & SUNDAY SEPT. 24TH
Calling all Seafood Lovers in the Tri-State area! Get ready to indulge in a culinary experience with over 55 seafood creations from around the world. Delight in the freshest and most delicious varieties, fish-caught and coming straight to Warwick at our newest location.
You will dine on seafood creations such as Maine lobster rolls, a raw bar, ceviche, paella, fried seafood, such as calamari, and salmon. The Around the World ticket will take you on a tour through the world with calamari from Italy, paella form Spain, New England lobster rolls, and the UK Fish and Chips. Don’t leave without the red solo seafood collector’s cup! Check out all the ticket options available!
We will serve 8 + different craft, imported and domestic brews, ciders and seltzers and margaritas. Delight in the official seafood Summer Punch. Also available are soft beverages lemonade and Jarritos drinks.
Enjoy amazing tribute bands playing Bon Jovi, Meatloaf and Billy Joel. Dance away to the mixes of DJ Parag, the ultimate Pitbull Party Time Experience
This year’s festival will take place at the Hudson Sports Complex, which boasts an interesting historical background. This venue was a training and reform center for boys from 1930-1970. Get ready to head over and train your palates on scrumptious seafood from the seven seas!
COMING 2022
Welcome To the second Hudson Valley ChowderFest!
This year you can expect the best Chowders, Soups, Bisques and yes, Championship Chili’s all under one roof as participating Chefs Battle it out for the HV Chowder Championships at Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery, NY
Sample your way around as award-winning chefs showcase their top recipes. There will also be other great comfort foods for purchase. Wash all this great food down with Craft Brew and Ciders from over 8+ breweries. There will also be some great vendors such as pickles, jerky, hot sauces and more for you to sample as well!
This event is for the whole family! Kids 12 and under are free! Warm up at Hudson Valley Chowderfest!
Have a question? Wanna be a Vendor? Email us bigang1970@yahoo.com
A portion of the proceeds goes to help feed the Hudson Valley Group “Leftovers Rescue”.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 7TH 2023
Welcome to the Empanada Festival! To be held at the Newburgh Mall!
Here’s what can you expect at this delicious event:
A Rolling Stone Tribute band will perform some amazing hits while you enjoy Latin food and drink creations.
Kids under 12 are FREE and there will be activities for them!
Taste your way around and the best Latin + Spanish pastry turnovers filled with a variety of ingredients like chicken, pork, steak, seafood and vegan options like sweet potatoes and Mexican corn, just to name a few!
You can also plan to devour everything in sight from the best Latin food trucks and restaurants this side of South America! There will be awesome Sangrias and Brews! You can also shop craft vendors around the venue. A free scenic tour is included with your ticket!
Expect Empanadas from Puerto Rico, Colombia, Mexico, The Dominican Republic and Argentina with gluten free and vegan options!
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25TH 2023 3PM-8PM
Welcome The first inaugural Oyster + Jazz Festival taking place at the HV Magazines Top Distiller award winning Hudson House + Distillery. Seconds away from Newburgh heading into historic Ulster County. This wonderful home showcases one of the most amazing views on the Hudson River.
Expect a day of classic jazz music, fine distillery tastings and a raw bar with select oyster choices, as well as seafood pleasures, and other meat options. We will have gluten Free + vegan options as well. Sit back and let our most professional bartenders make you a classic cocktail, pour you a wonderful glass of wine or get you a wonderful ice-cold craft brew.
