
8 Awesome Festivals Happening In New York In February
Cabin Fever is starting to set in for a lot of people in New York. If this is you and you're hoping to get out of the house, check out some of these festivals.

We often talk about how much there is to do in New York throughout the year. In the winter, that list feels like it starts to dwindle a bit. But it really doesn't. There's still a ton to do. This is when many organizations come up with some really cool annual festivals that will keep you entertained.
Here are some of the incredible festivals that are coming up in February 2023 all across New York State:
1. Buffalo On Tap
What is it? New York State's Largest Craft Beer Festival
When is it? February 25th
Where is it? The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
How much is it? Between $52.54 - $89.25 per ticket
What can you do? Sample from over 150 Craft Brews, Live Music, Small Snacks
Where Can I get more info? https://buffaloontap.com/
2. Cooperstown Winter Carnival
What is it? A Winter Carnival/Festival
When is it? February 2, 2023 - February 5, 2023
Where is it? The Village of Cooperstown, NY
How much is it? There is no admission fee, however specific events might require money.
What can you do? Opening night features hot chocolate, fireworks, and an address from the town's mayor. Also the Fenimore Quilt Club Show, Family Movie Night, Friends of the Village Library Book Sale, Winter Carnival Craft Bazaar, Lake Front Park Sledding Party, Ice & Fire Skate Party, Build a Snowman Contest, restaurant specials with live music
Where can I get more? www.cooperstownwintercarnival.com
3. NYS Ice Wine & Culinary Festival
What is it? A celebration of wine and food!
When is it? February 18th, 2023
Where is it? Casa Larga Vineyards
2287 Turk Hill Road, Fairport, NY
How much is it? Prices vary depending on the size of your group. Click the link below for more pricing information.
What can you do? Sample wine and food, enjoy a campfire, take a winery tour, horse drawn hay ride
Where can I go for more? https://www.casalarga.com/events/ny-ice-wine-culinary-festival/
4. Syracuse Winterfest
What is it? A festival to celebrate winter
When is it? February 16th - 26th
Where is it? Downtown Syracuse, NY
How much is it? There is no admission fee, however specific events might require money.
What can you do? Dozens of indoor and outdoor events, parties, cook-offs plus an abundance of other activities like: Ice skating, culinary cruise, cornhole, beer tasting, chili cookoff
Where can I go for more? https://www.syracusewinterfest.com/calendar-of-events/
5. Binghamton Pond Festival
What is it? A mechanically refrigerated pond hockey tournament
When is it? February 3 - 5th
Where is it? Downtown Binghamton, NY
How much is it? Prices are available here
What can you do? Watch/Play Hockey
Where can I go for more? https://www.bingpondfest.com/
6. Adirondack International Mountain Fest
What is it? A celebration of ice & snow
When is it? Feb 10-13
Where is it? The Mountaineer - 1866 NYS Rte 73
Keene Valley, NY 12943
How much is it? Registration info is here.
What can you do? Clinics/tours, gear demos, Patagonia clothing repair, presentations
Where can I go for more? https://mountaineer.com/mountainfest/
7. FLX West Food Fest
What is it? A Food and Drink Fest
When is it? Sunday February 6, 2023
Where is it? Willow Creek Venue
3100 Rochester Rd, Lakeville, NY
How much is it? $10 Entry Fee $50 VIP Package
What can you do? Enjoy local wines, ciders & craft beers and feast on culinary delicacies
Where can I get more? https://www.visitlivco.com/event/flx-west-food-fest/355/
8. Buffalo Whiskey Riot 2023
What is it? Whiskey tasting event
When is it? February 18, 2023
Where is it? Buffalo Riverworks - 359 Ganson Street Buffalo, NY 14203
How much is it? $88 – $174
What can you do? Taste over 200 different whiskeys and learn the ins and outs of whiskey from master distillers and brand ambassadors
Where can i get more? https://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/event/buffalo-whiskey-riot-2023/
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