The hamlet of Sugar Loaf is a community of creative artists and craftspeople nestled under Sugar Loaf Mountain in picturesque Warwick Valley, Orange County, NY. Within easy reach of New York City, NJ and PA, Sugar Loaf is surrounded by apple orchards and horse farms. Remaining true to it's heritage of over 250 years, this year round home of over 50 independent businesses is Orange County's 3rd largest tourist attraction.
The Fall Festival celebrates the natural beauty of the valley, with crafts, artists, food, music and demonstrations. This annual event offers something for everyone. Admission is free and the festival attracts thousands of visitors over the 3 days of the Columbus Day weekend.
This juried festival is open to all artists & craftspeople who create their own work. Assembled and commercial work is not eligible. Categories are filled on a first come basis once juried.
What's a festival without food? We have from local restaurants to visiting food vendors with all kinds of goodies! Ethnic foods and old favorites like Kettle Korn and more....
We limit our categories to make a nice selection for our visitors and a profitable weekend our visiting vendors.
Music and entertainment are a festive addition, with all kinds of family oriented fun and performers. We welcome music, dance, poetry, puppetry, story telling and more.
Our goal is to promote the arts and give entertainers the chance to express themselves, be seen and heard.
Vendor spaces are 10' x 10'. Surfaces for booth setup will vary, grass asphalt, dirt. We will do our best to accommodate special requests. A canopy is recommended as the event is held outdoors, rain or shine.
Jurying will continue until categories are filled, or the application deadline of Sept 21, whichever comes first. Once juried, you will receive notice immediately. If accepted, your fee payment will be deposited and you will receive an information package for the festival. If not accepted this year, your fee and slides will be returned.
This is a Rain or Shine Event!
Please follow the links below for applications.
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