Celebrate all things spring at Fishkill Farms’ Apple Blossom Festival & Vendor Market!
Spend the day supporting local makers at the vendor market, enjoying live music on the main stage, trying delicious food, snuggling adoptable dogs and taking wagon rides through the orchard.
9 Fishkill Farm Rd, Hopewell Jct, NY 12533
—Food & Activities Schedule—
Vendor Market | 11 am-3 pm
Shop a local vendor market located outdoors in our main courtyard! This is a unique chance to browse small batch goods, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the artisans who create them. Scroll to the bottom of the page to see a list of attending vendors!
Educational Seeding Workshop & Demonstration | 11 am-3 pm
Head to the Fishkill Farms blue tent in the courtyard to plant your own seedling and watch a vacuum seeder in action with Assistant Farm Manager, Laura.
Food Vendors | 11 am-3 pm
Graze & Harvest is a farm-to-table food truck dedicated to sourcing high-quality meats, dairy, and produce from farms across the Hudson Valley. Stop by during the festival and taste the difference local ingredients make.
Bobby’s Brick Oven Pizza creates wood-fired Neapolitan style pizzas from scratch, with nothing but the best and freshest ingredients.
Mia’s Sweet Minis will be on-site serving fresh mini fluffy pancakes loaded with sweet drizzles and toppings. Perfect for a treat while you shop the vendor market!
Live Music on the Main Stage | 11 am-3 pm
Come jam out with Northwest Passage, a talented group of musicians bringing together influences from folk, Americana, country blues, R&B, and rock and roll.
Happy Life Animal Rescue – Dog Adoptions | 11 am-3 pm
Happy Life Animal Rescue (HLAR) is a nonprofit, foster-based animal rescue based in Pawling, serving the Hudson Valley and beyond. They’ll be joining us in the courtyard with adorable adoptable dogs looking for their fur-ever home, along with lots of information about volunteering, fostering, and adoption!
All candidates are required to fill out an application prior to adoption placements. If you are interested in adopting one of their dogs on-site, you must have an approved application beforehand: Fill out an adoption application on their website linked here to be approved before you come.
See what dogs are currently available here: Available Animals at HLAR.
Wagon Rides | 11 am-3 pm
Sit back and relax on a scenic wagon ride throughout the orchard! Orchard Admission tickets will be available to purchase day-of at our Orchard Shed when you arrive. Tickets will include admission to the orchard, wagon rides, and close access to see our three friendly sheep.
Please note: While we were initially on track to have a "normal" bloom time, the unseasonably warm weather we're having in mid-April is pushing our blossoms open much earlier than anticipated. While we will likely be past bloom by the time of the event, it’s still a beautiful time to enjoy a peaceful wagon ride through the orchard!
Treasury Cider Bar | 11 am-7 pm
This festival takes place during Cider Week New York - the largest statewide week-long celebration of hard cider in the U.S., highlighting New York as a leading cider-producing region. It’s the perfect excuse to spend the day sipping something local. In celebration, enjoy All Day Happy Hour pricing of 10% off all cider pours, flights and bar bites during open hours from May 2nd-May 10th!
Those 21+ can enjoy hard cider by the glass or flight crafted from start to finish at Fishkill Farms, exclusively using fruit from our orchard. The bar will also be serving cocktails, local beer and wine, and a Bites menu including local cheese plates, mezze boards, and Bavarian pretzels. Our featured cocktail for this event is the Parker Posey, made with Treasury Cider Pommeau and Anther, Fishkill Farms Elderflower Lemongrass and Lavender Tincture, Black Dirt Distilling Applejack and Lime.
View the full menu here: Cider Bar Menu.
Fishkill Farms Farm Store | 9 am-5 pm
Stop inside the farm store and Spin to Win! Make any purchase over $10 and get the chance to spin our prize wheel. Spend over $50 and receive a ticket to enter a Fishkill Farms Basket raffle!
Our farm store is your go-to place to find our famous cider donuts made fresh daily and seasonal farm-fresh vegetables grown right on-site, as well as a delectable variety of locally produced baked goods, meats, fish, cheeses, yogurt, honey, maple syrup, coffee, tea, and so much more. Shop artisanal bath and body products, kitchenware, home goods along with Fishkill Farms apparel. We also carry a wide selection of New York State hard cider (including our own Treasury Cider), wines, beers, and liquors.
—FAQ’s—
Admission: Admission tickets are not required to visit the Farm Store, Treasury Cider Bar, vendor market, food truck, live music stage, or HLAR's dog adoption booth.
If you would like to enter the orchard and take a wagon ride, you must purchase an Orchard Admission Ticket at the walk-up shed at the entrance of our orchard when you arrive. Tickets are $5 per-person or $20 for a group of 5 ($4 for each additional admission over 5 people) and are non-refundable. Children under 2 are free and 2026 Member's Choice CSA members are free.
Will there be blossoms on the trees? While we were initially on track to have a "normal" bloom time, the unseasonably warm weather we're having in mid-April is pushing our blossoms open much earlier than anticipated. As always with farming, we are at the mercy of Mother Nature - and while we can do our best to make predictions, she always gets the last word. While we will likely be past bloom by the date of the event, it will still be a beautiful time to enjoy a peaceful wagon ride through the orchard!
Parking: Parking is free! Please park in our large main lot located on the righthand side of our driveway when you enter.
Orchard and courtyard parking are unavailable for this event. Do not park in the marked employee lot.
Weather: This event is rain or shine, with no alternative rain date.
Pet Policy:
Due to the Food Safety Modernization Act, *dogs and other pets are not allowed into the orchard, in pick-your-own areas, or anywhere where food is grown.
Dogs are not allowed inside our Farm Store.
Dogs are allowed in our main courtyard where the vendor market, food truck and live music will be held, as well as on our Treasury Cider porch. They must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after.
This means if you purchase an orchard admission ticket to take a wagon ride, you will not be able to bring your dog with you.
*Service animals protected by the ADA that are trained to perform a specific task may accompany their owners where they need. Emotional support animals are not covered under the ADA.
Have more questions? Please refer to our FAQ & What to Expect page!
—Attending Vendors—
Catsview Farm: Hand milked and homemade goat milk soap and lotion made in small batches in the Hudson Valley.
American Herbal Tea: Unique and delicious organic tea blends with herbs sourced from Vermont farms to improve your health and boost your happiness.
Horton House Scone Company: All of their baked goods are 100% gluten-free, vegan and delicious! Everything is made in a 100% gluten-free and vegan facility using high protein, high fiber, less sweet, all natural non GMO ingredients.
Hudson Valley Skin Care: Experience freshly made, farm-to-face skincare with Hudson Valley Skin Care. Each product incorporates ingredients local to the Hudson Valley. Proudly donating 1% back to American Farmland Trust, Hudson Valley Skin Care offers goat milk face care, bar soaps, body lotions, candles, and much more goodies under $30. Formulated by a cosmetic chemist and woman-owned, they have been making skincare since 2011.
Ritual Room NY: Their candle and ceramics collection is where ritual meets artistry. Each piece is handcrafted to elevate everyday moments into sacred our creations are made to hold space, set energy, and bring beauty to your rituals at home.
The Brass Bee Mercantile: The Brass Bee is based in the beautiful Hudson Valley, bringing carefully curated home decor and natural non toxic beautifully designed candles, directly to your doorstep. They are committed to serving locally by offering free local delivery, and giving back to their community.
Homestead Harvest: Donna’s family owned a chain of bakeries in the 1990’s where the idea of producing bread became to deliver the most fresh, best tasting bread to the public – and they took pride in it. After Donna’s husband developed cancer, she followed his advice and put her baking and cooking skills to work, where she has experienced a lot of joy working beside others with her views on creating the best products (jams, jellies, breads and handmade kitchen items) at great prices while supporting local farms and artisans.
Dee Laser Dogs: Their family business creates unique and charming dog-themed items using laser cutting machines, woodworking tools, and sewing machines. Their collection includes wall decor, leash holders, cutting boards, slate charcuterie, coasters, wallets, purses, totes, and more – all designed to celebrate the joy and companionship of our canine friends.
Katie Rose Bakery: The mission at Katie Rose Bakery is to provide dessert to all, no matter what your dietary restriction. Everyone needs a little dessert – they just want to make you smile!
Joan’s Heart Studio: Joan’s Heart Studio is a labor of love. The artist, Anne Marie, creates to honor the memory of her mother Joan, who passed away from breast cancer. Her vibrant floral artwork (hand-painted wine glasses/vases and on canvas) symbolize beauty, happiness, and serenity.
Beezix Candy Fudge: Beezix Candy offers over 20 flavors of fresh handmade fudge and has nostalgic candy. With an excellent assortment of fudge there is a flavor for everyone to enjoy. Life is short…Make it sweet!
Natural Livity: Natural Livity is a plant-centered wellness brand offering vegan, gluten-free, and soy-free foods, herbal teas, and fresh cold-pressed beverages. Their menu is inspired by Jamaican and Southern traditions, featuring bold spices, vibrant vegetables, and comforting classics reimagined in a clean, nourishing way. Their products are made with organic ingredients and intentional practices rooted in sustainability, wellness, and ancestral traditions. Each offering blends culture and creativity to bring a fresh, feel-good experience to the community!
HerbalWitch Organics: HerbalWitch Organics handcrafts CBD products from organically homegrown herbs, hemp and CBD plants, carefully hand pressed so the entire plant is utilized harnessing its full healing potential. Start living a naturally pain-free, calm, healthy lifestyle.
Blue Fox Books: Blue Fox Books in Walden, NY is a community oriented space for readers of all ages. They sell gently used and some new books, stationery, journals, and literary gift items. Blue Fox Books special orders, currates book collections, and hosts special events. Visit them in person or shop with them online!
AyurSome Wellness: AyurSome Wellness makes organic functional teas and ancient grain biscuits rooted in Ayurveda - thoughtfully crafted to support digestion, immunity, and everyday balance. Woman-founded, small-batch, and delicious.
Daisy de Puthod Fine Art: Born in Paris, France to a family of artists, early on being exposed and encouraged in art, Daisy de Puthod knew from an early age she would be an artist. Comfortable in all mediums, Daisy believes in the value of a strong drawing foundation. She has now found her passion in plein-air painting in oils or acrylics, and will have fine-art prints of the Hudson Valley, gardens and food available.
Hudson Valley Pantry: Artisanal jams, salsas, pickles, and local honey, all crafted in small batches using locally sourced ingredients with no additives or preservatives.
Cedar Works Studio: Cedar Works Studio, your destination for small-batch handmade artisanal ceramics. Each piece is handmade and thoughtfully crafted with great care, reflecting the beauty of the Hudson Valley.
Jeanette's All Natural Bakery: Jeanette's All-Natural Bakery creates cookie and brownie mixes that are free of preservatives and artificial additives. They are nut-free and simple to make - the perfect mix for busy families who are short on time but refuse to sacrifice quality ingredients!
Coast to Coast Dog Treats: The inspiration for Coast to Coast started when Linda (owner) moved to California, where she discovered the organic lifestyle. After returning east, the frustration with her West Highland White Terrier's lifelong allergies grew. It proved virtually impossible to find healthy options for dogs with allergies, and it was then that she vowed to create a treat with simple ingredients that dogs could benefit and thrive from. After 6 months of nutritional value research and developing her own recipes, Coast to Coast Dog Treats was born in January of 2011!
Speakeasy Motors American Whiskey: Local craft distillery from Pine Bush using locally grown and sourced grains and fruits for whiskies, vodkas, brandy and liqueurs.
Wisdom & Whimsy: Cheryl's grandmother taught her the basics of sewing when she was just 10 years old. When Home Economics was a required course in school, she learned the mechanics of sewing from a pattern. As an adult, Cheryl made many of her own clothes. When she became a mother and, eventually, a grandmother, she took pride and pleasure in making baby and children's clothing. Through the years, she has made evening gowns, Christening gowns, coats and quilts. For the last few years, Cheryl has concentrated on children's sun hats and winter hats, adult aprons and tote bags. For the festival, you can expect to shop small, medium, and large tote bags!
Coffea Olea: A new Hudson Valley–based business offering premium extra virgin olive oils and specialty coffee, thoughtfully sourced for quality and origin. Focused on small-batch products and simple, elevated everyday use, Coffea Olea brings together culinary and coffee traditions into a unique local experience.