The New York State Sheep & Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, scheduled for October 17-18, 2026, is much more than just a knitting event: it’s a friendly and family-oriented gathering that brings together over 300 yarn sellers and artisans. You’ll be immersed in a world of colors and creativity with natural dye workshops, wool competitions, and even sheep shearing demonstrations. For the younger crowd, there are special knitting and sewing workshops that offer valuable learning and fun moments. It’s the perfect place to discover the secrets of local craftsmanship and dive into the wonderful world of wool.
Practical information — New York State Sheep & Wool Festival (Rhinebeck)
- Location : Rhinebeck, NY
- 2026 dates : 2026-10-17 → 2026-10-18
- Official website : sheepandwool.com
Getting to Rhinebeck
By train
- Rhinecliff
By bus
- Dutchess County Fairgrounds
- Astor
- Route 9 & Market Street
About New York State Sheep & Wool Festival (Rhinebeck)
Rhinebeck is a village located in Dutchess County, New York. Founded in 1834, the village has a population of 2,657 and sits at an altitude of 61 meters. It is part of the Poughkeepsie-Kiryas Joel metropolitan area and is included in the largest New York metropolitan area.
Source : Wikipedia
Things to see on site near Rhinebeck, NY
- Lions Club Park Sign
- Rhinebeck High School Sign
- Cove Point
- Umbrella Point
- Kingston Pop Museum — 672 Broadway 12401 Kingston
Where to stay near Rhinebeck, NY
- Whistlewood Farms B&B
- The Rhinecliff — 4 Grinnell Street 12574 Rhinecliff
- Delameter Inn — Montgomery Street 12572 Rhinebeck
Where to eat near Rhinebeck, NY
- Little Goat — 12572 — +1-845-516-7273
- Aroi — 55 East Market Street 12572 Rhinebeck
- Le Petit Bistro — 8 East Market Street 12572 Rhinebeck — +1-845-876-7400
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