Getting Here

Everything you need to arrive with ease—directions, parking, and simple tips for a smooth festival experience.

Festival Location

Ulster County Fairgrounds
249 Libertyville Road
New Paltz, NY 12561

Please follow festival parking signs as you get closer—event traffic may be directed slightly differently than GPS.

Driving Directions

From New York City:
Take I-87 North (NYS Thruway) to Exit 18 (New Paltz), then follow local roads toward the Ulster County Fairgrounds.

From Albany / North:
Take I-87 South to Exit 18 (New Paltz), then follow signs to the fairgrounds.

From Western NY / Pennsylvania:
Take the most direct route to New Paltz via I-87 or surrounding highways, then follow posted festival signage.

Rochester ~4 hr 30 min by car
Syracuse ~3 hr 15 min by car
Boston ~3 hr 30 min by car
Hartford ~2 hr by car
Northern New Jersey ~1 hr 30 min by car
Philadelphia ~3 hr 15 min by car

Parking & Arrival

Parking:
On-site parking will be available at the fairgrounds—please follow event staff and posted signage upon arrival.

*Important Travel Tip:

There are TWO main ways into New Paltz:

Route 299 through downtown (Main Street) – this will be the busiest and slowest route, especially midday
Back routes (Libertyville Rd / Route 32 / surrounding roads) – typically much easier and less congested

If possible, avoid driving through downtown New Paltz and approach from the outer roads for a smoother arrival.

Arrival Tip:
Arriving early is the easiest way to avoid traffic and get parked quickly.

Festival Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Public Transportation

Traveling without a car? There are several easy ways to reach New Paltz from NYC and Albany.

From NYC:

Bus (most direct option):

Trailways offers direct service from NYC (Port Authority) to New Paltz.