Where To Try These Unique Hot Chocolate Flavors In The Hudson Valley

Each year, the Hudson Valley gets excited for the return of this popular festival! By looking at the pictures, we can see why we would want to attend it this year as well.

Unique Hot Chocolate Festival Coming To Hudson Valley In 2026

Sip, sip, hooray! It’s the time of year for us to enjoy hot chocolate. Thankfully, we can attend a festival in the Hudson Valley that revolves around this tasty drink.

The Ashokan Center is located in Olivebridge, NY and is known for being,

“An independent music & nature nonprofit”

They take pride in hosting community events that highlight festivals, camps, retreats and more! Shoutout to The Ashokan Center who also shared that they are now a part of the Historic District that is among the State and National Register of Historic Places!

While we already know that this place is incredible, you’re about to learn more! We can visit The Ashokan Center to sip on unique flavored hot chocolates, mmm!

Sip On Banana, Orange And Other Unique Hot Chocolate Flavors In The Hudson Valley

The Hot Chocolate Fest of 2026 will take place at The Ashokan Center in Olivebridge. We can attend this event on Valentine’s Day weekend! On Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 10am until 4pm, The Hot Chocolate Fest is where we can sip on banana, orange and other unique hoc chocolate flavors within Ulster County.

In addition to these tasty drinks, we can also enjoy live music, campfire, winter hikes and more. It seems as if there's something for everyone to enjoy here in addition to purchasing food as well. I love that we can make a blacksmith project at the Hot Chocolate Fest at The Ashokan Center and see an ice sculptor!

Admission starts at $10 per person and kids under the age of 5 are able to get two free cups of yummy hot chocolate!

What Else Can We Do In The Olivebridge and Surrounding NY Area?

After checking out The Ashokan Reservoir in Olivebridge, be sure to add these stops to your destination.

While in the area, visit the Historic Ashokan Covered Bridge and the Ashokan Rail Trail as well! These are fun and historic activities to experience after the Hot Chocolate Festival!

Nearby places that can add even more excitement to this trip is Opus 40, one of my favorite sculpture parks in New York state! Be sure to visit Overlook Mountain and all of its beauty near Woodstock.