Scenic vineyard landscape in the Warwick NY region

[ Community Guide ]

Warwick, NY

A historic Hudson Valley village in Orange County, New York.

[ Overview ]

About Warwick

Warwick is a historic village in the town of Warwick, Orange County, New York. First settled in 1764 and incorporated as a village in 1867, Warwick sits in the heart of the Black Dirt agricultural region, known for its rich farmland and onion farming heritage.

The village center features a vibrant Main Street lined with Victorian-era storefronts, boutique shops, restaurants, candy stores, and galleries. The surrounding area includes working farms, apple orchards, vineyards, and craft breweries. Warwick is part of the Shawangunk Wine Trail and a destination for the Hudson Valley food and beverage scene.

The broader Warwick area includes communities like Florida, Greenwood Lake, Chester, Monroe, and Pine Island, spanning parts of Orange and Sullivan Counties. The Appalachian Trail passes through the area, and Sterling Forest and Wawayanda State Parks provide extensive outdoor recreation. The village maintains over 100 acres of parkland.

COUNTY

Orange County, New York (Hudson Valley)

FIRST SETTLED

1764, incorporated 1867

KEY FEATURE

Shawangunk Wine Trail, Black Dirt agricultural region

NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Florida, Greenwood Lake, Chester, Monroe, Pine Island, Goshen

DISTANCE TO NYC

Approximately 55 miles, 1 to 1.5 hours by car

[ Things to Do ]

Activities & Attractions

Wineries & Breweries

  • Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
  • Applewood Winery
  • Clearview Vineyard
  • Demarest Hill Winery
  • Drowned Lands Brewery
  • Fence Road Farm Brewery
  • Part of the Shawangunk Wine Trail

Outdoor Recreation

  • Sterling Forest State Park
  • Wawayanda State Park
  • Warwick County Park (golf, trails)
  • Mountain Lake Park
  • Appalachian Trail access
  • Stanley Deming Park (10+ acres)
  • 100+ acres of village parkland

Shopping & Dining

  • Victorian Main Street with boutiques
  • Restaurants, cafes, and candy shops
  • Farm stands and specialty food shops
  • Drowned Lands Brewery taproom
  • Orange County Choppers Cafe nearby
  • Black Dirt farm country produce
[ Annual Events ]

Community Events

Warwick hosts a robust calendar of community events throughout the year. Check the Village of Warwick and local organizations for current details.

[ 01 ]

Warwick Applefest

October
[ 02 ]

The Taste of Warwick

September
[ 03 ]

Food Truck Festival

Jun/Jul
[ 04 ]

Farmers' Market

May-Oct
[ 05 ]

Summer Concert Series

Summer
[ 06 ]

Fireman's Carnival

June
[ 07 ]

Warwick Arts Festival

Summer
[ Seasonal ]

Year-Round Activities

SPRING / SUMMER

Warm Season

Farmers market season, winery tours, Applefest prep, garden tours, outdoor dining on Main Street, hiking the Appalachian Trail, lake activities at Greenwood Lake, and summer concert series.

FALL / WINTER

Cool Season

Apple picking and Warwick Applefest, fall foliage drives through the Black Dirt Region, holiday shopping on Main Street, nearby ski resorts, Sterling Forest Renaissance Faire, and fireside dining at local restaurants.

[ Surrounding Areas ]

Nearby Communities

Florida, NY

Village south of Warwick with Glenmere Brewing and local farms.

Greenwood Lake

Lake community northwest of Warwick with waterfront recreation.

Chester, NY

Village with Tin Barn Brewing, antique shops, and a walkable downtown.

Pine Island, NY

Heart of the Black Dirt onion farming region.

[ Local Resources ]

Community Resources

Village of Warwick

villageofwarwickny.gov - Municipal government, public meetings, and village services.

Warwick Historical Society

warwickhistory.org - Local heritage, exhibits, and community events.

Warwick Valley Chamber

Local chamber of commerce with business resources and community information.

Orange County Government

orangecountygov.com - County services, parks, and public resources.

Shawangunk Wine Trail

shawangunkwinetrail.com - Wine trail member wineries and events.

Hello Warwick Valley

hellowarwickvalley.com - Community events and local information.