[ 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
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
Community Events
Warwick hosts a robust calendar of community events throughout the year. Check the Village of Warwick and local organizations for current details.
Warwick Applefest
OctoberThe Taste of Warwick
SeptemberFood Truck Festival
Jun/JulFarmers' Market
May-OctSummer Concert Series
SummerFireman's Carnival
JuneWarwick Arts Festival
SummerYear-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.
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.
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.