Hudson Valley Magazine names 2026 Best of Hudson Valley winners
Hudson Valley Magazine has announced more than 200 winners in its 2026 Best of Hudson Valley awards, with the celebration set for Sept. 16 at City Winery Hudson Valley in Montgomery. Tickets are on sale now for the 21-and-over event, which features food, drinks, entertainment and interactive brand activations.
Why it matters: - The Best of Hudson Valley awards spotlight the businesses, restaurants, professionals, destinations and experiences that shape the region’s economy and daily life. - The annual program has become a reader-driven guide to local favorites across dining, wellness, retail, entertainment, home services and tourism. - The Sept. 16 celebration is one of the region’s marquee events and brings together winners, sponsors and attendees in one place.
What happened: - Hudson Valley Magazine announced the winners of the 2026 Best of Hudson Valley. - More than 200 local favorites earned the 2026 distinction after an online nomination and voting process. - The winners appear in the September issue of Hudson Valley Magazine. - The 2026 Best of Hudson Valley Party is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16, at City Winery Hudson Valley in Montgomery, New York. - The event runs from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The details: - Readers generated hundreds of thousands of votes during the nomination and voting rounds. - The event will include music, entertainment, immersive experiences and interactive brand activations. - Guests will get unlimited samples from award-winning restaurants, wineries, breweries, distilleries and beverage partners from across the Hudson Valley. - Tickets are available now through event ticketing information. - Guests must be 21 or older, and valid ID is required. - Tickets can also be purchased at the door. - The event is presented with support from partners including City Winery Hudson Valley, Blue Moon, Heineken, Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors, Williams Lumber & Home Centers, Skin by Eve, Sheeley Roofing, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts and The Millbrook Inn.
Between the lines: - The awards program doubles as both a media franchise and a live-event platform for Hudson Valley Magazine. - The heavy reader participation shows the rankings have strong local engagement and built-in audience interest. - The sponsor lineup suggests the event is also a regional marketing opportunity for consumer brands and local businesses.
What's next: - Hudson Valley Magazine will host the 2026 Best of Hudson Valley Party on Sept. 16. - The magazine will continue promoting the winning businesses and experiences through its September issue and other channels. - Hudson Valley Magazine says the winners and event remain central to how it connects readers with the region’s people and places.
The bottom line: - The 2026 Best of Hudson Valley list is now public, and the in-person celebration arrives next month in Montgomery.
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