SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026

10 am - 5 pm



Welcome to New York State’s premier gathering of cheesemakers!

Join us in celebrating the rich history of dairying in New York and supporting the local businesses that continue these traditions! Featuring over 120 different cheeses, plus locally made artisan foods and craft beverages.

Taste New York cheese

With sessions hosted with the help of the New York State Cheese Council and The Cheese Traveler, guests will enjoy guided tastings while learning about the science, history, craftsmanship, and techniques that make every style of cheese unique!

Little Falls is a scenic little city nestled besides the Erie Canal. Once a global cheese capital, it is now the meeting place for the next generation of New York’s best cheesemakers.

A map of New York state, with a slice of cheese pointing to the city of Little Falls, NY.
A map of New York state, with a slice of cheese pointing to the city of Little Falls, NY.

A hidden gem in Upstate New York

With 65 NY-based vendors, almost half of whom are cheesemakers, you’ll be sure to find a new favorite dairy delight. Celebrate your finds by enjoying a performance by local musicians.

A full day for exploring cheese

Making cheese is a labor of love. We wouldn’t be able to run this festival without the help of our sponsors!

A group project

THE 2026 CHEESE FESTIVAL WILL BE HELD ON

Saturday, October 3

10 am - 5 pm

Main Street, Little Falls, NY