Enjoy Events & Activities at Clifton Park's 2026 Winterfest Celebration
Date: February 7, 2026
Are you ready for some winter fun with the family? The annual Clifton Park Winterfest is not to be missed! Join the Town of Clifton Park on Saturday, February 7, 2026 for a day of outdoor (and indoor!) winter activities.
Winterfest Kickoff: Park at Dark
The official kickoff to Winterfest, Park at Dark, takes place on Friday, February 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Town Center Park in Clifton Park. This evening celebration features music, bonfires, s'mores, and horse-drawn carriage rides.
Food and drink options include hot cocoa, the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck, and the Kettle Corn NYC food truck. Parking is available at the east and west entrances of Town Center Park as well as along Maxwell Drive.
2026 Clifton Park Winterfest Schedule
Winterfest is a true town-wide celebration with activities and special happenings hosted by local businesses and community locations throughout Clifton Park.
The celebration will include popular spots such as Clifton Park Center Mall, Bowman Orchards, Riverview Orchards, the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, Barney Road Pond, and Vischer Ferry General Store.
Winterfest Highlights at Clifton Park Center Mall
Clifton Park Center Mall will host a variety of activities on Saturday, February 7 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.. The schedule includes several fan-favorite events:
- Outhouse Races and Skillet Toss starting at 12:00 p.m.
- Touch-a-Truck from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Taste of Clifton Park Soup Contest from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Family Festival activities throughout the afternoon
Outdoor and Community Activities
Local businesses and community centers across town are hosting specific seasonal events on Saturday, February 7:
Riverview Orchards
From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., visitors can enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, sledding, bonfires, and sweet treats.
Bowman Orchards
Open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for cross-country skiing, ice skating, bonfires, hot cocoa, and cider.
Winterfest Walk
A guided hike of easy trails begins at 9:30 a.m., offering a chance to view animal tracks and birds.
Robinson Ace Hardware
From 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., this location features DIY birdfeeders, a hot cocoa bar, s'mores by the fire, an in-store scavenger hunt, and a BBQ tasting station.
Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library
A winter-themed story-time starts at 10:00 a.m. featuring seasonal books, hot cocoa, and crafts for children.
Vischer Ferry General Store
Open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. featuring the Holy Crepe Food Truck and a chance to see live owls from Silent Wings.
Heritage Square at Grooms Corner
From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., guests can view antique Valentine cards and historic photographs, take guided tours of Heritage Square, and learn about the historic structures on the town register.
Mark Your Calendar for Winterfest!
Whether you are looking to brave the cold for a guided hike or prefer the warmth of the Taste of Clifton Park Soup Contest, this year's festival offers a perfect blend of community spirit and seasonal excitement.
Be sure to visit the various locations throughout town to make the most of these local traditions and family-friendly activities.
Photos provided by the Town of Clifton Park, keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates.
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