The Hoochenanny Whiskey Festival
Presented by Iron Smoke Distillery
Music. Whiskey. Culture. When the Inaugural Hoochenanny Whiskey Festival comes to town, that is what the weekend is all about. A celebration of New York craftmanship including local culinary, craft whiskey & cocktails, and an invigorating music lineup will be held here in Geneseo October 21st- 22nd! We invite you to continue reading for a rundown on the VIP packages, festival details, and so much more.
Festival Details
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The Main Festival will be held Saturday October 21, 2023 at Geneseo Village Park, 132 Main St, Geneseo, NY 14454. The Friday portion of the festival is for those who have purchased the 2 day, Whole Expedition VIP package. Continue reading for more ticket information!
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Gates open for Hoochenanny Festival on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 12pm. Festival concludes at 10pm. The exact music set times are to be announced closer to the Festival.
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Regarding rideshare options after the event, we recommend coordinating your return transportation in advance. Due to the number of festival goers rideshare availability may be sparse!
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For more information on frequently asked questions, visit the Hoochenanny Website FAQ Page.
Ticket Information & VIP Packages
At the Hoochenanny Festival, you can party like a Rockstar all weekend long! Below is a breakdown of the unique level of tickets offered at this one of a kind event. We have outlined what each ticket includes, so you can plan accordingly! Tickets can be purchased on the indivual buttons below or on the Hoochenanny Website.
One-Day General Admission Ticket
This $39.99 ticket includes Saturday access to the music, Makers Fair, curated food offerings, and uncommon experiences!
Enjoy the music, hospitality, and cultivate the uncommon on Saturday October 22nd! Take advantage of the incredible artist lineup, whiskey, and the unique culture of the makers highlighting local NY distilleries and craftmanship.
The Saturday One-Day VIP Ticket
This $100 ticket includes SATURDAY ONLY ACCESS to music, the VIP lounge, and Rickhouse Rendezvous.
The VIP lounge hosts a private bar with a first-come, first-serve exclusive seating area and a stage viewing area. Additionally, there will be some fun experiential elements for you to enjoy. This ticket comes with access to the Rickhouse Rendezvous, including samples from different NY distilleries, along with programming on the History of New York and Whiskey, amongst other topics!
This includes:
Whiskey samplings from 13 New York-based distilleries
One-of-a-kind creative whiskey cocktails that cannot be found anywhere else at the festival
Pop-up talks and experiential elements to create an experience you'll not soon forget
The Whole Expedition VIP Ticket
This $350 ticket level includes VIP access to all of the festivities for both Friday and Saturday.
Friday, October 20th - This is a showcase of the Best of the Finger Lakes held at the Wadsworth Homestead! This sip-and-stroll event features complimentary libations, chef-curated small bites from the best purveyors in the area, and more, on the lawn of the Homestead with an intimate concert from national touring artist Sam Grisman Project.
This includes:
Regionally celebrated bites from The Normal in Lima, Rio Tamale in Canandaigua, Park Inn Hammondsport, and Crisp in Rochester.
Enjoy complimentary tastings and special concoctions from O-Neh-Da Vineyards, Point on the Bluff Vineyards, Iron Smoke Whiskey, and Hinny Hard Seltzer.
Explore giveaways and gain insight from some of the hidden gems of the Finger Lakes - Naples Maple Farm, The Strathallan Hotel & Spa, and Niagara Label.
Already thinking it’s too good to be true? There is even more to be added in the coming weeks!
Saturday, October 21st - Enjoy access to the VIP lounge and a private bar with a first-come, first-serve private seating area, as well as a VIP-only stage viewing area of the music artists featured. Fun, interactive elements will make for a weekend of extraordinary in all of the most unordinary ways.
That's not everything - The Whole Expedition comes with access to the Rickhouse Rendezvous, an immersive ancillary event at the festival that brings together current connoisseurs and future enthusiasts with NY-made whiskey brands for tastings, educational talks, and signature cocktails.
This includes:
Whiskey samplings from 13 New York-based distilleries
One-of-a-kind creative whiskey cocktails that cannot be found anywhere else at the festival
Pop-up talks and experiential elements to create an experience you'll not soon forget
Another bonus, the Whole Expedition VIP Ticket includes nearby VIP parking for both days! No other ticketing level has reserved parking access. Gates open at 12pm, and will go until 10pm.
Have you already purchased your GA tickets but want to upgrade to VIP?
Email info@hoochenanny.com for a VIP upgrade code for either the Great Expedition ($210) or Saturday Only ($60).
Live Music Lineup
Get Ready to Rock!
Hoochenanny is known for its invigorating music lineup of regional and national artists.
We hope this taste of what is to come at Hoochenanny leaves you wanting even more come October! This one of a kind celebration of New York craftmanship, whiskey, and music is truly something you will not want to miss. For more information regarding the festival, questions, or tickets, visit the Hoochenanny Website below! We can’t wait to see you there!
