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A Faerie Themed Festival Is Coming To New York And It’s Pure Magic

Published Sep 1, 2022

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Christy Articola

Do you believe in faeries? If so, great! If not, you likely will after you visit the NY Faerie Festival in Ouaquaga near Harpursville and Binghamton. This event happens one weekend in June every year and it's very, very special - and magical, too! Be sure to put this interesting and intriguing New York festival on your calendar - don't miss it - after you go once, you'll want to go every year. Read on to learn more.

The NY Faerie Festival is a deep dive into the whimsical and extraordinary. Set in a forest setting along a creek, you'll love exploring this special space, and meeting the creatures who inhabit it.

Entrance to the New York Faerie Festival, featuring a stone castle archway with a wooden sign above.
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When you attend this magcial event, you'll have the opportunity to meet real live faeries in person! That's not the only kind of mystical creature you'll find there, though.

Two women in colorful, whimsical costumes stand in a lush green forest, surrounded by vibrant wings and floral accessories.
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You'll also find some mermaids who live in the creek. They'll sing to you all day if you let them.

Two mermaids with colorful body paint sit on rocks in a stream, surrounded by greenery.
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You'll have the opportunity meet some garden gnomes, as well.

A group of five people dressed as garden gnomes, holding a sign that says "GET OFF MY LAWN!" in a forested area.
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Of course, if you want to cross the foot bridge, you'll have to pay a toll to the bridge trolls.

A group of people in primitive costumes, covered in mud, posing playfully among trees in a forest setting.
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And of course you're sure to encounter some wood sprites, too.

A group of men dressed in leafy costumes, posing together in a forest setting, with greenery and props.
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In addition to meetings with amazing creatures of all kinds, there's also lots of live music to enjoy.

A band performs on stage with a trumpet, guitar, and violin, set in a cozy outdoor venue.
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There are dozens of vendors selling their wares in the forest.

A vibrant outdoor market with colorful tents, people browsing, and lush greenery surrounding the pathway.
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You can also watch and participate in parades!

A colorful parade with participants in nature-themed costumes, carrying banners and decorations, walking on a dirt path.
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Everything about the NY Faerie Festival is pure magic. Plan your visit to this enchanting and enchanted place for June's annual event today.

A painted stone sign reading "Faerie Festival," surrounded by green foliage and flowers.
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Your time at this festival is something that you will never forget! If you're looking for more exciting festivals to check out in New York this year, read this post: The 9 Best Small-Town New York Festivals You’ve Never Heard Of

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