Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend

Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend A celebration of Phelps history as the one time largest producer of Sauerkraut in the world. The festival features everything sauerkraut (and cabbage).

For the past 55 years, Phelps, New York has held a Sauerkraut Festival (Weekend) to commemorate the time when Phelps was the sauerkraut capital of the world. Food, contests, arts and crafts, rides, and more! The Sauerkraut Festival was featured on the Food Network. Each year we crown the Sauerkraut Festival Prince and Princess and let them cut the sauerkraut cake. As always, ADMISSION IS FREE to t

he festival grounds and many of the activities around the village. Sauerkraut Weeknd will be held August 3-6 all over Phelps, including August 3-5 at the firemen’s field. As we book new events, etc. we will posting them on PhelpsNY.com. Do you want something different to do? Why not spend the day at the Phelps Sauerkraut Festival and see why SAUERKRAUT IS KING!!

We’re thrilled to share this breathtaking aerial drone footage of our festival, created by Kory Klix, a Phelps native wh...
08/15/2025

We’re thrilled to share this breathtaking aerial drone footage of our festival, created by Kory Klix, a Phelps native who returned home for the event. Now we can all relive some of the highlights until we get to do it again IRL next August!

Support local talent: Kory’s business, Aerial Drone Services, provides personalized and professional-quality aerial photography and videography. If you’re looking for stunning aerial shots or video coverage, check out Aerial Drone Services and let him know how much we appreciate his work.

https://www.aerialdroneservices1.com/

Check out the video below and let us know your favorite aerial moment!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8ZXCt3o8t0

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Visiting Upstate NY for a short vacay. Got to njoy the Parade and Fireworks. Was a good time

The Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend was once again a massive success and it wouldn’t have been possible without the generous s...
08/06/2025

The Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend was once again a massive success and it wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our amazing sponsors! 🥳🌭🥬

From the live entertainment and parade to the contests, food, and family fun, your contributions helped make it all happen.

💚We encourage everyone to take a moment to check out and support the local businesses and organizations invoved. These are the folks who invest in our community. You can return the favor and show them our appreciation year-round!

Let’s keep the momentum going and make next year even better! 💚🥬

08/05/2025

Congratulations to our Parade Winners!

Fire Dept Winners:
Best Appearing (5-9): 1st place - Clifton Springs
2nd place - Fairville
Best Appearing (10-19): 1st place - Oaks Corners
Best Appearing (20+): Geneva
Most Men in Line: Geneva
Best Appearing Pumper/Engine: Oaks Corners 3231
Best Appearing Ladder: Clifton Springs 581
Beat Appearing Rescue/Ambulance: Waterloo 1641
Best Appearing Antique Apparatus: Fairville
Best Appearing FD/Color Guard: Geneva
Best Appearing non-FD/Veteran/Legion Color Guard: 1st place - Seeley B Parish Post 457
Best Appearing Musical Ensemble: 1st place - Clyde Saxton Band 2nd place - Cellar Savers & Towpath Fife & Drum

Community Groups:
Best Representation of Theme: 1st place - Community Bank 2nd place - Bellona IH Tractor Club
Most Creative - 1st place - Smokin Tails Distillery 2nd place - Lehigh Valley Snow Riders Club
Best Community Organization: 1st place - Phelps Community Center 2nd place - Phelps Historical Society
Judges Choice - 1st place - FLX retreats 2nd place - Community Bank

Thank you all for your participation! We look forward to seeing you again next year’ 🥳🚒

Fun for all ages downtown! Happening now! Join us 💚🥬
08/03/2025

Fun for all ages downtown! Happening now! Join us 💚🥬

08/03/2025
08/03/2025
08/03/2025

🎉 Final Day of the 2025 Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend

🔈All Events Downtown! 🎉
Sunday, August 3rd | Downtown Phelps

The festival grounds may be quiet, but we’re keeping the fun going for one more day!

Phelps is buzzing with family fun, food, and live music! Come enjoy the final day of Sauerkraut Weekend with your friends and neighbors.

🍽️Food Options Galore
🍩Dainty donuts
🌮Taco Mafia
🌭Finger Lakes Hots

🕤 9:30 AM
Worship in the Park
Methodist Park (weather permitting)
Start your Sunday with a community gathering in the park.

🎶 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Live Music by Johnny B
Front of the historic Phelps Hotel

🎉 Kid Zone Fun – GoNetspeed Parking Lot
• Chalk Art
• Face Painting
• Inflatable Axe Throwing
• Giant rock wall

FREE KRAUT UNTIL ITS OUT!

AND MORE!

🆔 Child ID Program
Otis & Lisa’s Pizza – Keep your little ones safe with free child ID cards.

🍗 12:00 PM
Chicken BBQ at the American Legion
Come hungry and enjoy this annual favorite.

🎸 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Live Music by Rockin’ Boots
American Legion – Wrap up the weekend with high-energy country rock!

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🙏 A huge thank you to our sponsors:
• James E. Cheney, CPA PLLC
• Big Oak Golf Course
• The Pizza Coop

Bring the whole family and celebrate one last day of small-town fun, music, and kraut! 🌭🎶🥬

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PO Box 31, 67 Ontario Street
Phelps, NY
14532

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For the past 53 years, Phelps, New York has held a Sauerkraut Festival to commemorate the time when Phelps was the sauerkraut capital of the world. The festival features everything sauerkraut (and cabbage). Food, contests, arts and crafts, rides, and more! The Sauerkraut Festival was featured on the Food Network. Each year we crown the Sauerkraut Festival King and Queen and let them cut the sauerkraut cake. As always, ADMISSION IS FREE to the festival grounds and many of the activities around the village. The Sauerkraut Festival will be held August 1st to the 4th at the Fireman's Field in Phelps. As we book new events, etc. we will posting them on PhelpsNY.com. Do you want something different to do? Why not spend the day at the Phelps Sauerkraut Festival and see why SAUERKRAUT IS KING!!