Plan Your Visit
Make a weekend of your visit to the fiber festival! Nestled in Western New York’s farm country, the Orleans County 4-H Fairgrounds offers a peaceful rural setting within easy reach of Buffalo and Rochester.
Getting Here
The fairgrounds is conveniently located on Route 31 between Buffalo and Rochester, approximately 45 minutes from either metro area and just 10 minutes from the lovely village of Medina. Travel times vary with your starting point and traffic.
Although the cities are close by, the surrounding fields and country roads make you feel as though you’re truly in the heart of rural America.
Orleans County 4-H Fairgrounds
12690 Route 31
Albion, NY 14411
View the fairgrounds on Google Maps and get directions
Stay a Little Longer
There are lovely places to stay, visit, and eat throughout the area. Whether you’re extending your stay or planning a few extra stops around the festival, there’s plenty to explore.
Explore Orleans County Tourism for places to stay, dining, and things to do
Explore the Area
Niagara Wine Trail
Take a scenic drive and discover wineries along the Niagara Wine Trail, which stretches through Niagara, Orleans, and Monroe counties. Check individual wineries for tasting hours and reservation information.
Plan your Niagara Wine Trail visit
Main Street Medina
Spend some time exploring Medina’s historic downtown, with its welcoming shops, boutiques, bookstores, galleries, and places to eat. It’s a lovely spot to browse, enjoy a meal, and soak up the charm of a canal village.
Amish Shops, Quilts, and Fabric
Explore the nearby Amish community around Lyndonville for fabric, handmade goods, and country-store browsing. J C Miller Company is a wonderful stop for quilters, with more than 1,000 fabrics as well as kitchen items, books, toys, and gifts. Dutch Country Market offers bakery and deli items, bulk foods, produce, and Amish-made goods, including handmade quilts.
Visit J C Miller Company
Explore Dutch Country Market
Explore the Orleans County shopping map, including rural Amish and Mennonite shops
Please plan these stops for Saturday or another weekday. Amish community businesses are closed on Sundays. Check individual listings for current hours before you travel.
Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
Enjoy a quieter side of Western New York at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge. Explore nature trails, take in the views from wildlife overlooks, and stop at the visitor center for exhibits and information. It’s a lovely addition to your trip for birdwatching and time outdoors.
Plan your visit to Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
Check attraction hours and visitor information before setting out, especially for Sunday visits.