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Your 2025 Sober-Friendly New York Travel Guide

by Katie Skrzek

Jan 15, 2025

Taughannock Falls © NYS Dept. of Economic Dev.

Destinations / North America

Whether traveling for Dry January or beyond, New York offers family travelers alcohol-free experiences across some of its most popular tourism regions.

 

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Saratoga Spa State Park © NYS Dept. of Economic Dev.

Capital-Saratoga

This region is home to many wellness and cultural attractions. Relax and recharge at Roosevelt Baths and Spa. Explore snowy trails at Saratoga Spa State Park. Enrich your visit at Albany Institute of History and Art and New York State Museum. Nestle in for a cup of tea at Saratoga Tea & Honey Company. Enjoy a mocktail nightcap at modern speakeasy Hamlet & Ghost.

 

Central New York

Take part in outdoor adventures and alcohol-free dining experiences. Woods Valley Ski Area hosts an array of winter sport activities, from snow tubing to night skiing. For a unique selection of non-alcoholic beers and mocktails, check out CopperTop Tavern in Vestal, and 205 Dry and Garage Taco Bar in Binghamton.

 

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Albany Institute of History and Art © NYS Dept. of Economic Dev.

Finger Lakes

While this region might be best known for its wineries, there are plenty of sober-friendly experiences. Emerald Cocktail Kitchen and Tallman Cocktail Club in Syracuse host Dry January events and zero-proof drink options. Go on a scenic winter hike at Buttermilk Falls State Park or Taughannock Falls State Park.

 

Greater Niagara

Buffalo-based event company Sober One Six hosts alcohol-free events like a Dry January Sober Rave (Jan. 18). Other can’t-miss attractions in the region include Niagara Falls State Park, Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, and Buffalo AKG Art Museum.

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