FAQ

.🍭 Sugar Rush Sweet & Snack Expo – FAQ

📅 When is Sugar Rush?

Saturday, August 15, 2026

📍 Where is Sugar Rush held?

York Expo Center – Old Main Building
York, Pennsylvania

⏰ What are the event hours?

Sugar Rush runs 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM and is split into two sessions to allow for better flow and less crowding.

**Free Parking

🍬 Session 1

  • VIP Entry: 10:00 AM

  • General Admission: 11:00 AM

  • Session Ends: 2:00 PM

🍬 Session 2

  • VIP Entry: 3:00 PM

  • General Admission: 4:00 PM

  • Event Ends: 7:00 PM

🚪 Doors will close from 2:00–3:00 PM for vendor restock and reset.
🍔 Food trucks & Kids Zone outside will remain open during this time.

🎟️ What ticket options are available?

  • General Admission

  • VIP Tickets

  • Kids Zone Pass

  • Live Class Tickets (Cookie Decorating & Wax Melt Classes)

Tickets are sold per session unless otherwise noted.

🌟 What’s included with VIP tickets?

VIP tickets include:

  • Early entry

  • Exclusive VIP sampling

  • VIP lounge access

  • Charcuterie cups

  • Tote bag with exclusive coupons, samples & surprises

  • Raffle ticket

  • Exclusive voting for Best Sampler Vendor

  • Limited quantity (VIP sells out every year!)

👧 Is Sugar Rush family-friendly?

Yes! Sugar Rush is fun for all ages.

🎉 Kids Zone

The Kids Zone is presented by Atomic Bounce and includes:

  • Bounce houses

  • Games

  • Unlimited access throughout the event with a Kids Zone pass

🍰 What competitions are happening?

Sugar Rush features exciting food & dessert competitions including:

  • Cake Decorating Competition

  • Snack & Flavor Competitions

  • Beverage Competitions

All competitions are judged by professional judges, including those who have competed on Food Network and national food competitions.

🎓 What live classes are available?

We offer interactive live classes during Sugar Rush, including:

  • Cookie Decorating Class hosted by Beehive Cookie Co.

  • Macaron Wax Melt Class hosted by Melting Moments by Stacie

⚠️ Class tickets are limited and often sell out.

🛍️ What kinds of vendors will be there?

Sugar Rush is a curated Sweet & Snack Expo, featuring:

  • Dessert & snack vendors

  • Prepackaged food & drink vendors

  • Craft vendors with sweet/snack-themed products

  • Food trucks outside in the picnic area

To reduce duplication, we limit the number of vendors per category.

🚚 Will there be food trucks?

Yes! Food trucks will be located outside near the Kids Zone with picnic tables and seating available.

🧁 Are vendors still being accepted?

Yes!
We are still accepting select vendors and food trucks.
Apply at 👉 sugarrushdessertfestival.com

📸 Can I take photos or videos?

Absolutely! We encourage guests to capture and share their Sugar Rush experience.
📲 Tag us and use #SugarRushExpo

❓ Who do I contact with questions?

📧 Email: Sweetcsevents@gmail.com
🌐 Website: sugarrushdessertfestival.com
📲 Facebook & Instagram: Sugar Rush Sweet & Snack Expo

How can I become a sponsor? We offer various sponsorship opportunities to help promote your brand at the event. Reach out to us for more information on packages and benefits.

How do I stay updated on the event? Follow us on social media- Sugar Rush Dessert festival page, Sugar Rush 2025 event page, and sign up for email updates to stay informed about vendor opportunities, ticket releases, competitions, and more surprises!

Near by lodging- We have put together a list of hotels that are in close distance of the event for our out of town guests!

Nearby Hotel Accommodations

If you prefer hotel accommodations, here are several nearby options with a variety of amenities to suit your needs:

  1. Hampton Inn & Suites York South

  • Location: 2159 S Queen St, York, PA 17402

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 5 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

  1. Home2 Suites by Hilton York

  • Location: 212 Pauline Dr, York, PA 17402

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 5.5 miles

  • Features: Pet-friendly, free breakfast, kitchenette in rooms

  1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites York

  • Location: 140 Leader Heights Rd, York, PA 17403

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 4.5 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

  1. Heritage Hills Golf Resort

  • Location: 2700 Mt Rose Ave, York, PA 17402

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 6 miles

  • Features: Golf course, spa, multiple dining options

  1. Courtyard by Marriott York

  • Location: 2799 Concord Rd, York, PA 17402

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 6.5 miles

  • Features: Indoor pool, fitness center, on-site dining

  1. Wingate by Wyndham York

  • Location: 105 State St, York, PA 17404

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 4 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

  1. Wyndham Garden York

  • Location: 2000 Loucks Rd, York, PA 17408

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 3.5 miles

  • Features: Indoor pool, restaurant, pet-friendly

  1. Comfort Inn & Suites York

  • Location: 2250 N George St, York, PA 17406

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 6 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, fitness center, business center

  1. Best Western Westgate Inn

  • Location: 1415 Kenneth Rd, York, PA 17408

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 3 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, fitness center, pet-friendly

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, York, PA

  • Location: 245 St Charles Way, York, PA 17402

  • Distance to York Fairgrounds: Approximately 5 miles

  • Features: Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

We look forward to seeing you at Sugar Rush 2026! Whether you’re camping on-site or staying at a nearby hotel, we hope you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.