Hudson River Shad Festivals
Festivals that celebrate
the return
of the shad to the Hudson River
Spring 2005
 Alosa sapidissima American shad |
In the early spring, when the forsythia is in bud, the first shad begin their run up the Hudson River. During spawning, shad arrive in large schools, running up the rivers where they slowly adjust to the change from salt to fresh water. While a large number of American shad run up the Delaware River, the biggest run on the east coast is in the Hudson River Estuary.
The Latin name for American shad is Sapidissima, which means “most delicious”. From a culinary standpoint, the female shad is more desirable than the male or buck, not only for its roe, but also because it’s a larger and fatter fish, providing an ideal fillet for all recipes. Shad fillets, with all the bones removed, are a delicious culinary experience that for many is an important event of Spring.
Below is a list of the some of the festivals where fresh Hudson River shad will be served.
| April 30 Noon to 4 pm |
Annual Hudson River Festival & Shad Bake Commercial fishermen and local historians share tales. Live entertainment, food, arts and crafts. St. Charles Church, 432 Valentine Avenue, Sparkill, NY 845-359-3509 |
| May 14 Noon to 4 pm |
Riverfest, Memorial Park, Nyack Rockland Friends of Clearwater This annual celebration of the beauty and the bounty of the Hudson is an opportunity to raise public awareness and promote responsible stewardship of the region’s natural resources. It will include entertainment for children and adults and participation by area environmental organizations and local artists. Shad will be served. Any materials or exhibits you would like to share with the community are welcome. |
| May 15 Noon to 5 pm |
The Riverkeeper
Shad Festival To purchase tickets over the phone please call Teresa Walsh at 845.424.4149 ext. 243 or email at twalsh@riverkeeper.org. To volunteer please call Liz Nolan at 845-424-4149 ext. 226 or email at enolan@riverkeeper.org. |
| May 15 11am to 5 pm |
Riverlovers Shadfest Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson 914-286-7482 |
| May 21 11am to 5 pm |
Hudson
River Shad Festival The Catskill Point, 1 Main St, Catskill, NY Authentic Shad Bake sponsored by The Hudson River Foundation. Music, Education, and children activities. Andy Turner at 518-622-9820 |
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