[Updated 9/10/2020]
Summertime is here and with that comes the Hudson Valley Summer Events, Season of Festivals & Special Outdoor Activities!
Hudson Valley Summer Events Season in the Hudson Valley means food, fun and outdoor excitement. And a chance to make A LOT of wonderful memories.
COVID-19 NOTICE
1. Although some of these events are taking place, please follow these guidelines:
Please be safe.
Practice social distancing, wear a mask, wash hands thoroughly and follow all mandates and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (cdc.gov) and NY State and local Governments.
2. Due to the continued concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19, all of these events are subject to cancellation and/or postponement. Check the individual organizations before making plans to attend any event.
Here is the list of Events that I have found throughout the Hudson Valley for this Summer. Go to one; Go to many – But, most importantly… Have Fun!
PRO TIP:
EVENT TITLES are linked directly to the organizer’s websites. (where applicable)
Popular Hudson Valley Summer Events taking place in June
KINGSTON WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET
June 21st & 28th: 10 am – 3 pm
TR Gallo Park, Kingston
Support a fresh group of local farmers all season long! Take a bike ride or walk the green line, grab your goods, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront!
MONDAY MARKETS @ POUGHKEEPSIE WATERFRONT
June 22nd & 29th: 3 pm – 6:30 pm
Poughkeepsie Waterfront, 75 N Water Street
Join us Monday afternoons at the Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market to find an incredible selection of fresh, locally-sourced early season produce, eggs, poultry, apples, cider, honey, sourdough bread, baked goods, goat cheese and milk, prepared foods, vegetable plant starts, handmade soaps, and more!
OPEN FOR SELF-GUIDED TOURS @ THE OLD GAME FARM
June 13th & 27th: 10am – 5pm
The Old Game Farm, Catskill
SIGN UP ON OUR WEBSITE: www.TheOldGameFarm.com/visit/#onyourown
THIS YEARS DATES: June 6th, 13th, 27th | July 11th, 25th
| Aug 8th, 15th | Sept 5th, 19th
If you would like to visit The Old Game Farm, you can sign up on specific weekends (listed on our ‘events’ as well as our website).
FRIDAY NIGHT PICNICS AT OPUS 40
June 26th: 5pm – 8pm
Opus 40, Saugerties
Enjoy the gorgeous outdoors and a picnic dinner provided by The Dutch! Preorder by noon for delivery right to Opus 40. Bring a blanket and enjoy on of Saugerties most stunning attractions, in addition to mouth watering food and wine.
NEW PALTZ OPEN AIR MARKET
June 28th: 10am – 3pm
Church Street, New Paltz
Please join us in supporting our local farmers and makers. We will have local honey & maple syrup, handmade oils & vinegar, handmade cheese and yogurt, locally & ethically raised meat, fresh fruit, organic vegetables, jams, pies, handmade soaps & skin care products, handmade health supplements, gluten free baked goods, gorgeous handmade jewelry, artwork, clothing and more.
DRIVE THRU FARM ANIMAL SAFARI
June 28th: 10am – 2pm
Hurds Family Farm, Modena
Bring a carload of kids on a NEW ADVENTURE! Hurds Family Farm’s Fun & Safe Drive Thru Farm Animal Safari. Meet one of our friendly team members at each animal station with a pole to feed the Miniature Ponies, Mama Goat & Baby, Pig, Sheep, Ducks & Chickens and a Donkey.
Popular Hudson Valley Summer Events taking place in July
CATSKILLS 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 2nd: 7pm – disk
Dutchman’s Landing Park, Catskill
If your idea of a spectacular Fourth of July involves parades, fireworks displays, festivals, and plenty of family-friendly activities, then the Great Northern Catskills offers your kind of Independence Day celebration!
FIRST THURSDAY GALLEY HOP
July 2nd: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Downtown Yonkers
Come explore the downtown Yonkers art scene and what every gallery has to offer. The galleries and restaurants downtown team up to host a beautiful night filled with great art and food!
COXSACKIE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
July 3rd
Coxsackie Riverside Park
Coxsackie Farmers Market, Live Music, fireworks at 9:15pm
FRIDAY NIGHT PICNICS AT OPUS 40
July 3rd: 5pm – 8pm
Opus 40, Saugerties
Enjoy the gorgeous outdoors and a picnic dinner provided by The Dutch! Preorder by noon for delivery right to Opus 40. Bring a blanket and enjoy on of Saugerties most stunning attractions, in addition to mouth watering food and wine.
4TH OF JULY DATE NIGHT
July 3rd: 7pm – 12am
Ahern Blvd, Washingtonville
4th of July fun with live band, fireworks and movie under the stars! Fireworks to start at 9:00!
CORNWALL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
July 4th
Cornwall
Given the pandemic, most activities will be modified and presented virtually, through the committee website (www.cornwall4th.org) and teleconference.
CAIRO’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION AT THE PARK
July 4th
Angelo Canna Park, Cairo
5pm, food & live music, dusk – fireworks
ELLENVILLE 4TH OF JULY PARADE
July 4th
Ellenville
The Fourth of July Committee is planning a modified parade! This year, things are different as you are all well aware.The parade is being re-worked as to abide by state and local laws. Also the Fireworks display will be held!
WINDHAM’S GOOD OLD FASHION 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 4th: 2pm – dusk
Windham Mountain Resort, Windham
Parade beginning on Route 296 to Main Street and Fireworks at Windham Mountain Resort at Dusk.
4TH OF JULY AT THE BREWERY
July 4th beginning at 12pm
Black Snake Brewing Company, Staatsburg
Join us July 4th for live music, delicious food & ice cold craft beer! Jordan Stoner will be joining us from 1-3pm! Scottie’s Good Food will be here slinging the best burgers & brats in Dutchess!!
OUTDOOR COMMUNITY ART DAYS @ PELHAM ART CENTER
July 5th: 1pm – 3pm
Pelham Art Center, Pelham
The Community Art Days aim to bring art-making to the public in a collaborative and fun way, with the use of social distance practices.
JULY 4TH PARADE IN SAUGERTIES
July 5TH
Village of Saugerties
In net, there will be a July 5th motorcade-style parade, with no marchers, along with other safety restrictions. The move of the parade to Sunday, July 5th will allow families to celebrate the patriotic day of July 4th at home with their families to avoid exposure to crowds. The Lions Club has informed us that there will be no Saugerties fireworks this year.
KINGSTON WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET
July 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th: 10 am – 3 pm
TR Gallo Park, Kingston
Support a fresh group of local farmers all season long! Take a bike ride or walk the green line, grab your goods, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront!
VILLAGE OF TANNERSVILLE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 6th
Village of Tannersville
Parade begins at Go Grenne Food Mart at 3pm and ends at Village Hall on Main Street. Fireworks at dusk.
EAST DURHAM’S JULY 4TH PARADE & FIREWORKS
July 6th
Route 145, East Durham
Parade starts off on Route 145 ending at the Michael J Quill Irish Cultural Centre. Fireworks at dusk.
OPENING DAY AT MUSEUM VILLAGE
July 7th: 11 am – 4 pm
Museum Village, Monroe
We continue to monitor the requirements to open and let everyone know when that will happen. Stay safe!
OPEN FOR SELF-GUIDED TOURS @ THE OLD GAME FARM
July 11th & 25th: 10am – 5pm
The Old Game Farm, Catskill
SIGN UP ON OUR WEBSITE: www.TheOldGameFarm.com/visit/#onyourown
THIS YEARS DATES: June 6th, 13th, 27th | July 11th, 25th
| Aug 8th, 15th | Sept 5th, 19th
If you would like to visit The Old Game Farm, you can sign up on specific weekends (listed on our ‘events’ as well as our website).
SWEET BEES HONEY FEST & COUNTRY FAIR
July 12th: 10 am – 6pm
Museum Village, Monroe, NY
ENJOY TASTINGS & SALES OF OF HONEYS, GOURMET FOODS & CRAFT BEVERAGES, PLUS GREAT ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING
FREEDOM FEST IN MONTGOMERY
July 18th: 6pm – 10pm
Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Montgomery
Gates for Freedom Fest will tentatively open at 6:00 p.m. and fireworks will begin at dusk. Further details about the event will be released in the next few weeks. Residents are encouraged to bring their own food and drinks (no glass bottles permitted). The event will be held with the public’s health and safety as the highest priority as we adhere to all public health guidelines.
FAMILY PICNIC IN WASHINGTONVILLE
July 19th: 11am – 4pm
Vern Allen Park, Washingtonville
Join us on Sunday 11-4pm July 19th for a family picnic in Vern Allen Park! Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets, enjoy the live music and your favorite Farm-Art vendors!
Rain Date July 26th
Join the Untermyer Gardens Conservancy’s Jessica Norman for a photowalk. Jessica is responsible for the photos featured on the conservancy’s social media as well as website. As a gardener, she has a unique insight into the plants and seasons of the gardens. Photowalks will be offered on a monthly basis and will have a theme. Bring your camera or cellphone, sturdy shoes, and water as we will be walking around the gardens.
ORANGE COUNTY ANNUAL GEM, MINERAL, FOSSIL & JEWELRY SHOW
July 25th & 26th: 10 am – 4 pm
Museum Village, Monroe
Special Admission For Show and Museum
Adults – $5.00 Seniors – $3.00
Scouts in Uniform & Kids Under 12 FreeFREE Gift for kids 12 and under
*** THIS IS AN OUTDOOR EVENT ***
65 Vendors, Fun For The Entire Family
RE-OPENING WEEKEND AT THE HUDSON RIVER MUSEUM
July 25th & 26th: 12pm – 5pm
Hudson River Museum, Yonkers
Timed-entry tickets and reservations are required and must be purchased in advance. Pick from one of three or four available time slots, each initially capped at a strict maximum of 40 visitors. You must arrive at and depart from the Museum within your reserved time slot.
SHOUTOUT SUMMER AT SAUGERTIES LIBRARY
July 25th at 10am
Saugerties Library, Saugerties
At 10 am, we have the kid-friendly, “Higglety Pigglety Pop!” by Maurice Sendak. Then at 6 pm: “Blue Girl” by Kate McCamy.
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN for 2 – 5 year olds
July 26th: 11am
Untermyer Gardens Conservancy, Yonkers
Join us on Sunday mornings from June until October at 11 am for a free Storytime in the Garden in the lower terrace of the Walled Garden. We will be reading books for children ages two to five years.If you’re coming with a stroller or just need a route without stairs, we will have the side gate to the lower terrace open during Storytime. Blankets are welcome on the lower terrace only during storytime. Storytime will not take place if it is raining.
Popular Hudson Valley Summer Events taking place in August
MOVIE MONDAYS AT RIDGE HILL
Every Monday through September 7th – 7pm
Ridge Hill, Yonkers
Movie Mondays are back on the hill for a seventh season, BUT with a twist! To promote safety and social distancing, this year’s film series is being converted to a drive-in. Movies will take place in the parking lot behind Dick’s Sporting Goods and REI.
TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH @ LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CTR
August 1st – 31st
Legoland Discovery Center, Yonkers
Calling all teachers! As a thank you for all of your hard work, we are offering FREE ADMISSION to all teachers during Teacher Appreciation Month! Check website for details.
LIVE MUSIC @ PALAIA WINERY
Saturdays and Sundays throughout August
Highland Mills, NY
Live Music takes place from 2pm – 5pm. Head to their website www.palaiawinery.com for more information.
FRIDAY PICNICS WITH DUTCH ALE HOUSE
Fridays at 5pm
Opus 40, Saugerties
Join us for lobster rolls, lemon bars, chilled wine and sunset views at Opus 40 every Friday at 5 PM.Food and wine delivered straight to your picnic at Opus 40.
FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES @ THE TROLLY MUSEUM
Every Friday Evening
Kingston, NY
End your week with calm and relaxing ride along the Hudson River on the trolley. Our first trip departs Gallo Park at 5:30pm.
KINGSTON WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET
August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th: 10 am – 3 pm
TR Gallo Park, Kingston
Support a fresh group of local farmers all season long! Take a bike ride or walk the green line, grab your goods, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront!
OUTDOOR COMMUNITY ART DAYS @ PELHAM ART CENTER
August 2nd: 1pm – 3pm
Pelham Art Center, Pelham
The Community Art Days aim to bring art-making to the public in a collaborative and fun way, with the use of social distance practices.
LOCUST GROVE ESTATE FAIRY HOUSE TREASURE HUNT
August 3rd until August 30th
Locust Grove Estate, Poughkeepsie
We’re excited to host our popular Fairy House event – Secrets in the Garden – in a new format this year! To give visitors the chance to enjoy the program while keeping safely distant from other guests, we’re extending the program from just one weekend to the entire month of August.
CROSS COUNTY SHOPPING CENTER FOOD TRUCKS FEST
August 5th: 5pm
Cross County Shopping Center
Food trucks parked near Zara – North parking lot
OPEN FOR SELF-GUIDED TOURS @ THE OLD GAME FARM
August 8th & 15th: 10am – 5pm
The Old Game Farm, Catskill
SIGN UP ON OUR WEBSITE: www.TheOldGameFarm.com/visit/#onyourown
THIS YEARS DATES: June 6th, 13th, 27th | July 11th, 25th
| Aug 8th, 15th | Sept 5th, 19th
If you would like to visit The Old Game Farm, you can sign up on specific weekends (listed on our ‘events’ as well as our website).
GARDEN TOURS AT LOCUST GROVE
August 7th & 8th
Poughkeepsie, NY
Tour the gardens. You’ll learn more about heirloom flowers in the Cutting Garden, then visit the Kitchen Garden for a demonstration on how we feed and care for our melons.
$15 for general public. 11am – 12pm. Tour size is limited, reservations are required. 845-454-4500 for reservations and tickets.
LEARN & DRINK SERIES AT STOUTRIDGE WINERY & DISTILLERY
August 8th & 15th
Marlboro, NY
Enjoy a flight of our award-winning genevers and gins August 8th) or liqueurs & spirit specialties (August 15th) while being guided through the tasting by our distiller. Learn about our approach to distilling and get your questions answered. The tasting lasts 30-45 minutes. Select the number of guests in your group in the quantity box (maximum of 6).
SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL
August 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, & 16th
Barton Orchards – Poughquag, NY
We are so excited to announce the 2020 Sunflower Festival at Barton Orchards from 5pm – 8pm! Reserve your tickets now for one of Dutchess County’s most photographed events of the year! Tickets must be purchased online in advance as they will not be sold at the door.
SUNFLOWER EXTRAVAGANZA
August 8th, 9th, 10th 11th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th
Kelder’s Farm, Kerhonkson
Come join Kelder’s Farm for our 3rd Annual Sunflower Extravaganza!
Come and enjoy our 6-acre majestic sunflower field with thousands of sunflowers in bloom! We planted many different varieties and colors, every flower is unique! Enjoy a scenic walk with lots of fresh air to the Beautiful Sunflower field. Enjoy the sunflowers and shine bright in these difficult times!
OUTDOOR SHORTS 2020 FILM FESTIVAL
August 14th & 15th: 7pm
Garner Arts Center, Garnerville
Get your tickets to Outdoor Shorts 2020 Film Festival: This Is Now on Friday 8/14 & Saturday 8/15 at Garner Arts Center​ in Garnerville with a line-up of short films from up and coming voices in independent film. There will be live music and food and beverages available for purchase.
MOVIE NIGHT AT CHADWICK – TROLLS WORLD TOUR
August 14th: 8pm
Chadwick Lake Park, Newburgh
Join us for a socially distant outdoor movie night at Chadwick lake park. Bring your own blankets, chairs and snacks and enjoy Trolls World Tour under the stars. See the flyer below for social distancing guidelines. You must pre register using the ticket link below and check in when you get to the park.
FARM FEST AT OZ FARMS
August 16th: 2pm
Oz Farms, 280 Malden Turnpike, Saugerties
Join us for an exciting day of fun for the whole family! Live Music! Whole smoked pig, hay smoked salmon, corn, watermelon & More.
SUNDAYS IN THE PARK: HUDSON VALLEY WILDLIFE
August 16th: 11am – 12pm
Teatown Lake Reservation, Ossining
Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the lawn for a program featuring Teatown’s animal ambassadors.Pre-registration is required. Members free/Non-members $5
HUDSON VALLEY SEAFOOD FEST 3
August 15th & 16th: 1 pm – 5:30 pm
Orange County Farmers Museum, Montgomery
Indulge your palate with the best-of-the-area seafood like lobster rolls, clams, fried shrimp, and calamari. Tickle your taste buds with homemade paella, a raw bar, jumbo shrimp cocktail, a tour of the lobster shack, plus so much more seafood to love! Wash it all down with award-winning Benmarl wines and Brotherhood Winery’s craft beer stations to quench your thirst as you rock the patio with live music.
GUIDED LANDSCAPE WALK
August 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th, 23rd, 27th, & 30th: 10am
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This summer, Staatsburgh State Historic Site will give guided landscape tours on the Gilded Age estate’s beautiful grounds overlooking the Hudson River. There is no charge for the tour, but visitors must register in advance.
GARDEN TOURS
August 21st: 1pm
Locust Grove Estate, Poughkeepise
Tour the gardens with Claire Davis, Locust Grove’s Director of Horticulture! This week it’s Tomato Time, so in the Kitchen Garden you’ll get a chance to learn about how we prepare and pamper our plants for the best harvest results. Gardening at home? This is your chance to learn from an expert!Tour the Locust Grove gardens with the Director of Horticulture.
WALKWAY AT NIGHT
August 21st: 8:30pm
Walkway over the Hudson State Historic Park
On Friday, August 21, the Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization is pleased to once again offer the opportunity to enjoy amazing Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River at our first Walkway at Night of 2020.
TROY SUMMER SQUARE CONCERT SERIES
August 22nd: 6 – 8pm
Troy Summer Square, Troy
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall and the Troy Cultural Alliance presents free performances at Troy’s Summer Square. Summer Square will run till September 15, 2020. The city has closed streets to create an open air plaza on Broadway between 2nd Street and River Street.
FAMILY MOVIE IN THE PARK: THE GOONIES
August 22nd: 8:30pm
Kristi Babcock Memorial Park, New Windsor
Join us for a Movie in the Park on the big screen! We’ll be featuring the Goonies (Rated PG)! Admission is free and light refreshments will be available for purchase. Social distancing guidelines will be in affect and you’ll need to either stay in your car or setup chairs in your immediate area. Masks are required if you leave your car or parking space.
BARNYARD BASH
August 23rd: 11am – 4pm
Farmers & Artisans Market of Washingtonville
Join us on Sunday 11-4pm August 23rd for the Washingtonville Barnyard Bash at Vern Allen Park! Featuring music, animals and family friendly fun learning about your local farms and foods!
Rain Date August 30th
YOGA ON THE FARM
August 22nd: 9 – 10am
Stony Kill Farm, Wappingers Falls
Step out into nature for Stony Kill Farm’s Summer/Fall Yoga sessions. All participants should bring their own mat, water bottle and towel. Registration is recommended, walk-ins are welcome! All levels ages 13 and up are welcome! $20 for non-members
JAZZ IN PARADISE
August 23rd: 5:30pm – 7pm
Untermyer Gardens, Yonkers
The Untermyer Gardens Conservancy presents Jazz in Paradise. Join us at 5:30PM on August, 23, 2020 in the Walled Garden amphitheater for Jazz in Paradise featuring the Victor LaGamma Quartet.
ANNUAL PLEIN AIR ART EVENT
August 23rd: 12pm – 5pm
Sloatsburgh, NY
Artists will be located in different areas of Sloatsburg painting, drawing, photographing, sculpting, etc. the various historic sites and places of interest in this lovely Village.
THE ART OF NATURE AWARENESS
August 24th-28th
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz
Discover local plants, animals, and natural communities through exciting outdoor and indoor programs.
MOVIE UNDER THE STARS
August 28th: 9pm
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, Yonkers
Stop by the Manor for the conclusion of our annual Movie under the Stars movie series featuring The Lion King (2019)! All Movies under the Stars place on the west lawn of the Manor and is free of charge! Patrons are encouraged to bring their own refreshments and a blanket to lie on.
APPLE PICKING STARTING
August 29th: 11am – 5pm
Doc’s Orchard @ Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
Join us for apple picking in the Doc’s Orchard at Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery. Gourmet farm-to-table cuisine (brick oven pizzas, locally grown salads, and more). Live music plays every weekend on our outdoor stage. Bring a blanket/chairs to enjoy your day on the farm.
TROY SUMMER SQUARE CONCERT SERIES
August 28th & 29th: 6 – 8pm
Troy Summer Square, Troy
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall and the Troy Cultural Alliance presents free performances at Troy’s Summer Square. Summer Square will run till September 15, 2020. The city has closed streets to create an open air plaza on Broadway between 2nd Street and River Street.
YOGA ON THE FARM
August 29th: 9 – 10am
Stony Kill Farm, Wappingers Falls
Step out into nature for Stony Kill Farm’s Summer/Fall Yoga sessions. All participants should bring their own mat, water bottle and towel. Registration is recommended, walk-ins are welcome! All levels ages 13 and up are welcome! $20 for non-members
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOW
August 29th & 30th: 9am – 5pm
Stewart International Airport, Newburgh
New York is the end-of-summer destination for the 2020 #AirDotShowLive tour as the New York Air Show takes flight August 29-30 at New York Stewart Int’l Airport just outside the Big Apple!
STRINGS ATTACHED LIVE AT WESTTOWN BREW WORKS
August 29th: 3-6pm
Westtown Brew Works, Westtown
Strings Attached is One of Orange County’s favorite Acoustic Rock Duos! Featuring Jeanie Cassels and John (Johnny D.) Desibia “Strings” are well received at the best music venues and private parties/events in the area. Strings Attached always a perfect fit.
Popular Hudson Valley Summer Events taking place in September
SPECIAL DRIVE-IN SCREENING: TESLA
September 2nd: 6:30pm
Greenville Drive-In, Greenville
Join us September 2nd at 7:00pm at Greenville Drive-In Outdoor Cinema for a screening of Michael Almereyda’s TESLA, starring Ethan Hawke, Eve Hewson, Jim Gaffigan, Hannah Gross & Kyle MacLachlan. The film screened at this year’s Sundance Film Festival where it received the Alfred P. Sloan Award.
CHADWICK MUSIC NIGHTS
September 3rd: 6 – 8pm
Chadwick Lake Park under the Large Pavilion, Newburgh
Social distance guidlines must be followed. Bring your own lawn chairs.
DOWNTOWN YONKERS GALLERY HOP
September 3rd: 5:30pm
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, Yonkers
Stop by each of the 4 major downtown galleries: Blue Door Art Center, Warburton Galerie, Philipse Manor Hall and the Riverfront Library, the first Thursday of each month to view new and exciting exhibits of arts and culture! Attendees receive a discount for their meal that night at local downtown restaurants!!
MAKERS CORNER
September 4th: 10:30am – 11:30am
Chadwick Lake Park Large Pavilion
This is a one-hour craft session at Chadwick Lake Park. Children ages 7 yrs old and up. Call for more information: 845-564-7815.
HUDSON VALLEY HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
September 4th, 5th, 6th: 4pm – 8pm
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck
The DCRCOC presents the 29th annual Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival, a Hudson Valley tradition featuring a weekend of family activities with vendors and balloonists from across the country, and balloon launches currently scheduled to take place on September 4th, 5th & 6th, at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, New York.
TROY SUMMER SQUARE CONCERT SERIES
September 4th & 5th: 6 – 8pm
Troy Summer Square, Troy
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall and the Troy Cultural Alliance presents free performances at Troy’s Summer Square. Summer Square will run till September 15, 2020. The city has closed streets to create an open air plaza on Broadway between 2nd Street and River Street.
YOGA ON THE FARM
September 5th: 9 – 10am
Stony Kill Farm, Wappingers Falls
Step out into nature for Stony Kill Farm’s Summer/Fall Yoga sessions. All participants should bring their own mat, water bottle and towel. Registration is recommended, walk-ins are welcome! All levels ages 13 and up are welcome! $20 for non-members
FARM EVENT @ PIERSON’S FARM
September 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th: 11am – 6pm
Pierson’s Farm, Middletown, NY
Sept 5, 6, 7 we will be open for mazes and sunflowers. Occupancy may be limited so be sure to check for current details and information.
HUDSON VALLEY TACO FEST
September 5th: 1pm – 5pm
Riverfront Park, Beacon
Labor Day Weekend Tacos Invade the very spacious and scenic Riverfront Park on the Hudson River in Beacon.Just steps away from the Metro North Beacon train station.Expect a day in the Sun as you devour NY’s Best Taco Makers and delicious Mexican Brew ,Sangrias and VIP Margarita’s and Live music and fun for the whole crew! Tickets are now on Sale!!!
HV SEAFOOD FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
September 5th & 6th: 11am – 5pm
Farmers Museum, Montgomery, NY
Love Lobster and Seafood?
Take part in the first ever All American Seafood Drive Thru.BAP Events and the Orange County Farmers Museum host the first ever Seafood Truck Festival in Montgomery NY.
OPEN FOR SELF-GUIDED TOURS @ THE OLD GAME FARM
September 5th & 19th: 10am – 5pm
The Old Game Farm, Catskill
SIGN UP ON OUR WEBSITE: www.TheOldGameFarm.com/visit/#onyourown
THIS YEARS DATES: June 6th, 13th, 27th | July 11th, 25th
| Aug 8th, 15th | Sept 5th, 19th
If you would like to visit The Old Game Farm, you can sign up on specific weekends (listed on our ‘events’ as well as our website).
KINGSTON WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET
September 6th, 13th, 20th: 10 am – 3 pm
TR Gallo Park, Kingston
Support a fresh group of local farmers all season long! Take a bike ride or walk the green line, grab your goods, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront!
MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN
September 7th – 13th
Mohonk Mountain House
Kick off autumn with a week-long melody of musical days and magical nights on our mountaintop.
TASTE OF WARWICK
September 8th: 6pm – 9pm
Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
The Taste of Warwick event is an annual event featuring fine food and drink that any dining connoisseur will not want to miss.
FALL DRIVE-IN MOVIES
September 10th & 17th: 7:30pm
Ann Street Parking Lot, Newburgh, NY
We are excited to continue a series of free, fun, and safe drive-in movies in the Ann Street parking lot on select Thursday evenings in September. Walk-ins are welcome and are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets.
YUM YUM FOOD TRUCK
September 11th: 3pm – 7pm
Milea Estate Vineyard, Staatsburg
Come and enjoy Farm-to-Table Food on our outdoor patio. Social distancing and masks required. Reservations required.
YOGA ON THE FARM
September 12th: 9 – 10am
Stony Kill Farm, Wappingers Falls
Step out into nature for Stony Kill Farm’s Summer/Fall Yoga sessions. All participants should bring their own mat, water bottle and towel. Registration is recommended, walk-ins are welcome! All levels ages 13 and up are welcome! $20 for non-members
HYDE PARK TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE
September 12th & 13th
Town of Hyde Park
Shop til you drop! Attend as many yard sales as you can the weekend of September 12 & 13! Please wear masks and avoid crowding when at yard sales.
FAMILY MOVIE IN THE PARK
September 12th: 8:30pm
Kristi Babcock Memorial Park, New Windsor
Join us for a Movie in the Park on the big screen! We’ll be featuring the A Dog’s Journey (Rated PG)! Admission is free and light refreshments will be available for purchase. Social distancing guidelines will be in affect and you’ll need to either stay in your car or setup chairs in your immediate area. Masks are required if you leave your car or parking space.
MOVIES IN THE PARK: THE WIZARD OF OZ
September 12th: 7:30pm
Schlathaus Park, Wappingers Falls
Lawn seating is available. Social Distancing Squares will be marked on the ground.
ANNUAL HUDSON VALLEY FIESTA LATINA
September 12th: 10 am – 6 pm
Museum Village, Monroe
THIS IS A FREE EVENT!
You are cordially invited to be part of the 2020 Sixth Annual “Hudson Valley Fiesta Latina” on Saturday September 12,2020 at the beautiful Museum Village. Every year we are not only celebrating America but “Family, Faith & Country.” This year it will be collaboration with Helping Hands For Puerto Rico and PRSmart. We hope you’ll help us celebrate our diversity and our mutual love for our nation in fusing Latino influence with the richness of our American Culture. Free Parking
HOPS ON THE HUDSON
September 12th & 13th: 1pm – 6pm
Mayor’s Park, Cold Spring
An all day festival for 500 guests. No tickets will be sold the day of the event. A small event with social distancing designed in to every component of an event. You’ll love being here.
OKTOBERFEST
September 12th: 10am – 8pm
September 13th: 10am – 6pm
Barton Orchards, Poughquag
Oktoberfest is an annual celebration that takes place in Germany to celebrate Bavarian culture, traditions, and food. At Barton Orchards, we acknowledge this worldwide tradition with some live entertainment and a special concession menu with some of the best and “wurst” German dishes we could serve.
ANNUAL PLEIN AIR ART EVENT
September 13th: 10am – 5pm
Sloatsburgh, NY
Artists will be located in different areas of Sloatsburg painting, drawing, photographing, sculpting, etc. the various historic sites and places of interest in this lovely Village.
WESTCHESTER POLLINATOR GARDEN TOUR
September 13th: 10am – 4pm
All Around Westchester County, NY
The tour https://www.healthyyards.org/tour/ will showcase private and public gardens, meadows and farms in Westchester County that support pollinators and biodiversity, have a small carbon footprint and generally use earth-friendly landscaping techniques. All participants will be happy to show you their yards and answer your questions
ICE CREAM FOR ANIMALS FUNDRAISER
September 16th
Weir’s Ice Cream, Salisbury Mills
Our annual Ice Cream For Animals fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, September 16. All proceeds will go to local animal rescues.
CHADWICK MUSIC NIGHTS
September 17th: 6 – 8pm
Chadwick Lake Park under the Large Pavilion, Newburgh
Social distance guidlines must be followed. Bring your own lawn chairs.
MOVIES IN THE PARK
September 18th: 8:15pm
Gearing Park, Fishkill
FREE FAMILY FUN EVENT! RESERVE YOUR TICKETS NOW! Special Treasure Hunt Activity included for children! https://www.fishkillrecreation.com/fall-movies-in-the-park.html
MOUNT GULIAN OPEN FOR OUTDOOR TOURS
Friday & Saturday beginning September 19th: 12pm, 1pm, & 2pm
Mount Gulian Historic Site, Beacon
Mount Gulian opens for Outside Tours beginning Friday, September 18 through Saturday, October 31. Tours of the Dutch barn, heritage garden, and historic landscape overlooking the Hudson River will be given Fridays and Saturdays at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children (ages 6-18); free for children under 6. For tour reservations or further information please call Mount Gulian at 845.831.8172 or email at info@mountgulian.org.
TIFFANY WINDOWS TOUR
September 19th: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Oakwood Cemetery, Troy
This tour takes you to the Earl Chapel and Crematory has Tiffany windows that can be toured.
ROMBOUT COLONIAL DAYS & ENCAMPMENT
September 19th & 20th: 10am – 4pm
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site, Hopewell Junction
Join us for a socially distanced outdoor event to learn about what the local area may have been like for the inhabitants of the Rombout Precinct (Fishkill) during the War for Independence. Blacksmith demonstrations, Woodworking, Broom Making, Self guided house tours, Cooking and Baking, Gunsmithing, Doctoring, Homesteading and more.
> Plan ahead, but not too far in advance, as the weather can change quickly
> Rely on local weather sites, like Hudson Valley Weather.com for accurate weather forecasts
> Visit the Hudson Valley Exposed FB Events Group often, so you can plan what to do on the weekends
> Buy tickets in advance, as many of these popular events sell out quickly.
> Come back to this post, as I continue to add events as I find them online.
> Don’t forget that sites like Groupon also have great things listed all the time! (affiliate link)
MORE THINGS THIS SUMMER IN THE HUDSON VALLEY:
- Popular Hudson Valley Farmers Markets
- Favorite Ice Cream Shops throughout the Hudson Valley
- 13+ Hudson Valley Day Trips Worth Taking Now!
Where to Next???
Now that you have information regarding Hudson Valley Summer Events, let’s see where you should go next…
Until the Next Adventure…
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