The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
Van Cortlandt Manor 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-HudsonCome Celebrate 20 Gourd-eous Years in the Hudson Valley! Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on…
Putnam County Feast of San Gennaro September 26-29
Putnam County Veterans Memorial ParkPutnam County Feast of San Gennaro September 26-29 at Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park in Carmel Join us for the inaugural year of San Gennaro Italian Festival. Delicious food, live entertainment,…
30th Annual Capital Apple & Wine Festival
Columbia County Fairgrounds 182 Hudson Avenue, ChathamPlease join us and be part of the 30th Annual Capital Apple and Wine Festival. It will be a two-day family event full of delicious food, fun entertainment, and of…
Hunter Mountain’s Oktoberfest
Hunter Mountain Resort 64 Klein Ave, HunterOktoberfest at Hunter Mountain returns! For 3 weekends this Autumn beginning September 28, surrounded by the glorious foliage of the Northern Catskills, Hunter Mountain transforms into a joyous Oktoberfest celebration…
LGBTQIA+ Climbing Night at the Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie
Gravity Vault 6 Neptune Road, PoughkeepsieJoin your fellow LGBTQIA+ climbers to meet, hang out and climb! All experience levels welcome. This event runs once a month on the second Thursday. To complete the required registration,…
Ice Caves at Sam’s Point (Minnewaska State Park)
Minnewaska State Park Preserve 400 Sam's Point Road, CragsmoorNeed a unique spot to cool off in? Check out the Ice Caves at Sam's Point! Reservations are required - so please check out their website for openings under the…
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory.…
Winter Wolves @ Wolf Conservation Center
Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this…
Fall Harvest Festivals at Fishkill Farms
Fishkill Farms 9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell JunctionEach weekend at Fishkill Farms, from Sept. 7 through October (plus Monday, Oct. 14) will be packed full of autumnal fun! Pick sustainably grown apples straight from the trees, enjoy…
Cold Spring Farmers’ Market at Boscobel House & Gardens
Boscobel House & GardensLocated on the grounds of Boscobel House & Gardens, the Cold Spring Farmers' Market is open on Saturdays year-round. The mission of the Cold Spring Farmers’ Market, a non-profit 501…
“Fairy House Hunt” Family Program at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), PoughkeepsiePut on your favorite set of wings and fly on over to Locust Grove! Kids and families can enjoy the Fairy House Hunt, a scavenger hunt for tiny fairy houses…
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), PoughkeepsieCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger…
The Classic Tour @ Octagon House
Experience The Armour-Stiner Octagon House for the first time, or return for another visit! The one-hour Classic Tour gives a foundational understanding of this iconic house and features something for…
Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
Cantine Field Pavillion Street, SaugertiesThe iconic Hudson Valley Garlic Festival is back! Browse through craft vendors, shop the marketplace, enjoy live music, watch chef demos and lectures, and most importantly - enjoy all things…
New York Renaissance Faire
New York Renaissance Faire 600 State Route 17A, Tuxedo ParkSaturdays, Sundays & Labor Day, August 17th-October 6th, 10am-7pm. The Faire is a rollicking romp through Elizabethan England, set within the Majestic Groves of Sterling Forest. Travel back in time…
The Art of Tea Crafting Workshop at Wilderstein Historic Site
Wilderstein Historic Site 330 Morton Road, RhinebeckExplore the art of creating three exquisite tea blends, discover the unique herbs and spices used in each recipe, and learn about their health benefits. Workshop participants will sample each…
Worldwide Day of Play at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Get up! Get out! Come play! The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is thrilled to participate in Nickelodeon’s Our World: Worldwide Day of Play, administered by the Association of Children’s Museums. As…
BEAR MOUNTAIN OKTOBERFEST
Bear Mountain State Park 3006 Seven Lakes Drive, Bear MountainBEAR MOUNTAIN OKTOBERFEST RETURNS! September & October Weekends. Saturday & Sunday. 11AM-5PM. 9/21-9/22, 9/28-9/29, 10/5-10/6 &10/12-10/13. Experience the excitement of NY's largest FREE OKTOBERFEST celebration! Featuring traditional German food, beer,…
Corn Craze 2024
Dogwood Acres Family Farm 749 Route 17M, MiddletownIntroducing the corniest event in Orange County! CORN CRAZE! A great way to spend the weekend. Wagon rides around the farm. Games and activities galore. Live Music. Competitions. Prizes. Corn!…
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory.…
Hard Core Grand Cider Tasting Celebration at Boutique Wines, Spirits & Ciders
Boutique Wines, Spirits & Ciders 18 Westage Drive, FishkillTaste over 40 hard ciders at Boutique Wines, Spirits & Ciders' annual fall cider event! From sweet to dry, traditional heritage to funky new trends, this is the event to…
Hudson River Craft Beer Festival 2024
People's Waterfront Park in Newburgh 1 Washington Street, NewburghThe Hudson River Craft Beer Festival IS BACK and at our brand new location, People's Water Front Park in Newburgh on September 28th, 2024 with over 80+ different breweries, cideries,…
Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm
Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all…
Fall Family Festival at Wethersfield Estate & Gardens
Wethersfield Estate & Gardens 214 Pugsley Hill Road, Ameniaersfield Bring the whole family — there is something for everyone! Click here to purchase tickets.
Stones & Bones Living History Tour at Wappingers Rural Cemetery
Wappingers Rural Cemetery 174-208 West Main Street, Wappingers FallsMeet some of the "residents" of the Wappingers Rural Cemetery and hear their stories in this guided, costumed, living history program. Presented by Dani Masterson in collaboration with the Wappingers…
Hudson Valley Gospel Festival
First Congregational Church 269 Mill Street, PoughkeepsieLet your spirit soar as Arts Mid-Hudson presents an evening of gospel singers, choirs and praise dancers! Featured performers include the Hudson Valley Gospel Festival Choir directed by Dinesa Hansen;…