THE EARLY HISTORY OF NYACK’S FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Historical Society of the Nyacks 50 Piermont Avenue, Nyack, New York

Don't miss THE EARLY HISTORY OF NYACK'S FIRE DEPARTMENTS exhibit. On view November 2, 2024-January 25, 2025. Saturdays 1-4PM. For almost two centuries, Nyack’s brave volunteer fire companies have been the backbone of our community, rushing to the rescue with unwavering dedication. This captivating exhibit reveals the origins of eleven fire companies, spotlighting their founding members and original firefighting equipment. You’ll enjoy…

Event Series Beacon Flea Market

Beacon Flea Market

Beacon Flea Market 6 Henry Street, Beacon, NY, United States

You'll find everything and anything at the Beacon Flea Market, such as antique furniture, glassware, vintage designer clothing, vinyl, books, all sorts of jewelry and so much more. The Beacon Flea Market is open every Sunday, April through November, and is located at the heart of Beacon's trendy, walkable Main Street corridor, where you'll find…

Uncle Cheef, Brewster: Hudson Valley’s New Live Music Lounge.

Uncle Cheef Brewster

Every Thursday through Sunday. Located 56 miles north of New York City in the Village of Brewster, Uncle Cheef is Hudson Valley’s newest home to exciting live music curated by Tonight Show musician and six time Grammy award winning saxophonist, Ian Hendrickson-Smith (aka Uncle Cheef). American “Tapas style” share plates, a full bar featuring craft…

“Fairy House Hunt” Family Program at Locust Grove Estate

Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Put 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 hidden among the gardens and trees, every Saturday and Sunday in May and June, as well as Monday, May 27. Costumes encouraged! Fairy wings and…

Hudson Valley Free Day at Dia Beacon

Dia:Beacon 3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY, United States

Hudson Valley residents receive free admission to Dia Beacon on the last Sunday of each month. And there is much to see at this extraordinary collection of contemporary art. Among the many long-term exhibitions on display at Dia Beacon is the recently opened “Shadows” by Andy Warhol. “Shadows,” is a single painting in multiple parts…

Event Series Hudson Valley Hullabaloo

Hudson Valley Hullabaloo

Andy Murphy Recreation Center 467 Broadway, Kingston, NY, United States

This event is the perfect way to kick-off your holiday season and maybe get in some early Christmas shopping as well! Shop local and handmade with numerous makers, artists, and designers! Stop by and enjoy music, delicious food, portraits, and so much more!

Free – $2
Event Series LEGOLAND® NY Holiday Bricktacular

LEGOLAND® NY Holiday Bricktacular

LEGOLAND® New York Resort 1 LEGOLAND Way, Goshen, NY, United States

Get ready to celebrate the Holiday season at LEGOLAND New York with Holiday Bricktacular! This year, the Elves have taken over LEGO City for our NEW Elf Extravaganza! Start your day off on the Minifigure Skyflyer as you journey down to the Elf Extravaganza. Experience never before seen shows, meet our NEW LEGO character Elf,…

Event Series Holiday Fineries at the Wineries

Holiday Fineries at the Wineries

Shawangunk Wine Trail

Sip into the Season at the Hudson Valley’s premier holiday wine and cider tasting event – Holiday Fineries at the Wineries! This long-running celebration features members of the Shawangunk Wine Trail, whose wineries and cider houses will be festively decorated for the occasion. On November 23-24, December 7-8, and December 14-15, 2024, you can enjoy…

Event Series Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour

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. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…

An Afternoon of Mozart in the Carriage House at Wethersfield Estate & Garden

Wethersfield Estate & Gardens 214 Pugsley Hill Road, Amenia, NY, United States

Enjoy an afternoon of Mozart with the Terra String Quartet and clarinetist Oskar Espina Ruiz in the Wethersfield Carriage House. The reception begins at 2:30 p.m., followed by the concert promptly at 3 p.m. Click here to purchase tickets.

Catskill Mountain Railroad – The Polar Express™

Catskill Mountain Railroad, 55 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401

Set to the sounds of the motion picture, passengers will relive the classic story as they are whisked away on The Polar Express™ for a magical trip to the North Pole. Once on board, the Conductor will punch your golden ticket as you’re served hot chocolate and a delicious cookie by our dancing chefs! Upon…

Free – $46

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation 100-Mile Anniversary Hike

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, United States

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation will celebrate its 100th year in 2025 and, to kick things off, is launching a 100-Mile Hike Challenge in which entrants aim to hike 100 miles at the park by May 7, 2025. Participants of the challenge will have six months to complete it, and those who are successful will be recognized…

Free

Cooking Class at the Culinary Institute of America: Hors d’Oeuvres at Home

The Culinary Institute of America 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY

Learn the techniques and recipes for preparing a varied selection of impressive bite-sized treats that are just as perfect for your next get-together with friends as they are for a dinner party with family or coworkers. Click here to register.

AFTERNOON TEA AT BEAR MOUNTAIN INN

Bear Mountain Inn 3020 Seven Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain, NY, United States

Join us every Monday-Thursday from 1PM-3PM for Afternoon Tea at Bear Mountain Inn's Restaurant 1915.  Featuring traditional Afternoon Tea delights including sandwiches, scones, cookies and more!  Reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome (subject to availability.)  For more details, please visit www.visitbearmountain.com or call 845-786-2731 ext. 1915.

Event Series Holiday Lane @ American Christmas

Holiday Lane @ American Christmas

Decorated with over 100,000 twinkling lights, captivating animatronics, and several themed areas, children and adults alike will feel the magic of Christmas come alive at Holiday Lane. Whether you are looking for a Santa in New York, a festive date, or the perfect Christmas activity for kids in NYC, this adventure is sure to become…

Event Series Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm

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 seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…

Event Series Holiday Lights Tour

Holiday Lights Tour

Monteverde at Oldstone 28 Bear Mountain Bridge Rd., Cortlandt Manor, NY, United States

A merry walk through holiday lights tour! November 22 – January 5 Wednesday through Sunday Tickets must be purchased in advance online only For the walk through only: Tickets: $25 per adult/$20 per child Time slots available from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For the Buffet dinner and walking tour tickets: (limited quantity) Tickets: $100 per adult/$50 per…