Spectacle: Frederic Church and the Business of Art
Olana State Historic Site 5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, NY, United StatesThis special exhibition combines immersive video technology with the wealth of Olana State Historic Site's archival holdings to demonstrate how Church's art responded to the most advanced scientific thought of the day and reached a broad public audience, the largest of any 19th-century American artist.
Hudson Valley Hullabaloo
Hudson Valley Hullabaloo Holiday Market: Festive fun and a carefully curated selection of gifts and goods from over 75 makers and vintage vendors. Music, photo booth, and food too! Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm. $2 at door. Andy Murphy Recreation Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston. 845-750-8801; hvhullabaloo.com
Holiday Fineries at the Wineries
Hop on the Shawangunk Wine Trail and taste a flight of wine at your four stops while also collecting an ornament at each winery. Self-guided tour. 11am-5pm. $35. shawangunkwinetrail.com (More dates in December)
Troutbeck Hosts Author and Meditation Expert Dan Harris
Troutbeck 515 Leedsville Road, Amenia, NY, United StatesTroutbeck welcomes acclaimed journalist, former news anchor, and meditation champion, Dan Harris. Dan's story and perspective on the benefits of practicing meditation are told in "10% Happier," a #1 New York Times bestseller. He's also the host of the "Ten Percent Happier" podcast and cofounder of the "Ten Percent Happier" meditation app. He's also the…
Troutbeck Hosts Author and Meditation Expert Dan Harris
Troutbeck 515 Leedsville Road, Amenia, NY, United StatesTroutbeck welcomes acclaimed journalist, former news anchor, and meditation champion, Dan Harris. Dan's story and perspective on the benefits of practicing meditation are told in "10% Happier," a #1 New York Times bestseller. He's also the host of the "Ten Percent Happier" podcast and cofounder of the "Ten Percent Happier" meditation app. He's also the…
20th Annual Family of New Paltz 5K Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving morning 5K fundraiser supporting Family’s crisis walk-in center and food pantry. 9-11am. $15-$25. Water Street Market, 10 Main St, New Paltz. 845-255-7957; newpaltzturkeytrot.com
Thanksgiving Dinner at The Historic Thayer Hotel at West Point
The Thayer Hotel at West Point 674 Thayer Road, West Point, NY, United StatesJoin us for a festive Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet. Seating will be limited. Multiple time options. Please call 845-446-4731, ext. 7929 for reservations and information. PRICE: $70* CHILDREN 12 & UNDER: $35 CHILDREN 5 & UNDER: FREE *PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TAX OR GRATUITY EXECUTIVE CHEF, CHRIS HETTINGER
Basilica Farm & Flea
Basilica Hudson 110 S. Front Street, Hudson, NY, United StatesPart timeless flea and farmer's market and part 21st century craft and design fair. The market features a diverse group of regional vendors selling their wares alongside locally-sourced, farm-fresh foods.
51st Annual Holiday Craft Fair at Dutchess Community College
Dutchess Community College 53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie, United StatesFind the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list! This juried fair offers only the finest handmade items and features many local producers. Grab a bite to eat from one of the specialty food vendors. For more details and to obtain a coupon worth $1 off an admission ticket, click here.
Christkindlmarkt in Port Jervis
Downtown Port Jervis 1 Jersey Avenue, Port Jervis, NY, United StatesThis is one of the most anticipated holiday events for the Tri State area. 100+ vendors. Delicious foods from around the world! Christkindlmarkt is a German style Christmas market in the tradition of markets held throughout Germany during the holiday season! An enchanting family event with twinkling lights, holiday music, & the aromas of the…
Uptown Kingston Snowflake Festival
Usher in the holiday season with Uptown Kingston's annual Snowflake Festival! Holiday-themed performances, fire twirlers, jugglers, ice carving, horse-drawn carriage rides, tree lighting, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and so much more throughout the Historic Stockade District. Indoor and outdoor festivities for the whole family!
Sinterklaas Festival
Main Street, RhinebeckThe Sinterklaas Festival is a traditional Dutch holiday celebration which features children’s activities and workshops, music, dancing, theater and so much more at locations throughout the Village of Rhinebeck. The festivities culminate with the spectacular Children’s Starlight Parade at 6 p.m.
Holiday on the Lake
The fun begins at 2:30PM with the Christmas Village sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. The Christmas Village will feature vendors, food, children's crafts and cookies and milk with Santa! Taste of Carmel begins at 4pm along with wagon and trolley rides around the hamlet. Cornerstone Park Tree Lighting “Honoring our Veterans” is at 5pm …
Putnam Arts Council Holiday Happenings
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac Putnam Arts Council - Art Classes, Youth Programs, & Art Events The Putnam Arts Council is pleased to welcome the Hudson River Potters to a Holiday Pottery Show and Sale in our gallery on December 2 and 3. Find unique one-of-kind handmade pottery – both functional and decorative – to…
HOLIDAY LIGHTS OF NYACK
Downtown Nyack 2 North Broadway, Nyack, New YorkNyack's annual Holiday of Lights returns! Celebrate the season at this multicultural holiday event which features a tree lighting, live caroling, a holiday story reading, free cocoa and cider and a visit by Santa. This village tradition is sure to get you and your family into the holiday spirit! Visit www.nyackchamber.org.
Athens Annual Victorian Stroll
Athens Village Second and Water Streets, Athens, NY, United StatesAthens Victorian Stroll On Saturday, December 9th, from 1pm to 5pm, the historic village of Athens, New York will come alive with the annual Victorian Stroll. Families and friends can gather for a day of fun, with activities for all ages. Up and down Second Street, Athens Riverfront Park, and all around the village, businesses,…
Ballet: The Nutcracker
Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center 6050 Route 23A, Tannersville, NYThe Catskill Mountain Foundation, former Metropolitan Opera ballerina Victoria Rinaldi, and choreographer Margo Sappington present the world's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, a holiday tradition for residents of the Catskills and Hudson Valley. Now in its eighth year, the CMF Nutcracker features ballet stars of the future and has become one of the finest Nutcracker productions…
Greenburgh Nature Center – Holiday Train Show
Our Holiday Train Show features a special 12 x 18 foot display of model trains traveling through countryside scenes. The Holiday Train Show takes place inside the Manor House from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Holiday Fineries at the Wineries
Shawangunk Wine TrailTickets are on sale now! Break out your favorite fun holiday attire or that ugly seasonal sweater and get ready for the Shawangunk Wine Trail's ultimate holiday wine tasting event, Holiday Fineries at the Wineries, formerly known as Wreath Fineries at the Wineries, returns to the wineries on November 18-19, December 2-3, and December 9-10…
“The Nutcracker” at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House
The Bardavon 1869 Opera House 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThe New Paltz Ballet Theatre returns for its 24th season to present three beautiful performances of this timeless holiday classic that the entire family will enjoy. Join Marie as she dreams of a battle between giant mice and toy soldiers and takes a magical journey through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets.…