Frederick Douglass Day at College Hill Park

College Hill Park Bartlett Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

On Aug. 2, 1858, celebrated abolitionist and orator Frederick Douglass delivered an inspirational speech to a crowd of 4,000 people at the Collegiate School in Poughkeepsie (now College Hill Park). In this highly anticipated appearance, Douglass implored the audience to demand justice and end slavery in the United States. In commemoration of this important event,…

Summer Art Fest 2024

Quackenbush Square

You won't want to miss this interactive, immersive ALL AGES arts festival in Downtown Albany coming THIS Summer. It is FREE and OPEN to the public, just show up! Pop-up Outdoor Gallery presented by ParkAlbany Live Artists - painting moveable murals, hosting immersive creative activities, & more Kids Art Corner - interactive, hands-on crafts and art-making Community Partners and Vendors…

Barton Orchards Celebrates Pride in July

Barton Orchards 63 Apple Tree Lane, Poughquag, NY, United States

Join Barton Orchards in celebrating inclusion in the Hudson Valley, raising awareness and support for the Dutchess County Pride Center and other Local LGBTQ+ groups. There will be live performances from the stars of Ru Paul’s Drag Race, an amateur drag contest with $1,000 in prizes, the “Hey Girl, Hay Ride” a foam party, and…

Summer Jazz Concert Series at Millbrook Vineyards & Winery

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery 26 Wing Road, Millbrook, NY, United States

Celebrate summer with Millbrook Winery’s outdoor jazz concerts, to be held on select Saturdays on the beautiful vineyard lawn. Food trucks will be onsite providing concert fare and snacks, and wine will be available for purchase in the winery. Click here to see a schedule of the performers and to purchase tickets.

Blueberry Festival

Old Austerlitz 11550 State Route 22, Austerlitz, NY, United States

This ever-popular event features early American craft demonstrations and wares, antiques, live music and entertainment, magic act, activities for children, animals, birds of prey, sheep-shearing, plus many unique and highly talented artists, crafters, specialty food purveyors, tag sale, outdoor sports and activities vendors, as well as garden/nature related vendors and organizations. There will also be blueberries…

Free – $10

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…

2024 Grateful Dead Tribute Concert

Harmony Hall-Jacob Sloat House 15 Liberty Rock Rd, Sloatsburg, NY, United States

 Don't miss the event of the summer! 2024 GRATEFUL DEAD TRIBUTE! Sunday, July 28, 2024.1PM-6PM at Harmony Hall-Jacob Sloat House.  Join us for a day of great music featuring Uncle Shoehorn, Dead Meat and One Man Gathers.  Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a day of music, food, crafts and more! Fun for…

2024 GRATEFUL DEAD TRIBUTE!

Harmony Hall-Jacob Sloat House 15 Liberty Rock Rd, Sloatsburg, NY, United States

Don't miss the event of the Summer! Friends of Harmony Hall's annual 2024 GRATEFUL DEAD TRIBUTE! Sunday, July 28, 2024.1PM-6PM. Join us for a day of great music featuring Uncle Shoehorn, Dead Meat and One Man Gathers. Featuring music, crafts, food, kids' activities and more! Advance tickets on sale! Visit www.friendsofharmonyhall.org.

Fish and Game Dinner at Mill House Brewing

Mill House Brewing 289 Mill Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

This inaugural event is the summer edition of Mill House Brewing's famous Wild Game Dinner, which is held in January. Enjoy an exciting selection of locally caught fish and shellfish, along with wild game meats and beer and cocktail specials. If that's not enough, there will be some amazing raffle prizes available, including a six-person…

The Moody Blues’ John Lodge at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House

The Bardavon 1869 Opera House 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Lodge is the legendary bass player, songwriter, and vocalist of The Moody Blues. Following the critically acclaimed and sold-out shows this year, John is continuing in his celebration of The Moody Blues' music and their iconic album "Days of Future Passed." "Days of Future Passed" encompasses a first…

Black Arts & Culture Festival

Empire State Plaza Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY, United States

This three-day celebration of Black arts and culture features live performances by chart-topping artists, art exhibitions, delicious food and more. With something for everyone, the festival features a Teen Night with live music, a Gospel Night with regional performers, instructor-led yoga at the Health & Wellness Fair, and a Concert Finale with a headlining artist.

CENTENNIAL CASTING

Penguin Rep Theatre 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point, NY, United States

Penguin Rep Theatre presents, CENTENNIAL CASTING - June 14-July 7, 2024 at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point. Love, laughter and mistaken identity take the stage when Vincent DiDonato and his co-workers discover a pile of headshots sent in by actors who have mistaken their metal casting shop for a theatrical casting agency. A hilarious…

Friday Night Food Trucks and Live Music at Millbrook Vineyards & Winery

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery 26 Wing Road, Millbrook, NY, United States

Celebrate the start of the weekend and take advantage of summer sunsets from the Taproom Terrace with a la carte, family-friendly menus from local food trucks. Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy the lawn or find a picnic table for the whole family! Tap wine will be available, as well as beer, popcorn…

Cold Spring Farmers’ Market at Boscobel House & Gardens

Boscobel House & Gardens

Located 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 (c)(3) organization, is to support local, regional and sustainable farms by providing an outlet for direct sales of agricultural products. Our vendors are either farmers,…

Free Trolley Exhibit at Mesier Homestead in Wappingers Falls

Mesier Homestead 2 Spring Street, Wappingers Falls, NY, United States

It's First Saturday in the village of Wappingers Falls! The village will be filled with lots of fun activities and specials all day! Visit the Wappingers Historical Society's free exhibit on the front porch of the Mesier Homestead (located within Mesier Park) featuring artifacts and photos about the Wappingers Falls-Poughkeepsie trolley, which ran from 1894–1928.…

Thunderbird Farms Sunflower Festival

Thunderbird Farms 13 Van Sickle Road, Pine Island, NY, United States

Don't miss out! This is our Opening Day! We will be having a Sunflower Festival with Karaoke, Live Music, a Vendor Market, Food, Beer, Wine, Cider, Fresh Cider Donuts, Kids Activities, Corn Hole and more! There is NO Parking or Entry Fee to enjoy these fun festivities only if you wish to enter our Sunflower…

National Mead Day Tasting and Celebration

Boutique Wines, Spirits & Ciders 18 Westage Drive, Fishkill, NY, United States

Mead. Lots of people have heard of it, but so many have never tried it. Here's your chance to try the oldest fermented beverage in human history! Check out the mead category, fermented from honey, with flavors ranging from sweet to dry, fruited to spicey. With multiple vendors showing different styles, this is the perfect…

Woodstock ’94 Remembered

Cantine Field Pavillion Street, Saugerties, NY

Check out this awesome art and music event featuring 7 different bands and guest MC's! A food truck festival will be taking place as well - so, grab something delicious to eat while you're out it!

Free

Scenic Sips Fest

Roeliff Jansen Park 9156 State Route 22, Hillsdale, NY

Inaugural Event ~ Over 15 Columbia County craft beverage producers of beer, fine wine, spirits, & hard cider will be onsite for ticketholders to sample & enjoy. Guests will recognize favorites such as Roe Jan Brewing, Whitecliff Vineyard, Harvest Spirits, & Little Apple Cidery. Attendees can relax while listening to live music: a country/folk trio…

Free – $30