Holiday Fineries at the Wineries
Shawangunk Wine TrailSip 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…
The Nutcracker at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center 6050 Route 23A, Tannersville, NYThe Catskill Mountain Foundation proudly presents the world’s beloved ballet, The Nutcracker. Now celebrating its ninth year, this annual holiday tradition has become a favorite among residents of the Catskills and Hudson Valley. Featuring the rising stars of ballet, this spectacular production has earned a reputation as one of the premier Nutcracker performances in upstate…
Dickens’s Christmas Carol
Old Dutch Church 381 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY, United StatesMaster storyteller Jonathan Kruk, along with musical accompaniment by Jim Keyes, tells the Charles Dickens story of Ebenezer Scrooge, the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, and Tiny Tim in a joyous rendition of the holiday classic, produced by Historic Hudson Valley.
“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 25th season to present this classic holiday event featuring dancers from the New York City Ballet. Peter and Lisa Naumann, co-directors of the NPBT, have brought many fine regional artists together to create this beautiful production. Dancers, designers, and technicians have all contributed to make this "Nutcracker"…
Hudson Pop-Up Holiday Market
Cannonball Factory 359 Columbia Street, Hudson, NYThe coziest indoor & outdoor holiday market is coming to Hudson, NY this season, featuring over 20+ market vendors, delicious food trucks, warm drinks, and bonfire hangouts for family & friends at the iconic Cannonball Factory in the heart of town. FEATURING: Artisanal food, handcrafted jewelry, soap and skincare, vintage fashion, ceramic and pottery, home…
AFFORDABLE ART & POTTERY BAZAAR
Rockland Center for the Arts 27 S Greenbush Rd., West Nyack, New York, United StatesDon't miss Rockland Center for the Arts' annual AFFORDABLE ART & POTTERY BAZAAR. December 7-21, 2024. Find the perfect gift this holiday season. Featuring artisan made holiday gifts. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, glass, jewelry, and more! CLICK HERE for more information.
3RD SATURDAY GUIDED BATTLEFIELD WALK
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month (May-October) for a GUIDED BATTLEFIELD WALK from 3:30PM-5:00PM at Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site. A costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American Assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort…
Christmas on the Farm with Eggbert
Devitt's Nursery & Supply 56 Devitt Cir, New Windsor, NY, United StatesThe holiday magic begins! Join us for Christmas at the Farm, where Eggbert will be here to greet families and spread Christmas cheer! Starting Black Friday, bring the whole family to experience the wonder of the season at Devitt’s.
Hudson Pop-Up Holiday Market
Cannonball Factory 359 Columbia Street, Hudson, NYThe coziest indoor & outdoor holiday market is coming to Hudson, NY this season, featuring over 20+ market vendors, delicious food trucks, warm drinks, and bonfire hangouts for family & friends at the iconic Cannonball Factory in the heart of town. FEATURING: Artisanal food, handcrafted jewelry, soap and skincare, vintage fashion, ceramic and pottery, home…
The Holiday Whodunit at Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY, United StatesChildren ages 6 to 11 become detectives to solve a history mystery. Costumed interpreters throughout the house provide clues to help the detectives discover “whodunit.” Kids can enter their solution in a drawing for a prize: a gift certificate to Oblong Books & Music. Timed-entry reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS
A Frosty Fest
Headless Horseman Hayrides & Haunted Attractions 778 Broadway Route 9W, Ulster Park, United StatesThe perfect holiday festival that the kids will love! Featuring Frosty’s Enchanted Forest drive-thru displaying beautiful holiday lights and animations with music, actors and animatronics! Park your car and walk inside to visit Santa, dance with Mr. & Mrs. Frosty, Rudolph, Snow Bear, and other characters! Sit back, relax, watch Jingle’s Magic Show, and so…
Children’s Holiday Tea at Mount Gulian Historic Site
Mount Gulian Historic Site 145 Sterling Street, Beacon, NY, United StatesMount Gulian Historic Site hosts its popular Children’s Holiday Tea once again. Always sold out in advance, the Holiday Tea welcomes children and adults to an event that combines fun, good manners, and education about a bygone era in an authentic location where social teas were once standard fare. Offered during the holiday break and…
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 (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,…
THE EARLY HISTORY OF NYACK’S FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Historical Society of the Nyacks 50 Piermont Avenue, Nyack, New YorkDon'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…
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 season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…
Uncle Cheef, Brewster: Hudson Valley’s New Live Music Lounge.
Uncle Cheef BrewsterEvery 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…
Hudson Valley Regional Farmers Market
15 Mt. Ebo Road Brewster15 Mt. Ebo Rd. S. Brewster Your source for everything local, sustainable and fresh. Produce, fruit, pickles, olives, meat, dairy, baked goods, bread, pasta and more! Eat well. Be well.
“Fairy House Hunt” Family Program at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesPut 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 StatesHudson 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…
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…