The Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Dutchess County Fairgrounds 6636 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY, United StatesHere is a holiday attraction the entire family will love! Immerse yourself in holiday cheer as you drive through hundreds of expertly crafted lights displays accompanied by festive sounds of the season. It's sure to make your spirit sparkle. The Wonderland of Lights will run Nov. 28–Dec. 1, Dec. 5–8 and Dec. 12–29 from 5–9…
HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Downtown Nyack 2 North Broadway, Nyack, New YorkJoin us to celebrate the season of family, friends and giving at Nyack's annual HOLIDAY LIGHTS event. Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 at 6:00PM. Featuring performances by the Rockland Ukulele Orchestra and the Bossy Frog Band. Fun for the whole family! CLICK HERE for details.
Enjoy Autumn Splendor at Stonecrop Gardens in Cold Spring
Stonecrop Gardens is open every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday through October 30th At its windswept elevation of 1,100 feet in the Hudson Highlands Stonecrop enjoys a Zone 6a climate. The gardens cover an area of approximately 15 acres and comprise a diverse collection of gardens and plants including woodland and water gardens, a grass…
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…
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…
Pine Bush Perspectives: A Juried Photo Exhibit
Albany Pine Bush Preserve 195 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY, United StatesA Juried Photo Exhibit Come see the new collection of photographs from this year’s Pine Bush Perspectives: A Juried Photo Exhibit. Each visitor views the Albany Pine Bush Preserve from a unique vantage point worthy of celebrating and sharing. The jurors selected photographs that represent a diversity of content and vision. This collection of photographs…
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…
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…
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,…
“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…
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.
LEGOLAND® NY Holiday Bricktacular
LEGOLAND® New York Resort 1 LEGOLAND Way, Goshen, NY, United StatesGet 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,…
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.
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…
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…
Empire Skate Plaza
Empire State Plaza Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY, United StatesSkate into fun at the Empire State Plaza Ice Rink! This winter activity is a quintessential Albany experience. Open 12 PM to 8 PM, skate under the stars next to the stunning architecture of the New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza. Skate rentals are $5 with free skate rentals every Saturday.
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…
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…
Catskill Mountain Railroad Polar Express™
Catskill Mountain Railroad, 55 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401Set 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…