Puppeteering with Brad: Cardboard Explosion at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in Poughkeepsie

Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Enjoy this creative and fun program with puppeteer, puppet builder and arts educator Brad Shur, the founder and lead artist of Paper Heart Puppets! With help from the audience, Brad transforms simple cardboard shapes into elaborate puppet characters, then brings them to life right before your eyes. Plus, participate in a puppet-inspired craft before or…

JazzFest White Plains

The five-day festival presents 18 live performances taking place across downtown White Plains – from emerging talent to world-renowned artists, including four Grammy Award-winners and nominees.

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze

Van Cortlandt Manor 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-Hudson, ny

Come Celebrate 20 Gourd-eous Years in the Hudson Valley! Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by our team of artisans. Complete with synchronized lighting and an original soundtrack, this one-of-a-kind event is not to be missed! NEW FOR 2024…

Fall Crafts @ Lyndhurst

Come shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, weddings or just for yourself! Find handmade original fashions, accessories and jewelry; functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, fiber, wood and mixed media; and fine art painting, printmaking, drawing and photography.

German American Social Club of Peekskill Annual Oktoberfest September 14-15

German American Social Club of Peekskill Annual Oktoberfest September 14-15 Kramer’s Pond Rd. Putnam Valley Home (gac1936.com) Continuous entertainment under the giant party tent. Beer Stein Holding Contest Saturday September 14th at 7PM. A great variety of German and American food is available. Viennese Cafe located inside the clubhouse. Activities for the kids and fun…

Climate Carnival 2024

Columbia County Fairgrounds 182 Hudson Avenue, Chatham, NY, United States

What’s in store at Columbia County’s Climate Carnival? The Repair Cafe – Waste not! Bring your broken stuff to get repaired (sign up agead of time) Free Store – Pick up items that your neighbors don’t need anymore. Did we say it’s free? Compost Compound – Why should you compost your kitchen scraps? Food waste…

HUDSON VALLEY CRAFT BEER & FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Clover Stadium 1 Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona, NY, United States

Join us for the Hudson Valley Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. 12PM to 6PM at Clover Stadium. Featuring live music, craft beers, food trucks, artisan vendors, kids' activities and more! $5 tickets FREE parking!  Visit www.nyboulders.com for details.

“Nina West is The Very Queen!” at Vassar College

Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Nina West, star of television, stage, and film, makes her Big Gay Hudson Valley concert debut in a brand-new show called "Nina West is The Very Queen!" Through story and song, Nina will take you on a journey of the moments that have made her career one to watch. Featuring selections from "Hairspray," "The Little…

BRICK ALLEY BLOCK PARTY!

Garner Arts Center 55 W Railroad Ave, Garnerville, New York

GARNER Art Center’s longtime late-night favorite, BRICK ALLEY BLOCK PARTY returns!  Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at 8PM. Featuring music, immersive art installations, and pop-up performances in 19th century industrial spaces while sampling local food, and craft beverages to fuel the evening set in New York’s landmark Garner Historic District.  Tickets on sale now! Visit www.garnerartscenter.org. 

Event Series Moon Festival

Moon Festival

New Century 517 Neversink Drive, Port Jervis, NY, United States

The 9th Annual Moon Festival is the largest multicultural event in the Tri-state region, celebrating one of Asia’s most revered holidays - the Moon Festival or Mid-Autumn Festival. Generations and families, young and old, will connect with each other and the local community through soaring music of the erhu, pipa, drums, and other traditional Chinese…

10th ANNUAL HAVERSTRAW FOOD CRAWL – EATS & BEATS

Downtown Haverstraw Haverstraw, NY, United States

The 10th ANNUAL HAVERSTRAW CRAWL EATS & BEATS Returns! Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. 1-5PM.  FREE event!   Join us for a day of music, food and great family fun in downtown Haverstraw!  Featuring over 20 participating restaurants! Beer garden, live music, magician, clowns and more! Fun for the whole family! Visit www.haverstrawfoodcrawl.com for details!

Event Series NOT SO UPSTATE WEEKEND

NOT SO UPSTATE ESCAPE WEEKEND

Penguin Rep Theatre 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point, NY, United States +2 more

Join us for the 3rd annual NOT SO UPSTATE ESCAPE WEEKEND Sept. 13-15, 2024. Visit Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point on Friday night and experience acclaimed professional theatre in a charming repurposed 1880’s barn. Stop by GARNER Arts Center on Saturday night, a repurposed 19th century industrial mill site in Garnerville that is home to artists, creatives, award-winning craft beer,…

Path Through History 2024

Ten Broeck Mansion 9 Ten Broeck Place, Albany, NY, United States

Choose your path through history! Join the Albany County Historical Association | Ten Broeck Mansion in celebrating Path Through History on Saturday October 12 from 11 am -4 pm. Join us for an exploration of the rich and diverse history of Albany County by choosing your path to explore. There will be driving, walking, and…

Traveling Vietnam Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute at Bowdoin Park

Bowdoin Park 85 Sheafe Road, Wappingers Falls, NY, United States

Dutchess County’s Office of Veterans Affairs brings the American Veterans Traveling Tribute Traveling Vietnam Wall to Bowdoin Park. The wall, an 80 percent replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., contains the names of U.S. military personnel who died in the Vietnam War. The memorial will be open to visitors around the clock…

PHOENIX FESTIVAL LIVE ARTS IN NYACK 2024

The 3rd Annual PHOENIX FESTIVAL LIVE ARTS IN NYACK Returns! September 12-22, 2024. A celebration of classical theater, music, local culture, and the creative spirit of community. Features both live and outdoor performances throughout the beautiful village of Nyack. Back for its third year! Join us for this annual family-fun celebration featuring live outdoor classical theater, music, dance,…

Salute2Vets at the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Join the Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization and veterans from both Dutchess and Ulster County in celebrating those who served this nation. Dutchess County Veteran Services and MHA Dutchess Vet2Vet will host resource and informational tables for Veterans on the East (Poughkeepsie) side of the Walkway. There will be food trucks and free food…

“Cook Up Some Magic” with the Culinary Institute and The Inn at Bellefield

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

The Culinary Institute of America and the Inn at Bellefield invite you to participate in this one-time, all-inclusive culinary experience. Learn to cook like a pro at a two-hour, hands-on cooking class at the CIA, then enjoy a dinner for two featuring the dishes you just prepared. This exclusive package also includes a tour of…

13th Annual Putnam County Wine & Food Fest

Wells Park Brewster, NY

13th Annual Putnam County Wine & Food Fest September 21-22 at Wells Park in the Village of Brewster. Nestled in the heart of the Hudson Valley at Wells Park, 98 Oak Street, Brewster, NY 10509, PCWFF is strategically positioned, just an hour away from the bustling metropolis of New York City. Its proximity extends its…

Albany Book Festival 2024

University at Albany 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY

The annual Albany Book Festival presented by the NYS Writer’s Institute celebrates the literary arts with panel discussions, book vendors, book signings, writing workshops and more. Attended by more than 100 authors and poets, stop by the festival and join book lovers from local authors to nationally-known and critically acclaimed writers.

PearlPalooza 2024

North Pearl Street Albany, NY, United States

Don’t miss Albany’s high-anticipated, all-ages music festival. The largest all-day music festival in downtown Albany, enjoy a series of musical performances, delicious food and drink vendors, and a morning YogaPalooza – a street-wide yoga gathering. The festival, presented by the Downtown Albany BID, takes over N. Pearl Street a location lined with some of downtown’s…