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Antique Car Show at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesEnjoy over 400 antique and classic cars among the historic trees and gardens at Locust Grove. Prizes are available in multiple categories, as judged by the Hudson Valley Auto Enthusiasts. There will be food available for purchase at the show. To register your special car for judging/entry, click here
Frederick Douglass Day at College Hill Park
College Hill Park Bartlett Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesOn 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,…
Fish and Game Dinner at Mill House Brewing
Mill House Brewing 289 Mill Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThis 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…
Mid-Hudson Comic Con at the MJN Convention Center
Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New YorkHead to the Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center (formerly the Mid-Hudson Civic Center) for the two-day Mid-Hudson Comic Con on Aug. 3 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Aug. 4 (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Over 100 exhibitors, cosplay contests, gaming, panel discussions and more! VIP pass includes the weekend pass, which gets you in both days (early entry…
Connect with Us: Adults with Disabilities Morning at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in Poughkeepsie
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThe Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum invites adults with disabilities who are 18 years of age or older, along with their caregivers, to explore the second floor of the museum before it opens to the public and participate in a sensory activity. It’s a chance to enjoy the exhibits in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Click here to register.
Mid-Hudson Comic Con at the MJN Convention Center
Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New YorkHead to the Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center (formerly the Mid-Hudson Civic Center) for the two-day Mid-Hudson Comic Con on Aug. 3 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Aug. 4 (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Over 100 exhibitors, cosplay contests, gaming, panel discussions and more! VIP pass includes the weekend pass, which gets you in both days (early entry…
La Guelaguetza Festival in Poughkeepsie
Victor C. Waryas Park 1 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThe annual La Guelaguetza festival brings everyone together at Waryas Park for a day-long celebration showcasing Oaxacan culture and traditions, including traditional Oaxacan dances and costumes, artwork, crafts, live music, kids' activities and a whole lot of authentic Oaxacan food! Bring the entire family, and don't forget your appetites!
Sunset Sensations at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesSample culinary tastings from a celebrated Hudson Valley chef paired with three fine tastes of wine and a wine presentation. Round out the evening with a tour of Locust Grove's heirloom flower gardens or kitchen gardens that inspire this celebrated local chef. Click here to purchase tickets.
Guided Walking Tour of Public Art in Poughkeepsie
Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center 9 - 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesAward-winning muralist Franc Palaia leads this tour, which is part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble. The two-hour walking tour covers only a few blocks in downtown Poughkeepsie and examines over 45 indoor and outdoor murals, sculptures, historical monuments and works of architecture. Highlights include several New Deal-era murals commissioned by Franklin D. Roosevelt, large-scale contemporary…
Germania of Poughkeepsie Hosts Oktoberfest 2024
Germania of Poughkeepsie 37 Old Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, United StatesGermania of Poughkeepsie presents Oktoberfest 2024, a fun, festive — and authentic — Oktoberfest at the Germania Festival Grounds. The three-day celebration will be held Sept. 6 from 5–10 p.m., Sept. 7 from 1–10 p.m. and Sept. 8 from 12–5 p.m. Enjoy live German bands, German food, home-baked German desserts, traditional German beer, children’s entertainment,…
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk on the grounds of the historic mansion. Tour at your own pace, stay all day or just as long as you’d like. Costumes…
Germania of Poughkeepsie Hosts Oktoberfest 2024
Germania of Poughkeepsie 37 Old Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, United StatesGermania of Poughkeepsie presents Oktoberfest 2024, a fun, festive — and authentic — Oktoberfest at the Germania Festival Grounds. The three-day celebration will be held Sept. 6 from 5–10 p.m., Sept. 7 from 1–10 p.m. and Sept. 8 from 12–5 p.m. Enjoy live German bands, German food, home-baked German desserts, traditional German beer, children’s entertainment,…
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk on the grounds of the historic mansion. Tour at your own pace, stay all day or just as long as you’d like. Costumes…
Germania of Poughkeepsie Hosts Oktoberfest 2024
Germania of Poughkeepsie 37 Old Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, United StatesGermania of Poughkeepsie presents Oktoberfest 2024, a fun, festive — and authentic — Oktoberfest at the Germania Festival Grounds. The three-day celebration will be held Sept. 6 from 5–10 p.m., Sept. 7 from 1–10 p.m. and Sept. 8 from 12–5 p.m. Enjoy live German bands, German food, home-baked German desserts, traditional German beer, children’s entertainment,…
Puppeteering with Brad: Cardboard Explosion at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in Poughkeepsie
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesEnjoy 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…
Sunset Sensations at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesSample culinary tastings from a celebrated Hudson Valley chef paired with three fine tastes of wine and a wine presentation. Round out the evening with a tour of Locust Grove's heirloom flower gardens or kitchen gardens that inspire this celebrated local chef. Click here to purchase tickets.
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk on the grounds of the historic mansion. Tour at your own pace, stay all day or just as long as you’d like. Costumes…
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk on the grounds of the historic mansion. Tour at your own pace, stay all day or just as long as you’d like. Costumes…
Salute2Vets at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesJoin 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…
Harvest Hunt Kids’ Scavenger Hunt at Locust Grove Estate
Locust Grove Estate 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome enjoy a kid-friendly day in the gardens and find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk on the grounds of the historic mansion. Tour at your own pace, stay all day or just as long as you’d like. Costumes…