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2026 Editor’s Picks: What to Do in the Hudson Valley on Mar 6 – Mar 8

By Inside+Out | March 4, 2026

Longer days, maple season, dance floors, mountain views—the Hudson Valley is buzzing with hikes, art, food, parades, live music, markets, workshops, and International Women’s Day celebrations in every direction. Hot List below…

🗓️ Friday, Mar 6

🥾 Margaretville, 10am – 3pm. Hike & Learn: Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower Drybrook Ridge Trailhead.
Hosted by the Catskill Center, this winter hike up Balsam Lake Mountain with Moe Lemire of Hike On Guides explores the site of NYS’s first fire tower, historic logging remnants, and a rare first-growth forest—topped with snowy Catskills views. Info HERE.

🎨 Athens, 5pm – 7pm. First Fridays at Athens Cultural Center.
New exhibitions, art lovers, and drinks await! Join us at the Athens Cultural Center to immerse yourself in art, share ideas, and feel the welcoming vibe. Info HERE.

👨‍🍳 Montgomery, 6pm. Chef + Winemaker Dinner Series: Coastal Food Fair at City Winery HV.
An intimate four-course seafood dinner with perfect wine pairings and guided tasting. Info HERE.

🗓️ Saturday, Mar 7

🥞 Cold Spring, 8:30am – 1pm. 31st Annual Maple Celebration at Taconic Outdoor Education Center.
At Fahnestock State Park, “Sap to Syrup” celebrates maple season with live demos of traditional and modern sugaring, free nature talks, and pancakes topped with some of the Hudson Valley’s finest syrup. Info HERE.

👱🏻‍♀️ Poughkeepsie, 10am – 3pm. Women’s Wellness Retreat at Dutchess Community College.
A one-day experience designed to support women as leaders, professionals, and whole people. The day blends education, thoughtful conversation, and opportunities to reset your focus, all within a shared, welcoming space. Info HERE.

🛷 Hillsdale, 1pm – 3pm. The 4th Annual Cardboard Classic at Catamount Mountain Resort.
Creativity takes center stage as participants design + build sleds using only cardboard and tape, then race them down the mountain. Whether speedy or spectacularly silly, it’s all part of the fun at this free event, with awards in multiple categories. Info HERE.

☘️ Wappingers Falls, 1pm. 31st Annual Dutchess County St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Floats, marching bands, decorations, fun and even an Emerald Ball. Info HERE.

🎶 Gardiner, 3:30pm – 6:30pm. Ginger’s Revenge at The Barn at Gardiner Brewing Company.
Come hang out, enjoy some great tunes by @arianadmusic, food + brews. Info HERE.

🥳 Chatham, 9pm – 11pm. 90’s Themed Cabin Fever Party at Chatham Brewing.
Winter is dragging on, so it’s time for a 90s-themed Cabin Fever Party. DJ Johnny-B will be on deck spinning throwback beats—so raid your closet or hit the thrift store for your best 90s look and get ready to dance the night away. Come out and warm things up. Info HERE.

🕺 Catskill, 9pm – late! Primal Disco at Avalon Lounge.
A high-energy, consent-based dance fest celebrating freedom, sweat, and zero judgment led by DJ Michael V. Expect house (classic to Afro/Latino/deep), disco, and touches of pop and soul—plus a no-drinks “Primal Zone” on the dance floor. Leave the ego at the door, bring your whole self, respect every body + let the music move you. Info HERE.

🗓️ Sunday, Mar 8

🍄‍🟫 Phoenicia, 11am – 2pm. Phoenicia Farmers Market at Pine Hill Community Center.
Browse seasonal produce, pantry staples, and handmade Hudson Valley goods while supporting small farms, family businesses, and local artisans—shop local and meet the makers behind it all. Info HERE.

👨‍🍳 Fleischmanns, 12pm – 3pm. Kimchi Workshop at San Mul.
Bring a sharp knife and an open mind for a hands-on napa cabbage kimchi workshop—make your own batch, enjoy a vegetarian lunch, and leave with jars full of delicious, probiotic goodness. Info HERE.

💁‍♀️ Woodstock, 12pm – 5pm. International Women’s Day Festival at Mountview Studios.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, this festival brings together vendors, performances, and dialogue to honor women’s voices, creativity + the power of community. Info HERE.

📖 Kingston, 1pm – 3pm. Marissa Mullen at Kingston Social.
Best-selling author and founder of @ThatCheesePlate will appear for a chat and signing of her new cookbook, I’ll Bring the Apps. Info HERE.

👸 Kingston, 1pm – 5pm. The Women Beyond Their Title Symposium at The Fuller Building.
Radio Woodstock presents a celebration of International Women’s Day, spotlighting women across the Hudson Valley making a meaningful impact. The event features a marketplace of women-owned businesses and local nonprofits, immersive gong soundscapes with HariPrakaash, a panel discussion with five remarkable women moderated by Melissa Gibson, and a closing performance by Ruth Ungar Merenda of The Mammals. Info HERE.

☘️ Mahopac, 2pm – 7pm. St Patrick’s Day Parade at the Volunteer Fire Department.
Celebrate Irish heritage with the Northern Weschester-Putnum community. Info HERE.

📚 Hudson, 3pm. Artist Talk & Book Signing at Hudson Hall.
Cuban-American artist Sita Gómez joins curator Nancy Cobean for a conversation tracing her life from wartime Paris to decades of painting in NY and Cuba, followed by a signing of her 2025 memoir, Sita Gómez: A Historical Memoir. Info HERE.

🎼 Pine Plains, 3pm – 5pm. Clarion Concerts: Amir ElSaffar New Quartet at The Stissing Center.
New Quartet Live fuses jazz and Middle Eastern sounds. Trumpet, drums, sax, and microtonal piano journey from whisper-quiet to ecstatic, crafting bold, unconventional harmonies that push musical boundaries. Info HERE.

🎱 Woodstock, 5pm – 8pm. Queer Trivia at Pearlmoon.
Test your knowledge hosted by Kingson Radio’s Jami Smith @radiokingstonny. Info HERE.

👩‍🌾 Hudson Valley, All weekend long! Explore the Bounty of Winter at Hudson Valley Farmers Markets + CSAs
These cozy seasonal pop-ups turn cold-weather weekends into lively celebrations of local food, makers and culture! Info HERE.