2026 Editor’s Picks: What to Do in the Hudson Valley on Jul 24 – Jul 26

Where will this weekend take you? Paddle the Hudson, forage for mushrooms, dance until midnight, catch Broadway under the stars, sip cider, feast on tacos, explore the Borscht Belt, or wander a farmers market. However you spend it, this weekend is all about getting outside to experience the Hudson Valley. Hot List below…

ALL WEEKEND

🧘 Delhi, Fri – Sun. Catskill Mountain Yoga Festival.
A weekend of yoga, meditation, wellness workshops, live music, nature + community set against the backdrop of the Catskill Mountains. Info HERE.

🎭 Phoenicia, Fri – Sun. Grease: The Musical at Phoenicia Playhouse.
Step back into the 1950s with Danny, Sandy + the unforgettable Pink Ladies and T-Birds in this high-energy musical packed with iconic songs, romance and rock ‘n’ roll. Runs through August 16. Info HERE.

🎡 Cairo, Fri – Sun. Greene County Youth Fair at Angelo Canna Park.
One of the Catskills’ favorite summer traditions returns with livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, family entertainment, competitions + classic fair food. Info HERE.

🎭 Fishkill, Fri + Sat. Epic Broadway at Bannerman Castle.
Take a boat ride to Bannerman Island for an evening of Broadway favorites performed in one of the Hudson Valley’s most unforgettable open-air settings. Info HERE.

🫜 Ellenville, Sat + Sun. Borscht Belt Fest at The Catskills Borscht Belt Museum.
Celebrate the rich history and culture of the Catskills’ legendary Borscht Belt with live entertainment, food, history + community events throughout the village. Info HERE.

🍅 Hudson Valley, ALL weekend! Your Ultimate Guide to the Hudson Valley’s Vibrant Farmers Markets: Spring to Fall.
Your go-to guide to the Hudson Valley’s vibrant Farmers Markets, spring through fall—where fresh seasonal produce, local farms and community come together. Info HERE.

FRIDAY, JULY 24

🎤 Andes, 6pm – 9pm. Cans + Clams at The Andes Hotel & Restaurant.
Kick off the weekend with steamed clams, cold cans + a lively night out back featuring music and karaoke with DJ Tito. Info HERE.

👠 Woodstock, 7pm. “Boudoir Blues: Burlesque Summer Fest” at Colony Woodstock.
Step into an evening of burlesque, blues, jazz + vintage cabaret featuring dazzling performances, sideshow acts, glittering spectacle and old-world glamour. Info HERE.

⚧️ Annandale-on-Hudson, 8pm. Grey Arias: Unplugged at Bard SummerScape.
Blending cabaret, comedy, opera + provocative conversation, Adrienne Truscott and Le Gateau Chocolat explore identity, allyship and the blurred lines of modern culture in this witty, thought-provoking performance. Info HERE.

SATURDAY, JULY 25

📚 Woodstock, 10am – 5pm. 95th Annual Woodstock Library Fair at the NEW Woodstock Library.
Celebrate 95 years of one of Woodstock’s favorite summer traditions with a full day of books, live music, local food and drinks, raffles, library merch, family activities, bounce houses, a water slide, face painting, arts and crafts, and the beloved Clothing Tent—all at the library’s new home on Dixon Avenue. Info HERE.

🥃 New Hampton, 12pm – 9:30pm. Brown Barn Bash at Orange County Distillery.
An all-day outdoor celebration featuring live music, local vendors, craft cocktails, food + a laid-back summer atmosphere on the farm. Info HERE.

🍏 Walden, 12pm. Flavor Fest at Angry Orchard Cider House.
Sample bites from 15 Hudson Valley food vendors, enjoy live music, lawn games + crisp hard cider during this flavorful summer celebration. Info HERE.

🌮 Leeds, 12pm – 8pm. Taco + Tequila Festival at Meadowbrook Farm Catskills.
Savor tacos, tequila, margaritas + live music while browsing 50+ local artisans and enjoying food trucks, family fun and mountain views. Info HERE.

⛵ Hudson, 4pm – 5:30pm. Indigenous History Sail on the Schooner Apollonia.
Set sail on the Hudson River with ethnoecologist Justin Wexler for a fascinating journey exploring the history, culture + river relationships of the region’s Indigenous peoples. Info HERE.

🎸 Kingston, 8pm. Fruit Bats at Assembly.
Indie folk favorites Fruit Bats bring their warm, melodic sound and thoughtful songwriting to the stage for an evening of heartfelt Americana and lush harmonies. Info HERE.

💃 Catskill, 8pm – 10pm. Bridge Street Dance Open Stage Show at The Avalon Lounge.
Enjoy an energetic evening of live dance featuring performers of all levels and styles—from fusion belly dance to waving—followed by music, dancing and a celebration of creativity + community. Info HERE.

SUNDAY, JULY 19

🫐 Austerlitz, 9am – 3pm. Blueberry Festival at Old Austerlitz.
Celebrate the 25th annual festival with blueberry pancakes, historic craft demonstrations, live music, artisans, antiques + family activities on the grounds of this historic village. Info HERE.

🌾 Leeds, 10am – 11:30am. Daily Life in the Late Woodland Period with Wild Hudson Valley.
Step back in time during this outdoor presentation exploring the daily lives of Northeastern Native Peoples before colonization, featuring authentic artifacts, traditional tools + a reconstructed Eastern Woodlands garden. Info HERE.

🍄 Saugerties, 10:30am – 12:30pm. Mushroom Foray at Opus 40.
Explore the woods with certified forager Chris Baker during a guided walk focused on mushroom identification, sustainable foraging + the fascinating role fungi play in the forest ecosystem. Info HERE.

🇮🇹 Wallkill, 11am – 5pm. Italian Fest 2026 at Magnanini Winery.
Celebrate Italian culture with authentic cuisine, local vendors, wine, grappa, sangria and a festive day of food, music + summer fun. Info HERE.

Photo by Urana Kinlen of Croton Point Park during the Hudson River Music Festival 2026

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