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What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Weekend Jan 10 – Jan 13

By inside + out | January 8, 2025

Discover a weekend of fun in the Hudson Valley! Try Nerd Nite, sound meditation, circus artistry, or an art reception. Dance the night away at a Silent Disco or the Sunset Dance Party at Hudson Maritime Museum. Something for everyone—take your pick…

Kingston, Fri Jan 10th + Sat Jan 11th, 7pm. Rock Academy Presents 70’s Sirens at Assembly.
The Rock Academy is a performance-based, interactive music school with working, professional musicians on staff dedicated to teaching kids to play music in an authentic hands-on approach by performing killer performances LIVE! Info HERE.

Beacon, Fri Jan 10th, 7:30pm. Nerd Nite Hudson Valley at Howland Cultural Center.
Grab a drink, have some laughs, listen to some good tunes + chat with fellow nerds as we talk tech, space, science, weird history, film + more! Info HERE.

Philmont, Sat Jan 11th, 10am – 12pm. Winter Tree ID Trek with Columbia Land Conservancy.
Ever wondered about the trees alongside the trail? Looking to expand your tree identification skills? This trek is for you! Info HERE.

Chatham, Sat Jan 11th, 2pm – 4:30pm. Circa: What Will Have Been at PS21.
Experience the haunting beauty + daring artistry of the Australian-based Circa, where a breathtaking circus meets the virtuosity of violinist Miranda Cuckson, set to Bach + electrifying electronica. (SOLD OUT – JOIN WAITING LIST) Info HERE.

Hudson, Sat Jan 11th, 4pm – 6pm. JANUS: Between Two Worlds at Susan Eley Fine Art.
Opening Reception is a curated journey by Katharine Dufault that explores duality, transition, and the mysterious beauty of blurred realities. Info HERE.

Wappingers Falls, Sat Jan 11th, 6pm. “I Love the 80s…to Death” at River Valley Arts Center.
A Rockin’ Radical Night of Mystery by The Murder Mystery Company with apps + cash bar. Info HERE.

Highmount, Sat Jan 11th, 6:30pm – 10pm. Belleayre Mountain’s 75th Anniversary Winter Shine Gala.
Celebrate 75 years of memories, milestones + mountain magic! Cocktails + hors d’oeuvres, fine dining + live music. Info HERE.

Woodstock, Sat Jan 11th, 7pm – 10pm. Robert Burke Warren’s Bowie Birthday Bash at Colony.
Help celebrate the legend, David Bowie’s birthday with Robert Burke Warren and other guests! Info HERE.

New Paltz, Sat Jan 11th, 7pm. VARIABLE film screening at The Rock + Snow Annex.
A free screening of an epic film following two brothers’ 10-year journey to attempt backcountry skiing of the Adirondack 46ers – a rugged collection of 46 mountains in the Catskill + Adirondack Mountains–featuring a post-film Q&A. Info HERE.

Spencertown, Sat Jan 11th, 7:30pm. Gary Lucas Solo Concert at Spencertown Academy Arts Center.
Grammy-nominated guitarist Gary Lucas delivers a solo tour de force blending original songs, blues, tributes, Jeff Buckley + more. Read more in our exclusive interview HERE. Concert info HERE.

Saugerties, Sat Jan 11th, 8pm – 10pm. Silent Disco Dance Party at Autocamp Catskill.
Dance the night away to a silent disco with DJ Joro-Boro, spinning Global Bass + Balkan beats! Slip on the headphones, feel the rhythm, + connect through music. Info HERE.

Bearsville, Sat Jan 11th, 8pm. John Medeski, Joe Russo + Nels Cline at Bearsville Theater.
The soulful trio of drummer Joe Russo, keyboard wizard John Medeski + guitar maestro Nels Cline is taking their spellbinding, otherworldly jams to bigger stages. Let the improvisational magic begin! Info HERE.

Beacon, Sat Jan 11th, 8pm. ARTICHOKE Storytelling Series at The Howland Cultural Center.
A hilarious lineup of storytellers + comedians to entertain you and all the BFFs! Info HERE.

Explore the Bounty of Winter at Hudson Valley Farmers Markets.
Support small local farms that foster a sense of community + promote healthy living. From live entertainment to family-friendly activities, they offer a fun and diverse experience for all! Info HERE.