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What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Weekend Jul 4 – Jul 6

By inside + out | July 2, 2025

Looking for Independence Day weekend plans in the Hudson Valley? From mountain-style pig roasts and dreamy flower workshops to fireworks, flea markets, and live music—there’s something for every vibe. Whether you’re chasing bold flavors, small-town magic, or a laid-back view, the Hudson Valley delivers. Take your pick below…

🇺🇸 New Paltz, Fri Jul 4th – 6th. July 4th Celebration at Mohonk Mountain House.
Celebrate the holiday with a week of family-friendly festivities including a parade, carnival, mountain illumination + live dockside concert. Info HERE.

🌭 Kinderhook, Fri Jul 4th, 12pm. 2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest at Del’s Roadside.
Del’s Roadside hosts a family-friendly Hot Dog Eating Contest with prizes, laughs, and plenty of delicious food and homemade ice cream. Info HERE.

🎸 Woodstock, Fri Jul 4th, 7pm – 10pm. Weird Phishes at Colony Woodstock.
A hybrid mashup of Radiohead + Phish + Moondogs = Weird Phishes: a genre-melding live act turning melancholy masterpieces into sprawling, danceable explorations. Info HERE.

🍖 Windham, Fri Jul 4th, 7pm – 10pm. Pig Roast + Fireworks at Wylder Windham.
Celebrate mountain-style with a pig roast, live music + big views—good vibes, hearty food + summer fun. Info HERE.

⛲️ Stormville, Sat Jul 5th, 8am – 4pm. Stormville Airport Antique Show & Flea Market.
Shop 400+ vendors with antiques, vintage goods, handmade crafts, and more—plus enjoy tasty bites from local food spots. Info HERE.

💐 Accord, Sat Jul 5th, 10am – 12pm. “Flower Fireworks” Arranging Workshop at Sea Change Farm & Flower.
Create a dreamy dahlia-centered arrangement using July’s airy blooms—includes materials, guidance, refreshments + photo ops. Info HERE.

🌟 Hyde Park, Sat Jul 5th + Sun Jul 6th, 12pm – 5pm. Tanabata Festival + Independence Day Celebration at Dassai Blue.
Enjoy a festive celebration with wishing trees, live music, Japanese crafts, outdoor market, sake, sushi, wagyu burgers, okonomiyaki + more! Info HERE.

🧜‍♀️ Tannersville, Sat Jul 5th + Sun Jul 6th, 1pm + 6pm. The Little Mermaid at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center.
Everyone’s favorite mermaid, Ariel, comes to life with 50 local musical theater talents. Info HERE.

🎸 Bearsville, Sat Jul 5th + Sun Jul 6th, 8pm – 11pm. Todd Rundgren: STILL ME (STILL WE) at Bearsville Theater.
Rock icon Todd Rundgren returns to Bearsville Theater for an unforgettable night of music where it all began. Info HERE.

🦉 Kingston, Sun Jul 6th, 9am – 4pm. Red Owl Flea.
First Sundays through November 2nd—find treasure with 20+ vintage sellers, local makers, antique dealers, upcyclers, pickers, collectors, food + more! Info HERE.

🥘 Woodstock, Sun Jul 6th, 5pm – 8:30pm. BreakBread Potluck at the Woodstock Community Center.
Join “Conversation Activism”—gatherings that spark care, connection + community through food + art. Info HERE.

🎺 Saugerties, Sun Jul 6th, 6pm – 8pm. Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp at Opus 40.
A 12-piece Geneva-based collective fusing punk, krautrock + high life into ritual-like performances. Curated by @thelocalsaugerties, sound by @utopiastudiosbearsville + lighting by @studio.rrd. Info HERE.

👨‍🌾 Explore Hudson Valley’s vibrant SPRING to FALL Farmers Markets, Marketplaces, and Community-Shared Agriculture (CSA).
Support small local farms, foster a sense of community and promote healthy living. From live entertainment to family-friendly activities, they offer a fun and diverse experience for all! Info HERE.

🇺🇸 INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS

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