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

The Hudson Valley is waking up as the sun shines + warms the earth. Come out + get back into nature with art, fishing, music, and hands-on adventures! From a breathtaking photography exhibit to fly fishing, antler shed hunting, and an Earth Day celebration, there’s something for everyone. Take your pick below…

🧘‍♀️ Mt Tremper, Fri Apr 4th – Sun Apr 6th. Intro to Zen Training Retreat at Zen Mountain Monastery.
An immersive experience in an ideal setting, nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains for novices + experts alike. Info HERE.

📚 Woodstock, Fri Apr 4th – Sun Apr 6th. 2025 Woodstock Bookfest.
Bringing authors, book lovers + engaging panels to celebrate the theme “Do Good!” with conversations, a Story Slam + special guests like Griffin Dunne. Info HERE.

🥂 Catskill, Fri Apr 4th, 4:30pm – 8pm. First Friday + Cocktail Evening at Made X Hudson.
Join the 2-yr Anniversary celebration with cocktails, tunes + food. Info HERE.

🎞️ Willow, Fri Apr 4th, 5pm – 7pm. Opening Reception for Overlook Mountain Exhibit at The James Cox Gallery.
Explore Overlook Mountain with a stunning exhibit by photographer Kelly Sinclair, featuring 20 black-and-white archival prints capturing the beauty, history and sweeping views of this iconic trail. Info HERE.

🎨 Kingston, Fri Apr 4th, 5pm – 7pm. An Artist Talk With Debra Priestly at DRAW.
An informal discussion exploring recurring themes in Debra’s work, such as memory, ancestry, history + cultural preservation, and the use of domestic utilitarian objects to spark a dialog. Info HERE.

🎸 Woodstock, Fri Apr 4th, 7:30pm – 9:30pm. Byrdcliffe First Friday Concerts at Kleinert/James Center for the Arts.
Featuring Joey Eppard, Frank McGinnis + Moontripp showcasing the incredible talent of the region’s music community in a cozy, artistically rich setting. Info HERE.

🎣 Livingston Manor, Sat Apr 5th, 9am – 3pm. Beginner Fly Fishing Workshop at Dette Flies.
Whether you’re new to the world of angling or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical techniques needed to embark on your fly fishing journey with confidence. Info HERE.

🦎 Austerlitz, Sat Apr 5th, 10am – 12pm. Woodland Pools Exploration at Harris Conservation Area.
This guided nature walk is perfect for all ages, offering a chance to explore woodland (vernal) pools + observe migrating amphibians like spring peepers, wood frogs + salamanders. Info HERE.

🦌 West Kill, Sat Apr 5th, 11am – 5pm. Intro to Antler Shed Hunting at West Kill Brewing.
Come out to learn the basics of searching for deer antlers with artist, conservationist, + expert shed hunter Jeremiah Stone @theprimitiveinstinct. Info HERE.

🌍 Kingston, Sat Apr 5th, 12pm – 3pm. Earth Day Event for Kids at The Cornell Creative Arts Center.
Get hands-on with nature + explore exciting activities! Don’t miss out on this fun-filled afternoon celebrating our planet. Info HERE.

🎼 Mt Tremper, Sat Apr 5th, 2pm – 9pm. Indian Classical Music Workshop + Vegetarian Dinner + Performance at Matagiri Sri Aurobindo Center.
Sahana Banerjee, a leading female sitar player of India’s Rampur Senia Gharana, is a child prodigy from a rich musical heritage, known for her Veenkar Dhrupad style will lead a workshop. After, there will be dinner + a live performance. (can join separate events). Info: HERE.

🥘 Arkville, Sat Apr 5th, 5pm – 8pm. Wild Game Potluck Dinner at Catskill Forest Association.
Celebrate the new building with a potluck dinner at CFA’s new office building! Bring your favorite wild game or edible forest dish to share. Info HERE.

🎸 Pine Hill, Sat April 5th, 7pm – 9pm. Live Music at the Pine Hill Community Center.
Jaketown Road, a rock band from Bethel, NY—just a mile from the iconic Woodstock Festival site—brings the spirit of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s to life with their unique spin on Classic and Americana Rock, delivering high-energy performances reminiscent of legends like The Allman Brothers, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and The Grateful Dead. Info HERE.

👠 West Park, Sat Apr 5th, 7pm – 11pm. Burlesque in Bloom Dinner + Show at The Hudson House & Distillery.
Kick off spring with fine dining and dazzling entertainment hosted by Hudson Valley’s Ginger Maraschino! Info HERE.

🪴 Rosendale, Sun Apr 6th, 11am – 1pm. Annual Rosendale Plant + Seed Swap at Rosendale Recreation Center.
Bring your healthy, pest-free plants, cuttings, seedlings, or seeds to share—no need to contribute to take, but the more we swap, the better! (No invasives or aquatic plants, please!) Info HERE.

👒East Durham, Sun Apr 6th, 1pm. Farrell School of Irish Dance Spring Fling at The Shamrock House.
Don’t miss the Farrell School of Irish Dance Spring Fling, featuring incredible young dancers, Irish music, great food, a raffle, prizes, a 50/50, and fun for the whole family! 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.

Photo by Kelly Sinclair

👉 Know of more cool events happening in the Hudson Valley/Catskills area?
Leave them in the comments below.

Have a wonderful weekend from Inside+Out Upstate NY!