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What to Do in The Hudson Valley This Weekend Dec 22 – Dec 24

By inside + out | December 21, 2023

I’m dreaming of a White Christmas all wrapped up in… an ugly holiday sweater party, Solstice Stroll,  Cabaret, Polar Express + caroling! Hudson Valley has something for ALL! Take your pick below…

🦌 Catskill, Thur Dec 21st, 6pm – 8pm. Catskill Annual Winter Solstice Stroll.
Enjoy a magical evening on a Solstice walk in the serene beauty of winter, illuminated pathways, live music + refreshments for the longest night of the year. Info HERE.

🎻 Beacon, Thur Dec 21st, 7:30pm. A Wynotte Sisters Solstice Spectacular!
An alt-country singer-songwriter fiddler, a bassist-ukulele player + a Norwegian powerhouse celebrating the holidays! Info HERE.

🥾 New Paltz, Fri Dec 22nd, 8:30am – 11:30am. Winter Solstice Hike.
Welcome winter with a hike through the woods. We will look for winter birds, and animals getting ready for the long winter and learn some tips for identifying the winter trees and weeds. Info HERE.

🚂 Kingston, Fri Dec 22nd, 1pm – 8pm. The Polar Express at Catskill Mountain Railroad.
Relive the classic story THE POLAR EXPRESS™ on a magical trip to the North Pole with Santa, his Elves, hot chocolate + more! Info HERE.

🥃 Claverack, Fri Dec 22nd, 4pm – 8pm. Ugly Sweater Happy Hour at The Cooper’s Daughter Cocktail Barn & Garden.
A festive evening with cozy seating in our heated cocktail barn, hot drinks + food by @thethisandthatfoodtruck. Info HERE.

⛄️ Esopus, Fri Dec 22nd, 5pm – 9pm. The Great Keg Tree Lighting + Ugly Sweater Party.
Join us as we light our keg tree, judge some ugly and help out those in need at Great Life Brewing. Info HERE.

🪘Woodstock, Sat Dec 23rd, 10:30am – 1pm. West African Drum + Dance classes at Mountainview Studios.
Weekly African drum 10:30am class + dance 11:30am class. Burn off those Christmas cookies AND have fun dancing to live drums! Info HERE.

🛍️ Shandaken, Sat Dec 23rd, 12pm – 3pm. Winter Maker Market with Mimi’s Art Flow.
Last chance for handmade gifts! Info HERE.

⛄️ Ulster Park, Sat Dec 23rd, 4:30pm – 9pm. A Frosty Fest.
Enjoy a drive-thru experience with your favorite characters, Jingle’s Magic Show + more! Info HERE.

🎄Woodstock, Sat Dec 23rd, 7pm. A Charlie Brown Christmas Tribute with the Jeremy Baum Trio.
Sing into the holiday with warmth + joy at the Graveside Variety. Info HERE.

👠 Woodstock, Fri Dec 22nd, 10pm. Seasons Shimmies: A Holiday Burlesque + Cabaret Night at the Colony.
A night of burlesque, cabaret, music + more to get you into the holiday spirit. Inf HERE.

🕊️ Hillsdale, Sun Dec 24th, 3:30pm – 4:30pm. Sing to The Mettabee Garden, Bees & Animals.
Song packets are provided + all ages are welcome! Info HERE.

🎻 Rosendale, Mon Dec 25th, 7pm. Fiddler on the Roof at Rosendale Theatre.
Come by for the fun as we celebrate one of the most beloved musical film experiences of all time. Complimentary Chinese nosh for everyone (while they last)! A night of family, friends + joy. Info HERE.

🌽 Hudson Valley Area, Check Out the Hudson Valley Farmer’s Markets Near YOU!
From year-round to seasonal markets, here’s your insider’s go-to Hudson Valley Farmer’s Markets. Info HERE.

👉 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!

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