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What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Weekend Jul 26 – Jul 28

By inside + out | July 24, 2024

Mid-summer is here, and there are so many AMAZING things happening in the Hudson Valley. Comedy, food and wine fests, live music, workshops, and more! Always something for everyone. Choose your event below…

🚣 Beacon, Fri Jul 26th, 1pm – 3pm. Putnam History Museum Kayak Tour: World’s End.
Join the knowledgeable crews from the Putnam History Museum + Hudson River Expeditions for a captivating history tour of the Hudson Highlands by water. Info HERE.

🪻Saugerties, Fri Jul 26th, 3pm – 5pm. Aromatherapy workshop at Autocamp.
Join an herbalist-led aromatherapy workshop at Autocamp. Discover the benefits of natural scents + create your own all-natural remedies. Info HERE.

🎙️ Bearville, Fri Jul 26th, 8pm. The Big Takeover at Bearsville Theater.
Wildly popular local roots reggae band, guaranteed to make you dance your arse off! Info HERE.

🎭 Chatham, Fri Jul 26th, 8pm. RENT at Mac-Haydn Theater.
Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical is back at the Mac-Haydn. Having paved the way for contemporary musical theatre, RENT is a beloved cultural phenomenon, known for its raw, resonant storytelling and remarkable rock score. Info HERE.

🤡 Ellenville, Fri Jul 26th – Sun Jul 28th. Borscht Belt Festival.
Comedy, cuisine + celebrating culture! Info HERE.

🍄 Olivebridge, Sat Jul 27th, 9am – 11:30pm. For the Love of Fungi: Mushroom and Arts Festival at The Ashokan Center.
Guided forays, inspiring speakers, cooking, demos + workshops, art, food, artisanal marketplace + “mush” more! Info HERE.

🎠 Woodstock, Sat Jul 27th, 10am – 5pm. 93rd Annual Woodstock Library Fair.
Celebrate the many eras of Woodstock history since the 1st Library Fair in 1931. Live Music, beer + wine, food, clothing + book sale, kid’s activities on the “Forever Green” Library Lawn! Info HERE.

🪘Woodstock, Sat Jul 27th, 10am – 1pm. West African Drum + Dance workshops at Mountainview Studios.
Dance with Master Artist Mamady Sano and Drum with Abou Camara. Mamady Sano is, without a doubt, one of the most important representatives of Guinean dance around the world. Come dance to the beat of live drums! Info HERE.

👩‍🌾 Saugerties, Sat Jul 27th, 11:30am – 7pm. Soil Fest at White Feather Farm.
Workshops, demos, food trucks, and live music – all in celebration of the ground beneath our feet. Dig in! Info HERE.

🌻 Newburgh, Sat Jul 27th, 1pm – 3pm. Forage & Plant Dye Workshop – Garden Dyes.
Create a dye bath with blooms you’ll pick from the garden. Then make a face scrub and dye a silk scarf + more! Info HERE.

🍷 New Paltz, Sat Jul 27th, 6pm -9pm. 5-Course Wine Pairing Dinner at Mohonk Mountain House.
Joseph Phelps Vineyards will be presenting their Napa Valley Bordeaux-styled blend paired with perfectly paired culinary cuisine. Info HERE.

🤡 Catskill, Sat Jul 27th, 7pm. Catskill Comedy Fest Presents “Cowboys” at Avalon Lounge.
The place? The Wild West. The year…The Wild West. An off-Broadway comedy blend of physicality + absurdist sketch comedy rock ‘n’ roll. Info HERE.

🪗 Mount Tremper, Sat July 27th, 7pm – 9pm. Zydeco Revelators at Emerson Resort & Spa.
Sweet Cajun accordion, electric guitar + a powerhouse rhythm section of Louisiana dance music. Bring yer dancin’ shoes. Info HERE.

🎸 Montgomery, Sun Jul 28th, 12pm – 5pm. Vino Palooza Fest at City Winery HV.
Lush vineyards under azure skies, with live music by Disciples of The Garden – Legacy of Chris Cornell. Wine, food, drink + more! Info HERE.

🌜 Windham, Sun Jul 28th, 3pm – 8pm. Purple Moon Barn Dance at Windham Manor.
We believe everyone deserves a night out, regardless of means. Everyone gets a hot meal, a cold drink, and good tunes. Celebrate their mountaintop community + volunteer fire departments! Info HERE.

🐟 Poughkeepsie, Sun, Jul 28th, 5pm – 10pm. Fish & Game Dinner at Mill House Brewing.
Savor local fish, shellfish + wild game meats at a multi-course family-style dinner. Info HERE.

👨‍🌾 Explore Hudson Valley’s vibrant Spring to Fall Farmers Markets + CSA, which 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.