What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Weekend Jul 5 – Jul 7

Celebrate Independence Day, Japanese Tanabata Star Festival, sail the Sloop up the Hudson River + more!  There’s something for everyone! Choose your event below…

🎇 New Platz, July 3rd – 7th. Independence Day Celebration at Mohonk Mountain House.
Experience the Fourth of July and a week full of activities for the whole family including a parade, carnival, Illumination of the mountain + a live boat dock concert! (Must have a reservation.) Info HERE.

🪻 Hillsdale, Fri Jul 5th, 1pm. Lavender Wreath Class at Vine Gate Lavender Floral Farm.
A hands-on lavender wreath-making class where you hand-pick lavender, create a stunning wreath to take home while experiencing the beauty + tranquility of their lavender fields, and learn a new skill! Info HERE.

🍖 Tannersville, Fri Jul 5th, 3pm. July 4th Weekend Cookout at Hotel Lilien.
DJ Sir Shorty and serving smoked brisket, pulled pork + the fixings for a holiday celebration! Info HERE.

🎖️Washingtonville, Fri Jul 5th, 5pm – 9:45pm. Washingtonville’s Annual Independence Day Celebration.
Food, Fire + Fun Festival! International food trucks, drink, music + more! Info HERE.

🧘‍♂️ Woodstock, Fri Jul 5th, 6pm – 7pm. Warm Pilates at Woodstock Infusions.
A refreshing blend of core-strengthening exercises bathed in the luxurious heat of the infrared panels. Info HERE.

🎭 Tannersville, Fri Jul 5th + Sat Jul 6th, 6pm + 1pm. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Maude Adams Theater Hub.
The Candy Man is Coming to Tannersville! Check out this exciting musical of fantastical performers of all ages bring this heartwarming story to life. Info HERE.

🎨 Athens, Fri Jul 5th, 5pm – 7pm. First Fridays at Athens Cultural Center.
New exhibitions, art lovers, and drinks await! Join us at the Athens Cultural Center to immerse yourself in art, share ideas, and feel the welcoming vibe. See you soon! Info HERE.

🎶 Woodstock, Fri Jul 5th, 8pm. 420 Funk Mob at Colony Woodstock.
Deemed one of the most versatile jam bands around with a hypnotic groove! Info HERE.

🎖️ Phoenicia, Sat Jul 6th, 11am. Phoenicia’s Annual 4th of July Parade.
Decorate your own float for Phoenicia’s 4th of July parade and win $200! Classic cars are also welcome. Info HERE.

⛵️Poughkeepsie, Sat Jul 6th, 1pm + 5:30pm. Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Sail.
Take a sail on the historic 106′ Hudson River Sloop replica, which has an award-winning environmental education program fostering generations of environmental stewards in the Hudson Valley. Info HERE.

🪕 Bearsville, Sat Jul 6th, 1pm – 6pm. Bearsville Folk Festival at Bearsville Center Park.
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with exhilarating folk and roots music! Info HERE.

🧨 Germantown, Sat Jul 6th, 4pm – 11pm. Independence Day Celebration + Fireworks.
Live music, food vendors, face-painting, a magician, bounce houses + dunk tank! Info HERE.

🎇 Windham, Sat Jul 6th, 5pm. Christman’s Windham House July 4th Celebration!
Live music, chicken-burgers-hot dogs BBQ, cotton candy, popcorn, ice pops, bouncy house + epic fireworks! Info HERE.

🇺🇸 Tannersville, Sat Jul 6th, 6pm – 9pm. Village of Tannersville 4th of July Celebration at Colonial Country Club.
Live music, food + drinks with a fantastic fireworks display! Info HERE.

🎺 West Point, Sat Jul 6th, 7:30pm. Independence Day Celebration at Trophy Point.
Celebrate America’s Independence with the Army’s oldest band—back at the iconic Trophy Point Amphitheater! Grab a blanket, bring a picnic, + enjoy a wide variety of music performed by the soldier musicians of the West Point Band. Plus, fireworks over the Hudson River. Info HERE.

🦉Kingston, Sun Jul 7th, 9am – 4pm. Red Owl Flea.
First Sundays every month from June – October to hunt for treasure with 20+ vintage sellers, local makers, antique dealers, up cyclers, pickers, collectors, food + more! Info HERE.

💫 Hyde Park, Sun Jul 7th, 12pm – 5pm. Tanabata Festival at Dassai Blue Sake Brewery.
The Japanese tradition of Tanabata 七夕 is known as the “Star Festival.” There will be sushi, sake, live music, origami + more! Info HERE.

⛵️ Montgomery, Sun Jul 7th, 12pm – 5pm. Yacht Rock Fest at City Winery HV.
Immerse yourself in the smooth sounds of the seas as you embark on a festival journey at YACHT ROCK FEST, featuring the mesmerizing tunes of Frontiers—Journey Tribute Band. Food, drinks, games + more! Info HERE.

🎸 Gardiner, Sun Jul 7th, 3:30pm – 6:30pm. Telepathic Moon Dance at The Barn at Gardiner Brewing Company.
A cosmic fusion trio plays stellar instrumental music, blending jazz fusion with deep house, funk, and world rhythms. They craft a unique sound that melts genres and faces. 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.

👉 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!