Stockade Faire 2025: Uptown Kingston’s Street Party of the Year

Mark your calendars, call your crew, dress for the occasion, and get ready to dance in the street — because StockadeFaire is BACK and bigger than ever! A free, all-ages autumn festival of music, makers, DJs, dance + more! Every fall, the historic heart of Uptown Kingston transforms into an 8-block playground of creativity, community, and cultural cool — and 2025 promises the most unforgettable celebration yet. From family-friendly unicorn dance parties to heart-thumping DJ sets, and from vintage hot rods to indie maker markets — this is your invitation to join the Hudson Valley’s favorite street festival!

StockadeFaire is more than a festival. It’s a celebration of the Hudson Valley’s soul — the makers, dancers, dreamers, families, friends, and funky folks who make this community shine.

WHEN: October 4th | 11am – 11pm
WHERE: Uptown Kingston’s Historic Stockade District | Wall Street + North Front Street
COST: Free for All & All Ages Welcome
PARKING: Street parking available early; public transit encouraged!

DAYTIME DELIGHTS

Phoenicia Flea Marketplace | 11pm – 5pm

Our friends at Phoenicia Flea return with a curated street-long bazaar of handcrafted goods, unique vintage, slow fashion, apothecary, home goods, art, and more. Curated by the ever-stylish Maya Lekach, this year’s lineup of Hudson Valley makers is the stuff of daydreams and Etsy boards.

Rat’s Nest Run-In (New!) | 1pm

Calling all gearheads and retro fans: Wall Street gets WILD this year with the debut of the Rat’s Nest Run-In — a show-stopping classic car + hot rod roundup curated by Brian Morris + Steven King. These vintage rides are chrome-covered love letters to Americana, and they’re cruising into Kingston from all across the country.

Unicorn Disco for Tots | 1pm – 2:30pm

Get ready to boogie with your babies! Sponsored by the Midtown Kingston Arts District, the Unicorn Disco brings sparkles, giggles, and wiggles for the littlest festival-goers, along with an all-day play zone full of fun + games.

LIVE MUSIC

The Assembly Stage | 12pm to 6pm

Expect a killer lineup of local talent bringing soul, funk, indie vibes, and autumnal joy to your ears — all powered by the state-of-the-art sound of Assembly, Kingston’s newest concert and arts venue with a BIG heart and even bigger energy. The featured lineup includes: Louis Cato, Amber Rubarth, Chris Morrissey, ,Abigail Dempsey, Anya Marina and Nic Panken.

NIGHTTIME BLAST | 12 pm – 11 pm

Wolf + Lamb Present Parties 4 Peace Stage

As the sun dips low, the tempo rises high. StockadeFaire co-founder Zev and his dance floor co-pilot Baby Prince of the legendary Wolf + Lamb crew are kicking off their 20th Anniversary Tour right here in Kingston. And they’re not coming alone. In partnership with Parties 4 Peace — the global nonprofit that uses dance music to build a better world — we’re bringing international DJs, body-shaking beats, and positive energy to the streets. The featured lineup incudes:  Wolf + Lamb, Hawks, Laura Lynn, Sloane/Motion, MattFX, Sensay Shnay, Li’l T, Unicorn Disco for Tots (Encore set!) and Tinkerism.

Sparkle and Shine with House of YES

What’s a street party without a little sparkle?  NYC’s iconic HOUSE OF YES is bringing the glitter cannon — and their roster of jaw-dropping performers, interactive art, and pure nightlife magic. Get ready for shimmering dancers, surprise acts, and moments that will melt your face off (in the best way). Sound by White Rabbit Audio — because your ears deserve a party too.

StockadeFaire is more than a festival. It’s a celebration of the Hudson Valley’s soul — the makers, dancers, dreamers, families, friends, and funky folks who make this community shine. So whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the fashion, or just to feel the love on the street — come as you are and let the StockadeFaire spirit carry you away.

WHEN: October 4th | 11am – 11pm
WHERE: Uptown Kingston’s Historic Stockade District | Wall Street + North Front Street
COST: Free for All & All Ages Welcome
PARKING: Street parking available early; public transit encouraged!

See you there!
Don’t miss the magic. Dress for dancing. Bring a friend. 

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For more details visit the website here > Follow @StockadeFaire on Instagram for sneak peeks, vendor reveals, set times + glitter bombs.