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Shop select Hudson Valley stores for incredible holiday deals throughout Black Friday and into Thanksgiving weekend.
After the final slice of pie disappears and the sleepy wave of tryptophan wears off, the anticipation of Black Friday arrives. In the Hudson Valley, the commercial craze takes hold all the way from Albany to Westchester, offering locals the chance to check off everyone on their list…and save some serious dollars while doing it (a major win amid days of high gas prices and inflation).
Whether they focus on online or in-person shopping, the Hudson Valley’s storefronts pull out all the stops with Black Friday deals — and even some Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday specials — to kickstart the holiday season. So what are you waiting for? Scroll through this list of discounts, then set your alarm for a bright and early wake-up call. Happy shopping, Hudson Valley!
Albany County
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The Colonie Center offers serious shopping deals, like 50 percent off at J.Crew and Express Factory Outlet. Plus, did we mention that Nordstrom rack has so many gifts under $25? If you’re looking for a one-stop shopping experience this holiday season, The Colonie Center has you covered.
Columbia County
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For #shoplocal supporters, Basilica Hudson hosts its annual Basilica Farm & Flea Holiday Market all weekend long. The local maker event is a treasure trove for one-of-a-kind knickknacks in one place. Browse the full list of vendors to create a shopping game plan in advance and scout out your picks early. Shop the wares of dozens of vendors, with an emphasis on vintage, recycled, locally sourced, and handmade items. The market spans 10,000 square feet inside Basilica Hudson, so bring your walking shoes if you’re planning a trip here.
Dutchess County
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Darkside Records hosts Record Store Day Black Friday with 1,000 used records hitting the shelves. It’s an in-person experience only, so browse the list beforehand to see if there’s anything that catches your eye. If the records alone don’t sell you, Darkside will also be raffling off an indie exclusive autographed copy of Neil Young & Crazy Horse’s newest record, with all proceeds going to the Dutchess County SPCA. And did we mention The Poughkeepsie Grind will be pouring free coffee?
Locust Grove hosts a multi-vendor artisan market in Poughkeepsie that’s free to enter and open through Sunday. The historic setting sets up a lovely collection of fine artistic works and designer-quality goods. Stop by any point on Friday through Sunday to look for something special.
Head to the Poughkeepsie Galleria to score deals at multiple storefronts. For the little ones, don’t forget to book a session for photos with Santa.
Rhinebeck’s wonderful small businesses draw shoppers searching for sales. Scroll through our local shopping guide for inspiration on stores to visit while in town.
Greene County
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Do yourself a favor and save big on an Epic Pass to Hunter Mountain this Black Friday weekend. The last chance for a pass is December 4, and lift tickets will be limited, so the mountain recommends buying lift tickets and passes in advance.
Spike’s Record Rack in Catskill participates in Record Store Day on Black Friday. Get there at 10 a.m. to browse limited-edition RSD releases. The store stays open until 8 p.m. that day and is posting Instagram videos with snippets of titles that will be in stock. There are no holds, so you have to be there to score the vinyl you crave.
Orange County
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Woodbury Common may just be the most popular spot in the Hudson Valley on Black Friday, and for good reason. After all, where else can you find dozens upon dozens of designer retailers stocked to the brim with discounts galore in one place? Score 40-70 percent off the entire store at Tommy Hilfiger (and head to the outlet’s website to save a coupon to get an additional 25 percent off your purchase of $150 or more or 15 percent off your entire purchase from November 21-30). Michael Kors will be offering an extra 20% off purchases made between now and November 30 as well.
Putnam County
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Pop into the Garrison Art Center over Black Friday weekend to shop the Holiday Pottery Show and Sale. The event runs through November 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, so stop by to shop the one-of-a-kind items from talented vendors. The show is closed on Thanksgiving.
Rensselaer County
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Troy Night Out, which occurs on the last Friday of every month, gets extra special around the holiday season. Hit the downtown to pop from one storefront to the next and take advantage of sales and specials for the occasion. When you’re done, or if you just need a break, stop by one of the eateries in the region for a scrumptious pick-me-up.
Rockland County
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Palisades Center goes all out with its post-Thanksgiving programming this year. Peruse the 200-plus brands scattered across the four-level shopping center in Rockland County in search of the perfect gifts for family and friends. There are more than a dozen restaurants in the mall, not to mention a ropes course, comedy club, and more. In other words, it’s more than easy to spend your entire Black Friday here.
Ulster County
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Craving an escape? For its biggest sale of the year, Mohonk Mountain House offers 40 percent off of midweek escapes and 25 percent off of weekend getaways on select dates. There’s a two-night minimum for both options, and the dates of the special are from November 20, 2022 to April 29, 2023. The cyber sale ends on December 2 at 5 p.m., so make a move if you want to make the most of this deal.
Ready for Giving Tuesday? We have a whole list of Hudson Valley donation centers and food pantries for anyone looking to support local, along with additional volunteering opportunities.
