Things to Do

Arts & Culture

If arts and culture are what you seek, then the Hudson Valley is the place for you. The region is packed to the brim with things to do throughout the year, so there's truly something for every interest. Whether you're a native Hudson Valleyite or a newcomer to the area, you'll love exploring the dozens of museums that dot towns along the river. Throughout the year, keep an eye out for artistic festivals and intriguing plays, not to mention art galleries, upcoming performances, and exciting cultural offerings. There's always something fun to do in the Hudson Valley.

Day Trip Guides

The Hudson Valley is a dream for day trips. The sheer abundance of idyllic towns in the region means there's always somewhere new to discover (or rediscover, if you've been to the town before). Perhaps the most exciting part of life along the Hudson River is that it's everchanging, with new businesses and eateries popping up each day. Whether you're a local or visitor to the Hudson Valley, use our day trip guides as a starting point for your adventures through fan-favorite towns like Beacon, Cold Spring, and Rhinebeck or waterfront destinations like Coxsackie, Nyack, or Piermont (and that's just the start). Of course, if you uncover something new while you're in town, so much the better — that's the point of a day trip, after all.

Outdoors Guide

Few things are more delightful than jaunts into the great outdoors in the Hudson Valley. Adventures outside are an all-seasons affair in the region, and there's always something new and exciting to do. Spring and summer bring camping, craft fairs, drive-in movies, and fishing, while fall and winter are all about leaf peeping, skiing, and snowboarding. Hiking in the Hudson Valley is a year-round favorite, which is why we have more than a few guides to the top trails in the region. There are also picture-perfect bike trails, sunny swimming holes, and autumnal adventures galore. The only thing left to decide, then, is where to start?

Here’s What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Week

A gift bazaar in Palisades, a holiday party in Round Top, and more highlight this week's things to do in the Hudson Valley.

Postcard Cabins Tempts With Tiny Cabins and Idyllic Views in the Catskills

With locations in both the eastern and western Catskills, Postcard Cabins is a dream destination to reflect and recharge in nature.

Mountain Jam Music Festival Returns for 2025 at Belleayre Mountain

After a six-year hiatus, Mountain Jam music festival makes a triumphant return in 2025 at Highmount's Belleayre Mountain.

Where to See “The Nutcracker” in the Hudson Valley

If your holiday isn’t the same without dancing sugar plum fairies and toy soldiers, head to one of these performances of “The Nutcracker.”

These Ugly Sweater Parties Deliver Holiday Fun in the Hudson Valley

Bust out your most hideous holiday-themed sweater for these events, bar crawls, and parties in the Hudson Valley.
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Where to See Santa in the Hudson Valley This Holiday Season

You better watch out and you better not cry because Santa Claus is coming to the Hudson Valley at these festive events and celebrations.

The Lockwood Gallery Is a Hub for Narrative-Driven Art in Kingston

Located off Route 28 between Kingston and Woodstock, The Lockwood Gallery emphasizes concept-based art displays.

An Insider’s Guide to December Events in the Hudson Valley

Hudson River tourism directors share their top picks for places to go, sights to see, and things to do throughout the December holiday season.

Where to See the Brightest Holiday Lights in the Hudson Valley

Christmas fun awaits at these dazzling home light displays, community events, and new takes on Hudson Valley holiday traditions.

Pick Your Perfect Pine at a Hudson Valley Christmas Tree Farm

From sky-high spruces to Charlie Brown classics, local farms have the loveliest evergreen trees to make the season merry and bright.
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