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?

9/11 Memorials and Events in the Hudson Valley Honor Those Lost

Honor the memory of the victims of September 11, 2001 at these moving dedications and gatherings throughout the Hudson Valley.

Got2Lindy Dance Studios Celebrates 20 Years in the Hudson Valley

In Ulster County, Got2Lindy Dance Studios has been teaching swing dance and beyond since 2004 at two locations in Marlboro and Kingston.

10 Fall Food Festivals That Add Flavor to the Hudson Valley

Sample local specials, sip craft beers, and taste award-winning wines at these fall-themed food and drink events across the Hudson Valley

Score Vinyl and More at Record Stores in the Hudson Valley

Local record stores provide the perfect environments to discover music new and old while browsing beloved albums in a cherished format.

How to Find the Perfect Fall Hobby in the Hudson Valley

Take our quiz to find the perfect fall hobby for you, then learn more about how to get started in the Hudson Valley.
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Here’s What to Do in the Hudson Valley This Week

Oktoberfest in Poughkeepsie, a street fair in Nyack, and more highlight this week's things to do in the Hudson Valley.

Wylder Windham Is a Mountainside Escape in the Hudson Valley

With a prime location near Hunter and Windham Mountains, Wylder delights with creekside views and top-tier dining.

An Insider’s Guide to September 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 September.

These Hudson Valley Planetariums and Observatories Are out of This World

See stars, planets, galaxies, and more as you learn about outer space at the region’s educational planetariums and observatories.

Labor Day Weekend Events to End Summer in the Hudson Valley With a Bang

As the last big weekend of the summer approaches, make sure you have these barbecues, pool parties, and fireworks shows on your agenda.
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