Fall Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
Various Locations
October 28–November 10
Take advantage of special prix-fixe lunch and dinner deals for two weeks at over 120 of the region’s best dining destinations. Reservations at participating eateries can be made online.
2024 Shaker Holiday Market
Albany
Throughout November, Tuesdays– Sundays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Step inside the Shaker Heritage Society’s circa 1848 meeting house to browse the wares of regional potters, jewelry makers, fiber artists, and more. Admission to this event is free.
Borscht Belt Film Fest
Ellenville
November 1–3
The Catskills Borscht Belt Museum presents its first-ever film festival in Ellenville. Films that explore themes related to the Borscht Belt era or are created by individuals with personal connections to the region will be screened and discussed at the Shadowland Stages theatre.
CATS
Cornwall
November 1–3
Come and see a local adaptation of the famous Broadway show by Andrew Lloyd Weber at Theatre on Main Street. The story follows a tribe of cats known as the “Jellicles” who come together for the annual “Jellicle Ball.”
Fall Festival
Schaghticoke
November 1–3
Head to the Capital Region’s Liberty Ridge Farm for the final weekend of its 2024 Fall Festival. Visitors can enjoy apple cider donuts, explore a 10-acre corn maze, take a ride on a miniature train, say hello to the farm animals, and play a variety of outdoor games.
Myths & Mysteries of The Octagon House
Irvington
November 1–3
This weekend concludes the run of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House’s special Halloween tour. Visitors to the historic home will learn about the unique lives of past residents, the house’s connection to 19th-century spiritualism, and more as they walk the halls.
Stormville Airport Flea Market
Stormville
November 2, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
The grounds of Stormville Airport will host the last flea market of the 2024 season, featuring vendors selling a variety of antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, and other goods. Parking and admission are both free.
Hudson Valley Beer, Whiskey & Wine Festival
Poughquag
November 2, 1–6 p.m.
At Barton Orchards, sample wines, craft beers, and spirits from the Hudson Valley and beyond. Shopping vendors, a corn maze, a farm market, live music, and food trucks will also be onsite.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
Albany
November 8–11
One of the most famous variety acts comes to downtown Albany’s MVP Arena to present “The Greatest Show on Earth.” Trapeze artists, BMX riders, and more will perform at seven shows across a four-day residency.
Train & Hobby Show of the Hudson Valley
Poughkeepsie
November 10, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Calling all railroad enthusiasts: this exhibition at the MJN Convention Center hosted by the Hudson Valley Railroad Society will feature model trains, a ride-on locomotive for kids, Polar Express promotions, holiday photo ops, vendors, and much more.
Flag Changing Ceremony
Highland/Poughkeepsie
November 17, 12–12:30 p.m.
Gather at the Center Overlook of the Walkway Over the Hudson to witness the monthly flag-changing ceremony that honors our region’s veterans. All are welcome to attend this event organized by American Legion Post 739 of Pleasant Valley.
Fall Fest Weekend
Rye
November 18–19, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Bring the kids to the Westchester Children’s Museum to celebrate the season with fun STEAM activities. Children can explore leaf litter microbiomes with magnifying glasses, create batteries out of pumpkins, make playdough from applesauce and cinnamon, and more.
HV Hullabaloo
Kingston
November 23–24
The Hullabaloo takes over the Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center for a weekend full of over 75 makers and vintage vendors, music, food, photo booths, and DJ sets. Admission is $2 in cash per person.
Basilica Farm & Flea Holiday Market
Hudson
November 29–December 1
Part design fair, part farm market, and part vintage shop, this event hosts a variety of vendors selling farm-fresh foods, upcycled wares, and handmade gifts. Makers will be set up throughout the 10,000-square-foot Basilica Hudson space. Tickets are available online and at the door.
One-Day Adult Animation Workshop
Montgomery
November 30, 5–7 p.m.
Join up-and-coming animator Aedan Ciganek at the Wallkill River Center for the Arts for a crash course in the basic skills of animation. Students will be provided with a tablet and stylus to practice animation techniques, study movement in real life and cartoons, and create their own animation.
