20 Date Ideas and Romantic Experiences in the Hudson Valley

When it comes to date ideas, the Hudson Valley offers so many opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a special to-do for Valentine’s Day or an anniversary or want to treat your sweetie to a fun outing, these activities will get you started.

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Explore shops and eateries on our many Main Streets, like those in Saugerties, Cold Spring, Nyack, and Peekskill.

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Sample signature wines and decadent dishes at City Winery Hudson Valley for Valentine’s Day.

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Discover your inner artist at Eat. Paint. Love. in Beacon or Wallkill River Center for the Arts. Or have Grape Canvas Parties bring the paint and sip party to you.

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Sip on great beer (dozens of styles to choose from), wine, and even cider at Newburgh Brewing Company.

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Celebrate historical power couples at the grounds of the FDR Estate (above) and Val-Kill in Hyde Park, and the scenic park of Olana State Historic Site in Hudson.

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Take dance lessons with your loved one at Fred Astaire Dance Studio or Dojo Dance Company to experience the world of ballroom dancing.

 

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Hear and see established, emerging, and under-recognized artists with concerts from Jazz Forum Arts in Tarrytown, Westchester’s beloved jazz club.

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See a concert or show from a historic theater like The Bardavon in Poughkeepsie.

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Enjoy dinner and live music at The Falcon in Marlboro.

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Take a cooking class and prepare meals like the chefs at The Culinary Institute of America.

 

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Take an art day trip to Beacon where you can visit Dia Beacon via advance reservations.

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Enjoy an art performance or watch a concert at the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. Programming ranges from classical music to opera to theater, so there’s something for everyone.

 

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Impress your special someone with a date filled with art and athletics as you wander the expansive grounds at Art Omi in Ghent.

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Embrace the giggles at Laugh It Up Comedy Club, located at Mahoney’s Irish Pub & Steakhouse in Poughkeepsie.

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Go on a morning winter hike at one of the Hudson Valley’s gorgeous natural destinations.

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Take your date to see a classic feature or new release at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville. The It Happened One Night screening on Valentine’s Day features a dessert reception with Analog on Hudson’s Photo Booth for an exciting portrait.

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Look for your favorite album from your teenage years or discover a vast selection of new vinyl at Darkside Records in Poughkeepsie.

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See a play or musical revue performed live at The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, then stick around for a day trip in town.

 

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Join Juckas Riding Stables in Pine Bush for a romantic date night trail ride.

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Take a winter walk at Minnewaska State Park Preserve or Poet’s Walk Park in Red Hook, named in honor of Washington Irving and other literati who once strolled here.

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Related: 9 Places to Take a Romantic Staycation in the Hudson Valley