An Insider’s Guide to February 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 month of February.

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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. There are a ton of things to do in the Hudson Valley each month. While this winter has been a mild one, we’re still looking forward to seasonal delights like the Cocoa Crawl in Port Jervis and Hudson Valley WingFest in Poughkeepsie. There are also some enticing live performances this month, whether you’re into classical, jazz, blues, or theater. What’s more, with numerous business openings as of late, there is even more shopping and dining to explore around the region.

To help scout out the best events in the Valley, we reached out to local tourism directors from Albany to Westchester for their top picks for things to do. Check out their selections, then get planning!

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Albany County

Albany Amour

Nine Pin Cider, Albany
February 15, 6-8 p.m.

 

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Back for 2025, this popular Valentine’s Day event includes an evening of stories showcasing sweet, scandalous, and downright notorious lovers throughout Albany’s history. Select stories will be paired with a specialty cider handpicked by Nine Pin that embodies the spirit of the couple’s tale.

Night at the Discover Center

Albany Pine Bush Preserve, Albany
February 19, 4:30-7 p.m.

Meet Pine Bush characters from the past and present as you enjoy interactive exhibits, games, storytelling, and more at this evening event. Highlights of the Discover Center include live local wildlife programs, reenactors that bring historic exhibits alive, a take-home activity kit, and the new exhibit, The Nature of Texture.

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Heathers the Musical

Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes
February 21 – March 9

Experience this dark comedy on the big stage with Heathers the Musical at the Cohoes Music Hall. Based on the cult film starring Christian Slater and Winona Ryder, the musical explores high school love, drama, and revenge like you’ve never seen before.

Columbia County

National Hot Chocolate Weekend

Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, Claverack
February 7-9, 4-6 p.m.

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Head to the heated cocktail barn and garden at Cooper’s Daughter Spirits to celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with spiked hot chocolate specials all weekend long. Enjoy cozy seating next to the pellet stove and dig into hot chocolates like black walnut, peppermint, gingerbread, and hot cacao, along with food truck options.

Valentine’s Day Cabaret

Hudson Hall, Hudson
February 14, 7 p.m.

 

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Treat your loved one to a special Valentine’s Day Cabaret at Hudson Hall with the legendary Marilyn Maye. Recognized by Ella Fitzgerald as “the greatest white female singer in the world,” Maye is a 96-year-old sensation from the golden age of show business. She returns to Hudson Hall for one night only.

Michael Louis at the Catamount Lodge

Catamount Mountain Resort, Hillsdale
February 22, 2-5 p.m.

Spend the afternoon in the Catamount Lodge to catch the Michael Louis Band play Brooklyn Swamp Music. From blues to funk to soul, the band mixes and swirls genres to create an original sound with Michael Louis, Andrei Sebastian, and Keith Crupi.

Dutchess County

Hudson Valley WingFest

MJN Convention Center, Poughkeepsie
February 1, 5 p.m.

 

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The original Wingfest is back for the 18th year, and it promises to be the biggest and most delicious wing event ever. Savor unique flavors from more wing restaurants, food trucks, and caterers than before. At the end of the day, vote for your favorite wings as the best of the best battle it out, and enjoy live music, games, and prizes along the way.

Brew-Your-Own-Beer Workshop

Clover Brooke Farm, Hyde Park
February 16, 1 p.m.

Learn how to home-brew your own beer with Dr. Mike Tibbetts, co-owner of Clover Brooke Farm and Hyde Park Hops. Understand the biochemistry of fermentation and enjoy tours of the hop field and a brewing setup that will allow you to craft your home brew right on the farm.

Pawling’s Unofficial Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

Broad Street, Pawling
February 22, 10 a.m.

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day early at Pawling’s Unofficial Parade. Now in its ninth year, the celebration has become a popular event in southern Dutchess despite being held almost a month earlier than the Irish holiday. Covering just 223 feet on Broad Street, the procession has become known as “America’s Shortest Parade.”

Greene County

2025 Winter Makers’ Market

Greenville Arms 1889 Inn, Greenville
February 8

Head to this winter makers’ market for an open house-style market with local makers, hot drinks from the espresso bar, and chocolates from the inn’s kitchen. The event is the perfect winter outing to bring together the community and support local artisans.

Make Valentine’s Day “Kisstory”

Wire Event Center Ballroom, Coxsackie
February 14, 7-11 p.m.

For fans of Kiss, this Valentine’s Day performance is a must-see. Enjoy an electrifying show by Kisstory – the ultimate Kiss tribute band – as it performs music from the 1977 Love Gun album. Expect iconic stage props, dynamic pyrotechnics, and larger-than-life spectacles that make Kiss legendary.

“Love Me Tender” Valentine’s Weekend Getaway

Blackthorne Resort, East Durham
February 14-15

Celebrate your Valentine all weekend long during this romantic getaway at Blackthorne Resort. Head to the Catskills for champagne, chocolates, a prime rib dinner with dessert and a cocktail, and a live Elvis tribute at the Phoenix Pub.

Orange County

Valentine’s Craft Market

Drowned Lands Brewery, Warwick
February 9, 12-8 p.m.

 

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, this indoor craft market returns this February at Warwick’s Drowned Lands Brewery. Local vendors, artists, and craftspeople will showcase their best items for sale, including jewelry, woodwork, candles, and other artisanal goods. To close out your weekend, enjoy great beer and food specials all day on Sunday.

Valentine’s Murder Mystery Dinner

Blue Arrow Farm, Pine Island
February 14, 6-9 p.m.

 

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Switch up the usual Valentine’s Day festivities for this murder mystery event. Spend the evening in suspense as you laugh the night away and participate with a bumbling detective as he tackles his trickiest case yet where Cupid’s arrow causes chaos and takes a comedic turn. The event is for individuals ages 18 and older, and tickets are $60.

Port Jervis Cocoa Crawl

Throughout Port Jervis
February 22, 12-5 p.m.

Join the tour and visit participating local merchants as you sip warming hot chocolate in Port Jervis. Around the town, try samples of cocoa or other sweet treats along with some great deals after you pick up your cocoa crawl passport at any participating business.

Putnam County

Lunar New Year

Chuang Yen Monastery, Carmel
February 1-2

 

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Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Carmel’s Chuang Yen Monastery. Home of the Buddhist Association of the United States, the location hosts religious services and festivals of all kinds to cultivate awareness and develop wisdom.

Fahnestock Winter Park

Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park, Carmel
All February long

 

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Spend a winter day at Fahnestock Winter Park to cross country ski, snowshoe, or sled. With 20 kilometers of machine-groomed ski trails, rental equipment, and a concession stand with hot food and drinks, the weather-dependent destination is the perfect place this February.

Brewster Ice Arena

Brewster
All February long

The county’s premier sports and entertainment facility, the Brewster Ice Arena is open throughout February for fun on the ice. The facility has three indoor rinks and a fourth seasonal outdoor rink for skating under the lights at night, as well as a bar and dining onsite.

Rockland County

Classical Candlelight Concert Series

Angel Nyack, First Reformed Church of Nyack, Nyack
February 8, 7 p.m.

Classical candlelight concert
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Savor the sweet sounds of CreArtBox in Nyack this month. The internationally known chamber ensemble will perform an array of music that’s effortlessly blended with projected visuals. Expect to hear works from Mendelssohn and Weber. Tickets range from $40 for general admission to $55 for preferred seating in the first four rows. For students, tickets run $10 apiece.

Rockland Arts Festival

Palisades Center Mall, West Nyack
February 9, 1-4 p.m.

Swing by the Palisades Center Mall to browse the works of more than 50 visual artists, listen to live music by Amanda Peckler, and watch a dance performance by Anna Mayta. The fest goes down on the first floor near H&M and includes free art bingo and prizes, along with caricatures and face painting for kids.

Banff Film festival
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Banff Mountain Film Festival

Lafayette Theater, Suffern
February 21-22

Calling all film lovers! Suffern’s historic Lafayette Theater hosts the Banff Mountain Film Festival over two days in February. Known as the largest and most prestigious mountain festival in the world, the fest showcases award-winning films from across the globe that will leave audiences riveted.

Ulster County

Black History Month Kickoff Celebration

Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston
February 3, 1-4 p.m.

Presented by Black History Kingston, this kickoff event features the work of local photographer Michael Torres, who captured the portraits of 100 elders in the community. This initiative was driven by a desire to honor and appreciate the wisdom and experiences of the older generation. Light refreshments will be served along with music from Phat Inc.

NYS Pride Ski Weekend 2025

Belleayre Mountain, Highmount
February 7-9

 

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Join the Pride Center of the Capital Region, Big Gay Hudson Valley, and the Hudson Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center for this weekend of winter fun. The event brings together the LGBTQ+ community and allies for three days of snow sports and other festivities throughout Kingston.

Hot Chocolate Fest 2025

The Ashokan Center, Olivebridge
February 15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

 

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Indulge in over six flavors of hot chocolate and food in The Ashokan Center’s dining hall this February. Live entertainment from Library Band, Uncle Rock, and more will set the ambiance, and free guided hikes are available all day long as well.

Westchester County

African American Heritage Trail

Throughout Westchester
All February long

February kicks off Black History Month, so now is the perfect time to explore the African American Heritage Trail. The collection of historic sites honors the impactful contributions of African Americans in shaping America’s story.

Teatown’s Hudson River EagleFest

Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson
February 1, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

 

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Witness the majestic sight of bald eagles during their winter migration at Teatown’s 21st annual Hudson River EagleFest. The program includes thrilling live bird shows spotlighting birds of prey, bird walks during which visitors can view eagles through spotting scopes, heated tents filled with educational displays, and exhibits, crafts, and games for the kids. Grab a bite to eat from one of the food trucks throughout the day.

Maple Sugaring Workshops

Muscoot Farm, Katonah
Throughout February

 

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Visit Muscoot Farm for a sweet experience this winter with maple sugaring workshops throughout the month. Visitors will learn the essentials of maple sugaring, from identifying sugar maples and tapping techniques to transforming sap into syrup.

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