Rhinebeck Crafts Festival
Rhinebeck
May 31–June 1
Back for another year at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, this fest is a must for seekers of unique handmade items such as jewelry, home decor, fine arts, and gourmet specialties. Enjoy tastings from local distilleries, preview craft demonstrations, and participate in family-friendly activities.
Enchanted Gardens
Poughkeepsie
June 1–22, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Weekends at the Locust Grove Estate, enjoy the Fairy and Gnome House Hunt, a fun scavenger hunt for houses hidden in the trees and in the gardens. Kids and families are encouraged to dress up!
Kingdom Faire
Putnam Valley
June 1–8, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Step right up for immersive theatrical performances, acrobatic acts, sword swallowing, and meet and greets with actors in character attire. Kids can try their hand at archery and ride a zipline. Explore the artisanal shops or grab a bite at the themed pub Fan & Dagger.
Motors for Memory Truck & Car Show
New Paltz
June 7, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Presented by area fav Tom’s Repair Shop, spend the day at Ulster County Fairgrounds checking out vintage cars and trucks, refreshment vendors, raffles, and more. All proceeds go to The Alzheimer’s Association.
Hudson Valley Ciders, Seltzers & Spirits
Poughquag
June 7
At Barton Orchards, enjoy a selection of the region’s craft ciders, seltzers, spirits, and beer. Also on the farm: food trucks and live ‘90s and 2000s music from Run from Clover. The event is rain or shine.
Piermont Film Festival
Piermont
June 7–8
This small-scale movie jam presents free screenings at the Piermont public library followed by Q&As with the directors of each project. Afterward, catch a lecture at Bunbury’s Coffee Shop by environmentalist Paul Olsen.
Beacon LitFest
Beacon
June 12–14, 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Calling all bookworms! Head over to the Howland Cultural Center for a day of live readings, performances, and conversations with award-winning poets, authors, and playwrights, such as Margot Douaihy, Jode Millman, and Julia Dahl.
2025 Fermentation Festival
New Paltz
June 14, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
At Twin Star Orchards, explore dozens of local producers of fermented food and drink. Join a fermentation workshop, attend a talk with Chef Brad Leone, and check out the goods from Alice Jun, founder of Hana Makgeolli, a producer of Korean Rice wine.
Hudson Valley Taco Fest
Newburgh
June 14
At People’s Park near the water, food trucks and caterers will serve up tacos and Latin cuisine, as DJ Anthony Mangini and KISS tribute band Psycho Circus make it a fiesta to remember.
Hidden Gardens Tour & Market
Spencertown
June 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
This annual fundraising event for the Spencertown Academy Arts Center celebrates beautiful landscapes in Columbia County. Attendees will embark on a self-guided tour of five different private gardens in Spencertown, Ghent, Chatham, East Chatham, and Valatie. Back at the Academy, view the annual botanical-themed art show, Nurturing Nature.
Strawberry Festival
Schaghticoke
June 14–15, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
On Father’s Day weekend, head over to Liberty Ridge Farm for a day full of activities, live music, strawberry-themed food and treats, shopping, photo opportunities, and live music from Harmonic Duo.
Cocktails & Collections
Newburgh
June 19
Sip a cocktail or mocktail while attending a free lecture at the historic, Federalist-style Crawford House. Visit the Newburgh Historical Society’s website for speaker details.
Water Lantern Festival
Albany
June 20, 6–10 p.m.
This festival at Empire State Plaza emphasizes reflection, manifestation, and connection. Write down your hopes and dreams on an eco-friendly lantern before sending it out on the water.
Cold Spring Art, Wine, and Spirits Show
Cold Spring
June 22, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
On the lawn of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, this dog-friendly event showcases local artists and live music, along with wine and spirits tastings. Check out the vendors that will include designers, farmers, producers, and more.
Mid-Summer’s Night Wedding Market
Albany
June 23, 5–8 p.m.
At the Albany Marriott, browse over 100 exhibitors for your big day, from local caterers and bakeries offering tastings to wedding planners and other professionals. Expect raffles, Q&As, and a peek at what’s trending in the world of weddings.
Lucio Pozzi: qui dentro / in here Art Exhibit
Cold Spring
Through June 23
Magazzino Italian Art is showcasing over 30 pieces by Italian artist Lucio Pozzi to celebrate his 90th birthday. His work ranges from abstract paintings, a four-piece sculpture that is rarely on display, and various constructions.
Peekskill Film Festival
Peekskill
June 27–28
Short films, animations, and documentaries shine at this film festival at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. In addition to screenings, expect workshops with award-winning filmmakers, panel discussions, and a collection of projects by local students.
TAP NY Craft Beer Festival
East Durham
June 28–29
Since 1998, this beer bash has been providing the Hudson Valley with local craft drink and food samples, games, and live music. After a yearlong hiatus, the event comes to a new venue, Blackthorne Resort.
Gardiner Repair Café
Gardiner
June 29, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
At Gardiner Library, find a variety of supplies—from sewing materials for clothes and tools for bike fixes—to help you patch up your broken items. Need help? Expert volunteers are happy to assist!
Culture Club
Attention art lovers: Specially priced ticket packs are on sale—now through June 30—for arts and cultural experiences all season long, as part of the fourth annual Hudson Valley Summer Arts Pass. Participating organizations include Storm King Art Center, Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, Jacob Burns Film Center, and Historic Hudson Valley. Information is available on each institution’s website, though tickets must be purchased at burnsfilmcenter.org.
Cinema Savings
Going to the movies just got easier for families: The Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville is now charging $5—for all ages—for the crowd-pleasing kid flicks that run mid-morning on weekends. (Pairs perfectly with a large bucket of popcorn.)
Map Your Next Sip
Discovering the Hudson Valley’s craft spirits scene just became more fun and lively with the launch of the NY Distillery Trails app. Created by the New York State Distillers Guild, the app provides curated, themed routes (Chill in the Catskills, Fun in the Finger Lakes) and the option to browse destinations by category (bourbon, vodka, whiskey). Users can also create custom itineraries and invite friends via text or social to tag along. Plus, with the new NYS law that allows direct-to-consumer spirits shipping, the app helps users arrange for a new favorite find to be waiting for them when they get home. – Michelle Gillan Larkin
