Step into history at one of the Upper Hudson Valley's finest historic house museums and gardens. Feature exhibit for 2026: "Road to Revolution: Leadership in 1776 and Beyond." Learn about the role the Revolution played in the lives of people at Ten Broeck Mansion and Albany County, and trace the changing leadership of the emerging […]
Immerse yourself in history! Join these special sequential tours, allowing you to visit three of Albany's finest historic sites exploring freedom and opportunity from the 1700s-1800s, and how immigrants and African Americans shaped our nation's ideas about freedom. Learn about the lives of enslaved persons, and the accomplishments and contributions of free persons of color […]
Archtober Newburgh is an annual, month long, all-free celebration of one of the Hudson Valley's most remarkable built environments, and the people keeping it alive. As the second-largest historic district in New York State, the birthplace of the historic preservation movement, and the home of the first publicly owned historic site in the United States, […]
The ordering of time 200 years ago was just as important as it is now, and regardless of one's social and economic standing, the ownership of a clock was a necessity as well as a status symbol. For the Cortland County resident in that period there were, remarkably enough, over 20 different area shelf clock […]
Fall MRKT returns to Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY for three days of one-of-a-kind shopping set against the Hudson Valley's stunning fall scenery. Browse 250+ independent makers and artisans, enjoy live music and seasonal eats, and take part in hands-on activities for all ages. October 9-11, 10 AM-6 PM daily. Advance tickets are encouraged, as […]
October 10 - 25. Celebrate autumn at Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest: Colors in the Catskills, returning for three weekends this October. Enjoy vibrant fall foliage, live entertainment, Bavarian-inspired food, local craft beverages, artisan vendors, and family-friendly activities. Each themed weekend offers something unique, from First Leaves and an authentic Oktoberfest experience to a festive Costume Takeover. […]
Join friends, neighbors, and visitors in Windham for this beloved Catskills tradition on Columbus Day weekend. Enjoy two days of live music, delicious food, unique shopping, and family fun, with more than 50 vendors offering local crafts, seasonal treats, and specialty foods, plus sidewalk sales from Main Street businesses. Festival highlights include hay wagon rides, […]
Join Bearpen Mountain for the 3rd Annual OktoBEARfest, a free fall celebration featuring hiking, live music, German dancing, local beer and cider, food, games, raffles, and prizes. Enjoy the mountain’s trails, then join the fun with a Corn Hole Tournament, Best Dressed Bavarian Contest, and Stein Holding Competition. Live entertainment includes Bernie’s Orchestra, Ron & […]
Explore the years before the American Revolution in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution as part of the Albany County Historical Association's Crossroads of History Lecture Series. Innovative research techniques using artifacts, art, and documents will also be discussed, plus a guided walk to important archaeological sites on the Ten Broeck Mansion […]
The 6th Annual Saratoga Reptile & Exotic Pet Show is back at the Saratoga Springs City Center for a full day of incredible animals, trusted breeders, and family fun on Sunday, October 11th! From first-time visitors to seasoned reptile keepers, the Saratoga Reptile & Exotic Pet Show brings shopping, discovery, and up-close animal encounters together […]
Catskill Mountain Railroad Pumpkin Express Trains October 2026 With Halloween coming up, don’t miss a chance to take a trip on the Catskill Mountain Railroad’s Pumpkin Express Train. Passengers take the train ride up to the Pumpkin Patch where pumpkins will be spread out for everyone to select their favorite one to take […]
Josh Simpson Glass Studio Sale & Live Glassblowing Demos October 24 & 25 / 10:00 am - 4:00 pm both days Join world-renowned glassblower Josh Simpson in his Western Mass studio for two full days of live glassblowing demonstrations and an incredible selection of glass for sale at deeply discounted prices. Chat with Josh, enter […]
Hiding in plain sight in our communities is a history quilted in glass and color: stained glass windows! How were these windows made? Why were they placed in our houses of worship? Why can they be found in both the houses of kings and common folk? What tales do they have to tell? Come join […]
As the sun sets over the fields of Cliffdale Farm, join us for a haunted Halloween event, featuring nocturnal ambassador animals and a bat walk with Samantha Cronk of Westchester County Parks. Samantha Cronk is the Natural Resource Technician for the Westchester County Parks Conservation Division and holds a master’s degree in Environmental Science and […]
Ahoy, mateys! MyKingstonKids invites families to join the crew for a spooktacular Kingston Treasure & Treat Halloween Parade — Pirates of the Hudson! Bring your best Halloween costume and get ready for a fun-filled afternoon featuring a city-wide parade, treats, family activities, and plenty of pirate adventure throughout downtown Kingston. Saturday, October 31, 2026 Parade […]