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Hudson Valley Events

Vintage Beer and Shopping

Sloop Brewing Co. Presents: Retro Week

9

APR

WED-THU- FRI-SAT-SUN

Free to Attend

12pm - 4pm

Sloop Brewing Co. Presents: Retro Week

Retro Brews & Vintage Finds

Get ready for a throwback experience packed with ice-cold retro lagers, throwback jams, and all the nostalgic vibes! Shop a curated lineup of incredible vintage vendors, sip your way through fresh local brews, and indulge in mouthwatering eats crafted to pair perfectly with every pint. Vintage finds, great food, and beer-filled nostalgia—trust us, you won’t want to miss this!

Sloop Factory

755 East Dr #106

East Fishkill, NY

Family Farm Fun

Dogwood Acres Spring Fling

12

APR

12th - 19th

$17-$23

12pm-5pm

Dogwood Acres Spring Fling

Games, Animals, Food, Ride

Spring break just got a whole lot more exciting at Dogwood Acres' Spring Fling! From April 12–19, enjoy wagon rides, test your aim with the carrot blaster, bounce around on inflatables, challenge friends to games, and savor delicious treats. With activities for all ages, it's the perfect way to celebrate the season. Tickets are available online; children 2 and under enter free.

Dogwood Acres Family Farm

749 Route 17M

Middletown, NY

Wine Festival

Capital Wine Festival

12

APR

$34-$45

1pm-9pm

Capital Wine Festival

Wine, Spirits, Cider, and Specialty Foods

The Capital Wine Festival is bringing bold sips and good vibes to Albany! Sample unlimited pours of New York’s best wines, spirits, ciders, and gourmet bites, all while grooving to live DJ sets. Snap a pic in the photo booth, swirl through a paint & sip, and take home a commemorative wine glass. Whether you're sipping or snacking, this fest is pure wine-lover joy.

Albany Capital Center

55 Eagle Street

Albany, NY

Spring Street Festival

Nyack Spring Festival

13

APR

Free to Attend

10am - 5pm

Nyack Spring Festival

200 Vendors, Food, Music

Nyack’s SpringFest Street Fair is back and better than ever! Over 200 vendors line downtown with handcrafted goods, delicious street eats, and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else. Enjoy live music, family fun, and a vibrant community atmosphere right in the heart of the village. Whether you're here for the food, the shopping, or just the unbeatable spring energy—this fair is a must-do kickoff to the season!

Main St Nyack

Main St

Nyack, NY

Adult Egg Hunt

Angry Orchard's Adult Egg Scramble

19

APR

$5.00

12pm-2pm

Angry Orchard's Adult Egg Scramble

Cider, Fun Prizes, & Music

Ready to channel your inner kid—but with cider in hand? Angry Orchard’s Adult Egg Scramble is going down, and it's everything you never knew you needed this spring. Hunt for eggs across 60 gorgeous acres, packed with prizes like drink tokens, exclusive merch, and even growlers. Live music from Ryan Leddick sets the vibe from 2–5 PM, and tickets are just $5. Cider, sunshine, and a little mischief—what more could you want?

Angry Orchard Cidery

2241 Albany Post Rd

Walden, NY

Culinary Institute of America

Brew U at CIA

19

APR

$65- $100, DD $30

2pm - 5pm

Brew U at CIA

Food, Beer, Workshops

​Raise your glasses for Brew U, the ultimate beer, food, and education festival at The Culinary Institute of America! Sample exceptional brews from top New York State breweries—including CIA’s own award-winning creations—perfectly paired with gourmet dishes crafted by CIA chefs. Dive into engaging seminars, tour the on-campus brewery, and meet Head Brewer Hutch Kugeman along with other beer experts. This is a must-attend event for beer and culinary enthusiasts alike!

Culinary Institute of America

1946 Campus Drive Rt 9

Hyde Park, NY

Food Truck Festival

Inner Harbor Food Truck Bash

26

APR

$25.00

12pm- 8pm

Inner Harbor Food Truck Bash

Food Trucks and Live Music

Get your taste buds ready for the ultimate food truck takeover! Indulge in mouthwatering bites, savor gourmet street eats, and experience a flavor-packed party on wheels. With live tunes, delicious treats, and unbeatable waterfront vibes, the Inner Harbor Food Truck Bash is THE spot to eat, chill, and celebrate—grab your appetite and come hungry!

Syracuse Inner Harbor

328 West Kirkpatrick Street

Syracuse, NY

Craft & Art Fair

Artrider presents:Crafts at Lyndhurst

2

MAY

FRI-SAT-SUN

Online Tix only $13

10am - 5pm

Artrider presents:Crafts at Lyndhurst

1-of-a-Kind Art, Crafts, Food

Get ready for a weekend full of creativity, color, and serious good vibes! Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst brings together 200+ visionary artists and makers offering everything from bold jewelry and stylish fashion to stunning home decor and one-of-a-kind art. Set on the breathtaking grounds of the historic Lyndhurst Mansion, this festive market also features delicious eats, local spirits, live music, and family-friendly fun you won’t want to miss.

Lyndhurst Mansion

635 South Broadway

Tarrytown, NY

Community Clean-Up

Riverkeeper's Spring Sweep

3

MAY

Volunteer and/or Donate

Times Vary By Location

Riverkeeper's Spring Sweep

Group Clean-Up, Free Drink

Join the 14th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep and be part of a powerful movement to protect and restore the Hudson River! This annual event mobilizes thousands of volunteers across numerous communities for a day of impactful shoreline cleanups and habitat restoration projects. In previous years, volunteers have removed over 380 tons of debris and planted thousands of native trees and shrubs, significantly contributing to the river's health. Whether you're passionate about environmental conservation or looking for a meaningful way to give back, the Riverkeeper Sweep offers an opportunity to make a tangible difference in your local ecosystem.

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African American history & Culture

The Pinkster Festival

24

MAY

11am - 5pm

The Pinkster Festival

Day Long Celebration

Join us for a day filled with art, poetry, live music, dance, and storytelling that celebrates and commemorates the region’s African American history and culture.

Philipsburg Manor

381 N Broadway

Sleepy Hollow, NY

Music and arts Festival

Mountain Jam Returns

20

JUN

FRI-SAT-SUN

Starting at $130

All Weekend

Mountain Jam Returns

Music, Dancing, Good Vibes

Mountain Jam is taking the party to new heights at Belleayre Mountain! Get pumped for an unforgettable weekend of powerhouse performances, indie gems, and endless good vibes—all set against stunning Catskill views. Jam out, chill out, and fuel up with delicious local eats and craft brews. Belleayre’s slopes have never rocked like this—grab your friends and gear up, because Mountain Jam is the summer fest you’ve been waiting for!

Belleayre Mountain

181 Galli Curci Rd

Highmount, NY

Show your Upstate Pride

Catskillin it Merch

Upstate & Great

Upstate & Great

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