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Experience a summer full of music, artistic workshops and theatrical performances that will be seen globally at Vassar College's Powerhouse Theater.
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The 2024 Powerhouse Theater Season at Vassar College
From June 21-July 28, experience a summer full of music, artistic workshops and theatrical performances at Vassar College’s Powerhouse Theater.
Tickets are now on sale for the 38th Powerhouse Theater Season. The annual summer season brings together some of todayʼs most influential theatrical voices and welcomes the next generation of theater artists as members of the renowned Powerhouse Theater Training Program.
Powerhouse is thrilled to welcome new collaborators alongside the return of Vassar alums and old friends. This year Vassar welcomes an impressive lineup including Drew Droege (Titanique) and his new biting comedy, Messy White Gays, directed by Mike Donahue of The Legend of Georgia McBride. Jocelyn Kuritsky and her writing partners present episodes in progress of the Webby Award-winning podcast A Simple Herstory directed by Meghan Finn in collaboration with The Tank. Dorie Clark and Marie Incontrera bring the lesbian spy thriller musical Absolute Zero, turning the patriarchal spy genre on its head and director Ellie Heyman (The Great Work Begins) will bring it to the stage. Shanghai Sonatas, a musical based on the memoirs of Jewish refugee musicians who escaped Nazi Germany and eventually found safety in Shanghai in the 1930s and ’40s comes from the team of Sean Gao, Alan Goodson, and Joyce Hill Stoner, with direction by Chongren Fan (The Dragon King’s Daughter). The second installment of Performing Art at the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center welcomes back Liz Dahmen. There will also be free readings of new works written and directed by Gloria Majule, Shariffa Ali, Savon Bartley, and Adam Coy (The Tank), C.J. Baer and Judson Jones (Theatre East), Max Reuben and Kaela Mei-Shing Garvin, the winner of the Leah Ryan Fund’s “Leah Award.”
Vassar is also pleased to welcome to campus a new cohort of young actors, directors, and writers as members of the Powerhouse Theater Training Company. These emerging artists will present a slate of free theater throughout the season including Shakespeareʼs Twelfth Night, adapted and directed by Devin Kawaoka (“Chicago Med”), and The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Caley Chase. Both shows will be performed outside at the Preserve at Vassar. Max Reuben returns to direct the company in the innovative use of Soundpainting, a gestural language, in a completely devised project at the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center. Theater-making team Hal Cosentino and Ellenor Riley-Condit explore humanity’s capacity to defy our assumed limits in Marathon.
“The 38th Powerhouse Season offers our audiences the opportunity to journey across the world, from a Hell’s Kitchen loft in Messy White Gays to a bumpy Tanzanian road trip in Gloria Majule’s Possessed; from a (possibly) haunted house in Max Reuben’s new play to the haven and challenger of Shanghai during the rise of the Nazi,” said Producing Director Michael Sheehan.
How to Purchase Tickets
Online
By Phone: (845) 437-5599
In-Person: At the Powerhouse Theater Box Office
Box Office Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
All Musical Workshop and Play Workshop tickets: $30.00
Readings and Training Program Performances: Free
If you have trouble purchasing your tickets online, please email phtboxoffice@vassar.edu.
Take Amtrak to the Powerhouse Theater
Attend the Powerhouse Theater when it reopens via Amtrak to the Poughkeepsie Station—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! Vassar College is 2.6 miles away from the station, which makes it an easy and convenient option to get to the theater.
From the Poughkeepsie Station, taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Poughkeepsie office today at (845) 485-2222.
Time
June 21 (Friday) - July 28 (Sunday)
august
17augAll Day06octNew York Renaissance Faire(All Day) Tuxedo, 600 NY-17A
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Travel Back in Time Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and
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Travel Back in Time
Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and Sunday, and Labor Day Monday, from August 17 through October 6, travel back in time to an age of adventure in Elizabethan England. Explore the fair and be brought back in time to a 16th-century English village. Witness brave knights fight at the Joust Tournament, meet Robin Hood and his Merry Band, try an array of timely treats and sweets, and run into fairies, pirates, and acrobats along the way. Over 100 artisans will be tempting you with their incredible handmade wares in the Marketplace.
Live entertainment spans 17 different areas and streets. There will be shows by daredevil acrobats, musicians, comedians, and more. Each Wednesday evening before the weekend, a full entertainment schedule will be posted so be sure to check out the schedule for the weekend you plan to visit!
Artisans display a sprawling selection of handmade goods. Check out glassblowers, pottery throwers, armorers, candle makers, costumers, jewelry, leather goods, instruments, soaps and scents, psychic readings, and tons more. There’s sure to be something for everybody at the faire.
For those 21 and over, a legendary pub crawl takes place throughout the taverns of the village with stops at four pubs and a drink at each one. There are four crawls daily and tickets are $65 not including daily admission.
Don your best attire as many visitors come in costume ranging from simple to elaborate and delve into the spirit of the Renaissance!
Themed entertainment is available every day! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Special Weekends
Throughout the season, there are themed weekends to add an extra layer of fun with new twists to the typical fair experience.
August 17 and 18 will be Pirate Weekend dedicated to those who live to sing sea shanties, practice a pirate accent, or just want to join in on the swashbuckling fun! The weekend will feature a pirate costume contest, a pirate crew photo op, trivia, and special pirate-themed activities for kids.
August 24 and 25 is Marketplace weekend, dedicated to the fine goods at the shops and sellers at the Renaissance Faire. If you spend $500 at the marketplace, you will receive two tickets to return to the fair through September 22, 2024.
August 31 and September 1 and 2 are Time Traveler Weekend. Celebrate any time-traveling-esque genre like fantasy, steam-punk, or science fiction. There will be a costume contest, trivia, and kids’ games.
Ticket Information
Admission Prices for the Renaissance Faire are as follows:
$48 Adults
$43 Seniors (62+) and Military
$20 Children
Children 4 and under are free
All tickets include entrance to the live entertainment.
Purchase tickets here
An event you won’t want to miss! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Take Amtrak to the New York Renaissance Faire
Experience the faire via Amtrak to the Croton-Harmon Station. The station is 32 miles from the fairgrounds. Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Time
August 17 (Saturday) - October 6 (Sunday)
Location
Tuxedo
600 NY-17A
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For six days each August, the bucolic fairgrounds in Rhinebeck plays host the second largest county fair in New York State.
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The 2023 Dutchess County Fair
The fair is back in 2023 for the 177th edition! From August 22-27, enjoy six days of fun—rides, animals, food, entertainment and more—at the bucolic fairgrounds in Rhinebeck.
Dutchess County Fair Features
Every August, the Dutchess County Fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck hosts nearly half a million patrons. The second-largest state fair in New York has a focus on agriculture, with 12 acres of the fairgrounds dedicated to showcasing local livestock, including:
- 12 barns housing dairy cows, beef cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, rabbits and more
- 3 show arenas
- Milking demonstration, wool workroom, and sheep shearing
- A ‘Salute to Agriculture’ Ten
Other popular fair features include:
- More than 20 Midway Rides
- Century Museum Village
- Working Blacksmith Shop & Gas Powered Engine Show
- An authentic one-room schoolhouse
- Fair food, including the famous 4H Milkshakes!
- Nightly entertainment
Each night there will be a special Grandstand performance. This year’s shows include a Jimmy Buffet tribute and a show from KissNation, the Kiss tribute band. All shows are free with paid admission and go on at 7:30 pm.
Fair Tickets
Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online using the Dutchess County Fair website.
Daily Admission
General Admission: $13.50 Adults + $1.50 convenience fee (online) $18 at the gate
Children 11 and under: FREE at all times
Seniors (65+) & Military w/proper ID: $12 every day (purchased at gate)
Note: Senior & Military tickets are not for sale online and are available for purchase all week at the gates or in advance at fair box office. Discount available to person with military ID or senior citizen only. THIS IS NOT A FAMILY DISCOUNT.
Ride Tickets sold at the Midway:
1 ticket for $2.00
20 tickets for $25
52 tickets for $60
Special Promotion Rates
Ride All Day Wristbands– $35 to ride all day. Wristbands can be purchased at the Midway ticket booth. These are only good for one day at the fair. Admission is paid separately.
Take Amtrak to the Dutchess County Fair
Experience all the fair fun via Amtrak to Rhinecliff-Kingston Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Rhinecliff-Kingston Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Kingston office today at 845-336-4700.
Time
20 (Tuesday) 10:00 am - 25 (Sunday) 8:00 pm
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Now in its 31st year, and with a new location at Tymor Park in Union Vale, NY, the festival has all new and expanded activities from September 2-4, 2022!
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2024 Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
Now in its 33rd year, the popular festival, held August 30 – September 1 in Union Vale, has all the fun you’ve come to expect, plus amusement park rides.
The 33rd Annual JPMorgan Chase Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival, scheduled for Labor Day Weekend 2024 in Tymor Park in Union Vale, will welcome hot-air balloonists from all over the country. There are more than 100 hot-air balloon ascensions scheduled throughout the weekend. A full weekend of activities is on tap, including the evening Majestic Hot-Air Balloon Illumination Moon Glow, fireworks, tethered hot-air balloon rides, full hot-air balloon flights, helicopter rides, live music and entertainment, food trucks, beer and wine tent, family activities and more.
Attending the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
All tickets should be purchased online prior to the festival. Tickets can be bought here.
$23.95 PER PERSON* for one afternoon/evening admission on Friday OR Saturday OR Sunday
$13.95 PER PERSON* for one morning admission on either Saturday OR Sunday Morning
$37.95 PER PERSON* for WEEKEND ALL-ACCESS PASS – admission to the festival for all 2023 dates and times, September 1, 2 AND 3, morning and evening
Admission to the festival for children under age 3 is FREE.
HOT-AIR BALLOON RIDES:
Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides: $30 per person.
Full Hot-Air Balloon Flights (Sold in advance): $350.00 PER PERSON CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Reservations strongly recommended as flights are likely to sellout in advance.
Full Hot-Air Balloon Flights can be a 25-45 minute long experience.
Take Amtrak to the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
Experience balloon launches, helicopter rides and more via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! From the Poughkeepsie Station, Tymor Park is 15 miles away, or a 30-minute cab ride.
Looking to explore the area for a weekend getaway? Get picked up from Poughkeepsie Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Poughkeepsie office today at: 845-485-2222
* Weather Permitting, Schedule May Vary & Activity Based on Availability
** Wind & Weather Permitting
Time
August 30 (Friday) - September 1 (Sunday)
Location
Tymor Park
Tymor Park 249 Duncan Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540
september
17augAll Day06octNew York Renaissance Faire(All Day) Tuxedo, 600 NY-17A
Event Details
Travel Back in Time Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and
Event Details
Travel Back in Time
Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and Sunday, and Labor Day Monday, from August 17 through October 6, travel back in time to an age of adventure in Elizabethan England. Explore the fair and be brought back in time to a 16th-century English village. Witness brave knights fight at the Joust Tournament, meet Robin Hood and his Merry Band, try an array of timely treats and sweets, and run into fairies, pirates, and acrobats along the way. Over 100 artisans will be tempting you with their incredible handmade wares in the Marketplace.
Live entertainment spans 17 different areas and streets. There will be shows by daredevil acrobats, musicians, comedians, and more. Each Wednesday evening before the weekend, a full entertainment schedule will be posted so be sure to check out the schedule for the weekend you plan to visit!
Artisans display a sprawling selection of handmade goods. Check out glassblowers, pottery throwers, armorers, candle makers, costumers, jewelry, leather goods, instruments, soaps and scents, psychic readings, and tons more. There’s sure to be something for everybody at the faire.
For those 21 and over, a legendary pub crawl takes place throughout the taverns of the village with stops at four pubs and a drink at each one. There are four crawls daily and tickets are $65 not including daily admission.
Don your best attire as many visitors come in costume ranging from simple to elaborate and delve into the spirit of the Renaissance!
Themed entertainment is available every day! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Special Weekends
Throughout the season, there are themed weekends to add an extra layer of fun with new twists to the typical fair experience.
August 17 and 18 will be Pirate Weekend dedicated to those who live to sing sea shanties, practice a pirate accent, or just want to join in on the swashbuckling fun! The weekend will feature a pirate costume contest, a pirate crew photo op, trivia, and special pirate-themed activities for kids.
August 24 and 25 is Marketplace weekend, dedicated to the fine goods at the shops and sellers at the Renaissance Faire. If you spend $500 at the marketplace, you will receive two tickets to return to the fair through September 22, 2024.
August 31 and September 1 and 2 are Time Traveler Weekend. Celebrate any time-traveling-esque genre like fantasy, steam-punk, or science fiction. There will be a costume contest, trivia, and kids’ games.
Ticket Information
Admission Prices for the Renaissance Faire are as follows:
$48 Adults
$43 Seniors (62+) and Military
$20 Children
Children 4 and under are free
All tickets include entrance to the live entertainment.
Purchase tickets here
An event you won’t want to miss! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Take Amtrak to the New York Renaissance Faire
Experience the faire via Amtrak to the Croton-Harmon Station. The station is 32 miles from the fairgrounds. Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Time
August 17 (Saturday) - October 6 (Sunday)
Location
Tuxedo
600 NY-17A
Event Details
Now in its 31st year, and with a new location at Tymor Park in Union Vale, NY, the festival has all new and expanded activities from September 2-4, 2022!
Event Details
2024 Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
Now in its 33rd year, the popular festival, held August 30 – September 1 in Union Vale, has all the fun you’ve come to expect, plus amusement park rides.
The 33rd Annual JPMorgan Chase Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival, scheduled for Labor Day Weekend 2024 in Tymor Park in Union Vale, will welcome hot-air balloonists from all over the country. There are more than 100 hot-air balloon ascensions scheduled throughout the weekend. A full weekend of activities is on tap, including the evening Majestic Hot-Air Balloon Illumination Moon Glow, fireworks, tethered hot-air balloon rides, full hot-air balloon flights, helicopter rides, live music and entertainment, food trucks, beer and wine tent, family activities and more.
Attending the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
All tickets should be purchased online prior to the festival. Tickets can be bought here.
$23.95 PER PERSON* for one afternoon/evening admission on Friday OR Saturday OR Sunday
$13.95 PER PERSON* for one morning admission on either Saturday OR Sunday Morning
$37.95 PER PERSON* for WEEKEND ALL-ACCESS PASS – admission to the festival for all 2023 dates and times, September 1, 2 AND 3, morning and evening
Admission to the festival for children under age 3 is FREE.
HOT-AIR BALLOON RIDES:
Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides: $30 per person.
Full Hot-Air Balloon Flights (Sold in advance): $350.00 PER PERSON CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Reservations strongly recommended as flights are likely to sellout in advance.
Full Hot-Air Balloon Flights can be a 25-45 minute long experience.
Take Amtrak to the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
Experience balloon launches, helicopter rides and more via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! From the Poughkeepsie Station, Tymor Park is 15 miles away, or a 30-minute cab ride.
Looking to explore the area for a weekend getaway? Get picked up from Poughkeepsie Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Poughkeepsie office today at: 845-485-2222
* Weather Permitting, Schedule May Vary & Activity Based on Availability
** Wind & Weather Permitting
Time
August 30 (Friday) - September 1 (Sunday)
Location
Tymor Park
Tymor Park 249 Duncan Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540
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Celebrate the bounty of wine, food, and fun in the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Wine and Food Festival held at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds!
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Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
Head to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck on September 7 and 8 for two days of wine and food tastings, beer, spirits, artisans, cooking demonstrations and more!
Photo Courtesy of Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
The Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest is celebrating its 23rd anniversary in 2024! For more than 2 decades, the Festival has been one of New York’s premiere showcases for wineries and gourmet speciality foods in New York. The Festival, held at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, continues to celebrate the local food and wine culture of the region, which is known for its fertile vineyards and orchards. More than 300 vendors will be serving up their best samples: wine, beer, spirits, food (think cheese, chocolate and more!) and artisan products. Guests also enjoy live entertainment, cooking demonstrations and seminars on topics such as wine and food pairing and sustainable farming practices. There will also be the opportunity to meet and mingle with some of New York’s best wine makers.
Guests can also purchase bottles of wine, beer and spirits. No worries: you don’t have to carry your bottles around with you all day. A special storage and pickup system makes it easy to collect your beverages when you are ready to leave the Festival.
Attending the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
Tasting Ticket – Gate Price – One Day $50 / Weekend $90
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling. Most samples are 1-2oz. Food is not included. (Age 21 and over – ID required.)
VIP Tickets – Limited Availability – One Day $99
Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling, early access to the festival, access to VIP tent with free refreshments, and a special gift bag.
Designated Driver Ticket – Gate Price – One Day $20 / Weekend $35
Includes free water/soda all day & souvenir-tasting glass upon exit. THIS IS A NO ALCOHOL TICKET for guests underage or who choose not to drink alcohol. Guests with regular admission wristbands will NOT be served alcohol and if witnessed consuming alcohol will be asked to leave the premises. Food is not included.
Slightly discounted tickets can be bought before the Festival here.
Photo Courtesy of Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
Photo Courtesy of Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
Take Amtrak to The Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest
Experience this great Fest via Amtrak to Rhinecliff-Kingston Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Rhinecliff Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Rhinecliff office today at 845-336-4700.
Time
7 (Saturday) 11:00 am - 8 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
october
17augAll Day06octNew York Renaissance Faire(All Day) Tuxedo, 600 NY-17A
Event Details
Travel Back in Time Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and
Event Details
Travel Back in Time
Coming back for its 47th year, the New York Renaissance Faire of the Hudson Valley has been a beloved tradition. Every Saturday and Sunday, and Labor Day Monday, from August 17 through October 6, travel back in time to an age of adventure in Elizabethan England. Explore the fair and be brought back in time to a 16th-century English village. Witness brave knights fight at the Joust Tournament, meet Robin Hood and his Merry Band, try an array of timely treats and sweets, and run into fairies, pirates, and acrobats along the way. Over 100 artisans will be tempting you with their incredible handmade wares in the Marketplace.
Live entertainment spans 17 different areas and streets. There will be shows by daredevil acrobats, musicians, comedians, and more. Each Wednesday evening before the weekend, a full entertainment schedule will be posted so be sure to check out the schedule for the weekend you plan to visit!
Artisans display a sprawling selection of handmade goods. Check out glassblowers, pottery throwers, armorers, candle makers, costumers, jewelry, leather goods, instruments, soaps and scents, psychic readings, and tons more. There’s sure to be something for everybody at the faire.
For those 21 and over, a legendary pub crawl takes place throughout the taverns of the village with stops at four pubs and a drink at each one. There are four crawls daily and tickets are $65 not including daily admission.
Don your best attire as many visitors come in costume ranging from simple to elaborate and delve into the spirit of the Renaissance!
Themed entertainment is available every day! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Special Weekends
Throughout the season, there are themed weekends to add an extra layer of fun with new twists to the typical fair experience.
August 17 and 18 will be Pirate Weekend dedicated to those who live to sing sea shanties, practice a pirate accent, or just want to join in on the swashbuckling fun! The weekend will feature a pirate costume contest, a pirate crew photo op, trivia, and special pirate-themed activities for kids.
August 24 and 25 is Marketplace weekend, dedicated to the fine goods at the shops and sellers at the Renaissance Faire. If you spend $500 at the marketplace, you will receive two tickets to return to the fair through September 22, 2024.
August 31 and September 1 and 2 are Time Traveler Weekend. Celebrate any time-traveling-esque genre like fantasy, steam-punk, or science fiction. There will be a costume contest, trivia, and kids’ games.
Ticket Information
Admission Prices for the Renaissance Faire are as follows:
$48 Adults
$43 Seniors (62+) and Military
$20 Children
Children 4 and under are free
All tickets include entrance to the live entertainment.
Purchase tickets here
An event you won’t want to miss! | Photo courtesy of Facebook.com/nyrenfaire
Take Amtrak to the New York Renaissance Faire
Experience the faire via Amtrak to the Croton-Harmon Station. The station is 32 miles from the fairgrounds. Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Time
August 17 (Saturday) - October 6 (Sunday)
Location
Tuxedo
600 NY-17A
Event Details
A Celebration of Hudson Valley's Finest Walktoberfest is a vibrant celebration hosted annually by the Walkway over the Hudson, marking the arrival of fall in the Hudson
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A Celebration of Hudson Valley’s Finest
Walktoberfest is a vibrant celebration hosted annually by the Walkway over the Hudson, marking the arrival of fall in the Hudson Valley region. This lively weekend event transforms the scenic Walkway into a bustling hub of activity, drawing in locals and visitors alike to partake in its offerings.
At the heart of Walktoberfest is its Farmers and Makers market, a showcase of the finest producers from the Hudson Valley. With over 190 vendors participating, attendees have the opportunity to explore an extensive array of products, ranging from farm-fresh produce to handcrafted artisanal goods. From savory delights crafted by local restaurants to exquisite artworks created by talented artists, there’s something to captivate every visitor’s interest.
One of the highlights of Walktoberfest is the chance to sample a diverse selection of drinks from more than 30 purveyors, including distilleries, breweries, and wineries. Included with the $5 general admission fee, guests aged 21 and older can indulge in samples of wine, beer, and spirits, discovering new favorites while supporting local beverage producers.
What to expect at Walktoberfest
The layout of the event, with vendors situated on the west side of the Walkway in Highland, offers attendees the flexibility to plan their experience. Whether starting from the Poughkeepsie side and making their way over to Highland or diving straight into perusing the vendors before enjoying the panoramic views, attendees are free to tailor their Walktoberfest adventure to their preferences.
There are also performances of live music from local musicians and a designated children’s activity area for those coming with the whole family. Childrne can enjoy a petting zoo, princesses and superheroes, arts and crafts, legos, and more!
Beyond the culinary and artisanal delights, Walktoberfest holds deeper significance as a fundraiser for the Friends of the Walkway, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the maintenance and enhancement of the Walkway over the Hudson. By attending the event, patrons not only enjoy a memorable weekend but also contribute to the preservation of this iconic landmark for future generations to enjoy.
Overall, Walktoberfest offers a multifaceted experience that celebrates the richness of the Hudson Valley community while supporting a worthy cause. It’s a testament to the spirit of local collaboration and appreciation for the region’s bounty, making it a must-visit event for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the Hudson Valley during the autumn season.
FAQs
Walktoberfest is a rain or shine event, so make sure to check the forecast and plan accordingly!
Attendees can park in the Haviland Road Parking Lots and street but they are very restricted. Because of this, Shuttle Busses will be running from the Rt. 9W and Rt. 299 parking lots to bring guests right to the Highland entrance.
Tickets can be purchased in advance online or in person at registration tables.
Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash.
The Walkway is open and accessible to all at no cost and you can walk across from Poughkeepsie to Highland in order to enjoy the event, as long as you pay entry at the Highland side.
Take Amtrak to Walktoberfest
Experience all the fair fun via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! The Poughkeepsie entrance to the Walkway is only 1.0 miles away from the station and 3.5 miles from the Highland entrance, making it a convenient way to attend.
Time
26 (Saturday) 12:00 pm - 27 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
Location
Walkway Over The Hudson
61 Parker Ave.
