Ulster County NY Tourism

Celebrate the Centennial Louis Armstrong and His Hot Five
2025-11-09 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Gallery @ 107, 107 Henry St, Kingston, NY, 12401, United States
Join Ted Daniel and archivist Ben Young for a one-of-a-kind listening experience—a journey from original shellac disc recordings to vinyl to DVDs, tracing the evolution of sound and the culture that shaped it. In this centennial celebration, we’ll explore the full history and enterprise behind the music—spotlighting Louis Armstrong and his groundbreaking Hot Five recordings, which forever changed the sound of jazz. The event features live trumpet demonstrations, rare archival audio, and an engaging dive into the History of Swing, from its earliest roots to its modern legacy.

A Field of My Own: A Memoir of Place with Cynthia McVay
2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, 12401
Come listen as Cynthia McVay recounts stories of her intimate, two decade relationship with a flagging orchard in the Hudson Valley. This is an ode to the Hudson Valley and a coming-of-middle-age story. The Follow the River lecture series is sponsored by Rondout Savings Bank.

🇺🇸 Come Play on Veterans Day at Hurds Family Farm
2025-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Hurds Family Farm, 2187 State Route 32, Modena, 12548
Join us as we Celebrate and Honor Our Nation’s Heroes with a Special Veterans Day Family Event at the farm!
🎖 Free Family Admission for anyone visiting with a veteran or active-duty service member.
Simply bring a valid military ID and pick up your wristbands at entry —no online reservation needed.
(Admission includes up to 2 adults and 2 children; additional guests may purchase regular tickets.)
Enjoy full access to our 125-acre family farm, including orchards, open fields, peaceful swamps, and shady forests—perfect for a day of outdoor adventure and gratitude.
Included Activities:
Bounce Pillow
Giant Slide
Obstacle Course
Kids Corral Playground
Farmers’ 5K & Hiking Trail

Adventure Hike with the Herd
2025-11-13 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-16 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-20 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Frederick Farm Goat Rescue and Sanctuary, 12 Sholam Road, Napanoch, 12458
Everything is better with goats. (It’s true) Designed for people who love being active, out in nature and love animals! Come hike with our herd of rescued goats on beautiful forest trails in a remote part of the Catskills, under 2 hours from Manhattan.
You’ll become part of the herd when we start on a 2.5 mile hike on meandering paths and over beautiful streams, enjoying the wildlife and scenery while we forage for some of the goat’s favorite treats, like leaves, acorns and pine branches. Watching the goats in a natural habitat and bonding with them is truly magical. The hike takes 1.5 – 2 hrs, depending on group pace and extra time is spent meeting our other herd of smaller breed goats.

Art Exhibition: Suzanne Stokes - Sky•Land•Sea
2025-11-13 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-14 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-15 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-16 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-20 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-21 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-22 12:00 - 18:00 | Jane St. Art Center, 11 Jane Street, Suite A, Saugerties, 12477
“In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans.” – Kahlil Gibran
Through this series of monotypes, I explore water as a substance, its metaphoric allusion, and the collective narrative that addresses mankind’s complicated relationship to this essential natural resource.
Opening Reception: Sat, Nov 8, 3-6pm
Gallery Hours: Thurs/Sun – 12-5pm, Fri/Sat – 12-6pm
No On-Site Parking

The Work – Film Screening & Panel Discussion Presented by the Ulster County Trauma-Informed Care Collaborative
2025-11-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Kingston Library, 55 Franklin Street, Kingston, NY, 12401
Join for an evening of powerful storytelling and reflection as they screen The Work, a moving documentary that follows three civilians participating in a four-day group therapy retreat with men incarcerated at Folsom State Prison. The film offers an intimate look at transformation, healing, and the human capacity for change.
Following the screening, stay for a panel discussion featuring our very own Frank Waters, Co-Founder and Executive Director of MyKingstonKids, along with other distinguished guests who will explore the film’s themes and the importance of trauma-informed care in our community.

Catskill Mountain Railroad's Polar Express
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-15 13:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-16 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-21 16:00 - 20:00 | Catskill Mountain Railroad, 55 Kingston Plaza Road, Kingston, NY, 12401
All aboard The Polar Express™ for a magical journey to the North Pole! Set to the film’s soundtrack, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies served by dancing chefs as the Conductor punches your golden ticket. Meet Santa and his elves, receive the First Gift of Christmas – a silver sleigh bell – and relive the wonder of this unforgettable holiday adventure! Numerous dates & times – please check the website for more information!

Love is the Message
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Roost Arts, 122 Main St, New Paltz, NY, 12561, United States
Join Ulster County Poet Laureate Mike Jurkovic, Roseann Fino, and Dante DeFelice for Love is the Message. $10 Donation – raising funds for Local at Heart.

Minecraft FREE Movie Night
2025-11-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Redeemer Lutheran Church, 90 Rte. 32, New Paltz, 12561
Please join the Office for Community Wellness for a FREE Minecraft Movie Night!

Phoenicia Farmers Market
2025-11-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main Street, Pine Hill, 12465
Indoor Winter Farmers Market bringing together local farmers, bakers, and chefs for a delicious weekly gathering. Shop for groceries, gifts, and gourmet ready-to-eat foods, enjoy the kids’ play space equipped with toys and activities, and find treasures in the fabulous Pine Hill Community Thrift Store located in the same building. Plenty to do and a great winter hangout for those visiting Belleayre Mountain, just five minutes away.

Marlon Wayans: Wild Child Tour
2025-11-16 19:00 | UPAC, 601 Broadway, Kingston, NY, 12401, United States
Get ready for a night of raw laughter as comedy icon Marlon Wayans brings his Wild Child Tour to the UPAC in Kingston. Expect unfiltered stories, bold humor and multiple moments where you’ll laugh until you cry (or nearly). Don’t miss one of the funniest nights of the year!

Fall Design Day @ Highland Passive House
2025-11-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Highland Passive House, 323 Upper North Rd, Highland, NY, 12528, United States
Join us at Highland Passive House for an inspiring Design Day + Book Signing featuring top local and national vendors all gathered inside the Hudson Valley’s premier design center and showroom. Enjoy an engaging conversation with renowned real estate power broker and author Scott Harris, as he shares insights from his new book The Pursuit of Home moderated by celebrity interior designer and 2025 Ulster County Entrepreneur of The Year, Cathy Hobbs.

Hudson Valley Hullabaloo Market
2025-11-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Andy Murphy Recreation Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston, NY, 12401
The Hudson Valley Hullabaloo is where art, craft, and community collide in the most joyful way. Discover a curated lineup of makers, artists, and designers offering one-of-a-kind goods – plus music, food, and good vibes that make it more than a market, it’s a celebration of creative spirit!

Holiday Fineries at the Wineries
2025-11-22 11:00 - 17:00 | NY
Get ready to sip, sparkle, and celebrate the season as Holiday Fineries at the Wineries returns to the Shawangunk Wine Trail, one of the Hudson Valley’s most beloved holiday traditions! From the twinkle of light to the clink of glasses, this enchanting experience invites guests to explore beautifully decorated wineries and cideries, each brimming with festive charm, local flavors, and holiday cheer. Guests will embark on a merry tasting adventure, enjoying seasonal wine and cider flights, cozy atmospheres, and keepsake holiday ornaments at each stop along their chosen itinerary.

Two Nature Poets: The Mystic and the Naturalist
2025-11-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Jane St. Art Center, 11 Jane Street, Suite A, Saugerties, 12477
Both Guy Reed (Time Under The Overlook) and Richard Parisio (Trailside Register) feel drawn to nature, but when they step out the door they notice different things. Parisio, a retired DEC naturalist, can’t help but admire his fellow creatures with intricate beauties and lives. Reed looks up to Overlook Mountain that has ruled his skyline for twenty-seven years, anchoring him to a place in the world. Join us for an afternoon of insight and poetry.
