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Things to Do This Weekend in Dutchess County: Events and More!
Looking for things to do this weekend in Dutchess County? Enjoy the Launch Party for Mr. Anderson Scottish Ale in Poughkeepsie, explore Open Studios in Wassaic, or celebrate Sakura Matsuri in Hyde Park. Don’t miss live music, art exhibits, and workshops across the county! For more events, check out our event calendar.
4th of July Firework Shows
As you make plans in celebration of the 4th of July, here are some places in Dutchess County to keep in mind for firework shows.
The Enduring Magic of Lithgow Garden in Millbrook
Lithgow Garden in Millbrook blends centuries of history, thoughtful restoration, and year-round blooms into a truly lasting landscape.
Hudson ValleyGirl’s Local Picks: Where to Eat, Sip, Shop & Chill
Local influencer Hudson ValleyGirl shares her favorite spots to eat, sip, shop, and explore across the Hudson Valley.
House of Stefas Brings Bold, Freestyle Greek Dining to Life
House of Stefas restaurant blends Greek tradition with global flavors in a stylish, multi-room dining experience with heart.
DLC Spring Road Rally Kicks Off 40th Anniversary
Dutchess Land Conservancy’s Spring Road Rally raised funds and celebrated 40 years of protecting land and working farms.
Boondocks Film Society: Where Cinema Meets Community
Boondocks Film Society creates immersive film events with themed food, music, and art across the Hudson Valley and beyond.
C Cassis: Currant-Based Aperitif Crafted in Rhinebeck
C Cassis in Rhinebeck produces a vibrant currant aperitif using local ingredients, with a charming on-site tasting room.
Inside the Thrill of the Millbrook Horse Trials
Millbrook Horse Trials showcases the sport of eventing: dressage, cross-country, and show jumping over three exhilarating days.
Tri-Corner F.E.E.D. Market Brings Local Food Access to Millerton
Tri-Corner F.E.E.D. Market in Millerton connects local farms to the community through sliding-scale food pricing and access.
Weird Specialty Empowers Creative Entrepreneurs from Tivoli
Weird Specialty in Tivoli offers creative entrepreneurs global guidance, business support, and community through advisory and salon events.
Steilish Elevates Everyday Living Through Interior Design
Steilish Interior Design offers full-service solutions that blend beauty, function, and architectural integrity for inspired living.
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Things to Do
Events, gatherings, and outings: What to see and do in Dutchess County, NY.

July 18, 2025
Opening during Upstate Art Weekend, 'Double Take' is a survey of conceptual works by Fluxus artist William Stone.

July 19, 2025
Join landscape curator Kate Kerin for a lively 1.5-hour tour exploring Innisfree, a powerful icon of mid-twentieth-century design.

July 19, 2025
Art Auction! Original Works Donated by Artists & Collectors from Around the World & Around the Corner

July 19, 2025
Bard SummerScape returns with opera, dance, Spiegeltent, and the 35th Bard Music Festival, Martinů and His World.

July 19, 2025
In the spirit of our show, Ephemeral, artist Karen Allen will lead a zine-making workshop in which participants will use collage, markers, paint and other media and to create simple one-of-kind zines. All materials will be provided. Just bring your creative spirit!

July 19, 2025
Visitors will be guided through a wide survey of the site's grounds and learn the stories of all the animals, whether livestock or family pets, for whom Clermont was home.

July 19, 2025
On the third Saturday May–October, Rhinebeck galleries and studios welcome visitors to explore diverse artistic styles and mediums.

July 19, 2025
Join Beacon Open Studios at Fishkill Farms for open-flow plein air painting or drawing.

July 19, 2025
Pride in July returns for its fourth year—celebrating inclusion, entertainment, and community at Barton Orchards' Sound Garden.
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