Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4
Four Brothers Drive-In Theater, Amenia
A spectacular fireworks show between the double feature. Grab a bite to eat, watch a movie under the stars, and stick around for a dazzling display.
playeatdrink.com
Wilderstein Summer Party
Saturday, July 11
Wilderstein Historic Site, Rhinebeck
An annual fundraiser and tennis-themed evening with live music, food, drinks, a silent auction, and house tours.
wilderstein.org
Estuary Tales: The Life and Times of the Hudson River
Saturday, July 11
The Stissing Center, Pine Plains
A visually rich performance that explores the history of “America’s River.” Giant sturgeon, eels, and river otters share the stage with steamboats, fishermen, immigrants, and citizen scientists, bringing the Hudson’s story to life with imagination and care.
thestissingcenter.org
Summer Sundays Block Party
Sunday, July 12
King’s Court Brewing Company, Cannon St., Poughkeepsie
The sixth annual family-friendly block party on Cannon St. Food trucks, live music, games, crafts, and more. Free for all ages.
kingscourtbrewingcompany.com
July Curator’s Tour
Saturday, July 18
Innisfree Garden, Millbrook
Join landscape curator Kate Kerin for a tour of Innisfree, recognized as one of the world’s ten best gardens.
innisfreegarden.org
Millbrook Horse Trials
July 23–26
Riga Meadow at Coole Park, Amenia
Watch elite athletes, including Olympic riders, compete in this world-class equestrian competition. Dressage, cross-country, and show jumping headline the weekend, with food and shopping vendors and a petting zoo throughout.
millbrookhorsetrials.com
La Guelaguetza Festival
Sunday, August 2
Waryas Park, Poughkeepsie
A day-long celebration of Oaxacan culture and traditions, including traditional dances and costumes, artwork, crafts, live music, kids’ activities, and authentic Oaxacan food.
facebook.com/pokguelaguetzaBeacon
Sloop Club’s Annual Corn Festival
Sunday, August 16
Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park, Beacon
Live music, food and craft vendors, activities, and, of course, all things corn. Delicious, buttery corn-based snacks available all day long. Free for all ages.
beaconsloopclub.org
Eastdale Village Farmers Market
August 2 and August
16 Eastdale Village, Poughkeepsie
Open every first and third Sunday from May through October, 10 am–2 pm. Farm-fresh produce, handmade goodies, and local treats.
eastdalevillage.com
The Dutchess County Fair
August 25–30
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck
The Dutchess County Fair returns for its 180th year. Games, food, rides, animals, live music, shopping vendors, and everything else you know and love.
dutchessfair.com