On Our Radar - Beacon

Faces, places, treasures, and trends that caught our attention.

December 29, 2025

January Events in Dutchess County

It's a new year, which means new community gatherings, new fun activities, new memories to be made! Ring in 2026 by picking up a hobby, and explore a part of Dutchess County that you never have before -- our January guide is filled with fresh pastimes and unique events.

December 2, 2025

25 Things to Do in Dutchess County This Winter

Celebrate winter in Dutchess County with snowy scenic trails, holiday events, cozy eateries, and activities perfect for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike.

November 24, 2025

December Events in Dutchess County

Discover the warmest and most festive events in Dutchess County happening in December, featuring glittering holiday lights, craft markets, creative workshops, and fun community gatherings that capture the charm and seasonal spirit of the area!

September 30, 2025

Halloween Events in Dutchess County 2025

Enjoy Dutchess Halloween activities; pumpkin picking, haunted mills, trunk-or-treats, and harvest festivals to get you in the spooky spirit!

September 10, 2025

October Events in Dutchess County

Experience the magic of October in the Hudson Valley: show jumping, film nights, harvest festivals, ghost tours, and cozy fall traditions await. Get in the autumnal spirit by participating in one of these fall events!

September 10, 2025

Beacon’s Halloween Parade is Back!

Beacon’s Halloween Parade returns with costumes, candy, and a Black Cat Scavenger Hunt, reviving a beloved community tradition.

September 10, 2025

Savage Wonder’s KaleidoSCAPE

KaleidoSCAPE transforms Beacon’s underground vaults with bold works by artists, blending geometry, color, and movement in immersive, thought-provoking installations.

September 10, 2025

Fall Road Trip Must-Sees in Upstate New York

Explore Dutchess County this fall—Fishkill Supply Depot, Beacon’s Reformed Dutch Church, and Poughkeepsie’s Clinton House reveal Revolutionary history amid autumn beauty.

June 26, 2025

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.

May 30, 2025

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.

April 1, 2025

The Only Way Is Through – Art by Robin Adler

Explore Robin Adler’s abstract art exhibition, “The Only Way Is Through,” at BAU Gallery, April 12–May 4, featuring evocative works.

December 23, 2024

Take me to the top! The Mount Beacon Incline Railway

Travel east on Interstate 84 along the Hudson River and you will spy Mount Beacon—the tallest peak in the Hudson Highlands. While it is today marked by several tall towers, its summit was once a popular tourist attraction, accessed by the steepest funicular in the world at the time: the Mount Beacon Incline Railway.

November 25, 2024

25 Things to Do in Dutchess County This Winter

Dutchess County is the ideal winter destination, complete with countryside views, small town shopping, and family-friendly activities.

June 7, 2024

50 Things to Do This Summer in Dutchess County

Northeast Dutchess County is the ideal summer retreat, complete with countryside views, small town shopping, and family-friendly activities. Whether you are a year round resident or a seasonal visitor, we’ve compiled a list of the top 30 things not to miss during the summer in the area.

June 1, 2024

DIA Beacon – State of the Art

The Dia Art Foundation was founded in New York City in 1974 to help artists achieve visionary projects that might not otherwise be realized because of scale.

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