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January

Knickerbocker Ice Festival
January 23, 2011 —January 24, 2011
KIF celebrates the history of the ice industry at Rockland Lake State Park. In the 19th century, the Knickerbocker Ice Company harvested ice throughout the Hudson Valley. The ice from Rockland Lake was considered the purest, attracting business from as close as New York City and as far as Asia. The buildings that once made up the Knickerbocker Ice Company at Rockland Lake State Park have been designated a Clarkstown Historic Site
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2923&city=all

February

The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
Feb. 5-14, 2010
is the longest-running event of its kind in the eastern U.S. Now entering its 113th year, the Carnival began as a one-day event to break the monotony of the long Adirondack winter and has grown into a ten day festival that includes sports, dances, performances, two parades and two sets of spectacular fireworks above the world-famous Ice Palace.
http://www.saranaclakewintercarnival.com/

Chowderfest
Feb 5 - 7, 2010
Saratoga Springs, NY
http://www.discoversaratoga.org/chowderfest

Flurry Festival
Feb 12, 13, 14
522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Dances - Performances - Singing - Instrument Workshops, concerts - Jamming - Crafts...and more!
http://www.danceflurry.org/festival/

WinterFest
A fundraiser for The Rosendale Street Festival
Saturday, February 13th, 2010
12 noon until 10:00p.m.
The Rosendale Recreation Center
1055 Route 32, Rosendale, NY
http://rosendalestreetfestival.ning.com/

March

What:  Ashokan MapleFest
When:  Saturday, March 6, 2010.  11am - 5pm
Where:  The Ashokan Center , Olivebridge , NY
How Much:  $5 adults, $3 under 10 years, free under 5 years
http://www.AshokanCenter.org
(845) 657-8333x12.

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
March 15 - 28, 2010
Now in its 4th year, Hudson Valley Restaurant Week is the largest, most successful dining event in the Hudson Valley. More than 125 restaurants in Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster, and Columbia Counties are participating. And over 150,000 people are expected to dine out. Mark your calendar. The dates for 2010 are set for March 15 through 28, 2010.
http://www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com/home.php

NYS Maple Festival
March Sat, 20 -- Sun, 21
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
http://www.dutchessfair.com/calendar.php

NYS Maple Festival
March Sat, 27 -- Sun, 28
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
http://www.dutchessfair.com/calendar.php

Indian Spring Festival
Mar 28, 2010 Sunday
Bharata Natyam by L. Joseph and D. Shah. Kathak by Shivani Dave and group.  Snacks and beverages will be served. Free admission. 3-5PM. Whittaker Hall at Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh. 845-569-3179. 
http://www.msmc.edu/About_MSMC/indian_spring_festival.be?context_date=3/28/2010

April

Flea Market at Rhinebeck
Flea Market at Rhinebeck April 17th & 18th, 2010, 9am - 4pm
Dutchess County Fairgrounds kicks off the spring events with the annual Flea Market at Rhinebeck. Giant Indoor / Outdoor Flea Market & Garage Sale. More than 350 vendors. Food court. Rain or shine, no pets. Location is the Dutchess County Fairground in Rhinebeck. Hours: 9am-4pm & Sun. Free admission, and fun for the whole family. Call 845-876-4000 for more information.

SpringFest
Nyack's Chamber of Commerce presents SpringFest
April 18, 2010
Sunday, 10am - 5pm (rain or shine)
Main Street and Broadway will host some of the most amazing vendors and food this side of Manhattan...New this year: Juried Arts and Crafts Show, along with The Music Tent and entertainment by the only youth circus in the Hudson Valley: Amazing Grace CIRCUS! Come one, Come all, to the most popular street fair in the Hudson Valley!
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2890

TAP New York
April 24 & 25, 2010
Sample the finest beers produced by microbrews from over 30 of New York craft breweries at this one-of-a-kind beer and food appreciation event. In it's 13th year, TAP New York is one of the longest running microbrew festivals in the state.
http://www.tap-ny.com

Event: The Hudson Valley 40th Anniversary Earth Day Celebration

April 24-25 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 pm

both days Admission: $5/adults; children under 12 and seniors over 65 free. For More Information: To discuss your possible participation or to ask questions, please email: Laurie Rich, Coordinator of the Earth Day Celebration at: LRich@frontiernet.net. Or Call her at: 845.876.6330 It’s the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day – Come Celebrate, Learn About and Do For the Planet at the Hudson Valley 40th Anniversary Earth Day Celebration, April 24th and 25th at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds!
http://earthday.net/node/17991

Rhinebeck Car Show & Swap Meet
April 30 & May 1st & May 2nd, 2010
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY
http://rhinebeckcarshow.com/

May

CLARYVILLE MAY DAY FESTIVAL
Saturday, May 1st.  10 am - 4 pm.  Lunch, Live Music, Local Artists, Craft Vendors, Yard Sale, Cookie Walk.  And view our 151 year-old Schoolhouse Museum.  Free Admission.  Location:  Claryville Reformed Church Hall, 946 Claryville Road on Route 19, near Ulster / Sullivan border (5 miles from Curry intersection of Rt. 55).  Phone: 845-985-2041.
Contact Names: George Centanni, Dale Houghtaling
Contact Phone: 917-257-0544
Contact Email: gbacentanni@hotmail.com
Sponsoring Organization: Claryville Reformed Church
Location: 946 Claryville Road on Route 19, Claryville, NY
Mailing Address: P.O Box 175, Claryville, NY 12725
Phone: 845-985-2041
Pastor: Reverend Paul Nulton, 845-985-1407

Annual Cinco De Mayo Festival
May 1, 2010 12pm - 9pm
Entertainment (music, dance), food, Mexican variety. Crafts and novelties. Don’t miss the fun.
Casa Villa Restaurant, Albany Avenue, Kingston
call 845-331-7646

Gardiner Cupcake Festival
May 8, 2010
Life should be one big celebration! Gardiner Cupcake Festival, an old fashioned street festival. Live music, local food and shopping, and of course, cupcakes!
Saturday, May 8th 1pm - 6pm (rain date: Sunday May 9)
Main Street (Rt. 44/55) Gardiner - visit Gardiner Cupcake festival or call 845-256-1122
http://gardinercupcakefestival.com/

Striped Bass Tournament and BBQ
May 1 - 16, 2010
“Striper Capital of the Hudson Valley.” annual striper tournament and BBQ. Annual Sponsor a Kid Fishing Tournament and BBQ on May 15
 http://www.hudsonriverstripedbass.com/Striped%20Bass%20Events%20for%20May%2010.html

The 62nd Annual Albany Tulip Festival
May 8 & 9, 2010
Washington Park, Albany, New York
Friday: Street Scrubbing and Luncheon • Noon
Saturday: Royal Tulip Ball • 6:30pm
Saturday and Sunday: Vendors, food, music and more • 11:00am - 6:00pm, Washington Park

http://www.albanyevents.org/events/event_detail.cfm?ID=2

Nyack's Famous Street Fair
May 16, 2010
The Nyack's Famous Street Fair will be held on Sunday, May 16, from 10 to 5, (rain or shine). The show once again will be promoted by P.J.'s Promotions. Hand crafted items, art, antiques, collectibles, unique retail, great food and a children's area will be featured at the show.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2304

2010 Walden Soap Box Derby
A Sanctioned All-American Soap Box Derby Race
May 22, 2010
http://www.villageofwalden.org/VillageEvents/2010SoapBoxDerby/tabid/71/Default.aspx

Annual Minnewaska Mountain Bike Festival
May 22, 2010
Group rides for all levels of difficulties on the Park Preserve carriageways all day long. Several clinics including trailside bike maintenance and repair, custom bike and helmet fitting, proper riding technique and more. Local bike vendors will be bringing bicycles for people to test ride and have bicycle merchandise on display. Various tasty snacks will be provided for sampling by local businesses including Jenkins-Lueken Orchards, the Mountain Brauhaus, and the Bistro Mountain Store. Early arrival is suggested for the best parking, since the Park Preserve may fill to capacity early in the day. Please bring your own safety helmet and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. A parent or guardian over the age of 18 years must accompany children wishing to participate in the program.
May 22 10am - 3pm (rain date: May 23), $6 to park
Minnewaska State Park, Rt. 44/55, New Paltz
email Jillian.Koehnken@oprhp.state.ny.us or call 845-255-0752 

Mountain Bike Festival
The fourth annual Minnewaska Mountain Bike Festival was held on May 22nd 2010 
(the rain date is the 23rd)
There will be group rides for bikers of all skill levels. This is a great chance to get a guided tour of parts of The Minnewaska Park you've never been to.
http://www.gumba.org/fest/index.php

3rd Annual Earth & Water Festival will be held on Sat. May 22, 2010
http://waterauthority.orangecountygov.com/events//EARTH&WATER/Water_Festival.html

The Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair
May 29, 30, 31
The Hudson Valley's premier art & crafts show takes place every Memorial Day
Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz NY.
http://www.quailhollow.com/QHhandcrafts_2010.html

HITS Saugerties
Hits-on-the-Hudson I, May 26-30
319 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.8833
http://www.hitsshows.com/

Irish Festival
Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural & Sports Centre
Festival providing music for all ages. From traditional to celtic rock. Childrens rides and music also.
Rte 145, East Durham
518-634-2286 or 800-434-3378
http://www.east-durham.org/

Woodstock-New Paltz Art and Crafts Fair
Memorial Day weekend, Saturday - Monday, May 29-31
Juried crafts fair. Over 300 artists and craftspeople. Exhibitions, demonstrations, children’s center. Furniture, supplies, entertainment, specialty foods and health care products.
Ulster County Fairgrounds, Libertyville Road, New Paltz

June

Greek Festival
June 03, 2010 —June 06, 2010
Thursday, 5:30-10pm; Friday, noon-midnight; Saturday, 11am-midnight; Sunday, noon-8pm
Celebrates Greek heritage and is said to be the largest cultural festival in Rockland County. Enjoy foods, pastries, music, dance, handicrafts and children's activities. Held at 1 Marycrest Road, West Nyack , NY 10994.  For more information call 845-623-4023.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2863&city=all

Alive at Five
Thursdays, June 3 - August 5, 2010
Albany Riverfront Park at the Corning Preserve
5pm - 8pm
http://www.albanyevents.org/events/event_detail.cfm?ID=3

13th Annual RiverFest
Jun 5, 2010 Saturday
Full day of entertainment including children's activities, music, large craft and food fair. Shuttle buses will be available to transport visitors to and from festival. 11AM-6PM. Donohue Park, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-4200
http://www.river-fest.com

Puerto Rican Day Parade
June 06, 2010
Sunday, 12-5pm
Featuring an array of bands, dance groups and marchers, as well as the three women chosen to rule the court riding in a red, white and blue float. There will also be booths selling food, nonalcoholic refreshments and merchandise, as well as clowns, face painting and inflatable rides for the children. A fun family event. Begins near the entrance to Emeline Park on Main Street, continues down Broadway and ends at Haverstraw Middle School.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2893&city=all

Radio Woodstock's Mountain Jam Fest VI
June 4-6, 2010
Come to Mountain Jam to enjoy great music and the beautiful Northern Catskills at this three-day outdoor music festival. Featuring national recording atists and local bands, Mountain Jam Fest has quickly become one of the country's premier jam band festivals, listed by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the top ten music festivals in the country. On-site camping is available!  Earky Bird tickets are on sale NOW!
http://www.mountainjam.com/

HITS Saugerties
Hits-on-the-Hudson II, June 2-6
Hits-on-the-Hudson III, June 9-13
319 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.8833
http://www.hitsshows.com/

23rd Annual Summerfest
When: June 6, 2010 - 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Croton-on-HudsonCroton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520
http://hvgatewaychamber.com/events/2010/04/23rd-annual-summerfest

Suffern Street Fair
June 13, 2010
Sunday, 10am to 5pm
Great Shopping (Over 100 Vendors)! Wonderful Food! Music (3 Bands), Fun and Activities for the Whole Family! Held on Lafayette Ave, Suffern.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2768&city=all

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival - (Cold Spring)
2010 SEASON, June 15 - September 5   
The Festival Experience
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival is dedicated to producing the plays of Shakespeare with an economy of style that focuses our energy and resources on script, actors, and audience. HVSF performs at Boscobel, located eight miles north of the Bear Mountain Bridge on Route 9D, and is easily accessible by car or train. Festival parking is free and plentiful!
http://hvshakespeare.org/

ART WALK 2010
June 18, 2010 —June 20, 2010
Meet the Artists while they display their works in shops throughout Nyack. Stroll the streets, view, shop, eat, drink and enjoy the day/evening. Friday, June 18th from 7-9PM Saturday, June 19th from 12-9 PM Sunday, June 20th from 12-5PM Contact info: p.ross, 89 Main St, Nyack 845-348-1767
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2639&city=all

The Clearwater Festival
Great Hudson River Revival 2010
June 19 & 20
Croton Point Park
Croton-on-Hudson, NY
http://www.clearwater.org/festival/index.html

Crafts at Rhinebeck
June 19 & 20, 2010
Dutchess County Fair Grounds

Round Top Bavarian Summerfest
Saturday June 19, 2010
Bands Include: "Alpine Squeeze" and "Die Schlaubergers"
Sunday June 20, 2010
Bands include: "Henry Leschke" AND "Bud Gramer"
Saturday June 26, 2010
Bands include: "Alpine Squeeze" AND "Kapelle Fellas"
Sunday June 27, 2010
Bands include: "Henry Leschke" AND "Gregory and His Band"
http://www.riedlbauersresort.com/events/fest.html

Albany Father's Day Concert
Albany Riverfront Park
June 20, 2010
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Albany's annual Father's Day celebration hosts a highly acclaimed musical performance and spectacular fireworks at Albany's premiere outdoor concert venue. For more information call 518-434-2032.  FREE.
http://www.albanyevents.org/events/event_detail.cfm?ID=4

2010 International Music Festival
June 26, 2010
Caramoor - (Katonah)
The estate is home to the summer long Caramoor International Music Festival, a museum and exhibits.
https://tickets.caramoor.org/public/default.asp

Kingston, NY

June 27th, the Fireworks Festival will take place in the Rondout.  The event kicks off at 4 PM, with fireworks at 9:30 PM.

http://ci.kingston.ny.us/filestorage/54/1916/Fireworks_2010_Poster.pdf

July

4th of July Celebration
July 4th, 2010
Dutchess County Fair Grounds

http://www.dutchessfair.com/other-events.php#fourth

Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra
Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 8 PM
Windham Civic & Performing Arts Center
5379 State Route 23, Windham, NY 12496
http://www.windhammusic.com/July_10.html

Hudson Valley Brew Fest
July 10 & 11, 2010
Dutchess County Fairgrounds

http://www.dutchessfair.com/downloads/2010-DC-event-schedule.pdf

36th  Annual
Athens Street Festival
Saturday July 10, 2010
I87 Exit 21 to Rt 23B East then North on Rt 385.
Live Entertainment ALL Day on THREE Stages (See Schedule Below)
LightHouse Tours
Magician and Ventriloquist
Antique & Classic Car Show
Huge Fireworks Display By Young's Fireworks
Fireworks sponsored By Athens Community Foundation

Irish Feis
July 18, 2010
The Rockland County 37th Annual Feis will be held on Sunday, July 18th, 2010 at Anthony Wayne Park, Exit 17, Palisades Interstate Parkway beginning at 9:00 A.M.thru 8:00 P.M. Dancing, singing, music, art and celtic design contests, sodabread, Gaelic football, piping, pipe bands, special child contests, and a six-piece band for your listening pleasure will be the order of the day. There will be the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass concelebrated at 11;00 A.M. in Irish and english. For syllabus go on line to http://rocklandcountyfeis.com after May 1st. Vendors call 845 942-1874 before June 15th
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2892&city=all

Nyack's Famous Street Fair
July 18, 2010
The Nyack's Famous Street Fair will be held on Sunday, July 18, from 10 to 5, (rain or shine). The show once again be promoted by P.J.'s Promotions. Hand crafted items, art, antiques, collectibles, unique retail, great food and a children's area will be featured at the show.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2305&city=all

The Orange County Fair
The 2010 fair will take place July 21 through August 1, 2010
http://www.orangecountyfair.com/

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival - (Hillsdale)
July 23 - 25, 2010
Welcome to the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, a three-day community of folk music and dance at the foot of the Berkshires in east-central New York State.
http://www.falconridgefolk.com/

The Rosendale Street Festival
July 24 & 25, 2010

Bounty of the Hudson Wine Festival
Jul 24, 25, 2010 Sat-Sun
Taste wines from all wineries on the Shawangunk Wine Trail, as well as several others from the Hudson Valley region. Enjoy tastings from area restaurants, farm fresh produce, live music and cooking workshops. Hosting winery: Warwick Valley Winery, Warwick. 12Noon-5PM. 845-256-8456. Purchase tickets online
http://www.gunkswine.com

HITS Saugerties
Hits-on-the-Hudson IV, July 21-25
319 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.8833
http://www.hitsshows.com/

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
July 23 - 25, 2010
The Falcon Ridge Folk Festival is located at Dodds Farm, just off Route 22 north of Hillsdale, New York. Hillsdale is in the Tri-State Corner of Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut, approximately one hour's drive southeast of Albany, New York, three hours' drive north of New York City, and three hours' drive west of Boston, Massachusetts. The address of the festival site is 44 County Route 7D, Hillsdale, NY 12529.
http://www.falconridgefolk.com/

The Saratoga County Fair
Jul 20 - 25

http://www.saratogacountyfair.org/

Summit Music Festival
Saturday, July 24 to Saturday, August 14, 2010
Manhattanville College
2900 Purchase Street
Purchase, NY
http://www.summitmusicfestival.org/

Blueberry Festival 2010
July 25, 2010
The Blueberry Festival is always held the last Sunday in July - this year the Festival will be held Sunday, July 25, 2010 on the grounds of Old Austerlitz from 9am-4pm. 
http://www.oldausterlitz.org/events

Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
July 30 - Aug 7, 2010
Cobleskill Fairgrounds, Schoharie County, NY
http://www.cobleskillfair.com/

August

Vendors Wanted: Creative Events By Lisa

HITS Saugerties
Hits-on-the-Hudson V, July 28 - August 1
NY Horse & Pony Show (VI), August 4-8
319 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.8833
http://www.hitsshows.com/

Ulster County Fair 
August 3rd through August 8th, 2010
http://www.ulstercountyfair.com/

German Alps Festival
Hunter Mountain, NY
August 14 & 15, 2010
The tradition continues at the Hunter Mountain German Alps festival has been entertaining Germans and non-Germans with excellent food, drink, German music and plenty of activities and entertainment for all.
http://www.huntermtn.com/huntermtn/festivals/summer-festivals-gaf.aspx

New York Renaissance Faire
Aug 14, 15, 2010 Sat-Sun 
16th Century England brought to life. 300 costumed characters, dancers, strolling minstrels and storytellers in a Tudor style marketplace of period crafts and games. Food, drink, horseback joust, living chessboard, mud show, and more. 10AM-7PM. Sterling Forest, Tuxedo. 845-351-5174
http://www.renfair.com

Round Top Car and Bike Show
Sunday August 15, 2010
View all the cars while sipping on germany's most famous beer while eating a pretzel or eating fresh BBQ food. During the course of the day participants in the show will be awarded prizes in different categories.Cars from the past and today are part of the show as well as many different brands of motorcycles.
http://www.riedlbauersresort.com/events/car.html

Delaware County Fair
August 16 - 21, 2010
http://www.delawarecountyfair.org/

Altamont fairgrounds
Aug 17 - 22, 2010
The Altamont Fair is a three county fair representing Albany, Schenectady and Greene Counties. It is a non-profit, public educational and historical society supported entirely by admissions, rentals, contributions and the assistance of hundreds of volunteers.

Celtic Festival
Hunter Mountain, NY
21st and 22nd of August 2010, (Saturday and Sunday)
http://www.huntermtn.com/huntermtn/festivals/summer-festivals-celtic.aspx

Washington County Fair
Aug 23 - 29
392 Old Schuylerville Road
Greenwich, New York 12834
Phone: 518-692-2464
We are located an hour north of Albany NY along the Vermont border and just south of the Adirondacks on State Route 29 between Greenwich and Schuylerville, NY
http://www.washingtoncountyfair.com/

Elks Club Car Show
August 8, 2010
Columbia County Fairgrounds
Chatham, New York, is a 40-minute drive southeast from Albany, New York and a 2-1/2 hour drive north from New York City. The Fairgrounds are located on Route 66
518-758-2530
http://www.columbiafair.com/otherevents.html

The 165th Dutchess County Fair
The Dutchess County Fair in AugustAugust 24 - 29, 2010
Open Daily at 10:00AM
http://www.dutchessfair.com/

Hudson Valley RibFest
Aug 21, 22, 2010
Ulster County Fairgrouds
249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY 12561
http://hudsonvalleyribfest.org/

New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY
Date
http://www.nysfair.org/fair

Columbia County Bounty's Annual Taste of the Columbia County Bounty
August 2010

September

Columbia County Fair
Sept 1 - 6, 2010
Chatham, New York, is a 40-minute drive southeast from Albany, New York and a 2-1/2 hour drive north from New York City. The Fairgrounds are located on Route 66
http://www.columbiafair.com/

HITS Saugerties
Hits-on-the-Hudson VII, September 1-5
Hits-on-the-Hudson VIII, September 8-11
Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, September 12
319 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
845.246.8833
http://www.hitsshows.com/

22nd Annual International Festival- this year at the former Armory, 355 William Street, Newburgh
Carnival rides, midway, food, music, vendors & more- Sept. 3-Sept. 6 (opens 5 p.m. Sept. 3, noon-11 Sat & Sun; noon-10, Monday). Free Admission
Website: http://cityofnewburgh-ny.gov

Caoital District Scottish Games
Sept 4, 5, 2010
Altamont Fair Grounds
http://www.scotgames.com/

The Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair
Sept 5, 6, 7, 2010
The Hudson Valley's premier art & crafts show
Labor Day weekend at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz NY.
http://www.quailhollow.com/QHhandcrafts_2010.html

Suffern Street Fair
September 05, 2010
Sunday, 10am to 5pm
Great Shopping (Over 100 Vendors)! Wonderful Food!  Music (3 Bands), Fun and Activities for the Whole Family!  Held on Lafayette Ave, Suffern.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2769&city=all

Albany's All America City Jazz Festival
Saturday, September 11, 2010 | 12:30pm - 8:00pm
Albany Riverfront Park Amphitheatre at the Corning Preserve
Rain location: Palace Theatre
Albany's signature Jazz Festival, now in its 9th year,continues to present a dazzling line-up of Jazz Greats earning a solid reputation among jazz enthusiasts. Enjoy highly acclaimed musical guests, great food & beverages, kids' activities and fireworks to end the day at one of the area's most spectacular venues.
Admission is FREE. For more information, call 518-434-2032. 
http://www.albanyevents.org/events/event_detail.cfm?ID=5

Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
September 11th & 12th, 2010
Dutchess County Fairgrounds - Rhinebeck, NY
Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm 
http://www.hudsonvalleywinefest.com/index.html

20th Annual Taste of New Paltz
Sept 12, 2010
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Ulster County Fairgrounds, Libertyville Road, New Paltz, New York
$5 admission. Children 12 and under will be admitted free.
http://www.tasteofnewpaltz.com/

Microbrew and Wine Festival
September 25 & 26, 2010
Hunter Mountain, NY
Sample fine microbrews and wines of the Hudson Valley, New York State and beyond. Specialty foods and delicacies, plus a variety of arts and crafts vendors and farmers market also included.
http://www.huntermtn.com/huntermtn/events-activities/festivals-microbrew.aspx

Garlic Festival™
2010 Hudson Valley
September 25 & 26, 2010
The festival is always held the last full weekend in September. In 2010, it will be held September 25th and 26th. The hours on Saturday are 10 a.m. 'til 6 p.m, and on Sunday it's 10 a.m. 'til 5 p.m.
The festival is held at Cantine Field in Saugerties, New York. Saugerties is nestled in the Hudson Valley, 100 miles north of New York City and 50 Miles South of Albany. Saugerties' Esopus Creek joins the Hudson River at a point 8 miles north of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge and 12 miles south of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge on the west bank of the Hudson River. Garlic Hot Line: 845-246-3090
http://hvgf.org/

Haverstraw International Street Fair
September 26, 2010
Sunday, 11am-5pm
Over 100 vendors, live music, dance, variety of ethnic foods, fun for all ages, free of charge to the public.  Held on Main, New Main & Broadway, Haverstraw, NY
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2842&city=all

Capital Region Vegetarian Expo
Encouraging compassionate lifestyles.
http://www.nyvegetarianexpo.org/

October

Oktoberfest
Hunter Mountain, NY
Oct 2-3 & Oct 9-10, 2010
October is the time of the harvest, and in the old country, after the harvest is in, it's time for celebration. Join us in celebrating Oktoberfest, in the finest old-world tradition.
http://www.huntermtn.com/huntermtn/festivals/summer-festivals-oktoberfest.aspx

Country Charm Farm
Fall Harvest Festival
Oct. 1-3  Oct. 9-11, Oct. 16-17, 2010
http://www.countrycharmfarm.com/

Nyack's Famous Street Fair
October 10, 2010
The Nyack's Famous Street Fair will be held on Sunday, Oct. 10 from 10 to 5, (rain or shine). The show once again be promoted by P.J.'s Promotions. Hand crafted items, art, antiques, collectibles, unique retail, great food and a children's area will be featured at the show.
http://rockland.org/event.cfm?page=2306&city=all

NYS Sheep and Wool
Family Festival
October 16th & 17th, 2010
Dutchess County Fair Grounds

AppleFest
Date
Altamont Fair Grounds, Altamont, NY
http://www.northeastshowpro.com/Applefestival.htm

November

Eisteddfod 2010:  Friday, November 5 through Sunday, November 7, A weekend of traditional folk/roots music at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa 400 Granite Road, Kerhonkson, Ulster County, NY 12446

The Folk Music Society of New York, Inc. is proud to announce the seventh Festival of Traditional Music to be held in New York after a 40 year history of festivals in Pittsburgh and Dartmouth, Massachusetts.  The 2010 Eisteddfod returns to the Hudson Valley for a second year  after being held in New York City for the previous five years.  Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of traditional folk/roots music.  Meet 20 or more outstanding performers in 30 workshops and three concerts, plus an open mike, late night singing, a contra dance, and  informal socializing, music making, and outdoor walks plus convenient hotel rooms, good food, an indoor pool, and more. 

The festival features performers who are representatives of the living ethnic traditions, and performers who have become steeped in those traditions.  It has programs ideal for the whole family, and provides a very rare chance in New York to hear such diverse, and such high quality, performers all in a single venue.  Information at: http://www.eisteddfod-ny.org 
Online sales at: http://eisteddfod.eventbrite.com/

The 13th Annual International Pickle Festival
Rosendale, NY
Celebrating 13 Years of Picklefest!
Sunday, November 21st, 2010
10:00AM to 5:00PM
http://www.picklefest.com/

December

Hudson Valley Calendar of Events

Uncomfirmed events dates

Film Columbia - (Chatham) - A three day celebration of adventuresome films, film making, and filmmakers.

Honest Brook Music Festival - (Delhi) - The festival provides an opportunity for Delaware County residents and visitors to hear first-rate classical music.

Hudson River Valley Ramble - Explore and experience the landscapes, history, and culture of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area.

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival - (Cold Spring) - A regional theater presenting Shakespeare during the summer months.

Old Songs Festival - (Altamont) - Music, dance, workshops, food, and vendors in a family-friendly festival.

PolishFest - (Latham) - A three-day Capital District celebration of Polish and Polish-American culture.

Rhinebeck Antiques Fair - (Rhinebeck) - Spring, summer, and fall antiques shows.

Saratoga ARC Festival & Dressage - (Ballston Spa) - An annual festival showcasing everything from horsed to crafts.

Schaghticoke Fair - (Schaghticoke) - An annual country fair and the 3rd oldest fair in New York State.

Ukrainian Festival - (Yonkers) - A three day festival celebrating the Ukrainian experience.

Windham Chamber Music Festival - (Windham) - Nine Satruday evening performances at the historic Windham Civic Center.

Woodstock Poetry Festival - (Woodstock) - A bi-annual celebration of poetry and more.

Yorktown Grange Fair - (Yorktown Heights) - An authentic country fair with competitions, spectacular rides, delicious food, and great live entertainment.

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