I’m looking forward to the warmer months here in the Hudson Valley! I love sunshine filled days with 80 degree temps that allow us to be out in nature all the time.

What Can We Experience This Summer In The Hudson Valley?

During the summer, we can attend outdoor concerts, events, festivals and more. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will host many outdoor concerts including James Taylor, Tedeschi Truck Bands and more. The Pine Bush UFO Fair will return to the Orange County area in June and the Dutchess County Fair will be in August.

We can also look forward to attending a festival that will be at one of our favorite fairgrounds this summer.

Exciting New Festival Taking Over Ulster County Fairgrounds This Summer

The Vintage In The Hudson Valley Festival will be at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. This exciting and new festival is something we can attend in the summer. Add this event to your phone calender, July 11 and July 12, 2026 in New Paltz, NY!

On Saturday, the event will be from 10am until 6pm. On Sunday, the event will be from 10am until 5pm.

The Vintage In The Hudson Valley Festival will feature,

‘2 Days of Music, Finds & Food’

What Can We Do At Vintage In The Hudson Valley Festival?

This festival will highlight vintage pieces, handmade goods, antiques and more. The Vintage In The Hudson Valley Festival Festival will also have live music, local food trucks and and family fun for all. There will also be an entrepreneurship market for kids on site.

The admission is $10, kids under 12 are free and there are seniors along with veteran discounts as well.

You can become a vendor, performer or have your food truck on site at this festival as well. Be sure to visit The Vintage In The Hudson Valley’s website for more info.

Which Hudson Valley festival are you looking forward to attending this summer? Will you visit this new event? Tell us more below.

6 Ulster County, NY Businesses You Need To Try

The Hudson Valley area has a variety of different businesses to explore and support. There are specialty shops, locally owned boutiques, cozy cafes and popular restaurants in our area.

Foodies and shoppers can take a look at this guide highlighting new Ulster County businesses that opened in 2024 that you need to try.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay

How Many of Kingston, NY's Top 5 Attractions Have You Seen?

Trip Advisor has a list of top attractions in Kingston, NY. Play along and see if you have been to all of the top 5 attractions within Kingston, if not then add these to your travel list.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay,

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