New Year’s Eve revelers, get ready to ring in 2025 in style! Whether you’re seeking a sophisticated soirée with champagne toasts and gourmet fare or an electrifying night of live music and dancing, there is something for everyone in the Kingston area here in the Hudson Valley. From intimate jazz clubs to rocking heavy metal concerts, cozy community gatherings to exhilarating outdoor activities, your perfect New Year’s Eve experience awaits.
Explore our curated list of local events and start planning your unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration in Kingston, NY. Discover the vibrant energy of the Hudson Valley as you bid farewell to 2024 and embrace the promise of a brand new year. Whether you’re a local or visiting from afar, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to New Year’s Eve in Kingston and the Hudson Valley.
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Upcoming Holiday Events
The Julie Novak Storytelling Club
Calling all curious, brave humans ready to connect, expand, and have a raucous good time. Inspired by the big, bold spirit of our beloved late [...]
Field + Supply Fall MRKT
Fall MRKT returns to Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY for three days of one-of-a-kind shopping set against the Hudson Valley's fall foliage. Browse 250+ independent [...]
16th Annual O+ Festival
The 16th annual O+ Festival returns October 9 through 11 with more than 100 performers, artists, writers, comedians, filmmakers, and wellness practitioners spread across venues [...]
2026 O+ Festival: Friday – Parade Kick off, Honky Tonk Night w/ Two Step Dance Lesson, Champagne Poneys & Bourbon Sprawl!
From the beginning, Keegan Ales has been a proud sponsor and supporter of the O+ Festival. 2026 will bring a variety of talented artists to [...]
Oktoberfest
It’s the most wonderful time of the year & our personal favorite event. Märzen makes its return to our draft lines plus 2 variants. Steins [...]
2026 O+ Festival: Saturday – El Front, Catheral Ceilings, Sweet Harm, Doug Gillard (Of Guided By Voices) and MC Lars
From the beginning, Keegan Ales has been a proud sponsor and supporter of the O+ Festival. 2026 will bring a variety of talented artists to [...]
Ulster County Italian Festival
At the Rondout Waterfront! A family friendly festival, the area's largest Italian Festival. Free Admission! Great food, amazing entertainment MAIN STAGE 11:00 Opening Ceremonies [...]
The 7th Annual Reading of Washington Irving’s Rip Van Winkle
Storytellers and story lovers are invited to join the Mountain Top Historical Society’s annual community reading of Washington Irving’s classic tale of Rip Van Winkle’s [...]
The Burning of Kingston
Take a trip back in time at The Burning of Kingston, commemorating American Revolutionary War events of 1777, and the life and times of Kingston’s [...]
Catskills Comedy Festival - Opening Night Kick Off
The Catskills Comedy Festival runs from October 16-18, 2026. Check out https://tccfest.org/ for all the shows. Join us for the 3rd annual Catskills Comedy Festival [...]
Catskills Comedy Festival - An Evening with Sean Patton
The Catskills Comedy Festival runs from October 16-18, 2026. Check out https://tccfest.org/ for all the shows. Sean Patton makes his Catskills Comedy Festival debut. The [...]
Woodstock Film Festival Presents "HOMUNCULUS"
Q&A with director Owen Kibby, writer Santiago Mallan, and stars Mitra Jouhari, Ruby McCollister, Jeremy Gill, Jake Innerst, Aitana Doyle When Mimi's toxic relationship with [...]
Catskills Comedy Festival - Jared Freidm, Featuring Tina Friml, w/Alex English
The Catskills Comedy Festival runs from October 16-18, 2026. Check out https://tccfest.org/ for all the shows. Hot off his brand new Netflix special "The Family Plan", Headliner Jared [...]
Catskills Comedy Festival - Nico Carney w/Maddie Peck
The Catskills Comedy Festival runs from October 16-18, 2026. Check out https://tccfest.org/ for all the shows. Tickets $28 (plus $1.85 ticketing fees). Click here to [...]
Miller Craft Fair
38th annual Miller Craft Fair! Saturday 10/24 from 9AM - 4PM. Fun for all- local crafters, artisans, holiday gifts, specialty foods. Lunch served by local [...]
DIY KINGSTON FEST
DIY Kingston & Red Eye Booking present: DIY Kingston Fest! See 16 awesome HV-based bands at 2 venues that are only a block away from each other (Keegan [...]