Nightlife and recreation

With several music venues in the area, one of the largest theaters in the Hudson Valley (Ulster Performing Arts Center), an eclectic mix of restaurants offering promotions and Happy Hours, some great art galleries, as well as many other entertainment venues, there is always a great way to spend an evening in the Kingston area.

The proximity to the New York Metropolitan Area and influence of the neighboring Woodstock arts and music scene, ensures that there is always quality talent around to play in very unique and accessible venues. The Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) is a grandiose, restored theater that hosts world-class acts on a regular basis as well performances from local dance and theater companies. Need a good reason for dining out? Not only do the restaurants and pubs in Kingston offer superb quality fare and a wide variety of dining experiences to choose from, they frequently offer promotions and Happy Hours as more of an enticement to lure you from your own kitchen.

Our ‘Nightlife and recreation’ calendar is your one stop reference for planning your evening or day when you’re looking for any kind of entertainment related to the arts, music, dining out, festivals, markets, and for kids as well as adults.

                Nightlife and recreation             Community Events          Happy Hours and Weekly Specials

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Today’s events

The 180th Dutchess County Fair

The 180th Dutchess County Fair

The 180th Dutchess County Fair takes place August 25th - 30th in Rhinebeck, NY, showcasing the agriculture of the beautiful Hudson Valley. Family-fun at it's [...]
Woodstock Fingerstyle Guitar Festival

Woodstock Fingerstyle Guitar Festival

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 - Sun, Aug 30, 2026    
12:00 am
Performing a concert and workshops as part of the Woodstock Fingerstyle Guitar Festival. Dubbed “The Welsh Tornado,” guitar virtuoso Gareth Pearson delivers a whirlwind of [...]
All Bob's Day!

All Bob's Day!

Sat, Aug 29, 2026    
2:00 pm-9:00 pm
Bob The Builder, Bob Ross, SpongeBob SquarePants, Silent Bob, Bob’sBurgers and more! Our latest and greatest made up holiday is all about….. BOB! Well 2 [...]
Groundhog Day The Musical

Groundhog Day The Musical

Up In One Productions proudly announces its production of Groundhog Day The Musical. Critically acclaimed on both Broadway and the West End, and nominated for [...]
'The Backburners' In The Garden

'The Backburners' In The Garden

Whether tearing up a swamp-stomping barn-burner, gently delivering a folk ballad or sailing seas of telepathic group interplay, the Backburners are a formidable, veteran musical [...]
Country Joe & The Fish (last surviving members)

Country Joe & The Fish (last surviving members)

Catch the last surviving members of Country Joe & The Fish bringing their classic psychedelic vibes back to life live on stage! Country Joe & [...]
Ed Palermo

Ed Palermo

The world's zaniest - eighteen-piece - big band returns to The Falcon! Ed Palermo IS "The Malignant Narcissist." Presented by the Ed Palermo Big Band. [...]
LATE NIGHT MAJOR MAYHEM KARAOKE with Sabrina

LATE NIGHT MAJOR MAYHEM KARAOKE with Sabrina

Sign ups will start at 9pm and beat goes on from there!

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