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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Rosendale Street Festival

Rosendale Street Festival

This year’s Rosendale Street Festival will be taking place on July 18 and 19 and it features 8 Stages, over 110 Musical Acts . Kids [...]
DCxPC Live Presents Punk Night at Night Swim

DCxPC Live Presents Punk Night at Night Swim

Sat, Jul 18, 2026    
6:00 pm-11:00 pm
DCxPC Live brings a stacked six-band night to Night Swim, pulling together Hudson Valley locals and touring punk bands from Philly, Louisville, D.C., and New [...]
Freaky Fantasy Ball

Freaky Fantasy Ball

Come one, come all to @purple__productions @colonywoodstockny @cyber__circus, Freaky Fantasy Ball On July 18th for a one-night-only unforgettable experience where classic vintage circus glamour collides with [...]
Teri Roiger Band with special guests from the legendary Jazz Passengers!

Teri Roiger Band with special guests from the legendary Jazz Passengers!

Sat, Jul 18, 2026    
7:00 pm-10:00 pm
TERI ROIGER (vocals), JOHN MENEGON (bass), MATT GARRITY (drums) with special guests from the legendary JAZZ PASSENGERS: ROY NATHANSON (sax) and BILL WARE (vibes)! We [...]
Boombox Fever

Boombox Fever

We are excited to welcome Boombox Fever to the Keegan Ales Stage! 3 Piece Classic/Hard Rock/Alternative Cover Band From Saugerties, NY. Check them out here! 
Tom Chapin & Friends and The Chapin Sisters

Tom Chapin & Friends and The Chapin Sisters

In the long rich history of Family Groups in American Roots Music, the Chapin Family has a special place. When this family of performers comes [...]

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