Things to Do This Weekend 8/1-8/3

Planning your weekend? Get ready for an amazing first weekend of August in Kingston, NY, and the surrounding Hudson Valley! Our local calendar is bursting with activities for everyone. Catch the final days of the iconic Ulster County Fair, enjoy live music at Bearsville Theater, explore unique art exhibits in Woodstock, or get outside with a lighthouse tour on the Hudson River. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, creative workshops, or a vibrant night out, you’ll find the best things to do right here. Scroll down to discover all the top events happening this weekend in Ulster County.

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This Week’s Upcoming Events

  1. 28 Jul

    Teen Acting Classes

    Mon, Jul 28, 2025 - Fri, Aug 8, 2025    
    10:00 am-12:00 pm
    Coach House, under the direction of Barbara E. Melzer, will conduct a two-week teen acting class at 12 Augusta St., Kingston. July 28-Aug 1 is [...]
    Wilderness Week

    Wilderness Week

    Mon, Jul 28, 2025 - Fri, Aug 1, 2025    
    10:30 am-12:00 pm
    Join us for Wilderness Week! We're bringing the outdoors in with these camping inspired crafts! Ages 7-14, 10:30am-12pm Monday: Paint Your Own Ceramic S'mores Box [...]
    Ulster County Fair

    Ulster County Fair

    This family-fun community tradition since 1886 features thrilling midway rides for all ages, live music, Wednesday night fireworks, Robinson's Racing Pigs, Two by Two Animal [...]
    Geocache 1st Week Challenge - High Falls

    Geocache 1st Week Challenge - High Falls

    Fri, Aug 1, 2025    
    All Day
    There is a brand new geocache to be found in High Falls. Be the first to find and log it! For those who aren’t familiar, [...]
    Teen Storytelling Summer Program

    Teen Storytelling Summer Program

    7/21 through 8/1, 9am-3pm Ages 14-19 EVERYDAY-MONDAY -FRIDAY 9AM-3PM (2 WEEKS LONG) Teens Storytelling Summer Program This intensive academic program is designed for teens interested [...]
    Short & Sweet Book Club

    Short & Sweet Book Club

    Fri, Aug 1, 2025    
    1:00 pm-2:00 pm
    Town of Ulster Library's summertime book club is back! We will meet every other Friday to discuss short novels (under 250 pages). This summer's selections [...]
    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Hop aboard the 100% solar-powered Solaris for a unique opportunity to ride out to one of only seven remaining lighthouses on the Hudson River that [...]
    Friday Festivities: Herbs and Cures

    Friday Festivities: Herbs and Cures

    Step back in time with this hands-on activity exploring the fascinating world of 18th century herbs and home remedies! Stop by the Senate House grounds [...]
    Viscosity Printmaking (NPS)

    Viscosity Printmaking (NPS)

    4 Fridays August 1,8,15,22 6:00-8:30 pm Ages 16+ Viscosity is a multi-color printmaking technique, also known as “simultaneous color printing,” where one can manipulate inks [...]
    Wine Tasting on the Hudson

    Wine Tasting on the Hudson

    Fridays 6:00 PM / June - September Enjoy sampling, sunsets, and history aboard Solaris. Led by Kingston Wine Co.'s knowledgeable staff, these cruises cover Hudson Valley-produced [...]
    The Life of Chuck

    The Life of Chuck

    Fri, Aug 1, 2025    
    7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    From the hearts and minds of Stephen King and Mike Flanagan comes THE LIFE OF CHUCK, the extraordinary story of an ordinary man. This powerful [...]
    Gypsy

    Gypsy

    “Curtain Up! Light the Lights!” as Up In One Productions proudly presents Gypsy! Regarded by many theater professionals as the finest musical ever created, Gypsy [...]
    Murali Coryell Band

    Murali Coryell Band

    We are excited to welcome back the Murali Coryell Band! Murali Coryell has a story that is unique and has been growing since before he [...]
    01 Aug

    The Heavy Heavy

    Fri, Aug 1, 2025    
    8:00 pm-11:00 pm
    TICKETS & INFO: https://bearsvilletheater.com/event/the-heavy-heavy
    Geocache 1st Week Challenge - High Falls

    Geocache 1st Week Challenge - High Falls

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    All Day
    There is a brand new geocache to be found in High Falls. Be the first to find and log it! For those who aren’t familiar, [...]
    Weekend Air Shows!

    Weekend Air Shows!

    Weekend Air Shows are a great way to spend the day! Museum and grounds open at 10. Biplane rides available before and after the show. [...]
    Yoga on the Farm With Eric Murphy

    Yoga on the Farm With Eric Murphy

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    8:00 am-9:00 am
    Every Saturday Beginning June 7th | 8AM-9AM Join us for a weekly outdoor yoga session surrounded by open skies, birdsong, and the earthy charm of [...]
    Kingston's Uptown Farmers Market

    Kingston's Uptown Farmers Market

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    9:00 am-1:00 pm
    Saturdays 9am-1pm in the County Courthouse Parking Lot May 3rd - November 22nd. 285 Wall Street, Kingston, New York 12401. linktr.ee/Kingstonfarmersmarket.
    Good Morning Paddle

    Good Morning Paddle

    This class is designed for kayakers of all levels. This guided paddle will travel along the scenic waterfront. Along the way participants will see wildlife, [...]
    02 Aug

    5th Annual D.R.A.W.-A-Thon

    5th Annual D.R.A.W.-A-Thon A Free, Family-friendly Drawing Marathon! KINGSTON, N.Y. (date) – On Saturday August 2nd from 10am – 10pm The D.R.A.W. (the arts education program [...]
    Cyanotypes with Sean Blocklin (NPS)

    Cyanotypes with Sean Blocklin (NPS)

    4 Saturdays July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2 10 am - 1 pm Ages 14+ For anyone missing hands-on photographic processes, cyanotypes are a fun, [...]
    Seed Song Saturday Socials

    Seed Song Saturday Socials

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    10:00 am-5:00 pm
    Every Saturday 10AM - 5PM Seed Song Saturday Socials Morning Coffee & Tea Hour (10 AM - 12 PM) Activities & Fun (12 PM - [...]
    Ulster Saving’s Hyde Park Branch Community Appreciation Day

    Ulster Saving’s Hyde Park Branch Community Appreciation Day

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    10:00 am-2:00 pm
    You’re invited to our Community Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10 am-2 pm at our Hyde Park location at 4240 Albany Post [...]
    Women in Black

    Women in Black

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025 - Sun, Aug 3, 2025    
    10:30 am-11:30 am
    Join Women in Black, the first Saturday of every month, as we stand for peace and an end to violence. We gather at Fireman's Park [...]
    Goddess: Origins of Wonder

    Goddess: Origins of Wonder

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    12:00 pm-5:00 pm
    On View August 1 - September 14, 2025 First Friday Reception & Opening Friday, August 1, 5-7pm Live music @ the opening by The Goddess [...]
    Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony

    Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony

    The Historical Society of Woodstock presents our opening exhibition of the season, Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony, on [...]
    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Hop aboard the 100% solar-powered Solaris for a unique opportunity to ride out to one of only seven remaining lighthouses on the Hudson River that [...]
    02 Aug

    Sign-Making Contest + Celebration

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    2:00 pm-5:00 pm
    Help us make the farm even more beautiful (and functional)! Join us for a fun, hands-on afternoon of painting signs for around the farm. You [...]
    Guided Imagery & Sound Healing with Angel Readings

    Guided Imagery & Sound Healing with Angel Readings

    Lots of Readings with Lorry Reiki Healing Circle Guided Imagery Meditation Crystal Chakra Balancing Gong Wash Reiji Ho Fun, Love, and Community upstairs in the [...]
    02 Aug

    Our Relationship and The Art Attraction

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    This August The Lace Mill Arts Council presents the posthumous work of Frank R. Johnston and his widow, Barbara J. Johnston. The 2 met in [...]
    02 Aug

    The Art of Jack Miller

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    This August The Lace Mill Arts presents a retrospective of art photographer Jack Miller, a collection that spans nearly 4 decades. A fashion designer turned [...]
    DUET: Together Agaiin

    DUET: Together Agaiin

    DUET is performing again after a long hiatus. Claudia Forest, violin, & Jon Ahmadjian, guitar/vocals, were each working on other projects, honing their chops. Now [...]
    Triad w/ Brendan O'Shea in the Garden!

    Triad w/ Brendan O'Shea in the Garden!

    3 performers who love to sing, featuring interesting variations of known, obscure and original music, ranging in style from Crosby, Stills and Nash and standards [...]
    Boudoir Blues: A Burlesque Revue

    Boudoir Blues: A Burlesque Revue

     Hold onto your pearls — Boudoir Blues is Strangehouse’s biggest, boldest burlesque blowout yet! Step into a classic night of vintage glamour and glitter-soaked mischief as [...]
    Perry Foster and Frank McGinnis

    Perry Foster and Frank McGinnis

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    7:00 pm-10:00 pm
    Frank McGinnis will bring a solo set of heart-baring yet cleverly crafted songs that are often described as equal parts 90s pop-rock, second wave emo, grown [...]
    Peter Einhorn Quartet

    Peter Einhorn Quartet

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    7:00 pm-10:00 pm
    Performing jazz standards, Brazilian music and original tunes.   Peter Einhorn – guitar Emily Kate Einhorn – vocals Lou Pappas – bass Scott Neumann – [...]
    02 Aug

    Big Monthly Saturday Swing Dance with Live Band & Beginner Lesson

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    7:30 pm-10:30 pm
    All are welcome! No partner or experience needed to attend.  Join the fun! We are dancing to a live band every first Saturday of the [...]
    Gypsy

    Gypsy

    “Curtain Up! Light the Lights!” as Up In One Productions proudly presents Gypsy! Regarded by many theater professionals as the finest musical ever created, Gypsy [...]
    The Greeting Committee

    The Greeting Committee

    Sat, Aug 2, 2025    
    8:00 pm-11:00 pm
    TICKETS & INFO: https://bearsvilletheater.com/event/the-greeting-committee
    The Helm Family Midnight Ramble with special guest Gail Ann Dorsey

    The Helm Family Midnight Ramble with special guest Gail Ann Dorsey

    Levon Helm Studios Presents: The Helm Family Midnight Ramble with special guest Gail Ann Dorsey The Helm Family Midnight Ramble is a musical tribute to [...]
    FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER PRESENTS DJ ACE ROY

    FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER PRESENTS DJ ACE ROY

    FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER PRESENTSDJ ACE ROY
    Weekend Air Shows!

    Weekend Air Shows!

    Weekend Air Shows are a great way to spend the day! Museum and grounds open at 10. Biplane rides available before and after the show. [...]
    Red Owl Flea

    Red Owl Flea

    Sun, Aug 3, 2025    
    9:00 am-4:00 pm
    Come one, come all! The Red Owl Flea is a curated vintage and handmade market located in the side parking lot of Red Owl Collective, [...]
    Intro to Silkscreen Printing - Custom Postcard Set!

    Intro to Silkscreen Printing - Custom Postcard Set!

    Join this group session at The Department of Things in the Kingston Waterfront to learn the basics of screen printing! Use your own photo, design [...]
    Felted Bowl

    Felted Bowl

    Sun, Aug 3, 2025    
    10:00 am-12:00 pm
    Get creative with wool. Learn how to make a handmade bowl/vessel using wet felt techniques. A great project for beginners or enthusiasts of felting!
    Goddess: Origins of Wonder

    Goddess: Origins of Wonder

    Sun, Aug 3, 2025    
    12:00 pm-5:00 pm
    On View August 1 - September 14, 2025 First Friday Reception & Opening Friday, August 1, 5-7pm Live music @ the opening by The Goddess [...]
    Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony

    Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony

    The Historical Society of Woodstock presents our opening exhibition of the season, Making Her Mark: 50 Women Artists of the Historic Woodstock Art Colony, on [...]
    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Solaris Rondout Lighthouse Tour

    Hop aboard the 100% solar-powered Solaris for a unique opportunity to ride out to one of only seven remaining lighthouses on the Hudson River that [...]
    Gypsy

    Gypsy

    “Curtain Up! Light the Lights!” as Up In One Productions proudly presents Gypsy! Regarded by many theater professionals as the finest musical ever created, Gypsy [...]
    DCxPC Live Presents: Dead Unicorn, Sir Echo, Maafa, Soji, Basic Bitches and Good Blasphemy

    DCxPC Live Presents: Dead Unicorn, Sir Echo, Maafa, Soji, Basic Bitches and Good Blasphemy

    $5 - 6 bands!21+, Music 5PM sharp! 1st. Good Blasphemy (HV)2nd. Basic Bitches (NJ)3rd. Soji (Philly)4th. Maafa (NYC)5th. Sir Echo (HV)6th. Dead Unicorn (HV)
    The Life of Chuck

    The Life of Chuck

    Sun, Aug 3, 2025    
    7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    From the hearts and minds of Stephen King and Mike Flanagan comes THE LIFE OF CHUCK, the extraordinary story of an ordinary man. This powerful [...]

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