This weekend, the Kingston Area is transforming into a Halloween wonderland! With a spooktacular lineup of events, from ghostly gatherings to thrilling treats, you’re in for a frightfully good time.
Whether you’re seeking family-friendly fun or adult-oriented thrills, there’s something for everyone. Imagine yourself strolling through a festive parade, laughing at spooky stories, or dancing the night away at a Halloween bash.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to create lasting memories with loved ones. This Pre-Halloween Weekend is your chance to embrace the spirit of Halloween and experience the magic of Kingston.
Our picks for things to do this weekend
Featured Things to Do this Weekend
Collagraph Reconfigured (NPS)
Explore the possibilities of collagraph, a cardboard or plastic plate matrix that offers the opportunity to create rich linear or textural prints. Various approaches to [...]
The HoloShop - a place to find extraordinary holographic gifts!
The HoloShop at the HoloCenter is a unique place to find those special gifts! Check out our shop to find holographic jewelry, small holograms and [...]
Annual Trunk or Treat at Ten Broeck Center
Join us for our Annual Trunk or Treat at Ten Broeck Center on Friday, October 25th, from 2 PM to 5 PM, with a rain [...]
American Nightmare/American Dream (Free Screening)
This doc is about the struggles and triumphs of four women who escape poverty, get a college degree, and pave the road for others to [...]
Danny & Elizabeth
Open 3-10 Sappy Hour 3-5 Music 5-8 Only two more weekends to enjoy Carlos's famous pizzas before we shut down the oven for the season! [...]
Trunk R Treat @ American Legion Post 150
Ulster Marine Corps League along with American Legion Post 150 Auxiliary and Post 150 Son’s will be hosting a Trunk R Treat. On 10/25 from [...]
Boujee Bingo!!!
Join us for Boujee Bingo!!! Come join us in raising money for helping us provide over 1,000 local children with a magical Christmas Brand new [...]
Boo at the Zoo!
Join us for another Boo at the Zoo! Halloween party from 5:30pm-7pm followed by a Halloween movie in the park! Family Friendly, Free event sponsored [...]
Play Haven at Boo at the Zoo
Join us at Forsyth Nature Center's annual Boo at the Zoo event! We'll have crafting, playing, and fun before the movie begins. Can't wait to [...]
Magic the Gathering/TCG Events
Join us for a regular slate of Magic the Gathering events: Modern Mondays - every Monday at 6:30pm (sign up at 6:00). Entry $10. Friday [...]
A Jungle Love Halloween Spectacular on the Boat
I’m pretty sure this is our fourth year doing this Halloween costume cruise and it gets bigger and better each and every year! Get your [...]
H.P. LOVECRAFT at The Lace Mill: A Reading by Brett Owen
In the spirit of Halloween, actor and performer, Brett Owen will give a reading from a short story by H.P. Lovecraft accompanied by experimental [...]
Our Boo at the Zoo Movie
Bring your blankets and chairs, we'll provide the popcorn! Our Boo at the Zoo Halloween Party starts at 5:30 but make sure you stay for [...]
Radiohead Nosferatu
Silents Synced is a new series that pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music. This special presentation (never to be seen/heard outside of its [...]
Bourbon Sprawl @ Keegan Ales
Classic Country…and none of that modern crap Ben Ratliff- acoustic guitar, vocals Drew Fleming- electric guitar, vocals Ezra Gale- bass, vocals Jon Light- pedal steel [...]
KINGSTON FARMERS MARKET
OUTDOOR MARKET 2024 WHEN EVERY SATURDAY 9am – 1pm May 4 – November 23 WHERE County Courthouse parking lot, 285 Wall St Kingston, NY 12401 [...]
Miller Craft Fair
Come check out the annual Miller Middle School Craft Fair on Saturday 10/26 from 9AM to 4PM. There will be MANY vendors so come get [...]
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Oct
Beginner Wheel Spinning (one day intensive)
In this one-day intensive for beginners you will obtain a foundation in the basics of spinning wool. Learn about the different types of spinning fibers [...]
Collagraph Reconfigured (NPS)
Explore the possibilities of collagraph, a cardboard or plastic plate matrix that offers the opportunity to create rich linear or textural prints. Various approaches to [...]
Middle Way School Book Fair + Open House
OPEN HOUSE (10 am–12 pm): Would you like to know more about Middle Way School—an independent, Buddhist-inspired elementary school?Come explore our forested campus, experience the [...]
Paint Your Own Pottery
$20 INCLUDES (1) PIECE FROM SHELF A, AND REGISTRATION TO ATTEND (1) PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY SESSION FOR UP TO 2 HOURS. (Glazes and firing included!) [...]
Saturday Arts Lab: Grades 3-5
8 sessions on Saturdays September 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 10 am – 11am Grades 3-5 Students can explore various [...]
FREE. Community Reiki Clinic
Free Reiki Community walk-in Clinic—don't even try to pay us!!! We will be at the Old Dutch Church in the Sanctuary with four Reiki Masters [...]
Pumpkin Palooza
Don't miss Seed Song's LAST Pumpkin Palooza Pumpkin Palooza of the season! Join us ~Saturday October 26 10-5 and Sunday October 27 11-4~ for fall fun [...]
Pumpkin Palooza
Don't miss Seed Song's LAST Pumpkin Palooza Pumpkin Palooza of the season! Join us ~Saturday October 26 10-5 and Sunday October 27 11-4~ for fall fun [...]
Rondout National Historic District Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Rondout National Historic District. Hear how immigrants and entrepreneurs developed a thriving maritime village along the terminus for [...]
STILL STANDING
The 2024 exhibit, STILL STANDING, showcases 12 structures preserved by past and present members of the Friends of Historic Kingston. We invite you to come [...]
UlsterCorps’ 14th Annual Zombie Escape
Kick off your Halloween at UlsterCorps’ 14th Annual Zombie Escape, Saturday October 26th, 2024 (Sunday October 27th rain date), at Fifth Lake Hudson Valley (formerly [...]
Historic Reher’s Bakery Tours
Saturday and Sunday Tours at 11:30 through December 1st Weekends through December, step back to 1959 and tour an immigrant Jewish bakery that served rye, [...]
Annual Teaching Artists Show
Gallery open on Saturdays and Sundays 12-5pm This annual exhibit features artists from our growing roster of yearround teachers at the DRAW and Neighborhood Print [...]
Drawing FUNdamentals
Grades 5-8 Join our drawing class for aspiring young artists and explore the FUNdamentals of drawing! The class will cover traditional drawing techniques and materials [...]
PONCKHOCKIE MARKET
Welcome to PonckHockie Market, the heart of our community, where every month brings a new celebration of local flavors and cultures. Created by Community Action [...]
The HoloShop - a place to find extraordinary holographic gifts!
The HoloShop at the HoloCenter is a unique place to find those special gifts! Check out our shop to find holographic jewelry, small holograms and [...]
Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market
The Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market brings a curated selection of the Hudson Valley’s finest producers – farms, distilleries, breweries, wineries, restaurants, artists, artisans, and [...]
2 SOLO EXIBITS: Carl Cox & Edward Berkise
This October The Lace Mill Arts presents 2 solo exhibitions from 2 contemporary Hudson Valley artists - photo artist Carl Cox, and abstract painter Edward [...]
Saturday Special: Mummy Mason Jar Craft
Come stop by Senate House State Historic Site on Saturday October 26th from 1pm-3pm to participate in a FREE special Mummy Jar craft! Kids can [...]
Town of Esopus Trunk or Treat
Save the date for our annual Town of Esopus Trunk or Treat hosted by the Parks & Rec Committee. Trunks are needed! Please help to [...]
Apple Fest
Enjoy an autumn afternoon of live dance and music, pumpkin painting, raffles, and more. Food, drink, beer and cider will be available for purchase at [...]
Free - Scrapbook Saturdays
Scrapbook Saturdays at CORNELL CREATIVE ARTS CENTER beginning 9/28 from 2PM-4PM! Gather with friends and join us here at CCAC to work on your scrapbook [...]
MyKingstonKids Halloween Fest and Parade
Prepare for an out-of-this-world adventure at the MyKingstonKids Halloween Fest with a Space Theme! Blast off into a galaxy of spooky fun where children can [...]
Halloween Skate
Dress in your best costume for our costume contest and try your luck at our 50/50 raffles! We will also be having a bake sale.$10 [...]
David Amram: The First 80 Years
David Amram has led a fascinating life as a composer of symphonic works, film and theater music, a jazz French Horn pioneer, and Kerouac collaborator. [...]
Kingston Waterfront Night Market & Trick-or-Treating
Join us for a spooky good time on the waterfront! Businesses will be staying open late offering treats for the whole family (pups encouraged!) Stop [...]
Stories of Lore from Around the World
The Reher Center Presents: Stories of Lore From Around the World! Join us in the Reher Center Gallery (through our Spring St entrance) on Saturday, [...]
Lara Hope & The Ark Tones + The Sci Flies @ Tubby's
Party time with Lara and Surf Rockers Sci Flies This is a 21+ event Presented by Tubby's. Tickets You can get a refund if: It’s within 24 [...]
THE BIG SHOE – the Halloween show
Our favorite SPOOKY HOLIDAY with our FAVORITE SPOOKY Band, the BIG SHOE! Costume contests, drink specials and late night DJs INSIDE!
Halloween Dance Party at Ole Savannah
The biggest Halloween Party in the Hudson Valley. Dj Eddie P & Ole Savannah. $2000.00 Grand Prize. $1000.00 2nd prize. You know how it goes [...]
27
Oct
Collagraph Reconfigured (NPS)
Explore the possibilities of collagraph, a cardboard or plastic plate matrix that offers the opportunity to create rich linear or textural prints. Various approaches to [...]
Pumpkin Palooza
Don't miss Seed Song's LAST Pumpkin Palooza Pumpkin Palooza of the season! Join us ~Saturday October 26 10-5 and Sunday October 27 11-4~ for fall fun [...]
Pumpkin Palooza
Don't miss Seed Song's LAST Pumpkin Palooza Pumpkin Palooza of the season! Join us ~Saturday October 26 10-5 and Sunday October 27 11-4~ for fall fun [...]
Annual Teaching Artists Show
Gallery open on Saturdays and Sundays 12-5pm This annual exhibit features artists from our growing roster of yearround teachers at the DRAW and Neighborhood Print [...]
The HoloShop - a place to find extraordinary holographic gifts!
The HoloShop at the HoloCenter is a unique place to find those special gifts! Check out our shop to find holographic jewelry, small holograms and [...]
Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market
The Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market brings a curated selection of the Hudson Valley’s finest producers – farms, distilleries, breweries, wineries, restaurants, artists, artisans, and [...]
2 SOLO EXIBITS: Carl Cox & Edward Berkise
This October The Lace Mill Arts presents 2 solo exhibitions from 2 contemporary Hudson Valley artists - photo artist Carl Cox, and abstract painter Edward [...]
Bark-tober Fest at Keegan Ales
Join us for Bark-tober Fest at Keegan Ales on Sunday, October 27th, from 2pm to 5pm to celebrate Bear's birthday! Includes a pet costume contest [...]
Drink and Draw with Maxaroonie at the Night Swim
Drink and Draw Event at Nightswim with Maxaroonie Join us every Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM at Nightswim for a unique and fun-filled [...]
Next Level Linocut (NPS)
One day workshop Sunday, October 27th 2 – 6 pm Ages 14 and Up Unlock the art of Linocut printing with instructor Lora Shelley! Our [...]
Colony Woodstock's Honky Tonk last Sunday presents Marley Hale w/ Hudson Valley Flyers
It's a hootenanny at this month's Colony Honky Tonk Last Sunday! The Hudson Valley Flyers share the stage with Marley Hale. With a beguiling voice [...]