Summer is in full swing, and this weekend brings one of the Hudson Valley’s most anticipated community celebrations. Here are the festivals, concerts, scenic walks, local destinations, and restaurants worth circling this week.
Whether you are looking for live music, scenic hikes, small-town festivals, a waterfront day trip, or your next favorite local restaurant, we have rounded up a few Hudson Valley experiences that feel especially worth making time for.
This week’s guide includes the Rosendale Street Festival, Allah-Las at Assembly, two classic Hudson River walks, a musical tribute to Jack DeJohnette, and a Catskills pizza stop worth the drive.
Explore the Hudson Valley
Two classic riverfront walks that combine scenery, history, and an easy summer escape.
Esopus Meadows Preserve
Ulster Park
Follow wooded trails through this peaceful riverside preserve and take in views of the Hudson River and the historic Esopus Meadows Lighthouse. With picnic areas, birdwatching opportunities, and trails for different ability levels, it is an easy destination for a relaxed summer outing.
Why we recommend it: It offers the feeling of a scenic Hudson Valley escape without requiring an all-day hike. Pack a picnic and give yourself time to enjoy the river views.
Saugerties Lighthouse Trail
Saugerties
Take a scenic one-mile walk across the tidal flats of the Hudson River to one of the region’s most iconic landmarks. The trail leads to the historic 1869 Saugerties Lighthouse, offering beautiful river views, birdwatching, and a peaceful escape just minutes from the village.
Why we recommend it: Equal parts history, nature, and waterfront beauty, it is one of those classic Hudson Valley experiences that never gets old—and the views are worth every step.
This Weekend
Our favorite things happening Friday through Sunday.
Rosendale Street Festival
Main Street · Rosendale
Rosendale’s Main Street transforms into a village-wide celebration featuring live music, local artists, vendors, food, craft beverages, kids’ activities, community organizations, and plenty of surprises. More than 100 performances across eight stages make this one of the Hudson Valley’s biggest and most beloved volunteer-run summer festivals.
Why we recommend it: Few events capture the creativity, community spirit, and wonderfully independent personality of the Hudson Valley quite like the Rosendale Street Festival.
Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19 · Free admission · Festival information
Kingston Farmers Market
Uptown Kingston
Spend Saturday morning browsing fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, specialty foods, beverages, and handmade products from regional farms and local vendors.
July is one of the best times to visit a Hudson Valley farmers market, and Uptown Kingston offers plenty of places to continue exploring after you shop.
Saturday · Market information
Allah-Las
Assembly · Kingston
Los Angeles favorites Allah-Las bring their signature blend of psychedelic rock, surf-inspired grooves, and vintage California sound to Assembly for a summer night of laid-back indie rock.
Their dreamy sound makes for the perfect summer concert, and Assembly is quickly becoming one of the Hudson Valley’s premier music venues.
Friday, July 17 · 8 p.m. · Tickets and information
Hudson River Maritime Museum
Kingston
Tour historic vessels, explore waterfront exhibits, or reserve a ride aboard Solaris, the museum’s solar-powered tour boat.
Pair your visit with lunch, shopping, or a stroll along Kingston’s Rondout Waterfront for one of the Hudson Valley’s best summer day trips.
Open daily · Visitor information
Plan Ahead
Worth putting on your calendar now.
New York’s Hidden Discoveries
Senate House State Historic Site · Kingston
Author Debra Bruno explores New York’s history of slavery through her own family’s past and her work with Eleanor Mire, a descendant of the people Bruno’s ancestors enslaved.
Why we recommend it: This free program brings overlooked regional history into the present through research, personal discovery, and shared storytelling.
Friday, July 24 · 6:30 p.m. · Free
Celebrating Jack DeJohnette: Sound Travels
UPAC · Kingston
An extraordinary gathering of artists comes together to celebrate the life, music, and far-reaching influence of legendary drummer, pianist, composer, and bandleader Jack DeJohnette. Presented by Lydia DeJohnette, Pat Metheny, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Danny Melnick, the evening brings together longtime collaborators, friends, and admirers for a one-of-a-kind musical tribute.
Why we recommend it: This is more than a concert—it is a major Hudson Valley musical moment honoring one of the most influential artists to call our region home. The event also benefits Family of Woodstock and The Table at Woodstock.
Sunday, August 9 · 5 p.m. · Tickets and information
On Our Radar
Curated each week by the Radio Woodstock team. We will be back next Thursday with more places to explore, concerts to catch, restaurants to try, and hidden gems from across the Hudson Valley.
—The Radio Woodstock Team