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Rev. Vince Live at Lyonshare
The legend Vince Anderson is performing at Lyonshare this Thursday, August 7th.
Savage Wonder Improv Jam August 8th
Join Savage Wonder and Don Romaniello for a fresh, joyful, and radically welcoming new improv experience in the Hudson Valley.
Something I Forgot To Tell You Opening Reception
Something I Forgot To Tell You, oil on wood paintings by Khara Gilvey.
GRIT Opening Reception at BAU Gallery
For its August exhibition, BAU Gallery will devote its entire three-gallery space to GRIT, an open-call exhibition of works selected by independent curator, Jess Wilcox.
The Actor’s Nightmare + Six Vet Authored 10 Minute Comedies
The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang plus 10 minute comedies by Art Walsh, Ron Capps, Terry Glaser, Arianna Rose, Rich Rubin, and Robin Ellen Brooks.
Christian Finnegan | A Lot of Heart
After five albums and three comedy specials, Christian Finnegan has a new hour of standup and he's here to answer all of your burning questions
Improv-A-Go-Go
Improv-a-go-go is a variety show with a twist. Featuring local artists and improv comedy inspired by them. New theme. New acts. Every show. Tickets below.
Just Killing Time | Before Time Kills Me
Written and performed by the creator of Always…Patsy Cline, Ted Swindley. Produced and directed by Gerald vanHeerden.
Oyster Night at The Yard 2025
Join Beacon’s Backyard Kitchen for their Ella’s Bella’s Oyster Night fundraiser in support of their hot breakfast program in Beacon. Tickets in link below.
Woman (ish) Presents | Equal Might
A night of improv featuring women, femmes, and thems. August is the anniversary month of…
Collage Club | Golden Hour
Join the Witch Hazel studio for two hours of creative connection and reflection on summer through collage, led by artist Laura Delarato.
Westchester Jazz Alliance Quartet
Westchester Jazz Alliance Quartet is a premiere jazz quartet that includes Charley Krachy, sax, Dave Frank, piano, Joe Solomon, bass, and T-kash Inuoe, drums.
Door Daze Festival
Door Daze Festival comes to Beacon as part of its four day festival across the Hudson Valley.
Clearwater's Folk Picnic
Clearwater’s second annual Folk Picnic in the Theater at University Settlement Camp Park features live music and an opportunity for the community to come together.
Bannerman Island Farm to Table Dinner
The Bannerman Castle Trust (BCT) and Chef Noah Sheetz (founder of the Chefs Consortium) return to Bannerman Island for the highly anticipated annual Farm to Table Dinner.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Presents Julius Caesar
The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival present a new production of William Shakespeare’s JULIUS CAESAR. Directed by Raz Golden.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Presents Julius Caesar Night 2
The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival present a new production of William Shakespeare’s JULIUS CAESAR. Directed by Raz Golden.
First Annual Frank-N-Off Pageant
Hit House Creative presents the First Annual Frank-N-Off Pageant.
Nerd Nite Hudson Valley September Show
Nerd Nite welcomes Jermaine Archer of Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA), a program made famous in the Academy Award-nominated film Sing Sing…
Bannerman Castle Trust's Third Sunday Music Series
Singer, Song writer, Guitarist Jim Rezac plays his original and unique blend of insightful, funny, and thought-provoking tunes on historic Bannerman’s Island.
Dracula: The Journal of Jonathan Harker
Experience Dracula: The Journal of Jonathan Harker Live on Bannerman Island.
Nourish Our Neighbors Shindig
Silent auction and dance party to benefit Beacon’s food justice organization, Fareground.
Theatre On The Road's Dracula
Theatre on the Road’s annual Dracula production returns to the Howland Cultural Center.
Theatre on the Road Presents Dracula
From the iconic Bram Stoker novel, this script, written for the original Broadway production (1927), and revised in 1979 starring Frank Langella, has…
Theatre on the Road Presents Dracula (Matinée)
From the iconic Bram Stoker novel, this script, written for the original Broadway production (1927), and revised in 1979 starring Frank Langella, has…
Theatre on the Road Presents Dracula (Evening)
From the iconic Bram Stoker novel, this script, written for the original Broadway production (1927), and revised in 1979 starring Frank Langella, has…
Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival
Be Curious. Be Creative. Be in Beacon, NY for the 2025 Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival.
Rich Johnson's Ignite A Noise
Back by popular demand - Savage Wonder Presents, Rich Johnson’s Ignite a Noise.
Hive Mind Improv Jam
This comedy jam is open to anyone who has always wanted to try improv, get more reps, or watch a live comedy show happen on the spot. $5 at the door.
Savage Wonder Music Jam August 6th
An open format music jam built for community, connection, and radical music flow. FREE
The Actor's Nightmare | 10 Minute Plays
Savage Wonder presents “unhinged readings” of The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang and six veteran-authored 10 minute comedies.
Hudson Valley Flyers
Classic Honky Tonk and Western Swing. Country dance lessons precede all shows by 30 minutes. Tickets below.
The Aviator and The Showman | Author Event
Stanza Books presents an author event with Laurie Gwen Shapiro, author of The Aviator and The Showman: Amelia Earhart, George Putnam, and the Marriage that Made an American Icon.
A Midsommar Scream by Cirque du Creep
Join Cirque du Creep Hudson Valley for a killer night of 50+ artists and vendors, food trucks and spirits, live music, sideshow acts, flash tatoos, and more. Tickets below.
Industrial Arts Brewing 9th Anniversary Party
Join Industrial Arts Brewing for an all-day anniversary celebrationi with music, brewery tours, food and activities for all ages.
Collage Club | The Last Slow Days
A two‑hour collage workshop led by Laura Delarato (mix media artist) that invites participants to come, rip up magazines, and make something.
Stanza Books Children's Book Fest
Free children’s book festival from Stanza Books, taking place at the Howland Cultural Center.
Improv Jam at Savage Wonder
Join Savage Wonder and host Don Romaniello for a fresh, joyful, and radically welcoming new improv experience in the Hudson Valley.
West Point Band in the Park
Join the West Point Band’s Benny Havens Band for an evening of music, dancing, and scenic Hudson River views. Free and open to the public, this family-friendly concert will have you dancing to your favorite hits from yesterday and today.
Lit Lit Open Mic for Writers | August
Hosted by author Donna Minkowitz, Lit Lit takes place the first Friday of each month at the Howland Cultural Center. Sign up to read starts at 6:30 PM.
Bizzz Book + Podcast Club
Exploring entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. This month: Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara. Free registration required.
Save the Ferry Community Gathering
Join the community to rally for the beloved Newburgh-Beacon ferry, which is at risk of being permanently shut down. Come out, speak up, and help protect a vital part of the community. Local leaders will be there to listen.
Beacon's Camp Nitgedaiget | A Vanished Utopia
Just two miles south of Beacon, in Dutchess Junction, Jewish progressives and Communist sympathizers gathered each summer at Camp Nitgedaiget (pronounced Nish-guh-die-get.)
The Lattimore Studio Exhibition Opening Reception
The Howland Cultural Center presents its new exhibition focused on the Lattimore Studio. Starts July 26th and runs until September 7th.
Pressed Flower Art Workshop
Join Witch Hazel’s Jill Hilbrenner for this Pressed Flower Art Workshop and take home your own creation. All supplies provided. Tickets in link below.
Collage Your Dream World
A unique workshop for artists and dreamers, led by artist Negin Sharifzadeh and consciousness researcher, Patty Waring-MacRae. Full details and tickets below.
Sonic Valley Monthly Live Music Series
Sonic Valley presents More Horse and Zohar & Adam. Doors open 8:30 PM and show starts at 9:00 PM. $10 cover, 18+. Advance tickets in link below.
First Annual Burns Supper
Celebrate Frank Bannerman’s Scottish heritage, and see the newly restored “Selkirk Grace” in the Residence Dining Room.
Samantha Crain | Kalyn Fay
This summer, The Yard presents Samantha Crain, with support by Kalyn Fay.
Upstate Art Weekend | Day 5
Upstate Art Weekend is a connective annual event celebrating the cultural vibrancy of Upstate New York. The sixth edition of UAW will include festivities spread throughout the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
Petty Larceny
Petty Larceny (Patricia Santos and Brian Broelmann), bring their unique mixture of classic Americana, Roots, Rhythm, and Blues to Savage Wonder.
Scene Study Theater Class
Scene Study is a new, focused training experience under the direction of Savage Wonder founding artistic director Christopher Paul Meyer.
Upstate Art Weekend | Day 4
Upstate Art Weekend is a connective annual event celebrating the cultural vibrancy of Upstate New York. The sixth edition of UAW will include festivities spread throughout the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
Dick Griffin Quartet at Saint Rita's Music Room
For this show Dick Griffin will perform Sun Ra Ascending, an electrifying tribute to the cosmic jazz icon.
Alan Ayckbourn's Bedroom Farce
A Savage Wonder “unhinged” performance reading of this Ayckbourn classic.
Upstate Art Weekend | Day 3
Upstate Art Weekend is a connective annual event celebrating the cultural vibrancy of Upstate New York. The sixth edition of UAW will include festivities spread throughout the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
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