UPCOMING EVENTS
Holiday Gift Show & Sale
Celebrate the Holiday season while supporting Hudson Valley Artists and Makers at the Howland Cultural Center’s Holiday Gift Show and Sale.
Meet & Greet with Santa
Bring the kids and pets to meet Santa and snap a festive photo while you shop.
A Christmas Eve Eve Party
Celebrate the festive season with Two Way Brewing one last hoorah before the New Year.
2025 New Year's Eve Party
Join Hudson Valley Brewery and DJ No Rules to welcome in 2025.
New Year's Eve Party
2024 NYE Party at The Vinyl Room with DJ Tekwun and DJ React. 80s/90s themed cocktails and food menu. Champagne toast at midnight. Reservations recommended.
The Artichoke
Join a hilarious line-up of storytellers and comedians for The Artichoke’s first show of 2025.
Realism on the Hudson
The American Artists’ Professional League (AAPL) presents its Third Annual Realism Show, starting on March 1st with an opening reception at the historic Howland Cultural Center. The show features 100 juried entries from across the U.S., with each work measuring no larger than 20 x 20 inches. Genres include landscape, still life, portrait, figurative, and floral.
Opening reception takes place from 1:00PM to 3:00PM on Saturday, March 1.
Beacon's St Patrick's Day Parade of Green
Save the date for Beacon’s St Patrick’s Day 10th Anniversary Parade of Green. More details to follow
Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Celebrate the Holidays with Hudson Valley Cirque Du Creep’s alternative Night Market. Shop from an array of local artists and businesses including dark artists, oddities, tarot readers, tatoo artists, witchy wares, food + sweet treats, live music, and more.
The Dave Merrill Christmas Spectacular Sing Along
Get ready to deck the halls and raise your glasses because Dave Merrill is bringing the holiday cheer in full force. Join Dennings Point Distillery for a boozy, merry, and oh-so jolly Christmas sing along that’s guaranteed to warm your spirits. This event is for everyone who loves great tunes, good company, and festive fun. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Lila Blue at The Yard
Join Songsmith host Julia Zivic as she delves into the craft of Lila Blue’s beautiful songwriting with performances by Lila Blue throughout.
Collage Meetup
Celebrate the joy of collage and community with the Collage Meetup (meets monthly).
Cosmokaze + Friends
Winter Jam with Cosmokaze + Friends at Industrial Arts Brewing Co. $10 admission.
Two Things Are True Opening Reception
Confronting childhood trauma is a complicated journey, and filmmaker Sarah Hanssen has invited her art community to help her heal.
Super Secret Projects presents "Studio Work"
Join Super Secret Projects for its 2nd Annual Studio Work Show opening reception, featuring one-of-a-kind pieces, experiments, and fresh series from participating artists’ studio.
Monochrome (Opening Reception)
Monochrome, a two-person show of ceramics and photography featuring BAU artist, Joel Brown, and invited guest artist, Onaje Benjamin.
See BAU Gallery for full details.
Vicennial Anniversary at BAU Gallery
Opening reception for the BAU Gallery Vicennial group exhibition (runs December 14 2024 to January 8th 2025).
Beacon Unicorn Fund Launch & Benefit Event
Save the Date. Music and Silent Auction. More details to follow.
How the (David) Lynch Stole Christmas
An immersive, theatrical walk through imagining what could possibly happen if David Lynch, the director of Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, The Elephant Man, and Wild at Heart had his way with Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol?
Iconic Images from Daniel Aubry's Photographic Archive
Join Daniel Aubry for a festive glass of mulled wine, nibbles, and a preview of images from his photographic archive on Friday, December 13th and Saturday, December 14th between 5:00PM and 8.00PM
Mid Hudson Animal Aid's Open House
Join Mid Hudson Animal Aid for its annual Holiday Open House. Come to visit and say hi, or to adopt. There’ll be refreshments, sales of hoodies, and more. Donations are welcome. Find out more about fostering or volunteering.
Mighty Girl & The Judith Tulloch Band Holiday Concert
Mighty Girl and The Judith Tulloch Band will be sharing the stage in this Holiday extravaganza.
Renewal of the Light
Join Beacon’s Medium, Psychic and Channeler, Shannon Brandt and Silica Studio for a special Winter Solstice Celebration full of renewal and healing.
Pet Photos with Santa
Join the Animal Rescue Foundation, Beacon, for this fun Holiday fundraiser.
FOIA Love: A Night of Comedy & Bluegrass About Strange Public Records
Hosted by comedian Curtis Raye, and featuring an award-winning bluegrass band, this is a comedy show where all the humor is inspired by real public records, such as letters of complaint to the government or FCC.
Hive Mind Improv Jam
This comedy jam is open to anyone who always wanted to try improv, get more reps, or watch a live comedy show happen on the spot.
Hop + Shop
Beacon businesses will be rolling out the red carpet for locals getting ready for the Holiday with specials, exclusive discounts, and more.
The Noble Crossroads: Buddhist Teachings & Modern Psychotherapy
An exploration of where the Buddhist Dhamma and Internal Family Systems merge, led by psychotherapist Dan Doniger. Free event. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/dhamma-IFS
7th Annual Beacon Christmas Tree Lighting
Join the community for Beacon’s 2024 7th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Memorial Park.
Small Business Saturday In Store Scavenger Hunt (select stores)
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with some of Beacon’s favorite shops with an in-store Scavenger Hunt.
Friendsgiving Potluck
Make new friends, exchange gratitude, and enjoy the warmth of community in a space that feels like home.
Thanks, It's Giving Eve Party
Join DJ Dalex at Happy Valley Beacon on the eve before Thanksgiving for a full on dance party. Musical genres are “Heavy on Disco House/Dance Pop with a dash of Soul remixes.”
Ears With Eyes Presents: A Mandatory Meeting
A live show concept featuring a cubicle with two burnt-out corporate office workers in the midst of a day-long conference call — who occasionally dissociate into song.
KuBe Art Center presents: Artist Salon
Music, art, and conversation with singer/songwriter Leah Valentine and artist/painter Sherry Kerlin. Enjoy a beautiful performance, take in the amazing art, join the conversation, and stay for the dance party. Tickets $20. See link below to purchase.
Lessons from the Love Lab: The Science of Successful Relationships
Advice from relationship coach Peter McFadden, based on research and training from the world's leading marriage researcher, Dr. John Gottman.
Broadway in Beacon: An Evening of Togetherness
Join the Broadway in Beacon team for a special night of Broadway hits, talented performers, and good vibes at their Musical Theatre Open Mic in Beacon.
The Artichoke Storytelling Series
The final show of 2024! Join The Artichoke for an evening of hilarious storytelling at the Howland Cultural Center.
Cat Art Show Opening Reception
The popular Cat Art Show is returning to Beacon’s Howland Public Library for the third time.
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