Hudson Valley Holiday Guide 2017
With the first snow just around the corner, holiday spirit is truly in the air. With celebrations occurring all throughout the Hudson Valley, there are plenty of reasons to start feeling festive.
This past weekend, Rhinebeck’s Sinterklaas Festival commenced the first of the gatherings. With a tremendous annual turnout, the traditional celebration commemorates Dutch settlers who arrived in Rhinebeck nearly 300 years ago. The ceremony is put on by the Hudson Valley Community Productions and is a non-denominational, all inclusive event, that re-creates “the story through the lens of modern-day America.”
Matt Stickle, owner of Stickle Variety Store in the heart of Rhinebeck, says, “We look forward to it every year. It’s a pretty magical, all-day celebration. The kids, adults — all ages enjoy it. We are glad to have it in our town!”
Over the next few weeks, there are wide variety of shows, performances, and events open to the public within the Hudson Valley.
DECEMBER 9: Jessica Lynn’s Country Christmas Spectacular
Jessica Lynn, country singer and songwriter, will be performing at The Paramount in Peekskill at 8 p.m. The Westchester native will put on a Christmas show suited for people of all ages and will be hosted by Mr. Morning and Suzy from Kicks 105.5.
Tickets are $25 per person. Please bring along a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots.
1008 Brown St., Peekskill, NY 914.739.0039; paramounthudsonvalley.com/events/jessica-lynns-country-christmas-spectacular/
DECEMBER 16: Handel’s ‘Messiah’ at The Bardavon
For the 4th consecutive year, the Bardavon will host The Hudson Valley Philharmonic for a rendition of Handel’s ‘Messiah.’ The performance will feature Cappella Festiva and guest Conductor Christine Howlett. The event will begin at 2 p.m. Before the performance, a one hour talk is available to the audience with guest conductor Christine Howlett.
The snow date for this event is December 17, 2017 at 3 p.m.
Tickets are $20 per person.
Bardavon, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 845.473.2072; http://www.bardavon.org/show/hvp-handels-messiah/
DECEMBER 17: The Costellos Christmas Show
Lynn and Bob Costello are local performers that know how to put on a show. Their unique, eclectic style makes this a show you don’t want to miss. Rebecca Finlay at Towne Crier Café says, “The event normally has a really great turnout as it is our annual show. The Costellos are local and so are the other two acts. It’s a celebration of the community coming together.” The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome and food and beverages will be served throughout the night.
$15 advance, $20 at the door.
Towne Crier Café, 379 Main St., Beacon, NY 845.855.1300; http://townecc.tunestub.com/event.cfm?id=268625&cart
DECEMBER 28: Children’s Holiday Tea at Mount Gulian
Beacon’s Mount Gulian will be hosting a Victorian tea party for children. One of their most popular events, this tradition is the perfect way to end the holiday season. With festive decorations, crafts, and a wide assortment of teas, sandwiches, and desserts, this is the perfect outing for children before heading into the New Year. The event will take place from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Tickets are priced at $22 for adults and $17 for children.
Please RSVP to Mount Gulian Historic Site by December 15, 2017 for prepaid tickets.
Mount Gulian Historic Site, 145 Sterling St., Beacon, NY 845.831.8172;
For more information about these events and other happenings in the Hudson Valley, check out HV Magazine’s Holiday Happenings: www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/December-2017/37-Holiday-Happenings/Holiday-Happenings/
