Orange County, N.Y. - You don’t need a big travel budget to maximize a full day of fun and exploration in Orange County, New York. From charming downtowns and handmade treats to family attractions and mountain trails, these three one-day itineraries pack plenty into a day of wonder while keeping the total around $100, all an hour from New York City.
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From Hallockville to the Old Mill Inn: The Naugles Family’s Prohibition Story Comes to Life
Sep 23, 2026
Hallockville Museum Farm explores a North Fork bootlegging operation that connected a Riverhead farm to Mattituck’s Old Mill Inn
Riverhead, NY – During Prohibition, the North Fork was connected to a thriving underground alcohol trade—and the story can be traced directly to the history of Hallockville Museum Farm and The Old Mill Inn in Mattituck.
“Madness, Murder, Untimely Deaths, and Strange Coincidences” with Gloria May
Saratoga Springs, NY - On Sunday, October 18 at 4:30 PM, join Gloria May for “Madness, Murder, Untimely Deaths, and Strange Coincidences,” a rare opportunity to explore Greenridge Cemetery at dusk. Navigate the tombs and monuments of Greenridge Cemetery while unearthing tales of Saratoga’s most notable residents who have resided at Greenridge since 1844. Come discover the final resting place of many individuals who made Saratoga Springs their home while getting in the spooky spirit of the season!…
Two Fall Events Make Long Lake the Perfect Base Camp for a Columbus Day Weekend in the Adirondacks
Sep 23, 2026
Harvest Craft Fair and Octo-BEAR-Fest anchor a fall weekend of foliage, outdoor adventure, Adirondack attractions and scenic drives
Long Lake, NY — Make Long Lake your headquarters for Columbus Day Weekend and experience fall in the heart of the Adirondacks, with two Saturday events. On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the Long Lake Harvest Craft Fair, hosted by the Town of Long Lake, and Octo-BEAR-Fest, hosted at Hoss’s Country Corner, combine to create a full day of shopping, food, music and Adirondack community spirit.
Fall Fest at Three Brothers
Sep 23, 2026
Geneva, NY – Three Brothers Wineries and Estates is excited to announce that its third annual Fall Fest will be a two-day event! Join us on Saturday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, September 27, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a celebration of the season.
Acclaimed French Conceptual Artist Laurent Grasso’s Work on View in Historic Artist Homes
Sep 23, 2026
The Joint Exhibition Will Accompany Laurent Grasso: Metaphysical Maze at MASS MoCA, the Largest Solo Exhibition to Date in the United States Devoted to the Artist
Catskill and Hudson, NY – September 23, 2026 – The Olana Partnership, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, and the Thomas Cole National Historic Site announced today a joint exhibition of work by acclaimed French conceptual artist Laurent Grasso in the historic artist homes of Frederic Church and Thomas Cole. Metaphysical Maze: Laurent Grasso at Frederic Church's Olana and the Thomas Cole Site will open on November 22, 2026, and run through March 28, 2027. This exhibition is a capstone celebration of Frederic Church 200, a year celebrating the bicentennial of Church’s birth.
The Lakeside Fall Festival Will Bring Pumpkin Patch, Haunted House, Carnival Games, Corn Maze, and More To Prospect Park This October
New York, N.Y. - Today, Prospect Park’s beloved skating destination The LeFrak Center at Lakeside is getting into the Halloween spirit, transforming into The Lakeside Fall Festival, set to launch October 8 and run into November 1.
Fort Ticonderoga Brings the American Revolution to Life This Fall with REAL TIME REVOLUTION®
Sep 23, 2026
Immersive experiences invite families to step into the story of 1776 during the 250th anniversary of the fight for American independence
Ticonderoga, N.Y. (September 23, 2026) — This fall, history comes alive at Fort Ticonderoga as families experience the American Revolution where it happened and in the season when it unfolded.
Cast announced for world premiere of Debbie Goodstein’s The Blue Violinist Over West End Avenue
Sep 23, 2026
Directed by Jonathan Silverstein, at Theatre Row in NYC
New York, NY – The Prism Stage Company and Cate Cammarata announce the full cast for the world premiere of The Blue Violinist Over West End Avenue, written by Debbie Goodstein and directed by Jonathan Silverstein, running Off-Broadway October 28 - December 5, 2026 in a limited six-week engagement at Theatre Row (Theatre Five), located at 410 West 42 Street in New York City. Opening night is November 1.
Getting to Caramoor from NYC: Caramoor is an approximately one-hour ride on Metro-North from Grand Central to Katonah, NY.
Katonah, NY – Caramoor, a vibrant cultural destination nestled on 81 acres of historic gardens and woodlands in Katonah, NY, continues its intimate 2026-2027 Rosen House Concert Series with two October performances plus a very special installment of Conversations at Caramoor in November. Celebrated British countertenor Iestyn Davies and harpist Oliver Wass perform on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 3:00pm and renowned pianist Jonathan Biss performs on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3:00pm, as part of the Rosen House Concert Series.