As winter settles across the Hudson Valley, the region comes alive with a vibrant mix of family adventures, cultural celebrations, live performances, outdoor fun, and community gatherings. Whether you’re exploring with kids, planning a relaxing outing, or looking to connect with neighbors and local culture, this week offers something for everyone.
From hands‑on nature workshops and storytimes in Westchester to Black History Month celebrations in Putnam and Dutchess Counties, and from film festivals and arts events in Rockland to live music, trivia nights, and community programs throughout Orange County, the Hudson Valley is buzzing with activities that brighten even the chilliest February days.
Whether you’re seeking family-friendly outings, senior events, nightlife, or creative workshops, this week’s lineup promises plenty of opportunities to learn, laugh, and experience the best of our region.
Ready to explore what’s happening near you? Let’s dive into the full list of events!
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Westchester County Events
Westchester Comedy Club (multiple dates) — Tre Angelina, White Plains / Rye Grill & Bar
Kathy Griffin “New Face, New Tour” – Tarrytown Music Hall – Feb 28
February School’s Out Workshop: The Power of Ice – Rye Nature Center, Rye – Feb 20
Build Make Create: Winter Wonderland – New Rochelle – Feb 20
Little Sprouts Storytime (Babies & Toddlers) – Bedford Hills Free Library – Feb 20
Mommy & Me: Animals & Nature – Westmoreland Sanctuary, Mount Kisco – Feb 20
Curtain Call Winter 2026 Dramatic Arts Classes – Stamford (near Westchester) – Feb 21–24
Putnam County Events
Putnam Arts Council “Just for the Record” Exhibit” – Mahopac – Feb 14–22, 2026
5th Annual Putnam County Black History Celebration – Arts on the Lake, 640 NY‑52, Carmel Hamlet – Feb 21
“Just for the Record” Exhibition – Putnam Arts Council, Mahopac – Feb 14–22, 2026 (senior‑friendly cultural event)
Owl Prowl – Tilly Foster Farm – Feb 20
5th Annual Black History Celebration – Arts on the Lake, Kent – Feb 21
Eagle Watch at Boscobel House & Gardens – Garrison – Feb 22
Garrison Art Center: Artist Talks & Exhibits (Stephanie Garmey, Michael Prettyman) – Garrison – Feb 22
Dutchess County Events
Family Table: Kids & Parent Cooking (multiple Feb dates) — Dutchess County (various locations)
Dutchess Children’s Dental Health Event (Feb 21) — Dutchess County (Colgate Van Mobile Event)
Wellness Wednesday: Toddler & Me Yoga – Mid‑Hudson Discovery Museum – Feb 11 (not in range)
Family Table – Kids & Parent Duo Cooking Class – Poughkeepsie – Feb 20
Dutchess Children’s Dental Health Van Event – Feb 21
Flavors of Motion – Adult Cooking Class – Feb 21
Elements of Baking – Adult Baking Class – Feb 21
Women United Empowerment Luncheon – The Grandview, Poughkeepsie – Feb 26
Black History Month Virtual Program: “1776–1876: African Americans & Equality” – Online by Dutchess County – Feb 26 at 7 PM
Rockland County Events
“Bending the Arc” Art Exhibition — Perry Lawson Fine Art, Nyack
Misery (Stage Play, Feb 6–22) — Antrim Playhouse, Tappan
Bear Mountain Ice Rink (Open Skate) – Bear Mountain – Feb 20–26
2026 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour – Lafayette Theater, Suffern – Feb 20–21
Misery (Play) – Antrim Playhouse, Tappan – Feb 20–22
Solidifying Our Legacy: Community Poetry Reading – Rockland Center for the Arts, West Nyack – Feb 21
- GARNER Arts Center Exhibition (GINKO! & more) – Garnerville – Feb 22
Orange County Events
Big Shrimp & Dreams of Delphi (Feb 28) — Industrial Arts Brewing Company, Beacon (Beacon borders Dutchess/Orange region)
Winter Afternoon Tea (Saturdays) — The Thayer Hotel, West Point
Live Music @ Aspire Brewing – Various times – Feb 21–28 (Includes Feb 21–26)
Trivia at Apex Brewery – New Windsor – Feb 22
Office for the Aging: Caregiver Program – VA Benefits Special Presentation – Feb 26
Pocketbook Bingo (Fundraiser) – Feb 20 (county-wide listing)
Live Acoustic Guitar w/ Mark Henderson – Pamela’s on the Hudson, Newburgh – Feb 20
The Storm King School Open House – Cornwall – Feb 21
Hudson Valley–Wide Events
Sojourner Truth Life Walk (Feb 21) — Kingston
- Live Music @ Aspire Brewing – Runs Feb 21–28 (includes the 26th)
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