As we move through the final days of January and step into early February, Westchester and the Hudson Valley are buzzing with winter energy—despite the deep freeze sweeping the region. With very cold temperatures and wind chills dipping as low as –10 to –15 degrees at times, according to the National Weather Service advisory for the area, it’s the perfect week to explore a mix of cozy indoor happenings and invigorating seasonal outings.
From community gatherings and local arts to winter‑friendly activities, there are plenty of opportunities to stay connected, entertained, and inspired throughout the region. Whether you’re looking to bundle up and enjoy crisp, sunny days or prefer warm‑and‑welcoming indoor events, this week offers something for everyone.
Ready to plan your week? Let’s dive into what’s happening across Westchester and the Hudson Valley!
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Westchester County Events
World Championship Sumo — Westchester County Center, White Plains
The Westchester Mall Walk (Jan 30) — The Westchester, White Plains
Winter Bird Watching — Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers
Dancing With the Stars Live! (Feb 10–11) — Westchester County Center, White Plains
Westchester Comedy Club (multiple dates) — Tre Angelina, White Plains / Rye Grill & Bar
Teatown Hudson River EagleFest (Feb 7) — Croton Point Park, Croton‑on‑Hudson
- Winter Bird Watching (Jan 31) — Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers
Putnam County Events
Valentine’s Love & Laughter Comedy Show (Feb 13) — Putnam County Golf Course, Mahopac
Sew Many Stitchers Quilt Club (Feb 5 & ongoing) — Putnam County Museum
Dutchess County Events
Marist Red Foxes Men’s Basketball vs. Rider (Feb 5) — McCann Recreation Center, Poughkeepsie
Family Table: Kids & Parent Cooking (multiple Feb dates) — Dutchess County (various locations)
Mid‑Hudson Love INC Cookie Walk (Feb 7) — Dutchess County (regional event)
Dutchess Children’s Dental Health Event (Feb 21) — Dutchess County (Colgate Van Mobile Event)
Brunch: Midnight Choir (Jan 31) — Daryl’s House, Pawling
Brunch: Eugene Tyler Band (Feb 1) — Daryl’s House, Pawling
Michael Nau & Magic Tuber Stringband (Feb 1) — Assembly, Kingston
Jamie Lissow Comedy Show (Feb 3) — LAUGH IT UP! Hyatt Place, Poughkeepsie
Deraps (Live Music) (Feb 4) — Daryl’s House, Pawling
Wild Pink (Feb 5) — Tubby’s, Kingston
Rockland County Events
Perfect Arrangement (Theatre Production) — Elmwood Playhouse, Nyack
Knickerbocker Ice Festival (Jan 31–Feb 1) — Rockland Lake State Park, Valley Cottage
“Bending the Arc” Art Exhibition — Perry Lawson Fine Art, Nyack
Misery (Stage Play, Feb 6–22) — Antrim Playhouse, Tappan
Songs from the Soul with Amy Azzara (Feb 8) — 90 North Broadway, Nyack
Classic Thrillers Weekend (Dirty Harry & The Departed, Feb 6–8) — Lafayette Theater, Suffern
Fortunes & French Toast Galentine’s Brunch (Feb 8) — Hudson’s Mill, Garnerville
Orange County Events
Commotion: Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute (Feb 6) — Paramount Theatre, Middletown
Contact Improvisation (Feb 1) — WildHeart Center for Performance & Embodiment, Wallkill
Big Shrimp & Dreams of Delphi (Feb 28) — Industrial Arts Brewing Company, Beacon (Beacon borders Dutchess/Orange region)
DJ Night (Jan 30) — Aspire Brewing, Orange County
Winter Afternoon Tea (Saturdays) — The Thayer Hotel, West Point
Hudson Valley–Wide Events
Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party (Feb 4) — Palace Theatre, Albany
Catskill First Friday (Feb 6) — Catskill
River of Dreams: Billy Joel Tribute (Feb 6) — Silk Factory, Newburgh
Teatown Hudson River EagleFest (Feb 7) — Croton‑on‑Hudson
My Bloody Valentine Author Signing (Feb 7) — This Chapter Bookshop, Port Jervis
Harlem Globetrotters 100‑Year Tour (Feb 8) — Albany
Galentine’s Day @ Gray Willow (Feb 13) — Hudson Valley (Gray Willow)
Hot Chocolate Fest 2026 (Feb 15) — The Ashokan Center, Catskills
Sojourner Truth Life Walk (Feb 21) — Kingston
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