Hey, parents! If you're anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for fun and affordable ways to keep the kids busy (and maybe even sneak in a little fun for yourself, too). Whether you're planning to hit a local festival, catch a seasonal event, or just want to know what’s happening in Dutchess County for families this weekend, we’ve got you covered!
This Dutchess County weekend events guide is packed with things to do with kids—from storytimes and craft events to live shows, pop-ups, and more. And while we do our best to keep everything updated, it’s always a good idea to check the event websites or give a quick call before heading out. Sometimes times or details change last minute, especially with little ones involved!
☔ Heads up: the weather forecast is calling for rain showers again on Friday & Saturday, so if you're looking to keep the fun going indoors, make sure to check out our Indoor Play Spaces in Dutchess County article for rainy day inspiration and check directly with events for rain dates and cancellations before heading out.
Ready to make the most of your weekend? Scroll down and find the perfect family outing—because there’s nothing better than memory-making in the Hudson Valley. 💛
Visit the Southern Dutchess and Poughkeepsie area Macaroni KID calendars for more info, links, etc. for each event!
Friday, May 16
9-10 Shake, Rattle and Crawl Ages 0 to 18 months, Lagrangeville
9:30-10 Babies, Books & Bubbles, Hopewell Junction
10-10:30 Friday Storytime, Beacon
10-10:30 Musical Storytime, Beacon
10-12 Meet n' Play, Hopewell Junction
10:30-11 Terrific Two's, Hopewell Junction
11-11:30 Storytime with Mrs. A, Wappingers Falls
1-3 Family STEAM Day, Pleasant Valley
Be Green Consignment Sale, Lagrangeville
4-6 Board Game Night, Pine Plains
4:30-6 Mid Hudson Youth Writers Workshop, Pine Plains
5 Maifest 2025, Poughkeepsie
5-7 John Jay Film Fest, Hopewell Junction
6 Friday Fireworks: Disco Night!, Wappingers Falls
7-9 Friday Night Party Skate, Poughkeepsie
7:30 Nerd Nite Hudson Valley #6! Aliens, Activism and Agriculture, Beacon
8 BIG FISH THE MUSICAL, Wappingers Falls
Saturday, May 10
9-4 Drop In Kids Crafts, Hyde Park
9-3 Children's Area Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt, Hopewell Junction
10 East Fishkill Farmers Market, Hopewell Junction
10-3 Enchanted Gardens Fairies, Gnomes, & More, Poughkeepsie
10-2 The Daniel Koakes Memorial Fishing Derby, Hyde Park
10-4 Tea Time with Llamas & Alpalcas, Hyde Park
10-4 Festival of the Arts, Wappingers Falls
11-12 Mommy & Me Tot Tennis, Hopewell Junction
11-1 Open Barn, Wappingers Falls
12-4 Wappinger150 Community Day, Wappingers Falls
1:30-3 Mommy and Me Cooking Class, Fishkill
2 BIG FISH THE MUSICAL, Wappingers Falls
Be Green Consignment Sale, Lagrangeville
2-4 Public Skating, Poughkeepsie
4 Jace Avina Bobblehead Giveaway, Wappingers Falls
4-6 After Hours Kids Dance Party, Fishkill
5:30-7:30 Awesome Championship Wrestling - Battle of the Belts, Poughkeepsie
8 BIG FISH THE MUSICAL, Wappingers Falls
Sunday, May 4
9-2 Eastdale Farmers Market, Poughkeepsie
10 Beacon Farmers Market, Beacon
10-3 Enchanted Gardens Fairies, Gnomes, & More, Poughkeepsie
11-1 Open Barn, Wappingers Falls
12-4 Homesteading Festival, Poughquag
2 BIG FISH THE MUSICAL, Wappingers Falls
2-4 Public Skating, Poughkeepsie
5:30-7:30 Family Free Night - Mid Hudson Discovery Museum, Poughkeepsie
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