Melissa Dempsey

From small, festive strolls for your little ones, to all-out haunted processions with prizes for creative costumes, you won’t want to miss these spooky spectacles.

Whether you’re heading into the mountains for a hike, going into town for pumpkins and cider doughnuts, or just looking for a relaxing outing with gorgeous autumn views, take the scenic route with these four fall drives.

From chocolaty porters, to spiced Oktoberfests, to barrel-aged brews, break out your flannels and head to one of these local breweries to find your new favorite fall beer.

When it comes to locally crafted hard cider, the farm-to-bottle movement is alive and well. Hard cider has been a Hudson Valley commodity for years, often made in small batches or at family farms.

It’s fall — that means school’s back in session, the days are getting shorter, and there’s less time for a faraway vacation. But, you don’t actually have to go very far to enjoy a getaway this season.

The following Mid-Hudson-based markets offer farm-fresh goods, handcrafted items, and entertainment into the cooler months.

Whether 2016 was a stellar year for you, or if you’ve been ready to say farewell for months now, one thing’s for sure: There are plenty of reasons to look forward to 2017.

Whether you're looking for a quick family getaway, or daily activities that encourage your kids to put down the electronics, add these fun happenings to your end-of-year itinerary.

There are two ways to buy gifts for gamers: load them up with games, or think outside the X-box.

This guide features something for nearly every dad, from the outdoorsman to the music fan, the coffee connoisseur to the beer enthusiast, and they’re all here in the Hudson Valley.