Two Events Happening In New York In August You Won't Want to Miss

The summer has flown by, and now it is August. Hopefully, we can count on a few cool days; July was brutal. One thing we can count on is all the fun we can have that will be happening in the next few weeks.

Events that Will Help Close Out the Summer in the Hudson Valley

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Summer concerts, County fairs, and other special events will help us say goodbye to Summer 2025 in a great way while looking forward to the Fall. The Dutchess County Fair gets underway on August 19th, 2025.

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I put together a quick list of a few things you should add to your end-of-year calendar. Hopefully, you can find a way to enjoy them all.

First Ever Field of Tools at the Blackthorne Resort in the Catskills

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August 8th through August 10th, 2025 - Field of Tools at the Blackthorne Resort in East Durham, New York, sounds like fun for anyone who likes to build or work with tools. This is the first-ever weekend devoted to celebrating tools that help make the things we love.

See curated displays of rare vintage tools and machinery, new tools, and innovative products from industry leaders. It also involves a Swap-Meet, where you might just be able to find that one tool or piece of machinery you’ve been looking for. Check out the weekend's full list of activities here.

Locust Grove Brewing Company Music Fest in Milton, New York

Saturday, August 30th, 2025 - Don't miss the first-ever Locust Grove Music Fest from 2 PM to 6 PM. It is free, family-friendly, and you can enjoy 6 fantastic bands. Come hungry and enjoy delicious food from a variety of food trucks. The bar will be open with craft cider, beer, and wine, along with non-alcoholic choices. Be sure to bring a lawn chair or a blanket.

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Golf Courses in The Hudson Valley with Great Golf, Food and Drink

Golf Season 2025 is underway and it's not just the fairways getting ready. Many of our Hudson Valley golf courses offer great golf and great food. Many of them have party and catering options too. Even though they can be seasonal breakfast, lunch, or dinner at one of our local golf courses can mean a delicious meal with a guaranteed view.

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