Dallas from FunScout with this weekends happenings roughly 10 miles from Kingston. 🎶🍷🎭⛵

Of course there is a lot more happening around the area which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!

📍 Fri, Sep 11

**Nataly Aukar — Assembly**
An energetic stand-up set mixing intimate storytelling, sharp one-liners, and playful crowd work for an evening of smart, relatable comedy.

**Artist Talk: EVIDENCE & MasterZ at Work — Kaatsbaan Cultural Park**
Choreographers Courtney 'Balenciaga' Washington, Ronald K. Brown, and Arcell Cabuag discuss their influences, creative practices, and dance lineages with moderator Souleymane Badolo; a reception with light refreshments follows.

**HOUR + Thor and Friends — Tubby's**
An intimate night of experimental, minimalist-leaning instrumental music led by Thor Harris and HOUR, with supporting sets from Itasca, Katie Jones, and Taylor‑Rae Yarrow — expect marimba, vibraphone, flute, clarinet, and exploratory, textural performances.

**Veela Peculiar & PONII's RAW: A Drag & Dance Party — Unicorn Bar**
Unfiltered queer drag from Veela Peculiar and special guest Showponii, pop-up performances, and DJ Xeon-led dance sets under a glittering disco ball; cocktails and mocktails available.

**Luke Barnhart & The Atomics — Keegan Ales**
A young, award-winning rockabilly vocalist and his band deliver spirited 1950s–60s classics with tight upright-bass grooves and lively, danceable arrangements.

**Nerd Nite: Back to School! — Unicorn Bar**
Enjoy three short illustrated talks on varied nerdy topics, accompanied by music, prizes, and casual refreshments in a friendly bar atmosphere.

**First Sail — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
A relaxed two-hour introductory sail aboard the historic catboat Tidbit led by US Sailing certified instructors — no experience required, experienced sailors welcome.

**Guided Museum Tour — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
A knowledgeable docent leads an in-depth walk through the museum’s maritime collection, highlighting artifacts and backstories; tickets include general admission (Adults $15, Seniors $12; children's pricing available).

**Levanta — Rail Trail Cafe**
A quartet performs original and classic tunes on ancient, unexpected instruments, offering a warm, acoustic outdoor listening experience.

**Live Music with Nu Bossa — Rough Draft Bar & Books**
Stephen Johnson and Nu Bossa play lively Brazilian-fusion sets—bossa nova and samba-tinged grooves—with free admission and a suggested $10 donation in a cozy bar setting.

**Pitchfork Militia, September 11, 8 PM, Green Kill Sessions — Green Kill**
Peter Head, Karl Krause, and Joseph P. Morgan serve 'Apocabilly'—a fast, funny fusion of country, blues, rock and punk; intimate 30-person live set with a free livestream and $10 cash at the door.

**Bluestone Quarry Dinner Show! — Pearl Moon**
A relaxed dinner with live music, full dinner service, and an up-close, friendly vibe ideal for music lovers.

**Mid-Day Book Club: Persuasion — Kingston Library**
Discuss Jane Austen's Persuasion with a friendly midday group, meeting in person or via Zoom for guided, relaxed conversation.


📍 Sat, Sep 12

**Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival — Dutchess County Fairgrounds**
Celebrating its 25th year, this two-day festival features tastings from 300+ New York wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries, chef and mixologist demos, live music, artisan shopping, and a wide selection of gourmet foods.

**Courtney “Balenciaga” Washington and MasterZ at Work — Kaatsbaan Cultural Park**
Two dance works from choreographer Courtney 'Balenciaga' Washington and her MasterZ collective fuse house, vogue, hip-hop and street movement into tight, kinetic formations that explore queerness, transition, and community.

**SADONNA: The World Drowned Tour — Kaatsbaan Cultural Park**
Miguel Gutierrez and the Slutinos transform Madonna's hits into slow, bluesy arrangements framed by contemporary choreography, revealing raw vulnerability and resilience.

**Hammered Hulls + Spain + New Vision + Low Fiction — Tubby's**
Seasoned players, including Alec MacKaye (vocals), Mark Cisneros (guitar), Brendan Canty (bass), and Chris Wilson (drums), deliver raw, vulnerable post-punk and alt-rock; No Momentum and Low Fiction open.

**Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE — Kaatsbaan Cultural Park**
Two evocative works—Where the Light Shines Through and Torch—feature virtuosic, community-centered choreography that fuses traditional African forms with contemporary expression.

**The Beatle Project — Assembly**
An upbeat, nostalgic tribute featuring faithful live performances of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour-era songs, vintage visuals, and crowd-friendly singalongs.

**BODY ELECTRIC: A Body Paint Dance Party! — Unicorn Bar**
Live body painting meets a high-energy DJ spinning bass house, tech house, and electro. Expect playful, consent-first social painting, bold club rhythms, and a sex-positive, safety-focused vibe.

**25th Annual Hudson Valley Wine Food Festival — Wiltwyck Spirits Company**
Taste dozens of local wines, sample artisan food pairings, browse food-focused market stalls, and enjoy live music and casual festival vibes.

**HRMM Golf Tournament — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
A casual, all-skill-level golf tournament benefiting the museum’s climate-resilience fund, with friendly competition, on-course camaraderie, and post-round socializing.

**First Sail  — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
US Sailing–certified instructors lead a hands-on, two-hour introduction aboard the historic catboat Tidbit, teaching basic sail handling and boat skills for beginners and experienced sailors alike.

**Spellbinder Trio aboard Hudson River Cruises - Solaris — Hudson River Cruises**
An intimate evening cruise with a three-piece ensemble offering relaxed songs, brief historical commentary, and peaceful sightseeing; advance reservations recommended.

**9 Feet Down - Classic Rock Dinner Show! — Pearl Moon**
Grab inexpensive $10 tickets for a laid-back restaurant night of classic rock covers, hearty dinner, and spirited singalongs.

**First Sail  — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
Spend two hours aboard the historic catboat Tidbit with US Sailing–certified instructors, learning basic sailing skills and boat handling in a relaxed, hands-on setting; beginners and experienced sailors welcome.

**Guided Museum Tour — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
A knowledgeable docent leads an in-depth walk through the museum’s maritime collection, highlighting artifacts and backstories; tickets include general admission (Adults $15, Seniors $12; children's pricing available).

**Rosh Hashanah Celebration & Dance Party! — Unicorn Bar**
Start the new year with short prayers and shofar sounds, complimentary apples and honey, a featured wine special, and a lively dance set by DJ Shir mixing global underground soul in a warm, community-focused atmosphere.

**Furniture Restoration & Repair  — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
An instructor-led, hands-on workshop covering materials, cleaning methods, common damage patterns, and practical repair skills — bring a piece to diagnose and work on.

**John Vanderlyn — Senate House State Historic Site**
Discover Kingston-born neoclassical painter John Vanderlyn's life and legacy on a free, guided one-hour walking tour that visits family homes and artistic landmarks; the route is about one mile on uneven terrain, so wear comfortable shoes and reserve your spot.

**Craig's Soundscapes — Rail Trail Cafe**
A relaxed solo set of improvised ambient and acoustic pieces, offering warm, textural soundscapes with subtle rhythms and surprising moments in a cozy café setting.

**Graphic Novel Book Club — Kingston Library**
Discuss Emil Ferris's vividly illustrated diary-style mystery set in late-'60s Chicago, mixing B-movie horror, political history, and a child sleuth's investigation.


📍 Sun, Sep 13

**Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival — Dutchess County Fairgrounds**
Celebrating its 25th year, this two-day festival features tastings from 300+ New York wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries, chef and mixologist demos, live music, artisan shopping, and a wide selection of gourmet foods.

**25th Annual Hudson Valley Wine Food Festival — Wiltwyck Spirits Company**
Taste dozens of local wines, sample artisan food pairings, browse food-focused market stalls, and enjoy live music and casual festival vibes.

**SUNDAY BRUNCH SHOW w/ BERNSTEIN BARD TRIO — Pearl Moon**
A laid-back Sunday brunch with live acoustic jazz from the Bernstein Bard Trio, plus shareable plates, brunch cocktails, and a relaxed atmosphere.

**Brunch and Learn with Reher Center and HRMM — Reher Center**
Explore the Reher Center’s bakery history with a guided tour and pastry from Rosie's General, then stroll to the Hudson River Maritime Museum for another tour and a Half Moon Bakery treat; tickets include access to both museums and baked goods, and registration is required.

**Aaron Jaquez — Rail Trail Cafe**
An international singer-songwriter blends global influences with shamanic-infused melodies for an electrifying, soul-balancing live set full of high-frequency energy.

**Guided Museum Tour — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
A knowledgeable docent leads an in-depth walk through the museum’s maritime collection, highlighting artifacts and backstories; tickets include general admission (Adults $15, Seniors $12; children's pricing available).

**Sunday 5K with Keegan Army — Keegan Ales**
Every Sunday a welcoming crowd gathers for a relaxed 5K—walk, jog, or run at your own pace, then linger for conversation as the group raises funds for local causes.

**Irish Music Sessions — Keegan Ales**
Open traditional Irish music every second Sunday, 2–5pm — bring an instrument to sit in. Kitchen stays open until 6pm; free show.

**Furniture Restoration & Repair  — Hudson River Maritime Museum**
This full-day, hands-on class covers materials, common damage, cleaning methods, and troubleshooting; bring a small piece to practice repair techniques with instructor guidance.

**TimbreTree — Rail Trail Cafe**
Sasha Bogdanowitsch delivers an intimate solo set blending folk, world and ambient influences—lyre, kamelengoni harp, handpan, mountain dulcimer, flutes, banjo and electronics create meditative, textural songs.

**Gus Mancini Trio, September 13, 8 PM Green Kill Sessions — Green Kill**
Totally improvised sonic-soul from Gus Mancini (sax, synth) with guitar and drums — textured, spontaneous grooves performed for a small live audience and livestream.

**Football Fun Day — The Cornell Restaurant + Bar**
An easygoing, football-themed afternoon with big-screen game viewing, light competitions, and bar snacks, ideal for casual fans and groups.

**Kids' Story Hour With Jason Vance — Rough Draft Bar & Books**
Jason Vance leads a lively, music-filled half-hour of interactive stories and sing-alongs for children of all ages; grab a snack or drink before settling in.

**Figure Drawing & Painting Session with a Live Model — The Lace Mill**
Artists meet every Sunday evening for long, extended poses with a live model to practice figure drawing and painting; $25 per session — call or text 347-387-6874 for details.

**Monthly Board Game Nights — World's End Comic**
Relaxed gatherings on the last Sunday of each month (5–7pm) where players pick from the shop's game library or bring their own—suggested $5; a free mid-month meetup runs at Kingston Standard on the second Sunday.

**Commander Sundays — World's End Comic**
A free, community-led Magic: The Gathering Commander afternoon featuring casual multiplayer games, deck-testing, and friendly players—Sundays 1–4 pm.

Find your Fun in Kingston this weekend (9/11-9/13)