Hudson Valley Scoop | July 4th Weekend Edition

Here's five of the best events this weekend in the Hudson Valley

Storm King Art Center - First Friday Free Admission | Friday, July 4, 2025 | 10:00am-8:00pm. All visitors receive free admission to Storm King on the first Friday of July (normally $25+ for admission). Spend the day viewing art and nature at Storm King's 500-acre outdoor sculpture park. They have extended summer hours with special programming. A free shuttle is available from Newburgh. No advance tickets required. | Storm King Art Center, New Windsor | stormking.org

Todd Rundgren "Still Me (Still We)" Tour | Saturday-Sunday, July 5-6, 2025 | 8:00pm both nights. His 2025 tour comes to the Bearsville Theater. The band features Gil Assayas on keys, Bruce McDaniel on guitar, Prairie Prince on drums, Bobby Strickland on horns, and Kasim Sulton on bass. | Bearsville Theater, Woodstock | bearsvilletheater.com

Glori Wilder & The Moonflowers with Dylan Dunlap | Saturday, July 5, 2025 | 8:00pm-11:00pm. Rising 22-year-old vocalist Glori Wilder brings her soulful sound to the Hudson Valley. She draws inspiration from Norah Jones, Lauryn Hill, Fiona Apple, and Mac Miller, she's joined by Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist Dylan Dunlap. Get ready for a evening of contemporary soul and indie folk music. | Park Theater, Hudson | parktheaterhudson.com

Cold Spring Farmers Market at Boscobel | Saturday, July 5, 2025 | 9:00am-1:00pm. One of the Hudson Valley's most scenic farmers markets, set on the historic grounds of Boscobel House & Gardens overlooking the Hudson River. This market operates year-round and features over 30 local vendors. Free admission and parking. | Boscobel House & Gardens, 1601 NY-9D, Garrison | coldspringfarmersmarket.org

2025 Independence Day Fireworks Display | Friday, July 4, 2025 | 9:00pm. KID FRIENDLY | The City of Newburgh's annual Independence Day fireworks spectacular takes place at the People's Waterfront Park (1 Washington Street) with stunning Hudson River views. Arrive early as the park will be closed from 11:00am for setup. Note road closures: Broadway (Grand Street to Colden Street) from 9:00am-11:00pm, and Colden Street (Washington Street to Water Street) from 7:00pm-10:30pm. Southbound Water Street traffic diverted to Powell Avenue 8:30pm-10:30pm. Free admission. | People's Waterfront Park, 1 Washington Street, Newburgh newburgh-ny.com

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