Beacon Events
SAVAGE CIRCUS: Vaudeville of the Absurd
Step into Savage Circus, where contortionists, strongmen, jugglers, and comedians surround you.
An immersive, all-inclusive night where circus, comedy, and live music collide.
Five ten-minute veteran-authored comedies seamlessly woven into the circus experience.
Eat, Drink, & Be Amazed
Featuring chef-driven carnival classics and themed cocktails by The Grape Rebellion.
Every Saturday in March—Don’t miss out!
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Story Hour With Robin Adler at BAU Gallery
Join artist Robin Adler as she moderates a storytelling event fashioned after The Moth Radio Hour.
The Week At Savage Wonder
From live music and improv to a circus like no other, see Savage Wonder’s calendar for what’s on this week.
Nerd Nite Hudson Valley | March 2026
Nerd Nite Hudson Valley includes three unforgettable presentations you’ll want to take home with you and share immediately…
The Drama Club At The Roosevelt Bar
Andramada is back with a one woman show of stand up, drag roulette, games, and more.
Savage Circus | Vaudeville Of The Absurd Night 3
A working circus environment where the performance is already in motion and unfolds as one continuous live event.
Dreams Of Delphi | Dennings Point Distillery
An evening with Dreams of Delphi, an emerging local, jam-funk-indie trio.
The Butterfly Lounge Drag Show at Happy Valley Arcade Bar
Come see the Hudson Valley’s newest drag show at Happy Valley Arcade Bar, hosted by Beacon’s own Mirella. Beats by Xeon.
Glow Lab | Painting With Bioluminescence
For Adults and kids 5+. This art meets science clas is perfect for anyone who loves science, art, and nature.
Paint A Katazome Print At Distortion Society
Join curator and artist, Erina Pearl for a Katazome Print Painting Workshop in conjunction with Distortion Society’s current exhibition, Spaces Between Color.
Artist Talk: Bob Barry And Susan Ziegler
Bob Barry and Susan Ziegler will discuss their new exhibitions, The Past Future and Funny Weather, respectively.
Artist Talk: Robin Adler
Artist Robin Adler discusses her new show In The Future When We Can See The Past, and its celebration of stories as stepping stones that help us clarify who we are and where we need to go.
Women In Business Busting Barriers 2026
Join Lena Rizkallah of Conte Wealth Advisors for the fifth year of Busting Barriers in the Hudson Valley! An evening celebrating stories, struggles, and success of fierce and fabulous women.
Leyla Moushabeck In Conversation With Jesse Mechanic
Leyla Moushabeck, author of The Immigrant Cookbook and co-owner of Interlink Publishing is in conversation with Jesse Mechanic about his new book, Don’t Be A F*#king Marshmallow: An Illustrated Guide To Revolution. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Free event.
The Vibeke Saugestad Band | The Split Squad
The Vibeke Saugestad Band and The Split Squad co-headline The Yard.
Banned Book Reading At BAU Gallery
A BAU Gallery and Stanza Books collaboration. Join Robin Adler as she moderates a community reading from banned books.
Savage Circus | Vaudeville Of The Absurd Night 4
A working circus environment where the performance is already in motion and unfolds as one continuous live event.
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour
High energy music from Bryce Edwards who leads his trio with the extraordinary jazzmen Mike Davis (Mike Davis and the New Wonders) on cornet, and Grammy winner, Conal Fowkes (High Society New Orleans Jazz Band) on piano.
Hysteria | Hudson Valley Bechdel Test March 2026
Where history comes to life as comedy.
Sex Work It's Just A Job Screening & Talkback
Join Shane Killoran of Hit House Creative and Andrea Talarico of Stanza Books who will co-moderate a talkback with filmmaker Tami Kashia Gold and former sex worker Molly Simmons, following the screening.
Sex Work It's Just A Job Screening & Talkback | 2
Join Shane Killoran of Hit House Creative and Andrea Talarico of Stanza Books who will co-moderate a talkback with filmmaker Tami Kashia Gold and former sex worker Molly Simmons…
Silica Scrapbook Led by Sam Crohn
Scrapbook and collage night at Silica Studio. With 20 folks max, make collages, scrapbooking, and manifest goals. Supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies or anything you’d like to donate to the group. Led by artist and tattooist Sam Crohn. Some snacks and beverages will be provided and feel free to BYOB. 4/20 friendly with smoking outside. Event is sliding scale. Pay what you can afford.
Eliza Edens | The Comeback Tour
Eliza Edens is a Brooklyn-based songwriter who studies love, grief, and geologic time through guitar-based music.
The Big Funk: A Casual Play | Night One
Savage Wonder presents The Big Funk, a sharp, darkly comic portrait of dreamers trying to find their footing at the end of the millennium.
Van Hayride at Lucky Dog
Van Hayride turns Van Halen into country live at Lucky Dog. Plus surprise guest opener.
Woman (ish) | April 2026
Woman(ish), a generation-spanning improv team of women, femmes, and thems, explore every nook and cranny of biological and chosen families with “All in the Family.”
Sixth Annual Knit For Food Knit-A-Thon
TIME TBD. Mark your calendars for the Knit For Food Knit-A-Thon at Beetle And Fred and help raise money for Feeding America, World Central Kitchen, Team No Kid Hungry, and Meals On Wheels.
The Big Funk: A Casual Play | Night Two
Savage Wonder presents The Big Funk, a sharp, darkly comic portrait of dreamers trying to find their footing at the end of the millennium.
Home Bakers Meetup | April 2026
Bakers of all experience levels from professionals to beginners, are welcome to bring their creations, swap samples with fellow local grain and flour enthusiasts, share stories and tips…
Tarot Curds Class At Beacon Cheese Shop
Let the Tarot be your guide on a path to self-discovery while you build your own box of delicious cheese to nourish you on the journey.
Beacon's Earth Day Celebration And Clean Up
Join Beacon’s annual Earth Day celebration across the city.
Cirque Du Creep | Medievil Ren Faire
Ladies, Lords, Sorcerers, Fae, and Creeps. Join Cirque Du Creep for its first market of 2026.
The Big Funk: A Casual Play | Night Three
Savage Wonder presents The Big Funk, a sharp, darkly comic portrait of dreamers trying to find their footing at the end of the millennium.
Daddy Long Legs In Concert
This stage musical of Daddy Long Legs is based on the 1912 novel of the same name by Jean Webster.
Daddy Long Legs In Concert | matinée
This stage musical of Daddy Long Legs is based on the 1912 novel of the same name by Jean Webster.
The Costellos Play Draught Industries
Surf’s up! Original maverick pop and surf music to wet your whistle.
The Beacon Players Present Jekyll & Hyde The Musical
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in the musical phenomenon, Jekyll & Hyde…
Liz Cooper At The Yard
Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and visual artist, Liz Cooper comes to The Yard with her blend of psychedelic and indie rock.
Beacon LitFest 70s Dance Party 2026
For those who had a blast at Beacon LitFest’s 2025's 90s Dance Party, there’s more excitement coming this spring.
The Big Funk: A Casual Play | Night Four
Savage Wonder presents The Big Funk, a sharp, darkly comic portrait of dreamers trying to find their footing at the end of the millennium.
Build Your Own Charcuterie Board
Join Beacon Cheese Shop for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to craft a beautiful, delicious charcuterie board from start to finish.
The Beacon Players Present Jekyll & Hyde The Musical | 2
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in the musical phenomenon, Jekyll & Hyde…
Twice Told Presents Family Secrets 2026
Community members read anonymous stories of family secrets.
The Beacon Players Present Jekyll & Hyde The Musical | 3
The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in the musical phenomenon, Jekyll & Hyde…
The Parker Quartet And Fleur Barron
Internationally recognized for their “fearless, yet probingly beautiful” (The Strad) performances, the GRAMMY® Award-winning Parker Quartet has distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation…
BHS Third Annual Movie Night | Nobody's Fool
Join the Beacon Historical Society for its Third Annual Movie Night Fundraiser on Tuesday, May 12th, featuring Nobody’s Fool…
Howland Cultural Center 47th Anniversary Gala
The Howland Cultural Center is honoring Hudson Beacon Glass, supporter of the Arts & Preservation, at its 47th Anniversary Gala.
2026 Beacon Art Book Fair
Save the date for the second Annual Beacon Art Book Fair coming this spring. Vendor applications are now open. See link…
Glenn Jones At The Yard
Glenn Jones is a master of American Primitive Guitar, a style invented in the late 1950s by John Fahey.
Eat Drink Beacon 2026
The fifth annual Eat Drink Beacon food crawl also returns on Saturday, June 6th. Foodies will have the opportunity to wend their way along Main Street sampling small bites and sips from some of Beacon’s small businesses including eateries and shops. Eat Drink Beacon is a rain or shine event. Tickets in the link below.
Beacon LitFest 2026
Now is the time to grab your EARLY BIRD The Beacon Litfest festival pass.
2026 Great Newburgh to Beacon Hudson River Swim
Save the date for the Annual Great Newburgh to Beacon Hudson River Swim to raise funds for the upkeep of Beacon’s loved River Pool.
Cosmokaze Play Quinn's | March 2026
Join Cosmokaze for their Quinn’s Third Thursday residency.
River of Grass | Beacon Film Society
A Q&A with film director Sasha Wortzel will follow the screening.
From Hudson Valley Roots To Tallship Captain
Join Captain Sarah Armour, captain of Mystic Seaport Museum’s schooner BRILLIANT, for a talk on building a career in tall ships, sail training, and traditional sail.
Beacon Photo Club Meetup | March
The Beacon Photo Club welcomes photographers of all mediums and skill levels. There will be more information on the upcoming Beacon Art Book Fair and copies of its recently published book.
Murder She Wrote | A Crime-Writing Workshop 2026
A reprise of Beacon LitFest’s popular true-crime writing intensive with expert instructor Cynthia Weiner of The Writers Studio, NYC and author of A Gorgeous Excitement.
Broadway In Beacon | March 17th 2026
Beacon’s monthly musical theater open mic—Broadway in Beacon—returns in March on Saint Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17th.
Jazz Monday At Quinn's Restaurant | March 16
Head over to Quinn’s for its weekly Jazz Monday.
Julie's Girls Club Queer Brownie Party
Join Julie’s Girls Club for unlimited brownies included in the $10 cash-only cover and make some friends with things in common.
Wine Tasting 101 At Artisan Wine Shop
Wine 101: Back to Basics with Tim Buzinski. Join Artisan Wine for the first class in its 2026 class series, taught by Artisan Wine Shop co-founder and co-owner Tim Buzinski.
The Beacon Oscars Watch Party | 2026
Join The Beacon Movie Theater for its third annual Oscars party. Red carpet, snacks, Oscar predictions, and prizes…
An Irish Medley In The Irish Tradition
Local musicians carrying on the tradition with a proverbial ceilidh—inviting the audience to join in playing music, singing, and dancing.
This Week At Savage Wonder Arts Center
Explore everything that’s on at Savage Wonder Arts Center this week.
Your Bizarre Day Comedy Show | March 2026
Duke Comedy Theater is hosting a special fundraising version of Your Bizarre Day comedy show
ARTICHOKE Storytelling Series | March 2026
CANCELLED. Join host Drew Prochaska and special guests for the March ARTICHOKE Storytelling Series, a night of live storytelling and comedy.
Leah Valentine At Lucky Dog
Join Leah Valentine at Lucky Dog listening room. $20 suggested donation. See link below for more details.
Black Coffee Blues Band | March 2026
Join Dimitri Archip’s Black Coffee Blues Band for their Second Saturday residency at Dennings Point Distillery.
Three New Shows At BAU Gallery | March 2026
Join BAU Gallery for the opening reception of three new shows.
Savage Circus | Vaudeville Of The Absurd Night 2
A working circus environment where the performance is already in motion and unfolds as one continuous live event.
Clutter Gallery Presents [IN] Action Figures
Bootlegs, customs, and action figure culture.
In 60 Seconds Opening Reception
Super Secret Projects reveals its latest exhibition called In 60 Seconds, an exhibition bringing together a wide range of instant Polaroid photographs submitted by artists and community members.
Patricia Ekpo On Senga Nengudi
To mark the closing of Senga Nengudi’s stunning installations, there’s an illustrated lecture by scholar Patricia Ekpo.
Fine Art Tea Party
Join the Howland Cultural Center and Bannerman Castle Trust to see their current exhibition, Bannerman Island & the Mighty Hudson River, and tea party with tea, coffee, and baked goods and live music from pianist Thom McCoy & Friends.
Beacon's 2026 St Patrick's Day Parade of Green
Get ready for Beacon’s annual Parade of Green. More details to come.
Pop Saves The World
Hosted by Mirella, featuring Bambi & Romeo Lips. Drag race starts at 8 PM. Shows start at 10 PM.
Keepin' It Real With Bridget O'Neill | March 2026
Keepin’ It Real: Bold, True, & A Little Risqué. A storytelling show with Bridget O’Neill. March show’s theme is, Luck in honor of St Patrick's Day.
Aggregate Strength | Erica Hauser
An artist' reception at Industrial Arts Brewing. Aggregate Strength by Erica Hauser is up through April at Industrial Arts.
Open Mic Comedy Night At Two Way Brewing
Open mic comedy night takes place every Wednesday at Two Way Brewing Company.
Go With The Flow | Intro To Watercolors
Learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting in a joyful, welcoming studio…
Jazz Monday At Quinn's Restaurant | March 9
Join Alejandro Flórez’s Quartet at Quinn’s for its weekly Jazz Monday.
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