Celtic Festival at Hunter Mountain August 20 & 21, 2011
Join us for a fun-filled weekend. Scribner Hollow Lodge is within walking distance to all of the festivals this summer at Hunter Mountain. Don’t miss out on one of Hunter’s most popular events, The Celtic Festival, which is featuring fantastic entertainment from the Emerald Isles, plus world-class Irish-American bands and dancers. This event features dozens of authentic Irish vendors, traditional foods, and plenty of beverages.
Sunday features a Bagpipe Competition, followed by the spectacular Mass March as hundreds of pipers and drummers march down the mountain in unison. After the Mass March, the entire procession will play as one at the base of the mountain - it's a spine-tingling sight that is not to be missed!
The Hunter Mountain Brats & Brews August 13 & 14, 2011
This Festival always brings smiles to the faces of German-Americans and everyone else who attends. The good-time music is sure to get you up on your feet... or at the very least tapping your feet. Traditional German-American foods, Schuhplattler Dancers, plenty of vendors, plus fun activities for the kids.
The 1st Annual Bluestock Festival August 26th-28th.
From the promoters that have brought the smashingly successful Mountain Jam to Hunter Mountain comes the 1st annual Bluestock Festival. With a world-class lineup featuring Blues legend Buddy Guy as the headliner, this is a must-see event!
Warrior Dash August 13th and 14th 2011 at Windham Mountain.
Warrior Dash is a mud-crawling, fire-leaping, extreme run from hell. This fierce running series is held on the most challenging and rugged terrain across the globe. Warriors conquer extreme obstacles, push their limits and celebrate with kick-ass music, beer and warrior helmets. An intense event for the participants and an absolute blast for the spectators.
Fall Foliage in The Catskills
Each year, travelers from across the nation arrive in New York to experience the unparalleled bounty and beauty of a fabled autumn in the State. They are welcomed by a spectacular display of vibrant fall colors that people also experience in New England.
You can too now experience the Autumn Fall in New York State.The foliage in New York State–with its leaves of every possible shade of red, yellow, gold and orange–is legendary. Thickly-wooded rolling hills and steep mountainsides create a fiery patchwork of colors against an azure sky that is simply unforgettable.
Take in the Autumn colors that will leave a lasting impression.
The Catskills Region and Hudson Valley offer stunning and breath-taking views you can take advantage of. Visitors can also consider visiting the Vanderbilt Mansion or Hyde Park and marvel in the National Historic sites, as well as Culinary Institute of America, where the next generation of chefs train with the masters.
New York State offers an ideal place to experience the Autumn Fall, with numerous festivals to celebrate this season, so do not miss out on what New Yorkers already know, New York State is the Jewel of Autumn in the USA.
Hudson Valley Garlic Festival September 24th & 25th Saugerties
The anticipation is growing as vendors from around the country prepare an eclectic assortment of culinary garlic treats. Fun, food and sensory delights await your entire family in beautiful Saugerties. This year is better than ever with even more sights, sounds and smells. If you’ve never been at the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival, get ready for a real treat. We’re located at the foot of the beautiful Catskill mountains on the Hudson River. Prepare to have a wonderful time!
Color in the Catskills Festival September 30th-October 2 2011 at Hunter Mountain
For the BMW motorcycle enthusiasts.
Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain October 1-2 and 8-9, 2011
Oktoberfest features authentic German and German-American entertainment in the beauty of the northern Catskills in autumn. Our modern celebration of the harvest features a farmers market, plenty of vendors, free crafts and pumpkin painting for the kids, and much more. Free Admission makes it an affordable, fun time for all ages.