Kids Activities in the Hudson Valley New York Area | Kids Out and About Hudson Valley

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The National Memorial Day Concert - LIVE STREAM

On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded lineup will grace the stage for one of PBS’ highest-rated programs. This multi-award-winning television event honors the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Check your local listings.
Dates: 
05/24/2026
8pm EDT / 7pm CDT / 6pm MDT / 5pm PDT / 4pm AKDT
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Catskill Flyer: Spring & Summertime Rides - Catskill Mountain Railroad

All Aboard the Catskill Flyer. See the natural beauty of the Catskills from our railroad’s unique perspective aboard Ulster County’s scenic train. All trains are round trip from the Westbrook Lane Station located in the Kingston Plaza adjacent Uptown Kingston’s Stockade District. Join us as we travel through some of the oldest farmlands in the United States where we will cross the Esopus creek as we travel through the Hurley Flats and then start climbing Hurley Mountain. Our excursion is pulled by a 1951 Alco RS1 diesel locomotive. Passengers can enjoy the trip in our vintage coaches or on our open-air flat cars for the ultimate views on their ride.
Dates: 
05/23/2026
05/25/2026
05/30/2026
Trains Depart at 11 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm
Location: 
Catskill Mountain Railroad, Kingston Plaza, Kingston, NY, USA
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Family Science Workshop: Down to the Riverbed at Hudson River Museum

Discover the Hudson River as a living, waking ecosystem. As the end of winter approaches, life stirs from riverbed to the surface, swimming, drifting, burrowing, and flying. Choose a favorite organism (or a few!) and help populate a floor-to-ceiling simulated water column with Hudson River creatures. Recommended for ages 6+.
Dates: 
05/17/2026
05/23/2026
05/24/2026
12 pm - 4 pm
Location: 
Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701, United States
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Night in the Museum at Old Sturbridge Village

Night in the Museum is an overnight experience designed for scouts, schools and other youth groups of up to 80 participants. With only a map and a tattered journal at their side, young historians will travel back in time and take part in a mysterious, candlelit adventure through the 1830s. The quest will exercise their detective skills as they hunt for clues, conduct experiments, and investigate the past. Back at our hands-on learning laboratory, we will experiment with historic crafts to learn more about 19th-century life.
Dates: 
05/23/2026
05/30/2026
Program begins at 5:30 on your selected date and runs until 9:30 the following morning.
Location: 
Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566, United States
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Mommy & Me: Animals & Nature at Westmoreland Sanctuary

Meet animals, explore nature and participate in crafts, games and activities. The Mommy & Me program will take place every Friday from 10 AM - 10:45 AM, followed by 45 minutes of self-directed exploration and play.
Dates: 
05/22/2026
05/29/2026
10 AM - 11 AM
Location: 
Westmoreland Sanctuary, 260 Chestnut Ridge Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549, United States
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