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Outdoor Live Music in Dutchess County

Date Published: July 13, 2021

Here's your ultimate guide for outdoor live concerts happening this summer in Dutchess County! 

 

Northern Dutchess

Harmonies on the Hudson

Enjoy live music with a historic background right on the Hudson! Clermont State Historic Site is bringing back Harmonies on the Hudson Concert Series. On July 15th, enjoy the musical performance of Robert Burke Warren. Catch The Gold Hope Duo on August 12th. Tickets are free but registration is required. For more information, click here

Live Music at Grand Cru

Refresh yourself with a tall glass of craft beer and live music at Grand Cru in Rhinebeck each weekend in August. Take a seat in their outdoor area, bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs, and enjoy their cheese and charcuterie plates. See their schedule of live music here.

Rhinebeck Area Chamber Music on Market 

Come out and enjoy Rhinebeck's downtown shopping and eating destinations that will now be filled with light music every Friday evening. Live music will be played throughout the village at select outdoor locations during the month of July and August. For more information click here.

Live Music on the Great Lawn of Dutch's Spirits

Enjoy live music on the Great Lawn of Dutch’s Spirits which was built on the site of the largest bootlegging operation ever found in Dutchess County during prohibition. Happening throughout July, August, and September, catch acts like Raven James & The Heat, Jordan Stoner, and more! Complete your evening with a bite from Dutch's Food Truck and play a round of lawn games. For more details, click here

 


 

Eastern Dutchess

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Jazz Concert Series

Join Millbrook Vineyards & Winery this summer for their outdoor jazz concert series. Happening every weekend the concerts are open-air and take place right on the beautiful vineyard's lawn. Pair your glass of wine with delicious bites from food trucks on site. Seating will be limited and must be purchased ahead of time. For more information, click here. 

Millbrook Arts Group Summer Sunset Concert Series

Join the family-friendly concerts happening every Saturday from June 30 - August 18 starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Millbrook Bandshell. To celebrate Millbrook Art Group's 30th anniversary, they have special events at each concert! For the full schedule and more details, please click here

Pawling Music by the Lake: Beach Edition

Listen to live music by the beach in Pawling! This free, family-friendly concert series welcomes visitors of all ages. Bring chairs, blankets, and a picnic while enjoying the sounds of local bands like Four Horsemen Songwriters and ALL iN BAND and NY-based recording artist, Krystofer Maison. Concert dates are from July to September. For more details, click here

 

Central Dutchess

Plan Bee Farm Brewery Summer Sunset Concert Series

Come out to Plan Bee Farm Brewery to listen to New York’s finest musicians on their FarmStand Stage! Show your support of local musicians and watch the sunset behind the stage on the beautiful 25-acre farm with a glass of cold craft beer in your hand! Reserve a table for you and your group or feel free to bring your own lawn chair and picnic blanket. For details click here 

DC Sports Bands in the Sands

You don’t need to travel to the seaside for sandy feet and live music! Join DC Sports’ FREE live concerts series, Bands in the Sand, every Saturday. Bring your sandals, your beach chairs, and enjoy the Tiki Bar serving drinks all night. Head over a bit earlier for a round of mini golf! Food is also available, kids are welcome. See their schedule of performances here. 
 

Summer Concert Series at Brexel-Schlathaus Park

Grab a blanket and enjoy these summer nights listening to some great live music at Brexel-Schlathus Park! For seven Thursday nights starting after the 4th of July, the park will be filled with music! You can bring a chair, your boogie shoes, your dinner, or a blanket, just as long as you bring yourself (and hopefully a dozen or so of your closest friends)! This family-friendly concert series is free and welcomes four-legged friends! For more details, click here


Southern Dutchess

Third Sundays at Bannerman Island

Take a 30-minute boat ride over to Bannerman Island aboard the Estuary Steward and take part in a self-guided tour of the island. Explore the famous Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens and then stay to enjoy a live music concert or performance! This whole experience is 2.5 hours and happens on the third Sunday of every month. For more details, click here. 

Town of East Fishkill Summer Concert Series

Every Friday night, catch live music on the Field at Hopewell Recreation Park. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks to enjoy this free concert series. Socially distanced areas will be designated for each household. From covers of classics to jazz and rock, check out the lineup of performers coming this summer. For more details click here


 

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