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Rev250: Celebrate 250 Years of American Independence in Dutchess

The United States of America will celebrate its semiquincentennial in 2026, marking 250 years since the original 13 colonies became a new nation ...

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2024 Jazz in the Valley Festival Brings Live Music to the Poughkeepsie Waterfront

Dutchess County is a one-of-a-kind destination for live music. Concerts run the gamut from intimate winery settings to large arenas. Of course, sittin...

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Fourth of July Fireworks and Celebrations in Dutchess County

Of course, what would the Fourth of July holiday be without fireworks and celebrations? Here in Dutchess County, we have plenty of those. Read on ...

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Top 10 Places to Get Ice Cream in Dutchess

Dutchess County truly is a place that experiences all seasons, from those cold, snowy winters, to the hot, humid summers. As things start to heat up o...

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Top 10 Dutchess Events in July

Hooray for summer! The weather is beautiful, the kids are home from school and there are a million exciting things to see and do here in Dutchess Coun...

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Spend Upstate Art Weekend in Dutchess County

  Ready to spend a weekend discovering immersive arts experiences? Plan your trip to Dutchess County during Upstate Art Weekend (July 18-21), ...

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Best Donuts in Dutchess County

Turns out National Donut comes around twice a year – the first Friday of June and November 5th. In Dutchess County, we have a variety of options...

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Top 10 Destinations for the Perfect Kids Summer Vacation

Summer is the perfect time to come enjoy Dutchess County. Plan your trip to these Top 10 Destinations for the Perfect Kids Summer Vacation, ranging fr...

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Discover Dutchess Sites on Path Through History Weekend (June 14-16)

Thousands upon thousands of people visit Dutchess County each year, and they come here for all different reasons. Its wondrous natural beauty, its wor...

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Father's Day Activities and Gift Ideas in Dutchess County

Did you know Father's Day has been celebrated for over 100 years? It did not become an official U.S. holiday until 1972, even though Mother's ...

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