Excursions

2025 Fall Arts and Events Guide — The Berkshire Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Train is just one of the magical things to do across the region this fall.

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2025 Fall Arts and Events Guide

The things to see and do this festive month across the RI region, from fall fests to haunted mansions.

By Jamie Larson

High Score Arcade + Cafe Brings Classic Arcade Energy Back to Rhinebeck

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High Score Arcade + Cafe Brings Classic Arcade Energy Back to Rhinebeck

High Score opened in Rhinebeck at the end of August.

By Ryan Keegan

Taconic Antiques Fair Debuts at Columbia County Fairgrounds September 20-21 — Eclectic finds from The Happy Dollar, one of the 70-plus exhibitors at the upcoming Taconic Antiques Fair, exemplify the fair’s mix of tradition and surprise.

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Taconic Antiques Fair Debuts at Columbia County Fairgrounds September 20-21

A county with a long and robust history in the antiques business finally hosts a fair of its own.

By Sylvie Florman

The Quiet Wilds: 7 Hikes Off the Beaten Path

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The Quiet Wilds: 7 Hikes Off the Beaten Path

Local hiking guide author Bill Siever gives us the secret to finding trails away from the crowd.

By Jamie Larson

Basilica Hudson announces 10th SoundScape Festival and Early-Bird Ticket Sale — Deafheaven

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Basilica Hudson announces 10th SoundScape Festival and Early-Bird Ticket Sale

Deafheaven to headline the 10th anneversery of Basilica Hudson's SoundScape Festival.

By Jamie Larson

Basilica Farm & Flea Announces Mother’s Day Weekend Lineup and New Markets to Come

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Basilica Farm & Flea Announces Mother’s Day Weekend Lineup and New Markets to Come

Hudson's signature artisan market is expanding in scope and scale.

By Jamie Larson

Kaatsbaan Retreat Residencies are a Container for Creativity — All images courtasy of Kaatsbaan.

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Kaatsbaan Retreat Residencies are a Container for Creativity

A celebrated center for dance opens its doors to artists of all kinds.

By Jamie Larson

Olana’s New Award-Winning Multi-Million Dollar Building is Almost Invisible — Photo by Peter Aaron

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Olana’s New Award-Winning Multi-Million Dollar Building is Almost Invisible

After 10 years and $18 million Olana opens a new multipurpose public facility, built to be unseen.

By Jamie Larson

"100 Hikes In The Southern Berkshires" Book Launches — And Readers Helped

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"100 Hikes In The Southern Berkshires" Book Launches — And Readers Helped

The comprehensive hiking guide for the Berkshires and just beyond was written with input by RI readers.

By Jamie Larson

Walk Into The Holiday Lights At These Four Berkshire Destinations

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Walk Into The Holiday Lights At These Four Berkshire Destinations

The lights are on and the spirit is merry at these holiday walk-through installations.

By Lisa Green

The Rural Intelligence Leaf-Peeper's Primer

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The Rural Intelligence Leaf-Peeper's Primer

Where to go for up-to-the-minute foliage reports.

By Lisa Green

Sculpturedale: A Kent Sculptor Goes Wild

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Sculpturedale: A Kent Sculptor Goes Wild

Take a ride to a pseudo safari filled with life-sized animals created by sculptor Denis Curtiss.

By Lauren Curran