Things To Do In Beacon, NY 📅 10/04/2026

Spirit of Beacon Day is happening this Sunday. No matter what. Rain or shine. This is the rain date. There is no rain date for the rain date. Everyone was so bummed about the postponment for the nor'easter, that we couldn't even email you about it. Made a few videos to show you the intense consideration the Spirit Committee was having about the decision, which you can watch here and here. How Did Beacon Fare During The Nor'easter? Last Sunday was surreal in Beacon. It was September 27th, the Last Sunday In September, which means Spirit of Beacon Day. But the nor'easter was predicted, so the rain and wind jitters set in. With rain predicted for the rain date as well, it was not immediately clear what would happen.  It started with business like Five Pennies Creamery asking ALBB if Spirit will really hold the line even during the nor'easter (see video interview here). Then band teachers begin to consider pulling instruments to protect them from the rain. Then parents begin to consider pulling children from marching in the parade. There's a lot to consider. The Spirit Committee called ALBB the Saturday before the big day to get advice about canceling. Listen to that reenacted phone call here.  In the end, the day was postponed to the following Sunday (tomorrow!). Even the I Am Beacon 5K run postponed, which hardly ever happens. Oddly, and most thankfully, almost nothing happened in Beacon. While all around us, wind and rain swirled, causing flooding. The tracks in Cold Spring flooded out. A tree fell across 9D, closing it down for a bit. A shark was spotted swimming in neighborhood streets in New Jersey. The Billy Joe's sign blew into the Hudson River. The Protection Prayers for Spirit of Beacon Day were so strong, that they did keep the weather away, if only to protect Beacon from damage. Which is a true Spirit of Beacon. As of today's refresh of the Weather app, rain is predicted for Sunday. It's been fluctuating since last week. The Spirit of Beacon Committee says: "Delayed is not denied. Failing to plan is planning to fail. We're taking all the precautions, prayers, positive energy, and insight that we can. See you on Sunday, rain or shine (not in a wind advisory, tho). Please keep this in mind, heart, and spirit, this is a day for neighbors to celebrate each other, on Main Street. Positive energy activates constant elevation." READ THIS Newburgh-Beacon Ferry Pilot: Every Ride Counts! Day: Saturday-Sunday October 3-4th Saturday-Sunday October 10-11th Time: 10am-6pm The last departure from Newburgh to Beacon is 5:30pm. The last departure from Beacon to Newburgh is 6:00pm. Price: $1 each way Location: Beacon: Ferry Landing at the Beacon Train Station This weekend pilot program serves to demonstrate the demand and value of having a ferry service that unites the two cities, stimulates further tourism, and encourages people to use alternative modes of transportation. Travel time between Newburgh and Beacon is approximately 15 minutes. Information > Schedule > Buy Tickets > Spirit of Beacon Day Day: Saturday, October 4th, 2026 Times: 10am: Main Street blocked off at designated sections. 11am: Main Street Vendors open (grab those St. Rocco's sandwiches) 11:30am: Volunteers of the Year Ceremony 12pm: Parade Lineup begins 1-2pm: Parade starts! 5pm: Spirit of Beacon Day ends. Entertainment Look for performances by Leaders By Choice; skateboarding from Connect Skateboarding (Main Street and North Chestnut Street, ie Dennings Point); Street Karaoke from The Karaoke Boys at Main Street and South Cedar Street.  Karaoke Boys say: "Come hang out after getting your hair braided but before getting a fish sandwich. Also Pablo is giving away free hugs." Information > Catoberfest Day: Sunday, October 4th, 2026 Time: 2-6pm Location: Hudson Valley Brewery, 7 East Main Street, Beacon NY  Due to Sunday's bad weather forecast, Catoberfest was moved to October 4th. You can support the no-kill, free-range cat sanctuary in Beacon, New York by joining them for an afternoon of craft beer, food, live music and family fun, all to support the fabulous felines of Mid Hudson Animal Aid. Experience music from: - Tony DePaolo’s Electric Gypsies  - The Judith Tulloch Band - Marsh Kings Daughter - The Costellos - Black Coffee Blues Lots of raffle prizes. More information at www.catoberfest.cat Beacon Farmer’s Market Day: Sunday, October 4th, 2026 Time: 10am-2pm Location: DMV Parking Lot, 223 Main Street, Beacon, NY Teeny Greenies launch this Sunday. 💚 Every kid who stops by the Manager’s Tent can pick up $4 in Teeny Greenys — two $2 coupons to spend around the market. They can spend exactly $4 — or put their Teeny Greenies toward something bigger in future weeks. Ideas on where to spend: Kid-sized cookie @allyouknead_beacon Hot dog on a stick @eggbertsfreerangefarm Mini sweet corn + mozzarella arepa @casadelflavors A baby bao @hao.bao.now A little lavender bundle @virginiapiazzapottery Chocolate chip muffins @the_challah_pixie_ Tiny limeade @casadelflavors Adorable jewelry @nucosmicearth Or apples, Carrots, Peppers, or a flower. Look for the chalk in front of vendors to get ideas. 👀 SAVE THE DATES Beacon Sloop's Pumpkin Festival Day: Sunday, October 18th, 2026 Time: 12-5pm Location: Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park, Beacon NY Enjoy this annual fundraiser from the Beacon Sloop Club. Pumpkins and Pie will be for sale! Come early to get your food tickets from the Sloop Club, and then enjoy other vendors. A Little Beacon Blog will be there offering face painting sessions. Eggbert’s Free Range Farm It’s Turkey Time! Place your Thanksgiving Turkey with Eggbert’s Free Range Farm while at any of our market tables, or call/text Carrie to reserve your bird. Wednesdays: Cornwall Farmer's Market 11am-5pm Saturdays: Cold Spring Farmer's Market 10am-1pm Saturdays: Pick-Up Pre-Orders Only at Newburgh Farmer's Market Sundays: Beacon Farmer's Market 10am - 2pm Farm Fridge: Shake and Grind, 190 S. Plank Road, Newburgh SHOP ONLINE: Order Online  DELIVERY: 🚚 Free Website >    Instagram > Eggbert's Free Range Farm is a Sponsor! The Station Dispensary 463 Main Street, Beacon NY Green Spectrum's Lidocaine Roll On CBD is available at The Station Dispensary. Soothes aching joints and muscles as a 4% lidocaine roll-on. A powerful blend of CBD, eucalyptus oil, aloe, and Vitamin E. Infused with refreshing scents of rosemary, cinnamon and clove. Website >    Instagram > The Station Dispensary is a Sponsor! Features from our Sponsors. Is your business on the menu? CARTER'S RESTAURANT 424 Main Street, Beacon NY The (Monster) Mash-Up you’ve been waiting for! Shades with Hollywood Herb, Halloween Party at Carters! Four hours of Halloween musical shenanigans. Costumes are required. Good decisions are optional. This is definitely going to be a wild evening. And it will definitely be packed. If you want a table, call Carters to reserve your spot asap. 845-743-6527 10/31, 8pm to midnight(ish).  💀👻🎃😎🎥 Instagram > Carter's is a Sponsor! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon NY What will you be sipping on the ferry this weekend? The Sparkling Chai Cider from Old Dhaka has just dropped on their Fall Menu, and you’re the first to know about it. Made with Sparkling Apple Cider from Lovely Bunch, this brew is made with heirloom apples. This spritzy spiced chai on ice hits the spot on any warm fall day. Your wardrobe might be confused during this seasonal transition, but your tastebuds will thank you. Plus, grab a bite to eat from any vendor inside the Food Hall! Follow HV Food Hall's Chefs: Nami Yum Yum Roosevelt Bar Tara Fusion Cuisine Old Dhaka Coffee House Five Pennies Creamery Palmetto Burger Co. Chakra Bowl Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor! PIGGY BANK 2.0 446 Main Street, Beacon NY The kinda nachos you dream about… Football is right around the corner. Grab Piggy Bank's loaded nachos for the table.  Click to read more > Piggy Bank 2.0 is a Sponsor! ZIATUN BEACON 244 Main Street, Beacon NY Ziatun's hummas. Always their hummas. Instagram > Ziatün is a Sponsor! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193-195 Main Street, Beacon NY ...and these aren't the only variety of croissants Beacon Bread makes in house...Can you imagine twisting these open and letting the inside melt in your mouth? Instagram > Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor! BOOK YOUR EVENT PROMOTION Single purchases of Event Promotions are available, starting at $60/listing. Membership for Deep Discounts on event listings are available. ADVERTISE IN ALBB'S BUSINESS DIRECTORY FRIDAYS: Fareground's Free Community Dinner Day/Time: Fridays, 5:30pm-7:30pm Location: First Presbyterian, 50 Liberty Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Information > Volunteer > Donate >

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