Free & Cheap Things to Do in Poughkeepsie, NY

  • The list below includes 170 free or cheap things to do in or near Poughkeepsie, New York, including 89 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Trampoline Parks, Bridges and Hiking Trails.
  • From Walking Bridge Over Hudson River to Walkway Over the Hudson, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Poughkeepsie and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hyde Park, Beacon, Newburgh and Kingston.
  • The list below includes 170 free or cheap things to do in or near Poughkeepsie, New York, including 89 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Trampoline Parks, Bridges and Hiking Trails.
  • From Walking Bridge Over Hudson River to Walkway Over the Hudson, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Poughkeepsie and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hyde Park, Beacon, Newburgh and Kingston.
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Sculpture Parks 48 Stonefences Ln, Kent, CT 6757 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of a local artist, Alison Palmer Studio displays pieces made from clay, stone, an paper-mache. The artists hosts community classes for pottery that teaches visitors how to wheel throw.
25.2 Miles
66% 41 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 1665 Rt 211 E, Middletown, NY 10941 MoreLess Info
A restaurant and live music venue, Brian's Backyard BBQ & Blues hosts performances by local acts as well as regional and nationally touring bands. It also serves a variety of southern cuisine, as well as craft beers on tap.
25.3 Miles
100% 5 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Shady Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve is a 161 acre nature preserve and home to a variety of plant and wildlife. Visitors to the preserve can participate in guided nature walks, kayak and canoe tours, butterfly walks, and animal tracking tours.
25.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Music Venue 160 Plochman Ln, Levon Helm Studios, Woodstock, NY 12498 MoreLess Info
The Midnight Ramble is a live music and concert venue that focuses on the legacy left by artist Levon Helm. Community centered events are featured that include pot luck dinners, as well as traveling musical groups.
25.6 Miles
100% 7 votes
Art Gallery 8 Tannery Brook Road, Woodstock, NY 12498 MoreLess Info
Located a short distance outside Woodstock, New York, SweetHeart Gallery features an array of handmade works by American artists and craftspeople. They offer art, home decor, furniture, jewelry, and collections of featured artists' work.
25.6 Miles
95% 142 votes
Lighthouses Lighthouse Point, Saugerties, NY MoreLess Info
Located on the Hudson River, Saugerties Lighthouse New York offers docent-guided tours of the interior on Sundays seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. This 1869 landmark serves as a living museum and renowned bed and breakfast.
25.6 Miles
79% 24 votes
Flea Markets Maple Lane, Woodstock, NY MoreLess Info
Listed as one of the 10 best US flea markets by the Huffington Post, Mower's Saturday Flea Market is open every Saturday during May through November. A two acre field becomes home to numerous arts, crafts, antique and produce vendors.
25.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
History Museums PO Box 73, Woodstock, NY 12498 MoreLess Info
For visitors looking for a groovy time, the Woodstock Museum delivers in a unique way. Instead of behind-the-glass displays, guests will immerse themselves in live events, displays, and outreach programs that memorialize and honor the sixties culture.
25.7 Miles
95% 142 votes
Lighthouses Lighthouse Drive, Saugerties, NY MoreLess Info
Built in 1869, the Saugerties Lighthouse is considered to be a landmark historic beacon situated along the Hudson River. It currently stands as both a living museum and combination bed and breakfast.
25.7 Miles
100% 14 votes
Theaters 49 Amenia Road, Sharon, CT 06069 MoreLess Info
The TriArts Sharon Playhouse offers both adult and youth musical performances throughout the year. The organization also provides professional educational opportunities, including summer youth camps, improv workshops, and acting and dance classes.
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