5 Kingston Community Events You Won't Want to Miss This September

September in Kingston packs more community events than almost any other month. Here are five can't-miss events happening across the city this September 2026.

1. Art Walk Kingston — September 19 & 20

The 11th annual Art Walk Kingston returns as one of the largest open studio tours in the Hudson Valley. Over 200 artists open their doors across Uptown, Midtown, and the Rondout from noon to 5 p.m. each day. Explore paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, and handmade furniture at nearly 70 locations. New this year: the Steamroller Print Fest at MKAD and live jazz in T.R. Gallo Park. Free and open to the public.

Where: Various locations across Kingston
When: Saturday–Sunday, September 19–20, noon–5 p.m.
Info: artsmidhudson.org/artwalkkingston

2. PLANTASIA NY Festival — September 19 & 20

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Mort Garson's beloved Moog album Mother Earth's Plantasia, this outdoor festival lands at Seed Song Farm on Esopus Avenue. The lineup features Mary Lattimore, SPELLLING, Colin Stetson, Laraaji, Gigi Masin, and more. Expect botanical arts and crafts, plant sales, a curated market, and workshops.

Where: Seed Song Farm, 160 Esopus Avenue, Kingston
When: Saturday–Sunday, September 19–20
Info: plantasia-ny.com

3. Rotary Chicken BBQ Mini Festival — September 20

The Kingston Rotary Club hosts its annual Chicken BBQ at Kingston Point Rotary Park on Delaware Avenue. Enjoy grilled chicken, live music, local vendors, and children's activities from noon to 4 p.m. Proceeds support community service projects and Rotary Park restoration.

Where: Kingston Point Rotary Park, Delaware Avenue, Kingston
When: Sunday, September 20, noon–4 p.m.
Info: kingstonnyrotary.org

4. Senate House: John Vanderlyn Walking Tour — September 12

The Senate House State Historic Site presents a walking tour exploring the life of John Vanderlyn, the Kingston-born painter who became the first American artist to exhibit at the Paris Salon. Free admission, part of Senate House's 250th anniversary programming.

Where: Senate House, 296 Fair Street, Kingston
When: Saturday, September 12, 11 a.m.–noon
Info: parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/18 | (845) 338-2786

5. Empower Kingston Kick-Off — September 17

Communities for Local Power celebrates seven years of Empower Kingston at Keegan Ales. Meet summer training graduates, welcome the new fall cohort, and connect with neighbors working on local energy resilience. Tickets include food, drinks, and raffle prizes. Sliding-scale pricing from $5 to $50.

Where: Keegan Ales, 20 Saint James Street, Kingston
When: Thursday, September 17, 5–7:30 p.m.
Info: actionnetwork.org

Plan Your September

From art studios across three neighborhoods to a music festival on a working farm, waterfront BBQ, colonial history, and a community energy celebration — Kingston's September has something for everyone.

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