Independence Day Events

THURS 4
Celebration
PHILIPSTOWN
10 a.m. Mekeel’s Chapel
321 Route 301
putnamhistorymuseum.org
Musicians will lead patriotic songs and hymns and there will be a reading of founding papers. Donations welcome. Free

THURS 4
Declaration of Independence
Beacon
11 a.m. City Hall | 1 Municipal Plaza
Listen to the annual reading of the founding document organized by Dennis Pavelock. 

THURS 4
Fireworks
POUGHKEEPSIE
7 p.m. Walkway Over the Hudson
61 Parker Ave. | walkway.org
Watch the fireworks over the river from the bridge. Cost: $25 ($20 members, seniors, veterans, ages 12 and younger free) 

THURS 4
Celebrate Independence
Philipstown
7 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert inspired by fireworks and celebration. Cost: $55 ($155 with champagne reception, $24 children and teens, ages 4 and younger free) 

THURS 4
Fireworks
BEACON
8:30 p.m. Memorial Park
Robert Cahill Drive | beaconny.gov
Bring a chair or blanket to watch the fireworks at dusk. 

FRI 5
Bike Decorating Party
COLD SPRING
3 – 4:30 p.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
Prepare your ride for the Community Day parade.

SAT 6
This Man’s a Spy
Philipstown
6:30 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
Watch a musical about Benedict Arnold and the Revolutionary War, then enjoy a view across the river of the West Point fireworks. Cost: $20 ($10 ages 4 to 18, ages 4 and younger free) 

SAT 6
Celebration
WEST POINT
7:30 p.m. Trophy Point
westpointband.com
The West Point band will perform, followed by fireworks. Rain date: SUN 7. 

SAT 6
Community Day
COLD SPRING
4:30 – 9:30 p.m. Dockside Park
Join or watch the parade at 4:30 p.m. on Main Street, followed by food, games, bands and fireworks.