July Events That Are Bringing the Heat From backyard BBQs to hot air balloon launches, July in New York is an all-out celebration. Whether you're looking to dance under the stars, sip your way through wine trails, or catch epic fireworks, we've rounded up the absolute must-do events across the state that’ll have you saying, "Hold my beer, I’ve got plans."

Picture this: a sun-dappled weekend in New Paltz, NY, where the air buzzes with creativity, the scent of sizzling street food dances around you, and every corner bursts with color and craft. Welcome to the Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair, a twice-yearly explosion of art, soul, and community hosted by Quail Hollow Events at the breathtaking Ulster County Fairgrounds.

Let’s be real—New York’s dispensary scene isn’t just heating up, it’s on fire. From Catskills cool to city chic, these spots are flipping the script on what a cannabis experience looks like.

New York’s distillery game is next level, and if you’re not exploring it, you’re missing out

We’re talking riverside views, treehouse dreams, spa escapes, and mountain retreats — and one lucky winner will get them ALL.

The Hudson Valley has long been known as the central hub for apple orchards and cider making. Nestled in the heart of the region is the Angr