An African-American celebration of spring, Pinkster was held in the Hudson Valley as early as the 17th century. Filled with music, dance, food, and revelry, this cross-cultural festival re-creates the spring holiday with a rousing colonial-style celebration. Festivities include lively presentations of drumming and traditional dance, African folktales, and demonstrations of traditional African instruments and utilitarian wares.
For visitors who work up an appetite, local caterer Nikki Toi’s Soul Food offers a special Pinkster menu.
Learn about the history and meaning of “Pinkster”
Time
10am to 5pm
Online Admission
$14; $12 for seniors; $8 for children 3-17
Onsite Admission
$16; $14 for seniors; $10 for children 3-17
Free for members and children under 3
More information: www.hudsonvalley.org