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    An Afternoon with David Rothenberg; Sunday Oct 21st

    An Afternoon with David Rothenberg  Author's Reading, Book Signing, Discussion and Q&A   From theater publicist and producer, to activist for the rights of prisoners and for the LGBT community, David Rothenberg has led an indisputably memorable life.  Rothenberg will be at the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center in Uptown Kingston on Sunday, October 21, from 3:30 - [...]

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    Help Pass Marriage in Equality for 20 Million More: Volunteers Needed every Weds in October

    This fall, marriage equality hangs in the balance for almost 20 million Americans in four states: Maine, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington. In support of these efforts, the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Center is hosting a series of Equality Advocacy Nights each and every (well, almost every) Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm throughout October at the Center in Kingston.

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    Woodstock Film Festival Returns for a (Lucky) 13th Year; October 10th – 14th

    Woodstock's fiercely independent cinematic tradition - the 13th Annual Woodstock Film Festival (kicking off Wed. Oct. 10 through Sun. Oct. 14), is unveiling its 2012 line-up of nearly 130 exciting films, panels, performances and special events.

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    “Halloween Spooktacular” Returns for a 3rd Annual Night of Tricking, Treating, and Hauntingly Good Fun – Sat Oct 27th

    ARCS' premier party of the haunted season is back! The 3rd Annual "Halloween Spooktacular" returns with a night of frightful food & drinks, devlish dancing, and a show featuring the Hudson Valley's own Tom Judson!

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    2012 Benefit Auction Gala for the Center for Photography in Woodstock – Sun Oct 7th

    Founded in 1977, the Center for Photography at Woodstock is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 artist-centered organization dedicated to supporting artists working in photography and related media and engaging audiences through opportunities in which creation, discovery, and learning are made possible.

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    The Bears to Gather in Poughkeepsie on Saturday, September 22

    Bears, Wolves, Otters, and Cubs, Oh my! This Saturday, September 22nd is Bear Night at the Out Bar on Main Street in Poughkeepsie! Shut down Scruff, put Growlr away, and come on out to enjoy a beverage with a wide variety of real, live Hudson Valley Men - in person! Hosted by the Hudson Valley [...]

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    Serious Foodie and “Fab 5” Vet, Ted Allen, Launches His New Cookbook in Rhinebeck; Sat Sept 8th

    Ted Allen, "Fab 5" vet and host of top Food Network show Chopped, launches his new book, "In My Kitchen", at bluecashew Kitchen Pharmacy in Rhinebeck on Sat Sept 8th.

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    Hairdresser’s Disco Ball & Fantasy Hair Show – Sun Sept 9th

    Last year's stellar event sold out and became one of the most talked-about social events of the Hudson Valley. Join seventeen local salons as they present wild, wacky and wonderful hair looks on the runway at Shadows on the Hudson.

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This next BRONCO is going to be insane - and it's This next BRONCO is going to be insane - and it's coming to Kingston's Unicorn Bar on Friday, April 24th. 

Spring is in bloom and The Cuban Missile Crisis of Burlesque – Tito Bonito – is making his Hudson Valley debut alongside a bountiful bouquet of beefcakes. This hunk lives in Los Angeles - and this is one of your only opportunities to see him on the East Coast! 

Warning: this show may cause spontaneous applause, excessive fanning, and an entirely new appreciation for garden hoses.

BRONCO's April Show Features: 
🔥 Ozzie
🔥 JMV
🔥 Jack Barrow
🔥 Alpha Pup Kodiac, the reigning Mr. Snowbound Leather 2026

Grab those tickets now, because this is going to be one incredible one-night only show! 

Visit biggayhudsonvalley.com for details + tickets. 

#hudsonvalley #burlesque #boylesque #instagays #biggayhudsonvalley
Get ready to GASP in delight as the funniest LGBTQ Get ready to GASP in delight as the funniest LGBTQ comics take the stage for a night of side-splitting laughs at the third annual Gay Gasp! 

Returning to the Rosendale Theater on Saturday, April 11th, this ain’t your average comedy show, darling—it’s a full-throttle comedy extravaganza with a cast that’s bold, brash, and unapologetically queer.

BGHV’s 2026 Gay Gasp Features:
😂Jeremy Crittenden
😂 Sheria Mattis
😂 Alejandro Morales
😂 Sureni Weerasekera 

Doors open at 7pm with drinks and snacks available from the concession stand at the Rosendale Theatre. The good vibes and beats will be served up for cocktail hour, with the show starting at 8pm.

The show will contain adult themes and is appropriate for audiences 18+

Book ahead via link in profile or at biggayhudsonvalley.com and save! 

General seating tickets are $35 in advance, with no ticketing fees. Premium tables also available. 

#hudsonvalley #gayhudsonvalley #comedy #queerstandup #standupcomedy
On Saturday we had the opportunity to explore and On Saturday we had the opportunity to explore and enjoy a meal at the spectacular Klocke Estate in Hudson, NY - if you’ve not been, it’s definitely worth a visit! 

Designed by Ken Fulk, this Distillery offered incredible views of the Valley from its very well appointed bar and restaurant. 

Their spirits include Apple Brandies, Vermouths and bottled cocktails.

The hillsides around the Estate were covered with countless varietals of their future apples and grapes for distilling - and provide a gorgeous backdrop to enjoy some stunning views of the Valley. 

Cheers and much success to its founders John + Brett! 

#biggayhudsonvalley #klockeestate #distilling #columbiacounty
Hello Ulster County - the deadline for the Big Gay Hello Ulster County - the deadline for the Big Gay Hudson Valley Queer Map + Guide is almost here! 

If you’re an LGBTQ+ Owned or Allied business - We’d appreciate your support in making the third edition of these guides available by becoming an advertiser. 

Distribution now spans from NYC’s Grand Central Station all the way up to the Empire State Visitors Center in Albany! 

DM us to renew your ad from 2025 - and if you’ve not yet been an advertiser, we’d love to have your support. 

Send us a message and we’ll send you the details. 

A huge note of thanks to recognize long time supporters that make these guides possible: @hudsonvalleycu  @hamiltonandadams @iloveny @ulstercountytourism @upstatemodernist and the Kingston-based @ruralmodernist for his keen eye on design that makes them so beautiful! 

#community #biggayhudsonvalley #ulstercounty #hudsonvalley #lgbtq

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