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Getaway Destination: Sullivan Catskills

Sullivan Catskills is an easy getaway from Fairfield County!

VISIT THE SULLIVAN CATSKILLS VISITORS ASSOCIATION FOR GREAT THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND THE CATSKILLS, NY.

Sullivan Catskills is the home to the iconic Dirty Dancing and the legendary Woodstock! And, it has exploded into a great destination for a getaway! As always, be sure to check individual websites for seasonal and up to date information.


We recently posted a blog about the upcoming Catskills Cuisine, happening May 13. You can learn more about that exciting event here. While you are attending Catskills Cuisine, you may need to know about some super places to stay and some other things to do in the area to make it a fantastic weekend. Or, you may want to visit Sullivan Catskills at a different time- there is so much to do that it would be a really fun getaway for everyone! Check out our incredible list of events scheduled for this spring and summer- they are well worth planning an excursion around (James Taylor! Shania Twain! Rod Stewart! And so many other huge names in the music industry!)!


Let's start with places to stay. There are lots of choices including beds and breakfasts, inns and lodges, campgrounds, resorts, retreats and spas, hotels and cottages and more. Check out a comprehensive list of options here.


Now, on to the all important food. Sullivan Catskills has a plethora of fantastic places to eat, sure to please any palate. From restaurants and cafes to breweries and wineries, to bars and pubs to farm to table, they've got it all. A terrific guide can be found here. A guide to diners can be found here.


There are countless things to do when exploring Sullivan Catskills. Here are just some:


ARTS AND CULTURE: PERFORMING ARTS, ART GALLERIES & EXHIBITS. Here's the trail map.

ATTRACTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT: AGRI-TOURISM, WINE & SPIRITS TRAIL, MUSEUMS & HISTORIC, MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE, CASINOS & GAMING, WELLNESS & YOGA, ANIMALS & ZOOS, FAIRS & FESTIVALS, KID FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

Craft beverage trail

Farms and Farmers Markets

hiking trails

MOTORCYCLE MAP

POTTERY TRAIL

shopping:  ANTIQUES, FLEA MARKETS, POTTERY, LOCAL PRODUCTS & SPECIALTY SHOPS. Here's an antique Trail Map.

special occasions

SULLIVAN CATSKILLS DOVE TRAIl

SULLIVAN CATSKILL TRAILKEEPER

WATER AND LAND ADVENTURES: GOLF, MOTOR SPORTS, SOFT & EXTREME ADVENTURE, BOATING, RAFTING, KAYAKING, & CANOEING, SWIMMING, HORSEBACK RIDING, BIKING & HIKING, FISHING & HUNTING, EAGLE & WILDLIFE WATCHING, SKIING & WINTER SPORTS


Sullivan Catskills also has a ton of incredible events scheduled!


May 6: Wild Ramp Fest & Market

May 6: SUNY Sullivan Kite Festival

May 7: 2023 First Sunday Market & Country Fair

May 10: Graham Nash: Sixty Years of Songs and Stories

May 13: Catskill Cuisine

May 14: Mother’s Day at The Homestead Restaurant + Lounge

May 20: TAP® New York Craft Beer & Music Festival feat. The Wailers, Blues Traveler & more!

June 1: Hollywood Vampires (feat Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp & Joe Perry) with Barry Goudreau's Engine Room

June 4: The 2nd Annual Sullivan County Music Festival

June 29: An Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band

July 1: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss with special guest JD McPherson

July 3: Shania Twain with special guest Priscilla Block

July 2: Motorcycle and Car Show / Country Fair

July 5: Tears for Fears with special guest Cold War Kids

July 6: Chris Stapleton with special guests Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives & Allen Stone

July 7: Big Time Rush w/ special guests Max & Jax

July 9: Counting Crows with special guest Dashboard Confessional

July 14: Jason Aldean with special guests Mitchell Tenpenny, Corey Kent & DeeJay Silver

July 28: Dierks Bentley with Jordan Davis & The Cadillac Three

July 29: Outlaw Music Festival

August 3: The Chicks with special guest Wild Rivers

August 6: Summer Harvest Festival & Country Fair

August 6: Goo Goo Dolls with special guest O.A.R.

August 9: River Ramblers at Rock Hill Summer Concert Series

August 12: Zac Brown Band with Marcus King & King Calaway

August 13: Joe Bonamassa and Friends

August 18-20: 143rd Grahamsville Little World’s Fair

August 19-20: Catbird Music Festival 2023

August 24: Sam Hunt with Brett Young & Lily Rose

September 1: Rod Stewart with special guest Cheap Trick

Getaway Destination: Sullivan Catskills
By Cathy Ithier May 3, 2025
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Unwind and Unplug: Live Music & Craft Spirits Every Friday in South Norwalk.
By Cathy Ithier April 30, 2025
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By Cathy Ithier April 30, 2025
May Happenings Heat Up at Edmond Town Hall – Don’t Miss These Upcoming Events! Edmond Town Hall is your destination for top-tier entertainment this spring! Located in the heart of Newtown, CT, this beloved venue continues to bring nationally recognized talent and family-friendly programming to the Western Connecticut region of Fairfield County. Kicking off a stellar month of May is Almost Queen – the nation’s premier Queen tribute band – rocking the stage on Saturday, May 3 . This show is nearly sold out , so if you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, call the Box Office at (203) 270-4285. Then, on Thursday, May 8 , the Speaker Series returns with a heartfelt and uplifting evening featuring Steve Gross , Chief Playmaker of the Life is Good Company. He’ll share his inspiring mission to help children heal through joy and optimism. Reserve your seat here. Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? How about laughter? On Thursday, May 16 , comedian and The Daily Show correspondent Michael Kosta brings his Lucky Loser Tour to Edmond Town Hall. It’s a smart, witty night of stand-up you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets here before they’re gone! The whole family will love the launch of the ETH Family Series on Sunday, May 18 , with Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys . This high-energy band brings kid-friendly tunes and interactive fun that will have everyone dancing. Make Sunday afternoon family time special—tickets available here. Looking ahead to June, treat Dad early this Father’s Day with a night of laughs! Saturday, June 7 features Stand-Up Comedy with Jason Salmon , with special guest Joe Gerics , lighting up the comedy stage from 8–10 PM. Don’t miss this hilarious night out—get your tickets here. Whether you’re looking for live music, comedy, or family fun, Edmond Town Hall is the place to be this spring .
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By Cathy Ithier April 28, 2025
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Comics To Know: Brandon Reaves Takes the Stage at NY Comedy Club Stamford on Wednesday April 30.
By Cathy Ithier April 27, 2025
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