Jingle Bells & Homemade Magic in the Catskills
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Welcome to the Sullivan Catskills Your Ideal NY Vacation Gateway!
Our legendary vacationland is just 90 minutes from New York City. Since the 19th century, visitors have flocked here to stay, fish, and relax. In 1969, half a million people descended on our small town of Bethel for the Woodstock Music and Arts Fair.
Today, families, couples, and friends come to escape and recharge in our breathtaking natural beauty filled with small-town charm and punctuated by big experiences in every season. Enjoy the rush of a river trip on the Delaware. Fish in the crystal-clear waters where American fly-fishing was born. Unwind at stunning resorts, charming boutique inns, B&Bs, campgrounds, and vacation rentals. Immerse yourself in our lively arts, history, and culture scene, including the one and only Sullivan Catskills Dove Trail. Indulge in our inventive Catskill-i-cious cuisine and our award-winning craft beverage trail. Our hoteliers, proprietors, and restaurateurs can’t wait to see you.
Events
From lively music festivals and charming farmers’ markets to art shows and seasonal celebrations, events in the Sullivan Catskills bring the community to life and offer something for everyone to enjoy.
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1PM - FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOW 5PM - GROWN-UPS ONLY SHOW
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You are warmly invited to an intimate holiday gathering featuring...
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Holiday Market
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Fun holiday party at the roscoe collective!
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The Parlor transforms into an intimate jazz club for a...
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Join us for our latest concert Baroque Masters of Music....
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The Met: Live in HD will be transmitting a series...
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Two nights of a made up museums fictitious cafe.
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musical celebration in honor of our friend and neighbor IRVING...
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Get ready to celebrate the Holidays in the Catskills 🎄There is something for everyone, so make plans to enjoy the holiday season in Sullivan County!
✨ Holiday Happenings
• Peace, Love and Lights at @bethelwoodscenter, all month
• Tinsel & Trains at the Roscoe O&W Railway Museum on December 13 and 14 from 11AM–4PM
🎶 Performances
• Cozy Catskills Holiday Revue at @dvartsalliance on December 13 at 1PM and 5PM
• Songs, Stories and Sleighbells at the @delawarevalleyoperany on December 14 at 2PM
• Holiday Show at the Rivoli Theatre on December 14 at 2PM with @scdw1950
• The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year at @theeldredpreserve on December 21 at 7PM
🛍️ Holiday Markets
• Holiday Art Show & Sale at @hallspaceby_nonneta on December 5 from 12–5PM (open weekends through January 2)
• @crookedwillowpotterystudio Holiday Show from December 12–14, 11AM–4PM.
@dickensonthedelaware in Callicoon on December 13 from 12–6PM.
🎨 Keeping Spirits Bright
• Make Your Own Live Wreath Workshop at @hurleyvillearts on December 10 at 6PM
• Gingerbread House Making Workshop at @seminaryhillny on December 13 at 3PM
• Kids Craft Hour: Tree Cookie Ornaments at @hurleyvillearts on December 17 at 6PM.
🎁 Check the link in bio for more details!
Check out everything happening in Sullivan County this weekend! Come have some fun in the Catskills.
❄️ Thursday, December 11th
@slugwines X @hoagieman_500 Pop-Up at @thejunctionroscoe | 5PM
Trivia Night at @tavernonmainny in Jeffersonville | 6:30 PM
Trivia Night at @rafterstavern | 6:30PM
Trivia at @thewoodstockway | 6PM
Trivia at @roscoemountainclub | 7PM
🥂 Friday, December 12th
Mat Pilates at @hurleyvillearts | 9:30AM
Live Music Friday at @pelkeystavern | 4PM
Open Mic Night at @tangocafehurleyville | 6PM
Karaoke at @thedalepizza | 9PM
🧦 Saturday, December 13th
The Met Live in HD: Andrea Chénier at @suny_sullivan | 1PM
Cozy Catskills Holiday Revue at @dvartsalliance | 1PM & 5PM
White Christmas in Honor of Irvin Berlin at Lew Beach Community House @beaverkillvalleylandtrust | 5PM
A Jazz evening with Margot Seibert & the Treble Makers at @the_parlor_presents | 6:30PM
☃️ Sunday, December 14th
Parksville Rail Trail Walk and Community Menorah Lighting @sullivan_oandw_rail_trail | 3:30PM
Wine Glass Paint Night at @trailheadny | 4–6PM
Menorah Lighting Celebration at @bethelwoodscenter | 4PM
Sunday Brunch at @roscoemountainclub | 9AM
Sunday Brunch at @russianmulebreweryco | 12PM
Happy Hour at @theeldredpreserve | 3PM
For event details, directions, and more, check the link in our bio!
Here are 5 hidden gems to shop at in the Catskills 🎁
📍 @oldsoulsny in Livingston Manor, NY: Meet Gussie the shop dog & browse quality outdoor gear
📍 @crystalconnectionnewyork in Wurtsboro, NY: Shop a huge gemstone selection & wellness spa with salt cave
📍 @bashakillbazaar in Wurtsboro, NY: Browse 25+ vintage vendors with antiques, vinyl, jewelry & mor
📍 @undergroundfashionoutlet in Roscoe, NY: Owned by Andy Hilfiger with curated designer pieces
📍 @thehoundbooks in Roscoe, NY: A charming bookstore with new & used books and unique gifts
Perfect stops for your next trip to upstate New York this season 🕎🎄
What shops should we feature in Part 2?
Do you have an idea to make Sullivan County shine? We would love to hear it! Apply for a Sullivan Catskill’s Grant at the link in our bio & take a look at the FAQs below!
Q: What are these grants for?
A: Tourism & event initiatives that attract tourists & locals
Q: Who can apply?
A: Chambers, businesses with a tourism focus, municipalities, arts/cultural orgs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits & event producers in Sullivan County
Q: What are the 4 categories?
🏨 Roomnight - Lodging partnerships & overnight packages
🎨 Arts & Culture - Exhibitions, festivals & cultural events
🏘️ Hamlet & Micro-Brand - Community branding, signage & storytelling\
🎪 Events - Multi-day festivals & destination events
Q: When is the deadline to apply?
A: Dec 16, 2025
Q: What don’t you fund?
A: Operating expenses, construction, debt, fundraisers, or projects without visitor impact
Q: When are reports due?
A: 60 days after project completion
📧 Questions? Email office@scva.net
This December in the Catskills ✨ Take a look at everything happening around Sullivan County and plan a visit upstate!
Events to add to your itinerary:
Thursday, December 4
Holiday Market at @thejunctionroscoe | 4–9PM
Alise at @tangocafehurleyville | 6–8pm
Friday, December 5
Holiday Art Show & Sale at @hallspaceby_nonneta | 12–5pm
(Open every Friday–Sunday through January 2)
Burlesque at @dvartsalliance | 7pm
Holiday Pop-Up Shop at @benjiandjakes | 6–9pm
Saturday, December 6
Holiday Artisan Fair at the @meecatthebashakill | 10am–3pm
Very Merry Holiday Market on Main Street in Livingston Manor | 11am–4pm
Holiday Magic in Narrowsburg | 11am–7pm
Town of Neversink Annual Tree Lighting at Bicentennial Park | 5pm
Faith in Christmas Holiday Concert & Donation Drive at @hurleyvillearts | 6pm
Burlesque at @dvartsalliance | 7pm
Sunday, December 7
Ghosts of Christmas Past at @burnbraemansion | 3–6pm
Tuesday, December 9
@SullivanFresh Takeover at @CochectonFirestation | 3–9pm
Wednesday, December 10
Make Your Own Live Wreath Workshop at @hurleyvillearts | 6pm
Thursday, December 11
@SlugWine Pop-Up at @thejunctionroscoe | 5pm
Saturday, December 13
Dickens on the Delaware in Callicoon | All day
Dinner with Santa at @bethelwoodscenter | 4pm & 6pm
@dvartsalliance Cozy Catskill Holiday Review | 1pm & 5pm
White Christmas at Lew Beach Community House | 5–6:30pm
Margi Seibert at @dvartsalliance | 6:30pm
Sunday, December 14
Paint & Sip at @trailheadny | 4–6pm
Saturday, December 20
Comedy at @thewoodstockway| 4–7pm
Dinner with Santa at @bethelwoodscenter | 4pm & 6pm
Friday, December 26
Jazz at @seminaryhillny | 5–8pm
It’s going to be a great December in the Sullivan Catskills! For more festivities, check the link in our bio.
🍰 Best Dessert Spots in the Catskills 🍰
Sweet tooth calling? Here are the top bakeries in Sullivan County you need to visit!
📍 Floyd & Bobo’s (Liberty)
📍 @cuppiecakedesserts (Jeffersonville)
📍 @countyroadbakery (Callicoon)
📍 @thewalkinmanor (Livingston Manor)
📍 @thecoffeewaycafe (Wurtsboro)
📍 DeFilippis Bakery (Monticello)
Save this for your next Catskills trip! What should I include in Part 2? 👇
🍰 Best Dessert Spots in the Catskills 🍰
Craving something sweet in Sullivan County? These bakeries are must-visits for your next trip upstate! Perfect for holiday treats or just satisfying that sweet tooth 🧁
📍 Floyd & Bobo’s (Liberty) - Fresh daily pastries & snacks
📍 @cuppiecakedesserts (Jeffersonville) - Creative weekly specials
📍 @countyroadbakery (Callicoon) - 100% gluten-free everything
📍 @thewalkinmanor (Livingston Manor) - Famous buttermilk biscuits & sourdough
📍 @thecoffeewaycafe (Wurtsboro) - Handmade Italian pastries + thrift shopping
📍 DeFilippis Bakery (Monticello) - Huge variety from cookies to ice cream cakes
Save this for your next Catskills adventure! What bakeries should I feature in Part 2? 👇
Have a great Thanksgiving! If you are visiting the Catskills, here’s your guide to what is happening across Sullivan County this weekend. 🍂🦃✨
🤎 Wednesday, November 26
• Wine & good times at @sunshinecolony | 5PM in Livingston Manor
• Thanksgiving Eve dance Party @thedalepizza | 9PM in Mountaindale
• Live Jazz at @upward.brewing | 6PM in Livingston Manor
• @libertystarbarandgrill | Live event at 8 PM, Liberty
🍽️ Thanksgiving Day Dinners
(Be sure to call ahead for reservations!)
• @thechatwallodge
• @theblackwalnut
• @theeldredpreserve
• @newmunsondiner
• @northbranchinn
• @thedebruce
• @thearnoldhouse
• @theheronny
• @callicoonhills
• @libertydiner1990
• @stumbleoutbar
• @roscoemountainclub
🍁 Friday, November 28
• @delawareyouthcenter Holiday Craft Fair | 10 AM–4 PM
• 2nd Annual Logger Lighting at @twofarmsbrewing | 4–8 PM
• @seminaryhillny: Jazz on the Hill | 5–8 PM
• @twofarmsbrewing Hat Paint & Sip | 6–8 PM
• Annual James Dworetsky Holiday Parade, @ilovejeffny | 7 PM
• Karaoke at Van Smokey & The Dale
🕯️ Saturday, November 29
• @visitcallicoon Tree Lighting | 5 PM
• @wjffradio’s Annual Music Sale at Liberty Mall | 10 AM
• @visit_wurtsboro Shop Local Saturday at Veteran’s Park | 1–4 PM
• Holidaze Small Business Saturday @cottagewines @badgoodsvintage @river.town.sound | 1–7 PM
• @greaterbarryvillechamber Tree Lighting | 7 PM
• @livingstonmanorturkeytrout | 10 AM in Livingston Manor
• Stand Up Comedy at @the_parlor_presents | 7:30 PM in Narrowsburg
For more events, details, and information, click the link in our bio!
Ski season is right around the corner in The Catskills ❄️ Here’s what you can expect this winter in Sullivan County ⬇️
⛷️ @skiholidaymountain: Skiing, Boarding & Tubing with tons of updates for the 2025–26 Season!
• Independence Park terrain park with 500 ft of new features and rope tow
• Brand new rental equipment
• Rebuilt triple chairlift and brand-new quad lift
• Upgraded snowmaking across the mountain
• Expanded tubing park with a conveyor lift, more snowmaking, new lighting, and music
• The River Lodge: your new base for tubing, day camp, and easy parking access
🏂 @kartriteresort x Holiday Mountain: Splash & Ski Package
• Stay at The Kartrite Resort
• Enjoy New York’s biggest indoor waterpark
• Ski Holiday Mountain for a full day on the slopes
🎿 @villaromaresort: Affordable Skiing & Tubing, great for beginners
• Slopes & tubing runs
• Snowmaking
• Lessons and rentals for all ages
• A cozy chalet
• All inclusive resort packages are available
It’s time to start planning a fun winter! Click the link in our bio for more info.
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