Nyack in January is the rare combo of outdoorsy, artsy, and “I can do something cool without a 2-hour commute.” Let’s go.
1.First Day Hike & Festival (Nyack Beach State Park) — Thu, Jan 1 @ 11 AM–2 PM
Start the year with fresh air and “I’m a healthy person now” energy. (Even if you celebrate after with snacks.)
Cost Box: Free
2.Film Screening: It Was Just An Accident (Nyack Center) — Wed, Jan 14 @ 8–10 PM
A solid midweek plan when you want culture but not chaos.
Cost Box: $9.00
3.Knickerbocker Ice Festival (Rockland Lake State Park) — Jan 23–25
Big community festival vibes rooted in local history—aka the kind of thing you’ll be glad you didn’t skip.
Cost Box: Free admission • Parking $10
4.Classical Candlelight Concert (ArtsRock at The Angel Nyack) — Sat, Jan 24 @ 7 PM
A classy night out that still feels approachable. Candlelight concerts are basically winter’s cheat code.
Cost Box: Premium $58 • General $42 • Student $15
5.80’s+ Party (Nyack Center) — Sat, Jan 31
If January needs a reset button, this is it. Bonus points if you show up with full commitment to the theme.
Cost Box: $22.00
My top pick: Knickerbocker Ice Festival (biggest “you’ll remember this” energy).
Pick your Nyack vibe: hike, film, festival, candlelight, or 80’s, and tell me why.