Hudson Valley Expo in Peekskill: Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018

The majestic Hudson River once again serves as the backdrop for the Hudson Valley Exposition, the region's most anticipated family fun event of the summer. Live main stage music and local food and beverages are headlining this year's Expo on Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 1pm to 10pm.

Over 100 artisans, interactive kids activities, community groups and local businesses will welcome visitors at Peekskill Riverfront Green Park, adjacent to the Metro North Train Station. The Fireworks Finale will top off the night. Suggested voluntary entry donation: $10 for adults, kids free.

“There's a reason why we call the Hudson Valley our home, and we want to encourage everyone to discover all that our region has to offer. There's something for everyone,” said Deb Milone, Executive Director of the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce.

The Exposition celebrates the benefits and bounty of living in the Hudson Valley with a focus on art, music, trendy businesses, holistic/wellness, and energy and technology along with the best of the Hudson Valley's food, beer and wine.

Kids will enjoy an interactive experience in the Kids Zone where they can make art, challenge their knowledge of science through experiments, hold a variety of exotic animals and immerse themselves in an air stream of bubbles.

Suggested voluntary donation of $10 per adult 18 and over to enter the Exposition Area will be happily accepted to help cover the large expense it takes to present an event of the size. Kids accompanied by an adult are free. Most activities and demonstrations are free, but some may require an additional fee. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

Vendor applications will be taken until all spaces are filled. Artists, artisans and non-profit groups can reserve a 10 foot by 10 foot space for just $150 chamber members/$200 non-members. General vendor spots are $300/$400 for chamber member/non-chamber member. Food vendor spots, if available, are $300/$400 for chamber member/non-chamber member. Larger spaces are available upon request for an additional fee. Applications may be downloaded at www.hvexposition.com/vendorapplications. For more information, email Lauren Brady at lbrady@hvgatewaychamber.com.

Expo organizers are also seeking volunteers to help make the event run smoothly. Volunteers 14 years of age and above are eligible. Student volunteer hours are eligible for community service credit. Anyone interested in volunteering should call (914) 737-3600 or email Lauren at LBrady@hvgatewaychamber.com.

The Exposition and Fireworks are presented by the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce with the generous support from Entergy, D. Bertoline & Sons, City of Peekskill, Ginsburg Development Co., Fidelis, NewYork Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, Continental Buchanan, and BASF.

For more information, please contact 914-737-3600 or visit www.hvexposition.com. For regular updates, please follow the Exposition's Facebook event page or check the website.