The best things to do in Saugerties

On Bard College’s Hudson Valley campus, Weis Cinema is the campus screen for film nights that lean thoughtful and conversation friendly. If your week needs artful distraction, keep an eye on Bard’s events calendar and pounce when something intriguing pops up.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, October 15, 2026

Whether you’re sneaking out after work or corralling the kiddos, New York Golf Park keeps it fun with a legit driving range, mini golf, and real coaching from award-winning PGA pro Lucas Cohen. Programs like Get Golf Ready, Junior Golf Camps, Chip & Sip BYOB, and PGA HOPE make it easy to level up.

From the Catskill newsletter, October 1, 2026

Time & Space Limited keeps the calendar stacked with art-house films, original avant-garde theater, and smart extras like gallery shows, visiting artists, and post-screening Q&As. It’s the spot when you want something thought-provoking on a weeknight, with Met Opera and NT Live on the docket for extra polish.

From the Catskill newsletter, October 4, 2026

Community Theater is a revived 1920s vaudeville house turned two-screen indie cinema that mixes first-run movies with repertory classics and offbeat gems, plus Q&As, live scores, and the occasional Sleepover Saturday or Pre-K Matinee.

From the Catskill newsletter, September 26, 2026

Catskill Golf Resort is open to the public with daily green fees, leagues, pickleball memberships, and a 12 station driving range if your irons need a pep talk. Scenic Northern Catskills views plus Bistro 27 for the post-round bite make it an easy local go-to.

From the Catskill newsletter, September 23, 2026

Mountain Cinema keeps it local with an Independent Film Series, Thursday Classics, and a smart mix that jumps from Pixar anniversaries to new indie releases and cherished deep cuts. It’s the kind of screen where neighbors linger to chat after the credits.

From the Catskills newsletter, September 20, 2026

Patel's Kingston Lanes keeps weeknights and rainy Saturdays interesting with 40 slick lanes, cosmic bowling you can actually reserve, an arcade, axe throwing, and a legit bar. Solid pick for leagues or birthdays, and yes, they even print custom phone cases in minutes because why not.

From the Catskills newsletter, October 13, 2026

Rosendale Theatre keeps the reels and community vibes going with classic film nights, Sunday Silents, Creature Features, live music, and National Theatre Live.

From the Catskills newsletter, September 3, 2026

RAH's Playland & Parlor packs go-karts, mini golf, and batting cages for all ages, plus The Delicious Parlor to refuel when someone insists on a rematch. It’s the kind of low-stress, high-laughs outing Ulster County families rely on when screens need a timeout.

From the Catskills newsletter, August 12, 2026

Whether you’re chasing a friendly putt-off or need to tire out the teens, Puttin Plus Family Fun Center brings 18 holes of quirky challenge, go-karts that rip around a Catskills track, laser tag, bumper cars, and batting cages. Grab a cone and make it a low-stress weeknight win.

From the Saugerties newsletter, October 22, 2026