DAY PASSES are available: October 13
Northeast Blacksmiths Association’s Fall Hammer-In 2025
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
Learn the art of forging hot steel using traditional blacksmithing tools and skills at the semi-annual Northeast Blacksmiths'Â Ashokan Hammer-In.
New England Bladesmiths Guild - Ashokan Sword Seminar 2025
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
The New England Bladesmiths Guild’s seminar at Ashokan is one of the oldest and most prestigious hammer-ins in America. You will learn history, design concepts, metallurgy, forging and finishing techniques, and heat treatment.
Fall Explorations – Mushroom Ecology Hike 2025
Sun, Oct 5 @ 2 – 4 PM
Luke Sarrantonio delves into the ecology of mushrooms as we explore the Ashokan Center grounds. 2 - 4pm
Fall Family Fun Fest 2025
Sun, Oct 19 @ 12-5 PM
Enjoy activities for all ages including hayrides, cider-making, blacksmithing, pumpkin-decorating, live music, guided hikes, and tasty food! 12-5pm
Draw Botanical 2025
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
Nature enthusiasts of ALL artistic skill levels, join Wendy Hollender, Lara Call Gastinger, Giacomina Ferrillo, and Jean Mackay for a special weekend retreat celebrating nature and botanical art. Develop your nature journaling techniques with fellow passionate creators in a friendly, informal learning environment.
Banjo Weekend 2025
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
It’s Ashokan’s third annual Banjo Weekend, featuring all styles and levels of instruction, jamming, and fun-filled banjo inspiration with Scott Hopkins, Mike Merenda, Joe Newberry, Peter Davis, Ned Luberecki and Abigail Washburn.
Banjo Concert 2025
Fri, Nov 7
Join us for a fabulous evening of 5-string bliss in the performance hall with Scott Hopkins, Abigail Washburn, Mike + Ruthy, Joe Newberry, Peter Davis, and Ned Luberecki. 7:30pmÂ
Eloise & Co.
Sun, Nov 23
Hear the magical tunes of fiddle, accordion, and piano when Eloise & Elodie take the Ashokan Center stage! 3 PM in the Performance Hall
New Year’s Winter Camp 2026
Mon, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 1
Join us for our annual New Year's Winter Camp—workshops, singing, dancing, jamming, and a festive finale in a winter wonderland!
New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance 2026
Wed, Dec 31
Ring in 2026 with a delightful mix of swing, cajun, contras, squares, and more - at the Ashokan Center. Music by Jay & Molly, and more!
JAM-uary Weekend 2026
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18
Do you play guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or dobro? Come be part of a bluegrass jam weekend with Austin Scelzo.
Winter Hoot 2026
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
Join us for a weekend of exceptional roots music and good times for all ages during the annual Winter Hoot. Join us for a day or stay the whole weekend!
Hot Chocolate Fest 2026
Sat, Feb 14
Enjoy everyone's favorite hot beverage - choose from 8 delicious flavors in a lovely winter setting! Plus live music, kid's activities, great food, guided hikes, and more!
Maple Fest 2026
Sat, Mar 14
Come enjoy a day of maple sugaring, pancakes, and good times for all ages! Blacksmithing demos, live music, cozy campfires, and guided hikes to the place where the magic happens - the sugar shack!
Ariles Son Jarocho Camp 2026
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10
Spend a 3-day weekend surrounded by Son Jarocho, the beautiful traditional folk music, song, and dance of Veracruz Mexico! ​​
Private Events
lisa.hurley@ashokancenter.org
Public Events & Camps
events@ashokancenter.org