Fourth of July Celebration Week

Blacksmith Demonstration

Join our resident Barn Museum curator Jim Clark to discover the techniques and skills used in the art of blacksmithing.

Guided Afternoon Hike

Take a leisurely hike along Copes Lookout Road, Humpty Dumpty Road, Short Woodland Drive, and Lake Shore Road with our Recreations team. Approximately 2 miles. Age 7 and up. Proper footwear is required: sneakers or hiking boots.

Reptile Encounter with Mark Perpetua

Have you ever heard a rattlesnake rattle? Did you know alligators have three eyelids? Meet these animals and more tonight with naturalist Mark Perpetua during an exciting Reptile Encounter. Mark will even wrap up with a giant python as he explains what makes reptiles such incredible survivors.

Evening Campfire

Take a seat by the campfire and construct “s’more” of our favorite gooey treats and enjoy an old-fashioned sing-along!

Guided Mountain Bike Ride

Take a guided ride of the mountain on wheels! Ages 16 and up. Approximately 4-6 miles. All levels welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time to get fitted for a bicycle.

Additional fee of $30 for this activity includes mountain bike and helmet.

Craft Demonstration: Feltmaking with Carol Cypher

Learn the art of feltmaking from local professional fiber artist, Carol Cypher.

Tomahawk Throwing

Please join one of our Mohonk staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. Up to 40 people. Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Nature Hike: The Gift of Trees

Join Naturalist Michael Ridolfo on this informative hike to learn about trees. As nature’s provider for everything from survival—shelter, water, fire, food, medicine, and more. Moderate pace.

Night Hike: Nocturnal Journal

Join naturalist Michael Ridolfo as we walk to Cope’s Lookout watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night – owls, frogs, insects, coyotes, stars. No flashlights, cell phones or electronic devices please.

Live Entertainment: Howard Fishman Quartet

Direct from Brooklyn, NY, Howard Fishman Quartet performs an eclectic mix of New Orleans style-jazz, blues, standards, and Americana featuring Fishman’s vocals and guitar accompanied by violin, trumpet and upright bass. The New York Times writes “rather than studiously copying the sounds of the past, this band recombines familiar sounds to create its own brand of classicism [that] transcends time and idiom,” and The New Yorker dubbed the group “the freshest small-group swing in the city.”

Guided Meditation

Experience the peace of guided meditation with easy-to-learn stress-reducing techniques to bring harmony and peace within. Ages 16+. Classes limited to 24 participants. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes prior to start of class. No late admittance.

Guided Rock Scramble

Rock Scramble through Humpty Dumpty and Eagle Cliff Ascent. This is a strenuous hike over and under rocks. Approximately 2 miles. Age 7 and up. Proper footwear is required: sneakers or hiking boots.

Craft Demonstration: Basket Weaving with Elizabeth Murphy

Learn the art and ancient techniques of basket weaving with Elizabeth Murphy.

Anthony Salazar: Magical Illusions

A new Mohonk favorite, Anthony Salazar has come back with his exciting two-person show! Witness amazing illusions choreographed to high-energy music; a carefully blended combination of magic, comedy, dance, and audience participation that will leave you breathless!

Evening Campfire

Take a seat by the campfire and construct “s’more” of our favorite gooey treats and enjoy an old-fashioned sing-along!

Open House at the Fire House

Stop by for fun and festivities including fire extinguisher training, fire sprinkler demonstration, thermal imager demonstration, and more! Goodie bags and door prizes for kids, too!

Touch a Truck

Family opportunity to explore an excavator, skid steer, fire truck, and many more vehicles!

Parade Formation Location

If you want to march in the parade, please join us as we form the parade order. Come dressed up in costume or your favorite red, white and blue attire! We step off promptly at 2:15pm.

4th of July Parade

Don’t miss our annual 4th of July parade! Music by The Hudson Seven Riverboat Band.

4th of July Carnival

Head up to the Pavilion and join in the fun! Games, popcorn, bounce castle, dunk tank, and lots of prizes. All ages welcome.

4th of July Water Show

Join us for this annual Mohonk tradition of family friendly water competitions such as porch diving and more! Ages 7 and up can participate with parental permission.

Registration is required to participate in the Water Show.
Parents must sign up their children between 9:30am – 3:30pm at the Information Summerhouse located across from the Boat Dock. Guests will receive a wristband after they have registered which must be worn to participate.

Concert on the Lake: The Hudson Seven Riverboat Band

Begin the evening festivities listening to an energizing performance headed by local band leader Jason Clinton. Seating is available on the Lake Lounge and Parlor Porches.

Illumination of the Mountain

As dusk settles, a peaceful reflection of brilliant color glows from rocky ledges to cliff-bound lake. The combination of voice, Catherine Thorpe and Robert Melikyan, trumpet by Roger Thorpe paired with a spectacular fireworks display by Legion Fireworks, is a unique way to celebrate July 4th. Readings by Tom Smiley and Eric Gullickson.

Guided Rock Scramble

Rock Scramble through the Labyrinth. This is a strenuous hike over and under rocks, and up and down ladders. Approximately 1 mile. Age 7 and up. Proper footwear is required: sneakers or hiking boots.

Guided Afternoon Hike

Take a leisurely hike along Home Farm Loop with our Recreations team. Approximately 1 ¾ miles. Age 7 and up. Proper footwear is required: sneakers or hiking boots.

Total Body Conditioning

Circuit training that is a unique blend of calisthenics, strength and endurance, which can be accomplished with either body-weight or equipment. Ages 16+. Classes limited to 24 participants. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes prior to start of class.

Live Entertainment: TBD