Metro-North Railroad is offering customers special getaway deals for three upcoming Hudson Valley events that celebrate the area’s scenery, history, delicious locally produced wine, spirits and food.  Riding Metro-North is a safe, economical and easy way to experience a beautiful fall day in the Hudson Valley, a region declared one of the top twenty tourist destinations in the world.  Making the trip on Metro-North is part of the fun. Frommer’s Travel Guide calls the Metro-North ride along the Hudson River “one of the most scenic train trips in the United States.” 

 

Join the fun and don’t miss out on these great Hudson Valley events. 

 

The Experience:

This five-hour premium event features over 200 releases from some of America’s best craft breweries, delicious food, a selection of vendors and live music.  Participants must be at least 21 years of age to attend.

 

Event organizers recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to the start time, as ID checks must be performed. In order to be admitted to the event you must have your printed paper ticket in hand or a digital ticket on your mobile device.

 

The Trip:

Catch a Metro-North Hudson Line train to the Beacon station, which is adjacent to Riverfront Park. 

 

The Deal:

Save $10 on tickets by using the code: MNR2016. The $45 standard ticket price includes: 4 hours of beer sampling (1 – 5 p.m.), a souvenir sampling glass and live music entertainment. The $75 VIP ticket includes: 5 hours of beer sampling (noon – 5 p.m.), an official event t-shirt, a souvenir sampling glass and live music entertainment.

To purchase tickets and for more information about the event, please visit: http://web.mta.info/mnr/html/getaways/outbound_beer_fest.htm

 

The Experience:

Head to the “great tent” on 9 Vassar Street to sample some of the area’s finest craft beers, ales and ciders, eat some pub grub and listen to live music. The event celebrates the heritage of Matthew Vassar, who made his fortune brewing ale in the Hudson Valley in the 1800's, and features art exhibits and tours of historic buildings.  Participants must be at least 21 years of age to attend.

 

The Trip:

Catch a Metro-North Hudson Line train to the Poughkeepsie Station and walk a few short blocks east on Main Street to 9 Vassar Street.

 

The Deal:

Buy tickets online using the MNR2016 promo code and present your rail ticket receipt at the admission table or save $5.00 off the regular $20 admission price, when you present your Metro-North train ticket receipt at the gate.  Admission includes a commemorative pilsner glass. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

 

To purchase tickets on-line and for more information about the event, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-vassar-street-brew-fest-tickets-25429016874#tickets  or: www.cunneen-hackett.org 

Customers can also call: 845 486-4571

 

 

The Experience:

Explore the beauty of the Hudson Valley on this 20-mile bike adventure to Tuthilltown Spirits and Whitecliff Vineyard. Experience the Walkway-Over-the Hudson and two stunning bike trails. Then, enjoy several tastings of local wine and spirits along with a lunch in a historic grist mill.

 

The bike tour begins and ends at the Poughkeepsie station. It’s a vehicle supported ride, so if you have trouble with your bike or can’t finish the tour, we’ve got you – and your bike - covered!  All levels and abilities welcome. Wines and spirits purchased throughout the day are carried for you. 

 

The Trip:

Catch the Hudson Line train to the Poughkeepsie station that departs from Grand Central Terminal at 8:46 a.m. When the train arrives at the Poughkeepsie station at 10:36 a.m., your tour guide will be there to meet you.

 

The Deal:

The $189.75 Metro-North getaway package includes: a round-trip train ticket, snacks and water throughout the ride, lunch, a tasting and distillery tour at Tuthilltown Sprits and a tasting at Whitecliff Vineyards.

 

To information about the Hudson Valley Winery & Distillery Tour and to purchase tickets, please visit:

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You can call also call: 917-748-1119

 

To learn more about other terrific Metro-North getaway deals, please visit: http://web.mta.info/mnr/html/outbound.htm

 

For information about Metro-North train schedules, visit our schedules page at http://web.mta.info/mnr/html/planning/schedules/schedules.htm or download the free Metro-North Train Time App for train times. The app is available via the Apple Store for iOS devices or Google Play Store for Android along with MTA eTix™ - Metro-North Railroad’s mobile ticketing app which allows customers to buy Metro-North tickets on their mobile device -- anytime, anywhere.