Callicoon Artwalk 2026

Saturday, October 10th, 2026 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday Night Artcrawl, 5-7pm

CALLICOON ARTWALK showcases the growing art and music scene in the picturesque hamlet of Callicoon on the Delaware. The event highlights the arts in unconventional places throughout the hamlet including storefronts, public spaces and the historic Callicoon Depot.

This event supports the continued growth of the local art and music scene by attracting locals and tourists alike to come experience our vibrant creator community. This event is FREE, open to the public and aims to be a major force for developing cultural initiatives in the Hamlet of Callicoon and Sullivan County.

Festivities officially kick off on Saturday at noon with 50+ local artists display paintings, drawings, photographs, ceramics, sculptures and video and a full day of Live Music, Theatre Performances, Film Screenings, Workshops, Artist ‘Meet & Greet’s, Book Signings, Demonstrations and more, throughout the day!

After Artwalk, head to one of the many wonderful restaurants or taverns in Callicoon for dinner, drinks and more live entertainment!

A handy map will be distributed with the full schedule of programming, work on view and participating locations.

* Catch a sneak peek of the artist’s work on display at Friday evening’s ARTCrawl, 5-7p  –participating businesses will be staying open a little later for a preview of the art on display at Callicoon’s Main Street shops & Restaurants. 

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For more info please contact events.callicoon@gmail.com 

  @callicoon_artwalk.

With gratitude, we thanks our incredible sponsors for their support! 

The Sullivan County Democrat • Hudson Valley Credit Union • Sullivan Catskills • Jeff Bank • Wayne Bank • Garnet Health Catskills  and Radio Catskill.

This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Callicoon Artwalk is produced by the Callicoon Businesiss Association, a volunteer-run, 501(c)6 not for profit organization dedicated to the enhancement, economic development and promotion of the Hamlet of Callicoon and its surrounding region. 

Friday (10/10) Evening ARTCrawl | 5pm to 7pm 

Catch a sneak peek of the artist’s work on display at Friday evening’s ARTCrawl. Participating businesses will be staying open a little later for a preview of the art on display at Callicoon’s Main Street Shops & Restaurants.

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

ARTCrawl Opening Reception | The Callicoon Marketplace

Get a first look at some of the beautiful art going into the building  and enjoy late shopping, specials & artist Meet & Greets. Drinks by Slug Wines, snacks by Channery Hill Farm + Catsilk spinning at Vinylkill Records!

Drop in to take in the scene & pick up a map of  participating ARTCrawl locations & activities.

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Artwalk ARTCrawl Cocktail Specials | Callicoon Brewing Company
Enjoy cocktail special while previewing the artists exhibinitng at Callicoon Brewing Co. and The Emporium – just next door! (OPEN until 11pm) 

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Studio Open House with artist Todd Lantz | Dead End Studio
Vist the new space now showing new work by artist Todd Latz.

Please Note: This exhibit will only be available to view on Friday evening.

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Art-inspired, visually stunning Cocktail Menu | Peppino’s Family Restaurant
Peppinos will be featuring an Art inspired, visually stunning Cocktail Menu and delicious, unique & creative Signature Dinners.

Callicoon Artwalk 2026 Programming

Saturday (10/10) Events, Screenings & Workshops

11:00 am – 1:00 pm

‘Fantastical Films‘ curated by Elizabeth Ennis | The Callicoon Theater [Lobby opens at 10:30am]
A block of short films curated by local photographer, illustrator, painter, multimedia artist and curator, Elizabeth Ennis, and Emmy Award-winning documentarian and filmmaker, Michel Negroponte.

Films from local filmmakers: Robyn Almquist, Katrin Altekamp, Ken Brown, Lisa Crafts, Elizabeth Ennis, Mike Estabrook, Tessa Hughes-Freeland, Ianthe Jackson, Evie McKenna, Michel Negroponte, Zak Shavrick, Gerald Slota and Lili White.

*Please note this programming contains adult material that may not be suitable for children. Showings at 11am and 12pm.  (run time: 1hr.)

11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Edible ART: Paint a Pancake | Callicoon Caffe
Create your own Edible Art! Grab a paintbrush, toothpick, fork or finger. Get creative, mix colors & don’t forget to add sprinkles!

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Sublimation Art Workshop w/ Arts & Crafts with Ari | The Callicoon Depot
Learn the process of sublimation printing with Ari! 

Choose from the pre-printed copies of originality designed images, and transfer them onto a tote bag or zipper pouch using the heat press. 

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

‘Too Short To Suck‘ [TSTS] Films  | Callicoon Brewing Company  (Upstairs)
Feast your eyes on an encore presentation of the third annual TSTS Festival, celebrating succinct storytelling, (2 min. or less in duration) giving filmmakers the opportunity to create impactful, bite-sized films that leave a lasting impression. We will be running fims in 2 loops, starting at noon. (run time: 1 hr. 16 min.)

Short films from local and international filmmakers: Amelia Almquist, Katrin Altekamp, Ali Azios, Dylan Brooks, Marcus Brooks, Willow Brooks, Bill Buchen, Alex Castle, Maxwell Carmack, Patrick Denzer, Chris Dyas, Steve Ellis, Elizabeth Ennis, Eric Feinblatt, Rick Gibbons, Charley Gips, Joanna Hartell, Jeanne Halal, Nick Hearmon, Joe Hone, Ramona Jan, Ariana Juliet Kaminski, Maya Kaplun, James Karpowicz, Candy Lawrence, Jordan Lewart, Melanie Raeven Lopez, Tobi Magnetico, Suzie Morris, Mark Partridge, Drue Pennella, Otis Pollock, Chester Postrero, Ben Ratcliff, Miriam Rayevsky, Rob Rayevsky, AJ Rivera, Miguel Rodriguez III “Marz”, Zac Shavrick, Johnathan Swafford, and Jeffery Wiener.

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Jay Brooks Plein Air Painting Demonstration | Callicoon Depot
Visit with local artist, Jay Brooks, as he paints en plein air at the historic Callicoon Train Station.

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

John Bonafede Plein Air Painting Demonstration | ENGN
Visit with artist, John Bonafede, as he paints a watercolor en plein air of the historic Weigh Station and Silos.

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Pumpkin Decorating Contest for Kids | Western Sullivan Public Library
Calling all ghouls, goblins, and creatures of the night! Western Sullivan Public Library welcomes creative spirits ages 6-11 to participate in our Pumpkin Decorating Workshop. For more details and to sign up, visit the calendar at WSPLonline.org.

12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Art Book Sale | The Callicoon Depot Freight Room
The Depot used book sale, featuring art books, will continue. 

12:00 pm – 12:50 pm

Dan Brinkerhoff’s Pop & Wok | Kitchen Table Cafe
Following there Depot Stage set, the Poison Love Duo will be heading over to the back portch at The Kitchen Table wher Dan will be making popcorn using his one of a kind Pop & Wok. (an invention of his own) In addition to serving up incredible popcorn, the due will also be serving up some tasty tunes on the porch from 1:30pm on.

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Catskill Magic Amulet Workshop w/ Gypsy Mountain Art Studio | The Callicoon Depot 
Join Jillian Rahm of Gypsy Mountain Art Studio and create your very own wearable Catskills talisman using repurposed bottle caps, paints and found materials.

2:00 pm – 4:15 pm

What Bones Carry w/ Spirit + Bones | The Emporium
What the Bones Carry is about what happens when we slow down and listen to what the land leaves behind. Join Jane Mrva of Spirit + Bones for the stories, the plant-dyed process, and the ethics behind every piece they  make. 

Talks at 2pm & 4pm. [approx. 15min.]

4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Rhyme & Pun (no -ishment) w/ Richard Traviss | The Garden @ 26 Upper Main Street (entrance to the right of Roger That Bakery)
Always wanted to know how freestylers or musical improvisers do it?  Well here’s your chance.

Join us for a workshop giving participants hands-on experience with freestyle rap, beatboxing, and storytelling in a safe, supportive environment. Richard will get you started quickly on your improvisational journey with some fun exercises to build up your extemporaneous muscles.

3:00 pm – 3:50 pm

‘Sacred Sounds‘ Performance & Drumming Workshop w/ Obi Kaye | The Callicoon Depot
A Global Rhythms performance which includes story telling and audience participation.

Combining both traditional and unusual percussion instruments, the audience enters a world of soundscapes and dance grooves, entering through a gateway to the spiritual, the emotional and, the unexplored.

Audience members are encouraged to bring their drums or other percusive instruments as Obi will lead a workshop where they will explore the reaches of the imagination.

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

‘Betrayal‘ by River Rep Theatre | The Callicoon Depot Stage
Presented in reverse chronological order, Harold Pinter’s magnetic masterpiece focuses on the affair between Emma (married to Robert) and Jerry (Robert’s best friend).

River Rep ensemble members Arthur Aulisi (The Catastrophist), Donna Jean Fogel (Every Brilliant Thing) and Christopher Peditto (‘Art’) form the “eternal triangle” in what The Telegraph calls, “the greatest, and the most moving, of all Pinter’s plays.” Aulisi, Fogel and Peditto will be joined by Thomas Cambridge (Tomorrow Today) as the Waiter.

Directed by Eliza Foss. Set design by Neira Sinanbasic. Costume design by Liz Huntington. Lights by Brendan Regimbal. Production Stage Manager LaMya Simms. Visual Design Director Kristina Perić.

“Betrayal is an exquisite play, brilliantly simple in form and courageous in its search for a poetry that turns banality into melancholy beauty.” – Newsweek 

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

‘Unfinished Business’ by Standing People Together | Callicoon Depot Pop-up Gallery
Unfinished Business’  is Standing People Together’s 2026 fellowship program, supported by the DVAA. 

In spring 2026 thirteen female actors, directors and writers worked together to explore their own ‘unfinished business’ – drawing on psychotherapy and theatre tools to facilitate the development of rich characters and scenes, culminating in a performance at the Callicoon Depot. Following the success of this first program the ensemble are continuing to develop their work.

This Callicoon ArtWalk rehearsal workshop will showcase four of the scenes and invite audience members to participate in directing the actors using  ‘Theatre of the Oppressed’ techniques.

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

10 Year Anniversary Party & Ballroom Ribbon Cutting  | Western Inn
Celebrate ten years of laughs, libations, fireside chats and nights we’re still talking about. 🥂✨ The Western is opening the entire building for one very big night and unveiling the restored Grand Ballroom with a ribbon cutting and champagne toast.

Guests will enjoy line dancing, a burlesque performance, and dancing to both LIVE music & DJs. High lights include beer tastings, craft cocktails, and a custom hat bar—and prizes for your Western best. Please visit their event site HERE for more information. 

Please Note: This is a private event hosted by the Western Inn and tickets are required. Please find more information at, westerncallicoon.com. 

And there will be Music …

12:00 pm – 12:50 pm

LIVE Music: Poison Love Duo | The Callicoon Depot Stage
Acoustic Americana featuring lead fiddle, guitar, vocal harmonies and original songwriting that beautifully weaves together elements of 60s and 70s country, rock, and folk, creating a unique and captivating musical style.

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

LIVE Music: Richard Traviss | The Callicoon Depot Stage
Sullivan County, NY native and an expressive singer-songwriter whose eclectic musical style spans rock, reggae, pop, and soul. “Heavily influenced by the sounds of Jamaica, Traviss brings an uncompromising, high-energy stage presence that blends poignant, thought-provoking lyricism with raw honesty.” – The River Reporter.

A multi-instrumentalist who performs on guitar, mandolin, and piano, he is a prominent fixture in the local Catskills live music scene. Fronting dynamic projects like Talking Fire, The Mandatory Parade, and The Secular Sextet, Traviss utilizes his message-driven performances to challenge audiences and spark community dialogue.

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

LIVE Music: Ramona Jan | The Callicoon Pantry
Musician and avant guarde composer who has worked with talking Heads, Brian Eno, Ramones and others. Former punk rock musician having played Max’s Kansas City, Peppermint Lounge, CBGB’s and more. Currently plays newly invented idiophonic instrument called Handpan.

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

LIVE Music: Poison Love Duo | The Kitchen Table Cafe Porch
After their set on the Depot Main Stage, you can catch Joanne & Dan Brokerhoff on the back porch of The Kitchen Table Cafe –they will be serving up delicious pop-corn courtesy of Dan’s one of a kind ‘Pop & Wok + some more tasting tunes!

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

LIVE Music: Caswyn Moon & Faith Kelly | The Callicoon Depot Stage
Our favorite ‘Couple of Wanderers,’ these two solo artists travel together from the Catskills to share their songs to anyone, anywhere.  Moon, brings his punky yet melodic Americana with old country undertones (accompanied by Faith on Moog synthesizer) and Kelly, her spacey folk rock’n’roll with Appalachian mountain roots.

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm

LIVE Music: Crisper | The Callicoon Depot Stage
An assembly of genetic mutations relentlessly creating discordant rhythmic sonic signals in order to penetrate and alter the DNA of humanity & beyond. Crisper is Bryson Brooks, Marcus Brooks and James Karpowicz.

3:00 pm – 3:50 pm

LIVE Music: Obi Kaye ‘Sacred Sounds’ Performance & Drumming Workshop | The Callicoon Depot Plaza
A Global Rhythms performance which includes story telling and audience participation.

Combining both traditional and unusual percussion instruments, the audience enters a world of soundscapes and dance grooves, entering through a gateway to the spiritual, the emotional and, the unexplored.

Audience members are encouraged to bring their drums or other percusive instruments as Obi will lead a workshop where they will explore the reaches of the imagination.

3:00 pm – 3:50 pm

LIVE Music: The Matt Hoffmann Experience – Solo Vibes – Free Play | ENGN Platform
A jazz vibraphonist and drummer rooted in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Hoffmann brings a spirit of exploration to every performance. Each year at the Artwalk, he embraces the freedom of fully improvised music — following sound wherever it leads. From spontaneous rhythms to unexpected melodies, Hoffmann’s sets are alive with curiosity, creativity, and the joy of simply playing.

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

LIVE Music: Ramona Jan | Roger That Bakery
Musician and avant guarde composer who has worked with talking Heads, Brian Eno, Ramones and others. Former punk rock musician having played Max’s Kansas City, Peppermint Lounge, CBGB’s and more. Currently plays newly invented idiophonic instrument called Handpan.

4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

LIVE Music: Cloud Cover: The Music of Kathy Geary  |  The Callicoon Depot Stage
Kathy Geary is a soprano, composer and radio personality (WJFF Radio Catskill’s ‘Now & Then’) who performs the music of Joni Mitchell and her own original songs. 

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

LIVE Music: Lucas Maehara Rotman | The Callicoon Depot Stage
Brooklyn based singer-songwriter Lucas Maehara is a storyteller of the human experience. Lucas blends the whimsical and the profound in his Mosaic Americana. As a multi-instrumentalist, he creates a sound as diverse as the influences that have shaped his journey; each song resonating with the shared emotions and experiences that make us human. Lucas’ music connects hearts and souls through the expressive artistry of his poetic imagery and storytelling.

5:15 pm – 6:00 pm

LIVE Music: Calla Sun | The Callicoon Depot Stage 
Upper Delaware Valley based singer-songwriter Callison Stratton blends personal storytelling, poetry and natural imagery with American Folk tradition.

Sunday (10/11) Activities

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Callicoon Depot Pop-up Gallery | The Callicoon Depot
Join us for a final viewing of works on display in this group show of work by talented local artists: Scott Asumpcao-Thompson, Catiebelle Baumer, Dana Black, John Bonafide, Hassina Brodie, Jay Brooks, RP Coleman, Kaitlyn Danielson, Thong Keokham, Janine Kroner, Diane Houghttaling, Keith Houghttaling, Darko Hreljanovic, Momo Lima, Nancy Palubniak, Kit Sailer, Raphaele Shirley, Robin Jane Solvang and Clint Spauding.

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Callicoon Depot Pop-up Gallery Closing Reception | The Callicoon Depot
 Join the artist of the Callicoon Depot Pop-up gallery to mix & mingle, discuss art and enjoy refreshments as we celebrate the close of Callicoon Artwalk 2026.

Artist’s work will be displayed throughout town! 

Susan Ambinder  • Suzanne Andrews • Arts & Crafts with Ari   •  Scott Assumpcao-Thomson  •  Mark Aubrey  •  Ariana AuClair  •   Tara Backlund • William Bierne  •  John Bonafide  •  Thomas Bosket  •   Dan Brinkerhoff Designs / Galilee Studios  •  Hassina Brodie  •  Jay Brooks  •  Berton Bulles  •  Catiebelle Bulmer  •  Leanne Cuiffo  •  Eileen Curtis Isreal  •  Tamara Jo D’Antoni • Pablo Declan  •  Gregry Downer  •  Viktoriia Endrukhina  •  Cara Enteles  • Charles Farless  •  Jane Felber  •  Jonathan Charles Fox  •  EarthknownClay  • Cassie Florence  •  Flick Ford  •  Kathe Frantz  •  Victor-Raul Garcia  •  Gypsy Mountain Art Studio  •  Patricia Heal  •  Doug Hilson  •  Zach Hyman  •  Gracie Ivory  •  Andrew Jansens  •  James Karpowicz  •  Thong Keokham  •  William Landau  •  Todd Lantz  •  Momo Lima Montserrat  •  Hana Maritz  •  Jen McGlashen  •  Forrest ‘Frosty’ Myers  •  Michel Negroponte •  Nancy Notaro  •  Nova Mills Inc.  •  Amy Orange  •  Emila Orbach  •   Michele Painter  •  Jillian Rahm  •  Judith Reeve  •  Rita Rivera  •  Sue Samek  •  Karls See  •  Zac Shavrick aka Zacmax  • Owen Smith  •  Spirit + Bones  •  Emma Tapley  •  Naomi Teppich  •  The Record Museum  •  Ralph Van Rooyen  •  Scott Woods  •  Marilou C. Zahn  •  Alex Zwarenstein

Callicoon Artwalk 2026 Committee


Artwalk Event Co-chairs | Nicole Vallance & Thong Keokham
Artwalk Committee |
Scott Asumpcao-Thomson, Ariana AuClair, Peter Crosby, Andrew McShane, Magda Stefanski & Jillian Rahm.

Please email events.callicoon@gmail.com for more information.