Festival of the Arts

Mohonk has long been a destination for artists who find inspiration in the unparalleled beauty of its surroundings and the founding family’s dedication to serving mind, body, and spirit. Curated by 4th generation Smiley family member Maria Guralnik, the Summer Festival of the Arts, provides an opportunity for guests to experience a wide range of outstanding artists and entertainers.

Whether you prefer family entertainment, dance, theater, Broadway, folk, jazz, roots, or classical, the Festival of the Arts offers a dash of creative inspiration to cap off your summer evening at Mohonk.

9pm: Classical Smackdown: Time Travelers
Acclaimed pianist Frederic Chiu delights in engaging audiences around innovative programs designed to spark curiosity and dialogue. The passage of time (and place) is underlined by pairing two master composers, J.S. Bach and Philip Glass, whose music speaks universally although they are separated in time by almost 300 years!