Festivals, Parades, Carnivals, and Fairs in Westchester, Rockland County, and Bergen County: August 2025
Soak up the last month of summer across Westchester, Rockland County, and Bergen County, with these exciting carnivals, festivals, parades, and fairs.
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Westchester
Heritage of India Festival 2025
Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy. Road, Valhalla
Sunday, Aug. 3, noon – 6 pm
All ages
Free
Celebrate India’s rich culture, art, music, literature, and culinary delights.
National Night Out
Public Safety Building, 77 S Lexington Ave., White Plains
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 5 – 8 pm
All ages
Free
The White Plains Police Department invites you to celebrate the 42nd Annual National Night Out, promoting crime and drug prevention, strengthening neighborhood spirit, and highlighting the importance of police-community partnerships. All residents are encouraged to lock their doors, turn on outside lights, and come together with neighbors and first responders for a fun-filled evening featuring over 50 local service providers and vendors, live music, entertainment, food, free raffles, children’s activities including bouncy houses, face painting, giveaways, and a dunk tank, and emergency demonstrations by the White Plains Police Special Operations Division and the Fire Department.
South Salem Fire Department Annual Carnival and Parade
South Salem Fire Department, 1190 Route 35, South Salem
Aug. 6 – 9, Wednesday-Friday, 6 – 10 pm; Saturday, 5 – 10 pm
All ages
$35 wristbands per person for unlimited rides on the night purchased
This annual carnival features exciting rides, fun games, delicious food, and great prizes! Don’t miss the parade on opening night beginning at 7 pm.
The Beacon Sloop Club’s Annual Corn Festival
Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park, 1 Flynn Drive, Beacon
Saturday, Aug. 10, noon – 5 pm
All ages
Free admission
Celebrate corn season with fresh-picked, sweet Hudson Valley corn, boiled and served with your choice of butter and special toppings. There will be two solar-powered music stages providing live music throughout the day. Numerous food and craft vendors will be on hand. Families can enjoy many free activities for children in addition to a dedicated children’s stage. The Beacon Sloop Club’s boat, the Woody Guthrie, will be taking guests on free sails from the Beacon Harbor, weather permitting. Sign up for an afternoon sail to relax and experience the beauty, power and grandeur of the Hudson.
Putnam County Wine & Music Fest
Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel
Aug. 16-17, Saturday, 11 am – 6 pm; Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
All ages
$5
Bring your blankets and chairs and get ready to enjoy some of the best wines and spirits New York has to offer, all while listening to live music and tasting great food! Families can look forward to two full days of incredible live entertainment, as well as activities for children, including face painting, sand arts, and corn hole games.
49th Annual Jewish Music & Arts Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy. Road, Valhalla
Sunday, Aug. 17, noon – 6 pm
All ages
Free
Enjoy live performances, including special guest TLV! Dance along with Israeli dancing, explore craft vendors, savor delicious kosher food, and more.
The Dutchess County Fair
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6636 Spring Brook Avenue (Route 9), Rhinebeck
Aug. 19-24, Tuesdays – Saturdays, 10 am – 10 pm, Sundays, 10 am – 8 pm
All ages
Admission starts at $15; free admission ages 11 and younger; $30 ride all day wristband
The Dutchess County Fair is the largest agricultural fair in New York, with plenty for every member of the family to do– thrilling rides, great food and entertainment around every corner. Explore the over 140 acres filled with livestock, shopping, meet costumed storytellers from the early 1900s, talk with farmers, see a calf be born…and so much more. Live music each night in the Grandstand.
Community Fun Day
Powerhouse Faith & Deliverance Ministries, 365 Palmer Road, Yonkers
Saturday, Aug. 23, noon – 4 pm
All ages
Free
Register in advance
Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of fun, food, and fellowship! There will be a Bounce House, games, delicious food, music, and more.
Muslim Heritage Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy. Road, Valhalla
Sunday, Aug. 24, noon – 6 pm
All ages
Free
Celebrate the culture and heritage of the Muslim community with local groups, displays, and more. Bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.
Rockland County
Nanuet Summer Arts Fest
Nanuet Town Centre, 5101 Fashion Drive, Nanuet
Aug. 2-3, Saturday and Sunday, noon – 4:30 pm
All ages
Free
This multi-day celebration combines art, music, and community spirit in the heart of Nanuet. The event features artisan booths, interactive selfie stations, and chalk art drawings, allowing visitors to engage with and admire local creativity. The festival also includes live entertainment from musicians and performers, and family-friendly activities like children’s art workshops and face painting.
New York Renaissance Faire
New York Renaissance Faire, 600 State Route 17A, Tuxedo Park
Aug. 17-31, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am – 7 pm, Monday, Sept. 1, 10 am – 7 pm
All ages
$48; $43 senior 62 and older and Military; $20 ages 5-12
Travel back in time to an age of adventure! Join Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth I, on a grand visit to a beautiful 16th-century English village. Cheer your favorite knight at the Joust Tournament. Meet Robin Hood and his Merry Band. Feast on savory sweets and tempting treats. See amazing acrobats, magical fairies, swashbuckling pirates, and more!
Bergen County
Craft & Vintage Fair
Jubilee Park, 945 Allwood Road, Clifton
Sunday, Aug. 3, 10 am – 4 pm
All ages
Free admission
Enjoy live music and tasty food truck fare along with a variety of vendors selling vintage goods, art, antiques, collectibles, and more.
Gotham FC Boardwalk Bash
Red Bull Arena, 600 Cape May St., Harrison
Sunday, Aug. 17, 4 – 6:30 pm
All ages
$25
Gotham FC will host a Boardwalk Bash, where all fans can come together to celebrate a summer night of soccer and community. The club will face the Houston Dash at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Prior to the match, fans can expect to enjoy classic boardwalk-style games, exclusive giveaways, and special summer merchandise.
Kezus Food Fest: NJ’s Ultimate Food Journey
Garret Mountain Reservation, 8 Mountain Ave., Woodland Park
Sunday, Aug. 24, 11 am – 8 pm
All ages
$20; free for kids younger than 10
This one-day event brings together over 20 of the region’s top restaurants and vendors, serving signature dishes in a vibrant outdoor atmosphere. Families can expect incredible food, live music, surprise giveaways, and interactive experiences. Created to honor the diverse flavors of New Jersey and the people behind them, Kezus Food Fest is where food lovers, families, and culture seekers come together for a day full of flavor and fun.
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