Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in Westchester
Get ready for another fantastic Westchester weekend! We’ve got a lineup of exciting events that are perfect for the whole family. Start planning your weekend now with our list of can’t-miss happenings!
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Santa Photo Experience
Kick off the holiday season with a visit to Santa and capture a festive family photo at this beloved annual tradition.
Nov. 7 – Dec. 24, all day except Nov. 27
The Westchester, 125 Westchester Ave, White Plains
NAMI Westchester 5K
Run, walk, or cheer on participants in support of mental health awareness during this community 5K event.
Nov. 8, 8:30 am–noon
Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Rd, Valhalla
2025 Westchester Polar Plunge
Take an icy dive to support Special Olympics athletes during this exhilarating fundraising event.
Nov. 8, 10 am
Playland Beach, 1 Playland Pkwy, Rye
ArtsWestchester Second Saturdays
Enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making afternoon featuring hands-on projects in weaving and painting.
Nov. 8, noon–2 pm
ArtsWestchester, 31 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains
Family Science Workshop: Visualizing Heat
Explore the science of heat and color through hands-on experiments.
Through Nov. 23, Saturdays and Sundays from noon– 4 pm
Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers
Stamford Museum & Nature Center – “Turtles & Tortoises”
Get up close with turtles and tortoises while learning fun facts about these amazing reptiles in a lively, kid-friendly program.
Nov. 8, 1–2 pm
Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge
Video Workshop for Families
Collaborate as a family to plan, film, and edit your own short video in this fun, educational workshop.
Nov. 8, 1:30–3:30 pm
Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers
Major League Table Tennis in New York
Watch top players compete in fast-paced matches full of power and precision as the league brings elite table tennis to Westchester.
Nov. 8, 4–7:30 pm; Nov. 9, 11 am–2:30 pm
Westchester Table Tennis Center, 175 Tompkins Ave, Pleasantville
Family Art Workshop: Recycled Rhythms
Create art projects using recycled materials while learning about sustainability and creative expression.
Through Nov. 23, Saturdays and Sundays from noon– 4 pm
Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers
9in|9out New Parents, Expecting Parents & Baby Expo
Explore products, services, and resources for growing families at this fun and informative expo for new and expecting parents.
Nov. 9, 10 am–2 pm
The Westchester Marriott, 670 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown
STEM Family Sundays at iFLY New York Westchester
Take flight with hands-on STEM activities and an unforgettable indoor skydiving experience that makes science soar.
Nov. 9, 4–6:30 pm
iFLY Indoor Skydiving – Westchester, 849 Ridge Hill Blvd, Yonkers
The Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze: Hudson Valley
Walk through a spectacular display of over 7,000 hand-carved pumpkins lighting up the grounds of historic Van Cortlandt Manor. This immersive Halloween experience features synchronized lights, spooky music, and blazing sculptures that dazzle visitors of all ages.
Through November 16, various times
Van Cortlandt Manor, Croton-on-Hudson
Family Art Workshop: Hot Buttons
Make interactive art using buttons, electronics, and simple circuits in this creative, hands-on workshop.
Through Nov. 30, Saturdays and Sundays noon–4 pm; Nov. 28 from noon–4 pm
Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
A wonderland of moonlit magic awaits as Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail returns to the New York Botanical Garden! Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero for a frightfully fun frolic through the world of the beloved film, now featuring even more of your favorite characters, scenes, and songs. Marvel as the classic film comes to life against the botanical beauty of New York’s most treasured garden.
Through Nov. 30, Wednesdays – Sundays, various times
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Looking for even more family fun? Be sure to check out our comprehensive calendar of events, updated daily with the latest happenings across Westchester and beyond, from festivals and performances to free local activities for all ages.
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