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Teatown's Hudson River EagleFest includes thrilling live bird shows, crafts, and games. Photo courtesy of Teatown
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1/31/25 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Families can enjoy an African Cirque du Soleil-style performance this weekend at Cirque Zuma Zuma at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. Or learn how maple syrup is made at the Maple Sugar Tours at the Hudson Highlands Nature Center, with special fireside stories, journey cakes, and tap-drilling contests on kick-off day. 

Kids can also celebrate Valentine's Day by making cards for loved ones at Valentine's Day Card Creations at Lasdon Park & Arboretum or with love-themed STEAM activities at Kindness Weekend at the Westchester Children's Museum. 

Read on for all the great things to do this weekend with kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

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WACA Lunar New Year Celebration

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Saturday, February 8
 Experience a day filled with immersive activities, including traditional handcrafting, unique Asian games, food, and live performances. READ MORE

Cirque Zuma Zuma at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater

Peekskill
Saturday, February 8
This one-of-a-kind show is often likened to an African-style Cirque du Soleil and showcases the extraordinary talents of dedicated performers. The performance includes live musical accompaniment.  READ MORE

Valentine's Day Card-Making at Muscoot Farm

Katonah
Saturday, February 8
Write a valentine to any or all of the farm's animals. Letter templates will have photos of each of the animals to ensure that every animal knows it is cared about. Letters will stay up until the weekend after Valentine’s day, so be sure to stop by and take a photo with your Valentine.  READ MORE

Eagle Watch at Boscobel

Garrison
Saturday, February 8
Experts help visitors spot eagles as they feed on fish and waterfowl in the Hudson. Bring binoculars. READ MORE

Maple Sugar Tours at HHNM

Cornwall
starts Saturday, February 8
Learn how to tap a tree, collect sap, and discover the history of harvesting maple syrup at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. See if you can tell the difference between pure maple syrup and the artificially flavored variety.  READ MORE

Hearts & Crafts at Cornell Creative Arts Center

Kingston
Saturday, February 8
Kids can make valentines for their loved ones in this Valentine's Day crafting extravaganza at Cornell Creative Arts Center. Travel around activity stations to complete several different holiday-themed crafts!  READ MORE

Winter Arts & Crafts at Trailside Nature Museum

Cross River – FREE
Saturday, February 8
Come out and make some nature-inspired winter arts and crafts together at the Trailside Nature Museum! READ MORE

Kindness Weekend: STEAM Activities at Westchester Children's Museum

Rye
Saturday & Sunday, February 8-9
Celebrate joy, positivity, and love with a STEAM spin at this special Kindness Weekend at the Westchester Children's Museum. Activities include kindness ripples, human circuits, helping hands, friendship bracelets, cookie fiasco, and balance. READ MORE

Valentine's Day Party with Wolves at the Wolf Conservation Center

South Salem
Saturday & Sunday, February 8-9
Celebrate Valentine's Day with the wolves. Visitors will learn about the mythology surrounding wolves, the important role of wolves in the natural world, and create “wolfy” valentines for ambassador wolves.  READ MORE

Party for Our Planet: A Bilingual Concert with Flor Bromley at The Ark

Tarrytown
Sunday, February 9
Join 2023 Latin Grammy-nominated singer Flor Bromley for an interactive concert that celebrates our planet and all the plants and animals that make it thrive in honor of the Jewish holiday of Tu B’Shevat (birthday of the trees). Through her original music, Flor will share how we can take care of nature and how nature takes care of us. READ MORE

Muscoot Farm's Winter Festival

Katonah
Sunday, February 9
Help thaw the cold of winter by joining Muscoot Farm for a weekend of music, animals, winter treats, and more. READ MORE

Valentine's Day Card Creations at Lasdon Park & Arboretum

Katonah – FREE
Sunday, February 9
Express your heartfelt feelings with a card you make yourself! Learn different printmaking techniques to create a card for that special someone in your life.  READ MORE

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