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11/13/24 - 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.

Special holiday openings this weekend include the debut of Legoland New York's Holiday Bricktacular celebrations as well as Polar Express-themed train rides by Catskill Mountain Railroad, which also include hot chocolate and a meeting with Santa. 

Families can also enjoy fall-themed STEAM activities that celebrate the changing seasons at the Westchester Children's Museum's Fall Fest Weekend.

Read on for lots more standout events happening this weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. 

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Cross County Center Pop-Up Holiday Ice Skating Rink

Yonkers
Opens Thursday, November 14
Cross County Center’s popular pop-up ice skating rink is located right in the heart of the center. The pop-up rink is not made of real ice, it is a synthetic floor which glides slower than real ice, making it perfect for first-time and young skaters. Character and theme skating nights will be hosted throughout the season. Private rentals are also available for a festive family party or friendly get-together. READ MORE

Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston

Kingston
Starts Friday, November 15
Once on board, the conductors walk through the coach to punch your golden ticket as you’re served hot chocolate and a cookie by dancing chefs, while passengers read the classic children’s book. READ MORE

Legoland New York Holiday Bricktacular

Goshen
Opens Saturday, November 16
Experience the holidays at Legoland New York, where the entire resort is bursting with holiday cheer. Visit the new Lego City Elf Extravaganza, sing and dance at one of the seasonal shows, take “elfies” with your favorite holiday LEGO characters, and more. READ MORE

Holiday Train Show at Greenburgh Nature Center

Scarsdale
Opens Saturday, November 16
The Holiday Train Show returns to the Greenburgh Nature Center for four weekends, featuring a special 12-foot-by-18-foot display of model trains traveling through countryside scenes. READ MORE

Puppet Show by Cactushead Puppets at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting

Hudson – FREE
Saturday, November 16
Enjoy a free puppet show by Cactushead Puppets, who tell the story of four lovable farm animals setting out to pursue their dreams of becoming world-famous musicians.  READ MORE

Maker Day at SUNY New Paltz

New Paltz – FREE
Saturday, November 16
Maker Day at SUNY New Paltz is inspired by the worldwide “Maker Movement,” a DIY phenomenon encouraging hands-on creations with high and low-tech materials.  READ MORE

Storytime with the Author of "Emily Snook, The World's Smallest Cook" at Womrath Book Shop

Bronxville – FREE
Saturday, November 16
Meet the talented children's book author Laura Bower as she reads her latest picture book, Emily Snook: The World's Smallest Cook at Womrath Bookshop. Get ready for a fun and interactive event where children can ask Laura questions and even make a treat to take home. READ MORE

Mary Poppins at Yorktown Stage

Yorktown
Debuts Saturday, November 16
Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure, a professionally produced Broadway musical performed by a professional cast. READ MORE

Holiday Gnome Ornament Workshop at Mt Gulian Historic Site

Beacon
Saturday, November 16
Local fiber artist Shirley Botsford will guide you in the creation of a handmade, no-sew, adorable gnome holiday ornament. READ MORE

Holiday Craft & Vendor Market at Scarborough Presbyterian Children's Center

Briarcliff Manor – FREE
Saturday, November 16
Scarborough Presbyterian Children's Center Holiday Craft and Vendor Market features crafters and vendors selling holiday gifts, crafts, home decor, home goods, baked treats, and more! There will be raffles and face painting for the kids. READ MORE

Celebrate Native American Heritage at the Bedford Hills Free Library

Bedford – FREE
Saturday, November 16
This bilingual workshop at the Bedford Hills Free Library will introduce children and families to Lenape culture and history through interactive storytelling and art activities.  READ MORE

Taylor Swift-Themed Candle Making Class at Scripted Fragrance

Goshen
Saturday, November 16
Mastermind candle artisans will guide you through candlemaking, from selecting perfect scents to pouring the wax and adding the finishing touches–all while Taylor Swift songs play.  READ MORE

Palisades Community Center Fall Craft Fair

Palisades–FREE
Saturday, November 16
Start your holiday shopping early at the Palisades Community Center's open-air market. Find quality crafts handmade by artisans of the Hudson Valley to gift to your loved ones. There will be a make-a-craft table with Girl Scouts troop 2267 for the kids.  READ MORE

Fall Book and Bake Sale

Croton-on-Hudson–FREE
Saturday, November 16
It's book and bake sale time, with proceeds benefiting the Croton Free Library. READ MORE

Fall Fest Weekend at the Westchester Children's Museum

Rye
Saturday, November 16-Sunday, November 17
Kids of all ages can enjoy fun fall-themed STEAM activities that celebrate the changing seasons. Hands-on activities include leaf litter microbiomes, pumpkin batteries, DIY corn maze, applesauce cinnamon dough sculptures, seed sorting, and leaf raking.    READ MORE

From Trash to Treasure for Families at Teatown Reservation

Ossining
Sunday, November 17
It’s Recycling Week! Look no further than your recycling bin for inspiration in this program at Teatown Lake Reservation. Get creative with repurposed materials, learn about the value of recycling (and how to do it properly!), and brainstorm ways of reducing our impact on the planet. READ MORE

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