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Get on your feet for the lively celebration of Kwanza at Hudson Hall. Photo courtesy of the Historic Hudson Opera House
Top Things To Do This Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids
These are the best kid-friendly events in the region this weekend.
The Keeler Christmas light display in Putnam Valley features nearly 1 million lights.
Best Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Lights in Westchester in 2025
These houses pull out all the stops for Christmas with stunning holiday displays.
Untermyer Gardens Conservancy's Grand Holiday Illumination has become a Yonkers tradition. Photo courtesy of the conservancy
15 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Westchester for Kids 2025
Here are our top picks for the most festive holiday events throughout Westchester.
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Holiday and Christmas Activities Guide for Westchester Kids
Everything you need to plan an amazing holiday season with kids!
Enjoy the free holiday parade and drone show at the Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown. Photo courtesy of the event
30 Free 2025 Holiday and Christmas Events in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Kids
Enjoy these no-cost events throughout the region this holiday season.
The stunning Peace, Love, and Lights drive-thru at Bethel Woods returns for another season of bringing visitors joy.
Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows from NYC in 2025
Cue the holiday music, pack a thermos of hot cocoa, and hit the road for a holiday lights show.
The holiday market at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts features more than 75 craft and food vendors. Photo courtesy of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Holiday Craft Fairs and Christmas Markets in Westchester and the Hudson Valley in 2025
Shop for handmade gifts and goodies at these Christmas craft fairs.
Cirque Dreams' festive acrobats never fail to amaze. Photo courtesy of Cirque Dreams
Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in the Hudson Valley in 2025
These are our top picks for the Hudson Valley's most festive holiday events.
Celebrate the holiday spirit at the Snow Ball with the Snow Sisters at FASNY Museum of Firefighting. Photo courtesy of FASNY
20 Best Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids December 2025, According to Mommy Poppins Editors
Holiday fun abounds in the region this month with lights, shows, Santa, and more.
Legoland New York bursts with holiday cheer during its
Westchester and Hudson Valley Top 2025 Christmas Events to Book Before They Sell Out
These are the region's most popular holiday events.
Get ready for back to school with all the right supplies, classes, and tips.
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Back-to-School Guide 2025-2026
Find cool backpacks, back-to-school supplies, and tips for a new year.
Enjoy glorious views on the Walkway Over the Hudson. Photo by Fred Schaeffer/courtesy of the Walkway.
50 Best Things To Do in the Hudson Valley with Kids
New York’s lovely Hudson Valley is a year-round destination for family-friendly fun.
A visit to the United States Military Academy is a lesson in history and patriotism, but also tons of fun for families.
Visiting West Point with Kids: 37 Top Things To Do near the United States Military Academy
USMA offers history, natural beauty, and a gateway to a Hudson Valley adventure.
Kids can run, swing, slide, and even make music at Sally’s Dream Playground in Montgomery. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar
Top Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley Worth Driving To
Here are our destination-worthy picks for playgrounds throughout the region.
The Saugerties Lighthouse is a stunning getaway no matter the season.
Sleep in a Lighthouse and More Hudson Valley Family Resorts and Hotels
From boutique hotels to a rustic farm, try these Hudson Valley escapes.
Summer camps are a great way to make new friends and develop new skills
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Summer Camps Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids
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The Play Place in Elmsford is one of Westchester's top indoor play spaces.
Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Westchester
These are the best places in the region for kids to play indoors this winter.
Roam the the cedar walk and gardens at Caramoor for a free, fun outing. Photo by Gabe Palacio
41 Free Things To Do in Westchester with Kids
Enjoy our big list of no-cost things to do and see throughout the county.
Enjoy water sports at Westchester Summer Day in Mamaroneck. Photo courtesy of the camp
Best Summer Camps in Westchester for Kids
Westchester camps offer a range of activities and focuses, from sports to arts to STEM.
Palisade Center's Climbzone features themed rock walls as high as 40 feet. Photo courtesy of Climbzone.
20 Best Things To Do at the Palisades Center Mall with Kids
More than a mall, this entertainment complex has rides, a ropes course, and much more.
The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader
Ultimate New York Bucket List: 100 Things To Do with Kids in NY State
Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.
Poughkeepsie's Gravity Vault is an indoor rock-climbing gym with classes for kids as young as 5. Photo by Kaylynn Ebner
Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in the Hudson Valley
These are the best indoor play spaces from Nyack all the way up to Kingston.
Mount Kisco's Grand Prix New York, a go-kart hot spot, offers birthday parties with racing, arcade play, and virtual reality.
17 Best Indoor Party Places for Kids in Westchester
Celebrate your kid's big day with an awesome indoor birthday party.
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Guide to Indoor Fun for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids
Top indoor fun for kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.
Kids explore the great outdoors Hudson Highlands Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the center
School Break Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Winter and Spring Break Camps
These camps have you covered when school's out.
At Moe's Southwestern Grill, kids eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entree. Photo courtesy of the restaurant
Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These eateries throughout the region offer free or discounted kids' meal specials.
Kids under 1 are FREE hours at the Westchester Children’s Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
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Guide to Free Fun Things to Do with Westchester Kids
Find the best FREE kids activities in Westchester.
Kids can peek into the marine life in the aquariums at the Marine Education Center in Mamaroneck. Photo by Susan Miele
19 Free Things To Do Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Indoor Places to Play
Escape the elements with free fun at these indoor destinations.
Castle Fun Center in Chester has a giant inflatable park, a rock wall, laser tag, and more. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar
15 Family Fun Centers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
Kids will burn up some energy and have an awesome time at these indoor amusement parks.
Grab a colorful treat at Harley's Sweet Shop in Woodstock. Photo courtesy of the shop
25 Best Things To Do in Woodstock, NY, with Kids
This artsy Catskills town is a year-round destination for families.
Kids can climb the walls at the Cliffs in Valhalla. Photo courtesy of the Cliffs
32 Things To Do on a Rainy Day Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
This is your go-to guide for fun when the weather won't cooperate.
Touch the soft rabbits at the Greenburgh Nature Center's petting zoo in Scarsdale. Photo courtesy of the center
Best Animal Petting Zoos near Westchester and the Hudson Valley Where Kids Can Meet Animals
Here are the best places in the region to visit cute farm animals.
Peekskill, NY, is a lovely riverfront community that acts an the unofficial gateway to the Hudson Valley.
25 Best Things To Do in Peekskill, NY, with Kids
The unofficial gateway to the Hudson Valley, here are our favorite Peekskill haunts.
Explore what makes things fly with the Westchester Children's Museum's Wind Tunnel Design Challenge. Photo courtesy of the museum
Visiting the Westchester Children's Museum in Rye: New and Ongoing Exhibits
The Rye museum has fun new offerings and regular programming for kids.
Romp through the woods in the beautiful Catskills. Photo by Deborah Dadlani
40 Best Things To Do in the Catskills with Kids
From skiing to swimming, NY's Catskills offer tons of family fun just a few hours away.
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Classes Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids
Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Westchester, from fully virtual enrichment...
Tig & Peach offers drop-in, no reservations required, open play 7 days a week.
7 Indoor Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for a Wild Romp
These spots are perfect for sliding, jumping, crawling, and hanging.
Friends young and old enjoy the attractions and Legoland New York, the first major theme park in the Northeast in 40 years.
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Legoland New York: A Guide to Visiting the Hudson Valley Theme Park with Kids
This sprawling theme park offers tons of fun for young thrill seekers.
Frost Valley YMCA offers a variety of day and overnight camps for kids ages 5-14. Photo courtesy Frost Valley YMCA
Affordable Summer Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These summer camp options offer plenty of fun at a reasonable cost.
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
Kids love a birthday party filled with games and pizza at Chuck E. Cheese. Photo courtesy of Chuck E. Cheese
Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays in Westchester
These Westchester eateries are perfect for bday celebrations!
Head to the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum from 5-8 pm on the third Saturday of the month to explore the museum for free, Photo by the author
Free Museums and Museum Days in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
Check out these great venues that won't cost a cent!
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.
Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting. Photo by Sara Marentette
Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects
Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.
These kids' movies are classic hits!
75 Best Movies for Kids: Top Family Movie Night Ideas
These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.
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Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester & the Hudson Valley
Find new playgrounds, nature hikes, and great parks to explore.
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Brunch with Santa at the Royal Regency Hotel
Royal Regency Hotel - 11:30 AM Pick
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa at Shake it Off
Shake it Off Co. - 11:00 AM Pick
Nutcracker, Short and Sweet at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater - 1:00 PM Pick
Holiday Open House at the Michael Salyer House
The Michael Salyer House - 1:00 PM Pick
Hanukkah Celebration at the Nanuet Town Centre
The Shops at Nanuet - 3:00 PM Pick
Movers and Shakers at the Chappaqua Library
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Children's Holiday Tea at Mount Gulian
Mount Gulian Historic Site - 12:00 PM Pick
Meet the Animals & Explore the Winter Woods at Westmoreland Sanctuary
Westmoreland Sanctuary Nature Center and Wildlife Preserve - 1:00 PM Pick
Cooking with Kids: Holiday Cookie Jars at the Rye Free Reading Room
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Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston
Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center) - various times Pick
Musical Tuesdays in the Pound Ridge Library
Pound Ridge Town Park - 10:30 AM Pick
Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Center
Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum - 2:00 PM Pick
Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston
Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center) - various times Pick
School's Out/Art's In at Katonah Museum of Art
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The New Castle Historical Society's Great Holiday Train Show
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Fiesta! with Flor at Croton Free Library
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Bouncing Babies at the Chappaqua Library
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School's Out/Art's In at Katonah Museum of Art
Katonah Musem of Art - various times Pick
The New Castle Historical Society's Great Holiday Train Show
New Castle Historical Society - various times Pick
Bear Mountain Annual Gingerbread House Competition
Bear Mountain Inn - various times Pick
Music and Movement with Lori Cohen at Croton Free Library
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Holiday on the Hudson at Monteverde
Monteverde at Oldstone - various times Pick
Bear Mountain Annual Gingerbread House Competition
Bear Mountain Inn - various times Pick
Winter Glow Holiday Lights Drive-Thru
Heritage Financial Park - various times Pick
Rock'n' Rascalz at the Pound Ridge Library
Pound Ridge Library - 9:00 AM
Bouncing Babies at the Chappaqua Library
Chappaqua Public Library - 11:30 AM Pick
Holidays on the Hill Train Show at Lasdon Park & Arboretum
Lasdon Park Arboretum and Veterans Memorial - various times Pick
Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston
Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center) - various times Pick
Mommy & Me Animal Kingdoms at Westmoreland
Westmoreland Sanctuary - various times Pick
School's Out/Art's In at Katonah Museum of Art
Katonah Musem of Art - various times Pick
Shake it Off Holiday Craft & Dance with Bluey
Shake it Off Co. - 10:00 AM Pick
Play Sets at Dia Beacon
Dia Beacon - 10:30 AM Pick
Meet Live Owls at the New Rochelle Library
New Rochelle Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Holidays on the Hill Train Show at Lasdon Park & Arboretum
Lasdon Park Arboretum and Veterans Memorial - various times Pick
Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston
Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center) - various times Pick

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