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Walk into the depths of a dark forest and discover Fantastic Beasts™ and illuminated wizarding world moments at Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience, returning to Westchester Oct. 16, in the awe-inspiring woods of Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park in Yorktown Heights. This nighttime trail experience is designed for the whole family and books quickly, […]
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Pure Terror Scream Park is back for 2026 to deliver one of the most terrifying Haunted House Scream Park Attractions in Orange County, NY. Featuring 10 award-winning haunted attractions, plus an all-new attraction debuting this year, this is a night of pure terror you won't want to miss! Tickets are on sale NOW! Don’t wait, secure your tickets […] 
This fall, JazzFest White Plains returns with a bold, artist-driven lineup that reflects the vitality of jazz today. The five-day festival taking place across numerous locations throughout White Plains, presents 19 performances from legendary artists, contemporary innovators and emerging voices, including five GRAMMY Award-winners and nominees.
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Hunter Mountain comes alive with Oktoberfest—three weekends of live music, local vendors, delicious food, and stunning fall views, all capped off with a ride on the Scenic SkyRide.
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Making yet another comeback this fall with two days of garlic-inspired food, local farms, artisan vendors, live entertainment, and cooking demonstrations! Whether you're a devoted garlic lover or simply in search of the perfect Hudson Valley event, it's a flavorful celebration that draws thousands of visitors each year!
Free – $10
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Tour the Gilded Age Lyndhurst Mansion and then settle in for an immersive tea experience inspired by the darker side of chocolate history—true tales of crime, scandal, and unexpected twists, all connected to the world’s most irresistible indulgence. The menu will showcase a rich selection of handcrafted chocolate desserts and confections, served alongside black and […]
$80.00
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Don’t miss the “Congers Fall Street Fair. ” Sunday, September 27th. 11AM – 5PM. Lake Road, Congers. The fair features hundreds of local craft vendors, diverse food trucks, a beer garden, and live music. For children, the adjacent park offers rides, amusements, and activities including face and pumpkin painting! Free event! Fun for the whole family! CLICK HERE for […] |
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The Miss Ghastly Ghoul Beauty Pageant is back, but this year’s competition is anything but ordinary. With eccentric contestants, questionable judges, and a cast of supernatural characters, the stakes are high and the crown is anyone’s to win. Expect an evening filled with music, audience participation, and plenty of surprises. Costumes are encouraged but not […]
$127.00
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Go on an interactive theatrical journey as you follow your guide on a mysterious 45-minute walk through the historic grounds of Sleepy Hollow’s Philipsburg Manor. Encounter numerous suspicious townsfolk, each with a motive, while piecing together the clues to uncover what really happened to Ichabod Crane. For more information, visit https://hudsonvalley.org/events/the-headless-horseman-files/
$25 – $35
Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk leads Ghost Tours of the Tarrytown Music Hall, Oct. 2-27, sharing fascinating tales of the theater’s history, legends and mysterious happenings. For more information, visit https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=3244
$29.00
Join master illusionists as they journey into the realm of the unknown at this spooky supernatural spectacle. Their tricks and conjurings will leave you spellbound as they communicate with the spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country, like Hulda, Major Andre, and the Headless Horseman himself. Once thought long departed, it turns out these spirits are still […]
$65 – $89
You are invited to step into the past and join the enigmatic Jessie Clarke as she hosts her annual literary salon. Jessie Clarke lived at the Octagon House over a century ago, until her death in 1933 — one of the house’s most curious figures, and much of her life remains shrouded in mystery. Set […]
$58.00
Washington Irving’s classic tale comes to life at Irving’s Legend, held Oct. 2-31 at the author’s Sunnyside home in Irvington. Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk delivers a dramatic retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow outdoors under the stars, accompanied by live music and sound effects. During the day, take one of the kid-friendly literary-themed Legendary […]
$40
An immersive outdoor experience with live storytellers, fire performers, and eerie encounters around every corner. Mingle with Legend icons Ichabod Crane and Katrina Van Tassel, wander through a pop-up market with curious goods, oddities, and handmade wares, and grab delicious bites from food trucks while sipping cocktails and mocktails. Throughout the evening, a roving band […]
$25 – $35
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The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson. The gourd-geous event features more than 7,000 hand-carved, illuminated jack o’lanterns arranged in jaw-dropping shapes, including dinosaurs and a carousel. Guests take a self-guided walk through the display and can stop at the Gourd & Goblet Tavern or the Headless Horseman Hideaway for […]
$24
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Don’t miss Antrim Playhouse’s presentation of “The Dining Room.” September 18-October 4. Set in the dining room of a typical well-to-do household, The Dining Room is a mosaic of interrelated scenes – some funny, some touching, some rueful – which, taken together, create an in-depth portrait of a vanishing species: the upper-middle-class WASP. Written by A.R. Gurney. Directed by Steve […]
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Elmwood Playhouse presents, “I Hate Hamlet!” September 18-October 10. Written by Paul Rudnick. Directed by Kathleen Mahan. Don’t miss this hilarious comedy with a supernatural twist! TV star Andrew Rally has come to NYC to play Hamlet in Central Park. He moves into an apartment once inhabited — and now haunted — by the legendary actor John […] |
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This chillingly delightful experience takes place in the library at Historic Hudson Valley where guests hear four classic creepy tales that are paired with complimentary cocktails, mocktails and bites designed to capture the spirit of the stories. Recommended for ages 16 and over. For more information, visit https://hudsonvalley.org/events/an-audience-with-poe/
$65.00
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She Got Buckets’ 2026 North America Asian Women’s Basketball Tournament Comes to Rockland County! October 3–4, 2026! Join 200+ athletes from across the country, for a weekend of competitive women’s basketball interactive basketball activities, community engagement, and additional opportunities for women and girls. Catch exciting games, including Elite division matchups, and join special community moments […]
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Belleayre Mountain’s Fall Festival is bringing you vibrant fall foliage, mountain views, live music, local food, and seasonal activities to create the perfect getaway. Discover the Catskills at their most colorful, with fun for the whole family and plenty of reasons to stay awhile!
Free
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Don’t miss the “Nyack Arts & Crafts Walk.” October 3-4. 11AM-4PM. Downtown Nyack. Join us for this two-day fall festival featuring curated local makers, arts & crafts, live music, and MORE! Pop-up markets, participating local shops, cafés, and cultural spots come together to create a flowing path of discovery that invites people to explore at their own […] |
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The Country Living Fair, the highly anticipated festival from the Country Living Magazine editorial team, makes its triumphant return to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.
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She Got Buckets’ 2026 North America Asian Women’s Basketball Tournament Comes to Rockland County! October 3–4, 2026! Join 200+ athletes from across the country, for a weekend of competitive women’s basketball interactive basketball activities, community engagement, and additional opportunities for women and girls. Catch exciting games, including Elite division matchups, and join special community moments […]
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Mark your calendars for the “New City Street Fair.” Sunday, October 4th. 10Am – 5PM. Main Street, New City. Rain or Shine. Featuring 160+ exhibitors! Arts, crafts, pottery, jewelry and MORE! With dedicated kid zones and a music stage, it’s fun for the whole family! CLICK HERE for details.
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Belleayre Mountain’s Fall Festival is bringing you vibrant fall foliage, mountain views, live music, local food, and seasonal activities to create the perfect getaway. Discover the Catskills at their most colorful, with fun for the whole family and plenty of reasons to stay awhile!
Free
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Originally built in the 1860s, The Octagon House is an eight-sided, domed home in the shape of a classic Roman temple. Venture onto the Myths & Mysteries tour to hear about uncanny experiences in the home, uncover the story of the residents’ unusual lives and explore the architectural connections to 19th-century spiritualism. At the conclusion […]
$38.00
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Celebrating its 5th year! Don’t miss “The Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack!” October 8-25, 2026. The annual arts festival features both indoor and outdoor performances at various venues in the beautiful river village of Nyack. Enjoy comedy, drama, music, dance and MORE! Hosted by the Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, an internationally recognized leader in classical and contemporary theater. Tickets […]
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Elmwood Playhouse presents, “I Hate Hamlet!” September 18-October 10. Written by Paul Rudnick. Directed by Kathleen Mahan. Don’t miss this hilarious comedy with a supernatural twist! TV star Andrew Rally has come to NYC to play Hamlet in Central Park. He moves into an apartment once inhabited — and now haunted — by the legendary actor John […] |
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Returning for its 25th year at Rye Playland, Oct. 9-31, this haunted house dares visitors to explore immersive fan-favorite scenes like Clown Alley and The Tunnels of Doom, along with the new spine-tingling Wolves Den, among many other chills. For more information, visit https://www.scaredbythesound.com/
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A glowing Glen Island Park is coming to the Westchester waterfront this fall as the Autumn Glow Festival transforms New Rochelle into a brightly lit waterfront wonderland. The limited-time evening event merges traditional Chinese lantern artistry with modern LED displays along the shores of Long Island Sound. Visitors will step into a dazzling escape with […]
$16.99
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Elmwood Playhouse presents, “I Hate Hamlet!” September 18-October 10. Written by Paul Rudnick. Directed by Kathleen Mahan. Don’t miss this hilarious comedy with a supernatural twist! TV star Andrew Rally has come to NYC to play Hamlet in Central Park. He moves into an apartment once inhabited — and now haunted — by the legendary actor John […] |
16 events,
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Belleayre Mountain’s Fall Festival is bringing you vibrant fall foliage, mountain views, live music, local food, and seasonal activities to create the perfect getaway. Discover the Catskills at their most colorful, with fun for the whole family and plenty of reasons to stay awhile!
Free
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Don’t miss the “Family Fall Festival!” October 10th, 11th & 12th. 11AM-5PM at Bear Mountain Inn. Rain or shine. Join us for this family-friendly, three-day seasonal celebration featuring food, live music, craft beverages, 30+ local vendors, kids’ activities, pedal boats, Carousel rides, and MORE! FREE parking at Anthony Wayne Recreation Area with FREE shuttle service to Bear Mountain State Park from 9:30AM-6:30PM. CLICK HERE for […]
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Enjoy live music, yoga, wellness experiences, local artists and community. |
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The Highlands Cup Horse Show features three action-packed days of elite show-jumping, including the fan-favorite Major League Show Jumping team competition on Saturday and the $340,000 Highlands Cup CSI5 Grand Prix on Sunday.
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Belleayre Mountain’s Fall Festival is bringing you vibrant fall foliage, mountain views, live music, local food, and seasonal activities to create the perfect getaway. Discover the Catskills at their most colorful, with fun for the whole family and plenty of reasons to stay awhile!
Free
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Don’t miss the “Family Fall Festival!” October 10th, 11th & 12th. 11AM-5PM at Bear Mountain Inn. Rain or shine. Join us for this family-friendly, three-day seasonal celebration featuring food, live music, craft beverages, 30+ local vendors, kids’ activities, pedal boats, Carousel rides, and MORE! FREE parking at Anthony Wayne Recreation Area with FREE shuttle service to Bear Mountain State Park from 9:30AM-6:30PM. CLICK HERE for […]
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Beer, Bacon & Bourbon Festival: food, drinks, live music, cigars, crafts, and fall fun! |
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Don’t miss the “Family Fall Festival!” October 10th, 11th & 12th. 11AM-5PM at Bear Mountain Inn. Rain or shine. Join us for this family-friendly, three-day seasonal celebration featuring food, live music, craft beverages, 30+ local vendors, kids’ activities, pedal boats, Carousel rides, and MORE! FREE parking at Anthony Wayne Recreation Area with FREE shuttle service to Bear Mountain State Park from 9:30AM-6:30PM. CLICK HERE for […] |
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9 events, |
11 events,
Burning of Kingston: Step back in time at a powerful living-history experience that brings Kingston’s Revolutionary War past to life through reenactments, historic demonstrations, music, and storytelling. Explore the city’s rich history while experiencing an unforgettable weekend that connects visitors to the people, places, and events that shaped the Hudson Valley! Capital to Capital 5K: […]
Free
Join in an evening of intrigue when Lyndhurst Mansion transforms into Prince Prospero’s Abbey from Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of the Red Death. This immersive theater experience will take you through the Gothic halls of our 1842 historic home, dressed in the garish colors and grotesque beauty of Poe’s 1842 horror story. Performed and […]
$45.00
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16 events,
Celebrating its 5th year! Don’t miss “The Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack!” October 8-25, 2026. The annual arts festival features both indoor and outdoor performances at various venues in the beautiful river village of Nyack. Enjoy comedy, drama, music, dance and MORE! Hosted by the Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, an internationally recognized leader in classical and contemporary theater. Tickets […] 
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Each fall, the Catskills Comedy Festival brings top comedians and rising talent to historic downtown Catskill for a weekend of live performances. The 2026 lineup features nationally recognized comedians alongside local and regional talent, plus free events, workshops, a kids’ open mic, comedy critique, and other interactive programs. Enjoy a weekend of comedy, local dining, […] 
Newburgh Fringe Festival showcases thrilling and thought-provoking performing arts from Newburgh and across the Hudson Valley. The festival encompasses original theater, existing plays with a new take, plays that have never been staged, full length, short form, sketches, standup, one person, puppetry, musicians, dancers, clowns, merrymakers and anything else that falls under performing arts. Our […] 
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The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson. The gourd-geous event features more than 7,000 hand-carved, illuminated jack o’lanterns arranged in jaw-dropping shapes, including dinosaurs and a carousel. Guests take a self-guided walk through the display and can stop at the Gourd & Goblet Tavern or the Headless Horseman Hideaway for […]
$24
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Sunnyside celebrates its connection to Washington Irving’s classic tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, at this family-friendly daytime event. Visitors can tour the cottage, see an original short shadow puppet film, and enjoy a Legend-themed exhibit. The program runs from Sept. 18-Nov. 8, 2026. For tickets and more information, visit: https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=calendar&k=legend_tour&startDate=2026-09-01
$16.00 – $20.00
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It's four straight days filled with all things sheep and wool! Whether you’re an experienced maker, a working shepherd, or simply looking for a unique fall tradition, there’s something here to inspire, learn, and enjoy.
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Be among the first to investigate the historic Madam Brett Homestead after dark during this unique paranormal investigation experience led by Full Moon Paranormal. For the first time, the Homestead, built in 1709, is opening its doors for a public paranormal investigation. |
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Get ready for a deliciously fun day where pickle lovers from near and far come together to celebrate all things tangy, crunchy, and creative! Enjoy unique pickle flavors, local vendors, live entertainment, and plenty of family-friendly fun in the charming town of Rosendale!
Free – $5
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Originally built in the 1860s, The Octagon House is an eight-sided, domed home in the shape of a classic Roman temple. Venture onto the Myths & Mysteries tour to hear about uncanny experiences in the home, uncover the story of the residents’ unusual lives and explore the architectural connections to 19th-century spiritualism. At the conclusion […]
$38.00
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10 events, |
10 events, |
10 events, |
11 events,
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A glowing Glen Island Park is coming to the Westchester waterfront this fall as the Autumn Glow Festival transforms New Rochelle into a brightly lit waterfront wonderland. The limited-time evening event merges traditional Chinese lantern artistry with modern LED displays along the shores of Long Island Sound. Visitors will step into a dazzling escape with […]
$16.99
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13 events,
Celebrating its 5th year! Don’t miss “The Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack!” October 8-25, 2026. The annual arts festival features both indoor and outdoor performances at various venues in the beautiful river village of Nyack. Enjoy comedy, drama, music, dance and MORE! Hosted by the Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, an internationally recognized leader in classical and contemporary theater. Tickets […] 
REV FEST 250 brings the American Revolution to life during Westchester County's signature event commemorating the nation's 250th. Through the stories of patriots, loyalists, and those caught in between, the festival offers a deeper understanding of the people, choices, and conflicts that shaped the birth of a nation. Explore authentic Continental and British Army encampments, meet […]
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Don’t miss the “37th Annual Nyack Halloween Parade!” October 24th. 5:30PM. Main Street & Broadway. (Rain Date: October 25). Join us at the biggest Halloween parade in the Hudson Valley! Featuring creative floats, live music, family activities, and competitive contests for costumes, floats, and pets. Fun for the whole family!!! CLICK HERE for details. |
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Suite Mysterioso: A Halloween Ballet uses the magic of choreography to bring the mystery, delight, and spirit of the season to the stage. Set to the bewitching melodies of ragtime and suspenseful silent movie music, this elegant, yet spooky, performance mixes sophistication with a family-friendly atmosphere. Audience members are welcome to come in costume.
$38.00 – $43.00
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The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson. The gourd-geous event features more than 7,000 hand-carved, illuminated jack o’lanterns arranged in jaw-dropping shapes, including dinosaurs and a carousel. Guests take a self-guided walk through the display and can stop at the Gourd & Goblet Tavern or the Headless Horseman Hideaway for […]
$24
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Tri-State New York Spartan Race heads to Sunflower Valley Farm in New Hampton, NY with Sprint, Super, and Kids races designed to challenge warriors of all levels. Expect a fast and muddy course with rugged creek runs and signature Spartan obstacles that will test your grit, speed, and determination. Whether you’re taking on the fast […] |
