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Ridge Hill's Oktoberfest event features plenty of kid-pleasing fun. Photo courtesy of Ridge Hill
Best 2025 Oktoberfest Kid-Friendly Celebrations in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These traditional Bavarian festivals are fun for both kids and adults.
The Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze in Van Cortlandt Manor is a must-do Halloween event in the tri-state area. Photo courtesy of the Historic Hudson Valley
Best Halloween Events in Westchester and the Hudson Valley 2025 for Kids and Families
Check out our roundup of the best Halloween happenings in the region.
Kelder's Farm in Kerhonkson offers acres of pumpkins to pick, plus tons of family-friendly activities and seasonal photo-ops. Photo courtesy of the farm
Best Pumpkin Patches in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Kids
Head to these nearby farms to pick the perfect pumpkin.
Find spooky Halloween fun around the Hudson Valley with our guide
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Halloween Fun and Activities Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids
Everything you need to know about celebrating Halloween in Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley.
The pie eating contest is just the start of the fun at the Armonk Cider and Donut Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival
Best Harvest Festivals & Pumpkin Festivals in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Fall Fun in 2025
Celebrate autumn with our favorite fall festivals and fairs.
Join the Monster Party at Legoland's Brick-or-Treat this month. Photo courtesy of Legoland
Halloween and 20 More Top Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids October 2025, from Mommy Poppins Editors
From Halloween celebrations to fall fests, enjoy great events all month long.
Ridge Hill's Oktoberfest event features plenty of kid-pleasing fun. Photo courtesy of Ridge Hill
Best 2025 Oktoberfest Kid-Friendly Celebrations in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These traditional Bavarian festivals are fun for both kids and adults.
Pick from a number of apple varieties at Hudson Valley orchards. Photo by Leslie Seaton via Flickr
Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley: Best Apple Farms and Apple Festivals
Check out our favorite destinations for apple picking in the region.
Outhouse Orchards Corn Maze. Photo by Matt Nighswander
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Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids Fall Guide: Best Things to Do in 2025
Helping your family get the most out of fall in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.
Apple picking is one of the family-friendly fall activities you can enjoy in the Hudson Valley with Kids. Photo courtesy of the author
Your 2-Day Itinerary for a Kid-Approved Fall Weekend in the Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley makes for a cozy, kid-friendly escape in the fall.
Woodstock is the perfect fall getaway and just a two-hour drive away. Photo by Diana Kim
30 Fall Day Trips from NYC for Families
Apple picking, leaf-peeping, museums, farm fun...no wonder we love autumn in the NYC area.
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
Find a great summer camp in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for your kid with our guide to nature...
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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Crafts for Kids Guide: Thousands of Craft Ideas
Find crafts for kids and cool projects to spark kids' imaginations!
Enjoy fall festivities at Yonkers' Ridgetoberfest this weekend. Photo courtesy of Ridge Hill
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.

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Movers and Shakers at the Chappaqua Library
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Rock and Roll for Little Ones - John C. Hart library
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Build, Play, Code at the Ossining Public Library
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Myths & Mysteries of The Octagon House: Halloween Season Tour
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Free Play at Will Library
Yonkers Public Library - Will Branch - 10:00 AM
Sleepy Hollow Bookshop Shindig
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Nature Tales with Lavanya Misra at Huguenot Children's Library
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Musical Tuesdays in the Pound Ridge Library
Pound Ridge Town Park - 10:30 AM Pick
Baby Fingers: Stories, Songs & Signs at the New Rochelle Library
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Lego Club at the Croton Free Library
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StoryArt at Huguenot Children's Library
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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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Chess Instruction for Kids at the Pound Ridge Library
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Crafty Kids at Rye Free Reading Room
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Music and Movement with Lori Cohen at Croton Free Library
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Bilingual Children's Music with Marilyn at the Rye Free Reading Room
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Storytime at Sleepy Hollow Bookshop
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Bilingual Babies at New Rochelle Public Library
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Magic the Gathering at the Ossining Public Library
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Music with Kurt Gallagher at the Pound Ridge Town Park
Pound Ridge Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Bouncing Babies at the Chappaqua Library
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Tales & Tots in Pound Ridge Town Park
Pound Ridge Town Park - 11:15 AM Pick
Boo Arrow Farm Haunted Hayride
Blue Arrow Farm - 7:00 PM Pick
The Haunt at Wildcliff Mansion
Hudson Park Children's Greenhouse - 7:00 PM Pick
Sugar Loaf Fall Festival
Sugar Loaf Hamlet - 10:00 AM Pick
Creepy Crawlies in the Woods at Sheldrake Environmental Center
Sheldrake Environmental Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Animal Care Sessions at Westmoreland Sanctuary
Westmoreland Sanctuary Nature Center and Wildlife Preserve - 10:00 AM Pick
Pumpkin Picking Weekend at Muscoot Farm
Muscoot Farm - 11:00 AM Pick
Harvest Festival at Barton Orchards
Barton Orchards - 11:00 AM Pick
Sugar Loaf Fall Festival
Sugar Loaf Hamlet - 10:00 AM Pick
Nyack's Famous Street Fair
Downtown Nyack - 10:00 AM Pick
Pumpkin Picking Weekend at Muscoot Farm
Muscoot Farm - 11:00 AM Pick
Harvest Festival at Barton Orchards
Barton Orchards - 11:00 AM Pick
Yorktown Fall Festival & Car Show
Jefferson Valley Mall - 11:00 AM Pick

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Head to Ulster Park to catch the spooky Headless Horseman Haunted Houses. Photo courtesy of event
Scary Haunted Houses in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Chills and Thrills 2025
Katherine Dhurandhar, Oct 5 - Haunted happenings in the region range from super scary to tamer thrills. READ MORE
The Tarrytown Halloween Parade draws scores of ghosts and goblins! Photo courtesy of the event
Top Free Halloween Events in Westchester and the Hudson Valley 2025
Katherine Dhurandhar, Oct 3 - Halloween can be pricey, so check out these no-cost events for area kids. READ MORE
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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.
Your kids can practice being a ninja warrior at the Grit Ninja in Pleasantville.
Ninja Warrior Gyms, Parkour, and Obstacle Courses in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These obstacle-course gyms offer high-flying fun for high-energy kids.
Enjoy art in the great outdoors at Storm King Art Center. Photo by Janet Bloom
Best Children's Museums for Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
These Westchester and Hudson Valley museums offer kid-friendly programming.
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.
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.
Day Trips & Getaways from Westchester
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. READ MORE 
Take in the splendor of the season with a fall getaway to Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz. Photo courtesy of Mononk Mountain House
22 Fall Weekend Getaways near NYC for Families
Colorful foliage, hiking, even luxury digs: Plan your fall escape. READ MORE 
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. READ MORE 
The Peninsula New York rolls out the red carpet for kids—and their grown ups!
Family-Friendly Hotels in New York City with Perks for Kids
These NYC hotels house special perks for kids, from pools to bunkbeds. READ MORE 
There's even a carousel in The Strong National Museum of Play.
30 Things To Do in Rochester, New York, with Kids
Have some family fun in Rochester with this handy guide. READ MORE 
The TWA Hotel isn't far from home, but offers a little mid-century glam and some unique views.
Family-Friendly Hotels for a New York Staycation
Gotta get away but don't want to go far? We've got a hotel for that. READ MORE