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Music lovers are invited to celebrate Father’s Day weekend at the Hudson River Music Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival
Music lovers are invited to celebrate Father’s Day weekend at the Hudson River Music Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival
6/13/25 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

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

Kick off this Father's Day weekend with a Friday night Father's Day Movie Premiere Party for the new How to Train Your Dragon at the Palisades Center. The event features family-friendly activities, including craft stations, a dragon meet-and-greet, games, and contests. Or complete to win free Dave & Buster's for a year at the Dad Games at Dave & Buster's in Pelham Manor.

Music-loving dads can enjoy free live music at multiple venues at the River Arts Music Tour. Or attend the family-friendly Hudson River Music Festival, which features live music for parents and performances for kids by the Rock and Roll Playhouse, Arm-of-the-Sea puppet shows, stories, songs, art workshops, and more. 

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West Nyack – FREE
Friday, June 13
Join the Palisades Center Father’s Day Movie Premiere Party in honor of the new How to Train Your Dragon release! Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fun-filled activities on Level Four near AMC, including craft stations, a dragon meet & greet, games and contests, and more. READ MORE

Yonkers Ukrainian Heritage Festival

Yonkers – FREE
Friday–Sunday, June 13–15
Sponsored by the Ukrainian American Youth Association, this annual tradition brings Ukrainian food, culture, music, dancing, crafts, and traditions to Yonkers, along with carnival rides and games, plus assorted vendors.  READ MORE

Shinefest Music Festival in Bullville Park

Middletown – FREE
Saturday, June 14
Families can enjoy live music from local artists all day at Shinefest in Middletown's Bullville Park. Shinefest also features local vendors and food trucks as well as children's activities including a bounce house, cornhole, and arts & crafts. READ MORE

Kickoff the Summer at Social Island Farm

Goshen
Saturday, June 14
Kick off summer this Father's Day weekend at Social Island Farm in Goshen with live music, food, drinks, activities, inflatables, foam parties, live animals, and wagon rides.  READ MORE

Hudson River Music Festival

Croton-on-Hudson
Saturday, June 14
Families, children, and music lovers are invited to celebrate Father’s Day weekend with an unforgettable day of fun and inspiration at the Hudson River Music Festival at Croton Point Park. Family offerings include performances by the Rock and Roll Playhouse, Arm-of-the-Sea puppet shows, stories, songs, art workshops, and more.  READ MORE

White Plains Juneteenth Parade & Festival

White Plains – FREE
Saturday, June 14
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. It is a day for African Americans to celebrate their culture, freedom, and most importantly, their achievements. This event will include a parade, food, and entertainment for the entire family!   READ MORE

River Arts Music Tour

Various locations – FREE
Saturday, June 14
Enjoy free live music from hundreds of musicians at 30+ venues throughout the Rivertown villages of Hastings on Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington, and Tarrytown. It’s the largest family-friendly, free event for music lovers in lower Westchester County and truly offers something for everyone—from classical and jazz to folk, rock, alternative, urban, and world music. READ MORE

Run Wild Family Forest Run and Obstacle Course

Greenburgh
Saturday & Sunday, June 14–15
Run Wild is a kids' forest run and obstacle course where kids can enjoy some friendly competition while getting active out in nature. From climbing walls and balance beams to rope challenges and belly crawls, get ready to unleash your inner wild side at the Greenburgh Nature Center! READ MORE

Canawler Days Festival at the D&H Canal Museum

High Falls – FREE
Saturday & Sunday, June 14–15
Join us for an exciting Father's Day weekend of learning and making memories to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the D&H Canal and Gravity Railroad. Meet mules Dolly and Daisy (Saturday only), enjoy food, music, crafts, and more. READ MORE

Dad Games at Dave & Buster's - Pelham Manor

Pelham Manor
Sunday, June 15
Think you can lead your family to victory and win free D&B for a year? Come to Dave & Buster's this Father's Day, where dads and their families go head-to-head in the ultimate arcade showdown. Tickets include Game Bytes and Soda, a $20 Power Card for competition, and family time.  READ MORE

Rock N' Roll Playhouse Father's Day Celebration - Grateful Dead at Garcia's

Portchester
Sunday, June 15
Celebrate Father's Day with a Rock N' Roll Playhouse tribute to the Grateful Dead at Garcia's at the Capitol Theater. Kids enjoy games, movement, and stories while parents enjoy the music they love. READ MORE

Village of Pelham Juneteenth Celebration

Pelham – FREE
Sunday, June 15
The Village of Pelham invites you to a day of inspiration, education, cultural connection, and entertainment as we honor and celebrate the Juneteenth Federal Holiday. The annual Juneteenth Festival features live performances, diverse food vendors, unique cultural goods, and participation from local community partners. READ MORE

Children’s Day at New Windsor Cantonment

New Windsor – FREE
Sunday, June 15
Celebrate Father's Day at the New Windsor Cantonment with furry friends from the Two-by-Two Animal Sanctuary, magic shows, and a host of 18th-century games. READ MORE

Big Equipment Day at Muscoot Farm

Katonah – FREE
Sunday, June 15
Muscoot Farm invites visitors to get up close and learn about all the machines that run the farm, including tractors, mowers, and more.  READ MORE

Bikes and Breakfast - Motorcycle Show at the Cold Spring Depot

Cold Spring – FREE
Sunday, June 15
The Westchester Beemers Motorcycle Club hosts a show featuring vintage and classic motorcycles at the Cold Spring Depot. All motorcycles and spectators are welcome! READ MORE

Father's Day Antique Tractor Pull at the Orange County Farmers Museum

Montgomery – FREE
Sunday, June 15
Spend the day with dad at the Orange County Farmers Museum’s annual Father’s Day Antique Tractor Pull. Watch the pullers drag the weighted sled down the track in a friendly competition of who can go the farthest or make the 300-foot full pull. READ MORE

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Katherine Dhurandhar
Katherine Dhurandhar is a Community Publisher for Mommy Poppins, representing the Westchester and Hudson Valley region of New York, and a freelance copyeditor for Westchester Publishing Company. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling with her husband and son.
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